BEST ND FILTER ADAPTER FOR THE SONY RX100 VII: MAGFILTER VS LENSMATE

Check out this comparison between the Magfilter and Lensmare filter adapters. These are the two main solutions for getting a ND filter onto your Sony RX100 VI or VII.
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[@tedbrock6752]

Great comparison. I went with the mag unit and have been happy with it for the past couple of months. Use the k&f variable and like that I can just put it in my pocket.

[@CreativeTechLab]

Thanks for watching! Yeah it's a very close comparison. There really isn't a bad choice.

[@cprendon3]

Fyi the adhesive Mag Filter ring is MUCH easier to center if you turn the camera on so the lens extends to the first position. That allows you to feel the alignment very easily before pressing.

[@CreativeTechLab]

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[@mikebray48]

Great comparison, I have been comparing ND filters for my Sony RX100 VII and now I have made up my mind, I am definitely going to go with the Lensmate filters as I like how they baiscially screw/snap on and are more secure. The Magfilter I would worry about it falling off and losing it. Thanks!!!

[@CreativeTechLab]

Thanks for watching. Glad the video helped. And yeah, the Lensmate filter has been more secure.

[@erem5697]

Thanks for your information. I am a total amateur and I just bought an xr100 VII I am watching videos on how to use it and I discovered that it would be very good to have filters. I saw your two video of adapters to put filters and they have helped me decide. I think I would feel safer with the Lensmate. Hopefully I can get it in Mexico. Thank you very much and take care of yourself.

[@CreativeTechLab]

Thanks for watching. Glad the video helped you make a decision. Yeah i prefer the Lensmate as well. Have fun creating and capturing moments with your camera it’s an awesome little device

[@jondeanedits]

Really helpful video. Thank you. Liked and subscribed!

[@CreativeTechLab]

Awesome, thank you!

[@theandrewmedina]

So I'm in Texas and with the heat, the Lensmate just crapped out. Trying the Magfilter.

[@CreativeTechLab]

Did the adhesive come loose?

[@JimIBobIJones]

The adapters are also great for the older Rx100s as well. 52mm is a great thread size for old screw on teleconverters - lets you add telephoto to your m5 and older rx100s. Which is a nice "hack" those who would rather keep the sharper f1.8 rather than "upgrade" to the f2.8 of the newer models.

[@CreativeTechLab]

Great tip

[@Pics2FlicksDennis]

I liked the installation tool with the LensMate system. Much easier and more accurate than "I think I got it" 04:55. I've had no issue with the LensMate adhesive in 3 months of use.

[@CreativeTechLab]

Yeah the lensmate has the better installation setup for sure with the ring and orange tape to hold it. The Magfilter wasn't bad though. But you're right in the sense that had I not gone through the Lensmate installation multiple times I wouldn't know what to do with the Magfilter. Thanks for watching

[@mowhmo]

6:23 all i needed to know. case shut and closed johnson. i got my lensmate yesterday haha

[@CreativeTechLab]

LOL. Yeah the magfilter is ok, but the lensmate is the better buy in my opinion.

[@TheSookean]

I use the MagFilter with the RX100m7, the Lensmate is likely more secure but I like how there is very little trace of the MagFilter when it is not mounted to the camera.

[@CreativeTechLab]

yeah it's definitely a trade off. Although I just went to grab the camera with the Magfilter on it and the ring came off. So I may need to note that in the comments.

[@jsouler]

what ND filters do you use with your magfilter on your sony? i have the same sony and getting horrible vignetting while using the magfilter with a k&f variable ND magnetic filter.

[@TheSookean]

@@jsouler I use the K&F Pro 52mm ND2-ND400 and haven't noticed any bad vignetting

[@NYviews]

Very helpful video and your lighting setup looks great. What is your Key Light ?

[@CreativeTechLab]

Hi thanks fo for watching. I use the Godox SL60W with a Fotodiox light dome. It’s an awesome setup for relatively cheap

[@nicksavage4763]

Since the Magnet Doesn’t affect Electronics of Cam Am leaning to that. to easily get choice of Filters on and off Quickly Thanks✅

[@CreativeTechLab]

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[@frogfrog1993]

thank you for the video.

[@frogfrog1993]

more on rx100 7 plz

[@CreativeTechLab]

Thanks for watching! There’s more on the RX100 coming for sure.

[@user-ys7hq3ze8s]

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[@GilbertTV]

looks good

[@CreativeTechLab]

🙏🏽

[@torokun]

If I am thinking about using the adapter to mount wide angle lens, do you recommend Lensmate's over magnet one?

