The Heliopan 30.5mm #5 Light Yellow Filter is a basic contrast filter, primarily for use with black and white film, that is primarily used as a haze filter to subtly darken blue tones and increase overall contrast. There is an approximate 1.5-2x filter factor with this filter, requiring an increase of 0.5 to 1 stop for normal exposure.

The front and rear surfaces of the filter both feature a single anti-reflection coating. Each coating helps to increase light transmission by reducing reflections, scattered light, and ghosting. Additionally, they offer protection to the filter substrate while helping to keep the glass clean for longer than uncoated glass.

This Heliopan filter is constructed from Schott glass for increased optical clarity and color fidelity. It features a brass filter ring for durability as well as jamming prevention.

#5 Filter for Enhanced B&W Contrast    1.5-2x Filter Factor, +0.5-1 Stop    30.5mm Front Filter Threads    Front and Rear Coating    Schott Glass Construction    Brass Filter Ring

Light yellow contrast filter for black and white film subtly darkens skies and blue tones, reduces haze, and increases overall contrast.

Single coatings on both the front and rear offer protection to the glass and help to improve light transmission and image quality.

Constructed from Schott glass for optical clarity.

Brass filter ring helps to prevent jamming and provides additional strength.

Dual threading with 30.5mm front filter threads permits combining with other filters.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Does the external mic jack supply phantom power?

A: We're afraid not, Phantom Power is something found on camcorders with XLR connections, which this camcorder does not have. However the 1/8" Mic Input does support Plug-In Power so you can use a microphone like the Rode VideoMic Go, B&H # ROVMG. https://bhpho.to/2aME5Wv

Q: 2. Can i use (B&H # PAAGVBR118) these batteries with this camera? B&H # PAAGVBR118

A: Yes, B&H# PAAGVBR118 will work on the HC-MDH3. They are compatible.

Q: 3. Looking through the specifications of this product, is the video quality nice and is it good for low light?

A: The video quality is entry level HD. Its limited in low light. It is better in reading light and above.

Q: 4. I own an iRigPre, and it’s jack-size is 3.5mm. Will I need to use the digital audio output? If so, can the iRigPre jack fit that output?

A: The iRigPre products are for use with SmartPhones. We are not aware of them being able to work with a camcorder like this.

Q: 5. How does this camera perform in low light situations, such as a dimly lit wedding?

A: The 1/3.1" MOS Sensor on this camcorder is Back-Illuminated (BSI), which helps in lower light situations. it will not work as well though as camcorder with a larger 1" sensor like the UX90 from Panasonic, B&H # PAAGUX90. https://bhpho.to/2iGu2XB

Q: 6. Does this Camera Have a Clean output?

A: Yes it does, this camera does have a Clean HDMI output.

Q: 7. What kind of external microphone can be mounted to the camera? Or do you think the internal microphone suffices

A: This camcorder has a 1/8" Mic input. You could use a microphone like the Rode VideoMic Pro with Rycote Lyre Shockmount, B&H # ROVMPR. https://bhpho.to/2yLzu4H

Q: 8. Can audio levels be controlled separately from the internal mic, and an external mic?

A: With this camcorder you will be able to use either the Internal Microphone or the external mic connection. You will not be able to use both at the same time.

Q: 9. What is the difference between the L-478DR and the L-478DR-U?

A: To put it simply, the U at the end of the model number means that is for the US market.

Q: 10. I need a SDI output, does this have one?

A: This camcorder does not have an SDI output. It does however have an HDMI output and you could always use an HDMI to SDI converter such as B&H # BLMCHDMISDI.https://bhpho.to/2bUtZ8I