I've got into doing some Amateur photography over the last few years and I have never got around to getting myself one of these. Now that I am trying some more trickier shoots in really bright conditions I really need to control the light better in order prevent any unwanted glare hitting the lens and ruining my shots. I was advised to get a Matte Box and this one appears to be an excellent device for achieving exactly what I want. This Matte box not only helps me block and control any unwanted light but it also protects the lens and comes with a filter tray that can hold different types of filters, such as ND (Neutral Density), CPL (Circular Polarizer), and others.
This SMALLRIG Matte Box is versatile due to several key features. First, the adjustable clamp accommodates lenses from 67mm to 82mm, which means it can be used with multiple lenses that I have in my kit already, which all have different diameters.
Secondly, it comes with both CPL 1 and 2 filters, allowing for different levels of polarization. These filters significantly enhance image quality by reducing glare and improving colour saturation. Swapping the filters is quick and easy, and they stay securely in place during use, which is exactly what I was after.
The build quality is excellent as it's sturdy yet lightweight, which is perfect for both handheld and rig-mounted shoots. The included lens hood and top flag do a great job of controlling any lens flares, especially when shooting in really bright conditions.
Lastly, the 3 point locking system with quick release makes it so easy to assemble and dissemble.
This really is made for professional photographers and it is definitely worth investing in if you do it as your job, or like me, you do it for your hobby, but you do it several times a month like I do, in order to get a good return on your investment. There are cheaper alternatives available but then they don't tick all the boxes that a top brand like SMALLRIG does. Personally I would always pay that little extra to get a top brand name product such as this, and not because they are 100 times better than the rest, but it's the support you get when something does go wrong that sets SMALLRIG apart from the others. I have had my professional photographer friends check this Matte Box over and they also agree that this is one of the better ones on the market. and that you can't go far wrong with a brand like SMALLRIG.
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