[@CreativeTechLab]

Thanks for watching. I think the lensmate system is more secure than the mag filter. So especially for something like a lens that could be heavier than a filter.

[@therunandgunshooter3129]

would love to see you integrate this with the iphone again

[@CreativeTechLab]

The magfilter wouldn't be ideal for the iPhone. Apple recommend to keep strong magnets away from the phone as it can interfere with some features, particularly some of the camera features like stablization.

[@DylSmith]

how do u get such good looking color in this video? Is it from a LuT or a filter on the camera?

[@CreativeTechLab]

Thanks for the compliment. It's a combination of both. In this room specifically I use Sony's HLG picture profile. Then I Final Cut I add some contrast, then apply Peter Mckinnon's orange and teal LUT, turn the intensity of the LUT down and then add some saturation. I also really like JR Alli's LUT pack as well. But in this specific room Peter's LUT goes really well with the blues in the background.

[@madcat1007]

Nice video. Will it work on earlier versions of RX 100?

[@CreativeTechLab]

This version specifically works on mark VI/VII. But the same company makes a version that fits the earlier models. The earlier models also have built in ND I think.

[@jomsdeguzman16]

Great video! Is there any vignetting at 24mm on magfilter?

[@CreativeTechLab]

Thanks for watching. There's no vingetting from the filters. You can see some test footage from this video here with the Gobe and Hoya NDs kzbin.info/www/bejne/rYXWf5adg9KYoqs

[@starcollective5013]

THere's Vignetting when you set it to manual mode for taking photos at 24mm... when you use magfilter. I placed the magnets evenly and flawlessly. Considering Lensmate this time.

[@CreativeTechLab]

@@starcollective5013 thanks for that heads up. I only use the filters for video.

[@ChristopheLanglois]

Hello Leo, what’s up? Could you please confirm how easily those filter adapter are to remove from the RX100? For instance if I wanted to resell the camera as it came in the box... thanks in advance! C

[@CreativeTechLab]

Hey Chris just responded on the other comment. But it's fairly easy.

[@ChristopheLanglois]

Creative Tech Lab thank you Leo! Much appreciated. How is the family during those rather testing times?

[@israrhussainaquarius]

Found some extra play on lens mate and the adhensive on ring also gets off, maybe received a defective one...

[@CreativeTechLab]

Maybe

[@nojaysimpson]

Does the lensmate have the vignette at 52mm like the magfilter? Their marketing says they don’t.

[@CreativeTechLab]

Hey thanks for watching. No vignettitng from the Lensmate. You can see what the image looks like here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rYXWf5adg9KYoqs You may get some polarization from the ND fliter itself. But that's a separate issue

[@elijahmodnar1]

I use the KASE RX100 M6 magnetic adapter with my M7

[@CreativeTechLab]

Nice. I'm not familiar with that one. How do you like it?

[@elijahmodnar1]

They are nice and very small/light but a bit pricy :( I use the MCUV one the most.

[@bermut716]

Is it usable for Sony RX100(M1) first generation?

[@CreativeTechLab]

Hi thanks for watching. This particular model is for the M6/M7. However Lensmate and Magfilter both make models to fit the M1. You can find them here: amzn.to/3ea4cdP amzn.to/3vBLJg1 (affiliate links)

[@AlleyCat888]

If I already owned a Lensmate adaptor and already fixed it on my Sony RX100 Vii, is it still OK to try out the magfilter? Do I need to uninstalled the lensmate first before I fix magfilter 3M on? Thanks.

[@CreativeTechLab]

Thanks for watching. You would need to uninstall the lensmate adapter first. Lensmate does sell the adhesive separately if you choose to reinstall it. However, if you already have the Lensmate adapter on you're probably better off just sticking with it, it's far more stable than the Magfilter.

[@AlleyCat888]

@@CreativeTechLab thanks for the swift reply, you are the best!

[@AlleyCat888]

@@CreativeTechLab Grateful if you can share the link to the Hoya ND filter you shown in the video, thanks.

[@CreativeTechLab]

@@AlleyCat888 amzn.to/37FtCcF (affiliate link FYI)

[@marcomar8459]

This Video You shot on rx100?

[@CreativeTechLab]

Hi thanks for watching. The main angle from this video was done in the a6400. The top down angle was with the RX100. This video is the RX100 in a similar setting kzbin.info/www/bejne/qoOyl6lop9Snra8

[@andyr8812]

The only concern I have about attaching anything that puts weight on the front lens barrel section of this camera is that it could bend the axis of the light entering the lenses. The RX100 uses a telescopic lens barrel. It is not a fixed and sturdy barrel, but it can slightly "bend" with weight or pressure applied on the front barrel. This could cause a slight image distortion and out of focus at the top and the bottom of the image.

