Benro NE1 is an upcoming electronic ND filter system designed for photography and video. Offering an adjustable exposure range of approximately ND3 to ND64 without mechanical rotation, it supports either manual or automatic operation. With a Bluetooth remote controller for wireless control, the system uses Corning optical glass with multi-layer nano coatings and a spring-loaded holder compatible with lenses with 67–82 mm filter threads. The Chinese camera accessories manufacturer Benro, mostly known for tripods, has recently teased a new electronic ND filter system that mounts in front of a lens. It reminds me a bit of the Panavision LCND (liquid-crystal neutral density) filter or the LC-Tech product from IBC 2023. Benro did not publish much information yet, but let’s take a look at what we know so far. NE1 ND filter kit. Source: Benro Benro NE1 Electronic ND Filter Kit Benro has announced the NE1 Electronic ND Filter Kit on its official pre-launch page, outlining an electronically controlled approach to neutral density filtration for both photography and video. Instead of relying on fixed ND strengths or mechanically variable filter rotation, the NE1 allows users to adjust light reduction electronically, without physically rotating the filter ring or swapping filters. Benro states that the adjustable range spans approximately ND3 to ND64, covering common exposure needs for outdoor video, long-exposure photography, and wide-aperture shooting in bright conditions. NE1 ND filter kit. Source: Benro The NE1 uses a spring-loaded holder design that supports lenses with filter thread diameters ranging from 67mm to 82mm. This...
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