Kodak 3x3" (75mm) 81D Color Conversion Wratten 2 Optical Gel Filter - The 81 Series of filters controls the bluish coloration that can affect daylight film. They warm scenes shot on cloudy days. They can also remove excessive blue from the effects of electronic flash.

These filters are also good for general scenics when the photographer wishes to remove the bluish cast from open shade or just add warmth to the photograph.

Kodak gelatin filters are available in 3 x 3" (75 x 75mm), 4 x 4" (100 x 100mm), 6 x 6" (150 x 150mm) and 14 x 18" (350 x 450mm).

Warmer Than an 81C    Excellent with Strobe    81 Series Available in Grades

More rigid/durable

Easier to handle

Color consistent today, and 6 months from now as well

Wratten 2 Optical Filters are less sensitive to humidity, less prone to static cling

Fingerprint removal is also easier

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Can Manfrotto 501 plates be used, or are there shorter Sachtler plates?

A: The Sachtler aktiv Slider to 75mm Tripod Adapter is not compatible with Manfrotto 501 style plates and Sachtler does not offer a smaller plate at this time.

Q: 2. What is the weight?

A: The weight of this lens is about 1.1 lbs.

Q: 3. What size is the plate? Is it compatible with Arca-swiss, or Manfrotto 501, or DJI Ronin, or any other existing support system?

A: The Sirui SVH15 75mm Fluid Head with Sideload Mechanism is compatible with the Sirui BP-125 Quick Release Plate for BCH-20 Video Head (B&H # SISUBP125).

Q: 4. Does it (Leica Telephoto 75mm f/2.0 APO Summicron)come in silver?

A: Unfortunately, this lens is only offered in black.

Q: 5. What is the outer diameter of this lens? I want to purchase a push-on lens cap (such as MFR #91-030379).

A: The outer diameter of this lens is 2.56"/65mm.

Q: 6. Is the auto focus quiet enough that shooting video will not pick up hunting?

A: The autofocus on this lens is very quiet.

Q: 7. Is a lens hood included? The list for what's in the box do not include a hood. However, the reviews on YouTube show a hood on the review unit. The hood looks to be lens specific. Thanks!

A: Unfortunately not. The KIPON Iberit 75mm f/2.4 Lens for FUJIFILM X does not currently come with the lens hood.

Q: 8. One reviewer of the identical R mentioned the lens station. Is one available for either?

A: Yes, there is the Samyang Lens Station for Sony E (BH #SASYIOLSE) available for the Samyang AF 75mm f/1.8 FE Lens for Sony E. It can be seen here https://bhpho.to/2FuRu75

Q: 9. Would this head on Flowtech 75 legs support the weight of an ARRI Alexa Studio with Angenieux EZ-2 lens and AB Dionic 150 battery?

A: Yes, the Sirui SVH15 75mm Fluid Head with Sideload Mechanism is compatible on Sachtler Flowtech 75 legs.

Q: 10. how fast and accurate is the autofocus on this lens? I'm thinking specifically for video recordings of moving subjects

A: The Samyang AF 75mm f/1.8 FE Lens for Sony E does have fast autofocus performance and would autofocus both for still photography and video recording shooting needs. You would be able to autofocus on moving subjects with this lens.