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Dylan Couper · February 21st, 2003, 11:20 AM

Hey folks
Are 4mm thick 4x4 glass filters worth $150 more than the 2mm filters?

And secondly, will 2mm filters fit in the Cavision matte box?
Thanks

Jeff Donald · February 22nd, 2003, 07:08 AM

Here's my understanding of the issues. A thicker filter is in theory, a little more rugged. However, neither one is going to survive a drop to a hard floor. Again, in theory, the thinner filter should produce a sharper image. I think economic reality should rule (along with common sense) and get the less expensive filters. I'm under the impression that the Cavision matte box will accept the 2mm filters, but you had best check with them.

Dylan Couper · February 22nd, 2003, 09:55 AM

Thanks Jeff!

February 21st, 2003, 11:20 AM	#1
Dylan Couper Wrangler Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Vancouver, British Columbia Posts: 8,314	glass filters Hey folks Are 4mm thick 4x4 glass filters worth $150 more than the 2mm filters? And secondly, will 2mm filters fit in the Cavision matte box? Thanks

February 22nd, 2003, 07:08 AM	#2
Jeff Donald Warden Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Clearwater, FL Posts: 8,287	Here's my understanding of the issues. A thicker filter is in theory, a little more rugged. However, neither one is going to survive a drop to a hard floor. Again, in theory, the thinner filter should produce a sharper image. I think economic reality should rule (along with common sense) and get the less expensive filters. I'm under the impression that the Cavision matte box will accept the 2mm filters, but you had best check with them. __________________ Jeff Donald Carpe Diem Search DVinfo.net for quick answers \| Where to Buy? From the best in the business: DVinfo.net sponsors

February 22nd, 2003, 09:55 AM	#3
Dylan Couper Wrangler Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Vancouver, British Columbia Posts: 8,314	Thanks Jeff! __________________ Need to rent camera gear in Vancouver BC? Check me out at camerarentalsvancouver.com