[@CreativeTechLab]

I've had an adapter on the VI for a few years now and it's never been an issue.

[@ScottsReviews]

My lens mate adhesive did not hold. Came off after 1 day in my bag. I have been using glue dots. So I stick it on and get my shot before it falls off. Boo. And yes I cleaned it prior to installation .

[@CreativeTechLab]

Oh that’s no good. Did you try contacting Lens mate? Because I’ve taken mine on and off to put on different devices and had to use new adhesives and had no issues.

[@thefowlyetti2]

Does the RX100 vii have better auto focus than the a6400?

[@CreativeTechLab]

Technically yes. The the RX100 vii has real time video eye tracking autofocus and the 6400 has face tracking. But they’re both really fast imo.

[@thefowlyetti2]

@@CreativeTechLab cool, your face went out of focus for a moment during the video, and i wonder if that would have happened with the rx100.. I decided to buy one over getting a 6400 so i want to justify it :)

[@CreativeTechLab]

Lol. They’re both great cameras, just for different uses, but there’s no bad choice. In regards to the focus in this video, I’ve found that it’s better to turn off the face AF priority when doing these types of videos so that the camera knows you want to focus on what you hold up to the lens. And the RX100 is an awesome choice. Particularly if you’re not interested in having to switch out lenses. And it fits in your pocket, and can go places the a6400 can’t like concerts, sports games etc.

[@thefowlyetti2]

@@CreativeTechLab Cheers. Yeh the lens situation, i used to have that set up and it just takes over your day if you want to shoot some video of friends/family.

[@wretchedworm]

i don't like the idea of using anything that is adhesive on the camera. do u think this can be taken off cleanly if u ever want to sell it?

[@CreativeTechLab]

Yeah it comes right off with a little cleaning.

[@hyphenphotography]

I've just got myself an RX100Va and so decisions, decisions. One thing I'm a bit concerned about though, before buying a filter adaptor is the possibility of it fouling on a tripod (Gorillapod) base plate. It looks like the increased diameter of the adaptor would mean a flush fit of the tripod base plate wouldn't be possible when screwed in to the bottom of the camera. Would you have any experience of this, please?

[@CreativeTechLab]

Hey thanks for watching. This was not an issue with any of the filters I was using (the Hoya and Gobe 52mm). The diameter of those two were flush with the RX lens. However I have used a Tiffen filter that's a little wider. But for the most part you should be fine.

[@hyphenphotography]

@@CreativeTechLab hi. Thanks for the prompt reply and for sharing your experiences. It's very much appreciated. I think I'll be going for the Lensmate

[@tf9888]

i just got a rx100v! did you go with the lensmate in the end? happy with it?

[@thinhleo4428]

How much for it all

[@CreativeTechLab]

Thanks for watching. The links are in the description above, but the Lensmate is 25 and the magfilter is 30. And then it would depend on which ND filter you went with.

[@MrMultiMystery]

Wanna do video settings ?

[@CreativeTechLab]

Not sure what you're asking here

[@TheChadWork2001]

Whatever camera you said you are using that is facing you needs product focus but doesn't have it.

[@CreativeTechLab]

Yeah. Send me one of those new cameras that have it

[@scottfreckle237]

when you saw that the camera wasn't focussing on the rings you should have re shot that part, this is now pointless to me because I couldn't see what the filter will look like with the 'bump' you described but didn't let us actually see

[@CreativeTechLab]

huh?

[@avengersracing]

Bought this thinking it had a nd filter in it 🥲

[@CreativeTechLab]

😬

[@sanabriatv4977]

Newbeeeeee

[@CreativeTechLab]

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[@mowhmo]

Finger prints on cam lens and on filter rip

[@CreativeTechLab]

?

[@mowhmo]

@@CreativeTechLab cams so sharp nowadays, i can see finger prints on your cam lens and filter 🤣 nothing a good old micro fiber cloth wont fix tho

[@JimIBobIJones]

It will literally take centuries before you start noticing a magnet lose its magnetisation...

[@CreativeTechLab]

ok

[@zbigniewukasiak52]

Vegetable

[@CreativeTechLab]

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[@jonathanl984]

Too much talk about his studio setup but otherwise a very informative video.

[@CreativeTechLab]

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