The Tiffen 138mm Ultra Contrast 3 Filter can be applied to purposely reduce contrast while photographing an image or while recording video. By distributing ambient illumination to darker areas within a scene, this filter is useful in helping to uniformly balance the tonal range among highlights and shadows. Detail is increased within shadow regions while flare and halation around highlights is purposely limited.

This filter has a grade of 3. Grades of 1/8, 1/4, 1/2, 1, 2, 4, and 5 are also available where this filter type's effect becomes approximately twice as strong with each grade number increase.

This filter is made using ColorCore technology, a process that involves laminating the filter substrate between 2 pieces of optical glass and grinding flat to a tolerance of 1/10,000th of an inch.

Useful for Uniform Contrast Reduction    Helps Balance Highlights and Shadows    Increases Illumination in Shadows    Increases Detail in Shadows    Limits Flare and Halation in Highlights    ColorCore Technology    138mm Front Filter Threads    Padded Pouch

• Reduces contrast for photography or while recording video
• Distributes ambient illumination to shadows within a scene
• Helps to uniformly balance the tonal range among highlights and shadows
• Increases shadow detail while limiting flare and halation around highlights
• 138mm front filter threads allow for use with other filters
• Padded pouch included for storage and transport

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Which camera bag is recommended for this camera? Preferably with rainproof cover and good design.

A: The Lowepro Apex 120 AW Shoulder Bag (Black) is a single-compartment bag with adjustable, padded dividers that accommodates a digital SLR with small zoon lens attached, plus accessories. The bag has a built-in micro-fiber cloth, that protects LCD screens and lenses. There is an All-Weather Cover that protects gear against bad weather, dust and sand. It has adjustable, padded dividers to provide excellent protection and a customized fit. The bag has a SlipLock attachment loop. The rugged exterior includes a molded rubber bumper and durable, water-resistant fabrics. Water-resistant shoulder bag that is designed to carry and protect a digital SLR camera with lens attached and accessories

Q: 2. Can you control 3 of these camcorders with the phone app?

A: No

Q: 3. Does this monitor have Picture in pictuer?

A: Not that we are aware of. This monitor does not offer Picture-In-Picture.

Q: 4. Maximum resolution for slow motion recording?

A: Hello! You can set the slow motion to the Interval mode, which allows you to switch between normal recording and FULL HD Slow Motion Video recording while recording. It is also possible to set it to the Always mode, which records the entire scene as FULL HD Slow Motion Video. If you switch to FULL HD Slow Motion Video Mode when [REC FORMAT] is set to [4K MP4], the [REC FORMAT] setting will change to [MP4/iFrame] and the [REC MODE] setting of [1080/28M] will be selected for [MP4/iFrame]. When you switch from FULL HD Slow Motion Video Mode to a different Recording Mode, [REC FORMAT] will not be reset to [4K MP4]. Hope this helps! -C

Q: 5. Does the camera need the SDHC U3 SD card or will a U1 work?

A: Edward M.,Before I pulled the trigger on my Panasonic HC-VX870, I did a little research on memory cards. The one I bought is the new PNY elite performance SDXC (Class 10) memory card which was recommended to handle the larger 4K files. I opted for the 256GB version which if examined closely, has a very small U1 symbol in the far right corrner indicating that it is cataforized as such. It transfers information at 90MB/s and works flawlessly. I feel that investing just a little more goes a long way toward success. The camera is an outstanding value for the buck and coupled with a strong SDXC card, they're both winners in my book.

Q: 6. Does that kit contais the battery? I bought and i didn't get it.

A: Unfortunately no. B&H # (this item) GYGVM5004HRS does not come with a battery. What this unit does come with is a Dual LP-E6 or L-Series Battery Mount. You can get these batteries from the links below. https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/352125-REG/Sony_NPF970.html + https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/836000-REG/watson_b_4206_np_f975_battery_pack_f_sony.html

Q: 7. Is there a PAL system version to this camera?

A: Here is the PAL equivalent model: Panasonic HC-VX878EG-K 4K Ultra-HD Camcorder (PAL, Black) B&H # PAHCVX878EGK

Q: 8. Does this fit the SUNPAK UltraPro 643 tripod?

A: Yes, this Sunpak Quick Release Plate can fit the SUNPAK UltraPro 643 tripod.

Q: 9. How many sdxc slots and where is it located, I fear only one slot for this price. Also 4.2.2. color?

A: Hello! The camcorder has a single card slot. When using an SD card not from Panasonic, or one previously used on other equipment, for the first time on this unit, format the SD card. When the SD card is formatted, all of the recorded data is deleted. Once the data is deleted, it cannot be restored. You can use these cards with the unit: SD Memory Card (512 MB to 2 GB), SDHC Memory Card (4 GB to 32 GB) and SDXC Memory Card (48 GB/64 GB). Hope this helps! -C

Q: 10. hi.. i have go pro hero.. but i dont have this monopad y et.. can i use this under sea water and other camera like sony action cam?

A: I have used this monopod underwater extensively for 2 years. Just make sure to rinse, clean, and dry it after taking into seawater. I don't know if it fits sony action cams.