This 5-stop, 4x4" Formatt Hitech HD ND Glass Filter , made with Schott-Desag B270 Crown optical glass, has been specially formulated as a result of extensive research into applications for molecular A.C.T. dyes to provide a color neutral darkening of your image without the specular effects that may occur from the particulate coatings of other neutral density and neutral density graduated filters. This can result in a cleaner image with high-resolution sensors, film stocks and scanning. HD technology has been designed to for use in cinema and video applications, taking advantage of ultra-sharp cameras and lenses.

1.5 Optical Density    Schott-Desag B270 Crown Optical Glass    Designed for HD Technology    Enhanced Contrast

Formatt's HD Neutral Density solid and graduated filters are available in all the popular round screw-in sizes, all the standard square sizes

All Formatt filters are finished with a unique edge frame offering maximum protection against chipping, surface scratches and enables easy handling and cleaning

With the filter description on top of the frame it also makes identification of the filter much easier especially when filters are stored in cases on location

Formatt HD Neutral Density filters have the same densities and light stops as the Kodak Wratten Standards

Formatt's Neutral Density Filters are a response to the many DPs and cinematographers who find that it is important to shoot as wide open as possible to minimize depth of field, especially with HD

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Does this support analog S-Video input? What is the recommended configuration to use this to capture from an S-Video source?

A: The UltraStudio HD Mini doesn't support S-Video input. To get your S-Video in you can use a Mini Converter Analog to SDI to convert your analog S-Video signal to SDI, and then feed the SDI output of that into the UltraStudio. Blackmagic Design Mini Converter Analog to SDI BH #BLASDIMC

Q: 2. Can I use a wireless remote control to turn this camera on/off if it’s mounted high and unreachable?

A: No, the Canon XF100 Digital Camcorder has no wireless remote for camera controls from afar.

Q: 3. Is there room under the lens hood for a UV or other filter? The fit looks very tight up against the camera.

A: Yes... I have one on mine.....

Q: 4. does this only record 1 input?

A: It has x1 SDI input. The unit is designed to work with their multi-input switchers; should work with SDI output devices.

Q: 5. Does it send clean 1080p 422 HD signal thru the hdmi port for use in external recorder like atomos ninja 2 or assassin?

A: Yes, the camera does have an uncompressed output for external recording.

Q: 6. Can I use this to hook my playstation 4 via HDMI to a mac thunderbolt display?

A: The Blackmagic Ultrastudio Mini is a capture and playback device. This product does not offer an HDMI input unfortunately to send a signal to a computer or monitor.

Q: 7. How do I use it as a webcam and live video online?

A: The XF100 has an HDMI output which you can connect to a capture device for live streaming. The Magewell HDMI USB 3.0 Dongle is a good choice for both Mac and PC if you have USB 3.0 and it is backwards compatible with USB 2.0. While the Blackmagic UltraStudio Mini Recorder works with computers that have a Thunderbolt Connection.

Q: 8. Does the record feature also turn on the camera's recording function so you can record to an external drive or internal camera?

A: The Blackmagic Design HyperDeck Shuttle HD has no external controls.

Q: 9. does a mic go in the top there?

A: Yes, its for a boom mic, but the camera has a mic too.

Q: 10. Does Canon XA20 have zoom speed control feature? Is it possible to zoom slowly or very slowly without using the front Focus/Zoom control ring manually?Potential Buyer Of XA20

A: Speed is adjustable. Slow, normal and fast. I have found the zoom on the camera to be really easy to use. When using a tripod I use a remote zoom as well. That is my favorite, when possible, because of the size of the paddles.