Freewell GoPro Hero13 Black Filters - Complete Usage Guide, FAQs, and Tips

Comprehensive Guide to Freewell Filters for GoPro Hero13/12/11/10/9 Black: Maximize Your Footage Quality

GoPro Hero13/12/11/10/9 Black Filters Standard Day 4Pack

Overview:
The Freewell GoPro Hero13/12/11/10/9 Black Standard Day 4Pack includes ND4, ND8, ND16, and ND32 filters for flexible light control in various conditions.
  1. Optimal Light Control for Any Condition: The 4-pack covers overcast days to bright sunlight, ensuring high-quality images and videos.
  2. Achieve Cinematic Smoothness: The filters help control shutter speed for professional-grade, smooth motion in bright environments, reducing excess light for better control over exposure.
  3. Beginner-Friendly Motion Blur: With Auto Cinematic mode, even first-time users can achieve cinematic shots with motion blur effortlessly.
  4. Built for Durability: Coated to resist scratches and dust, these filters are rugged and reliable in any shooting conditions.
  5. Quick and Easy Setup: Designed for easy swapping during shoots, each set includes filters, a filter case, and a cleaning cloth for hassle-free use.
When & Where to Use:
  1. ND4: Use on cloudy or overcast days to slightly reduce light and achieve smooth motion.
  2. ND8: Ideal for early mornings or late afternoons when the light is soft but still too bright for the best exposure.
  3. ND16: Perfect for sunny days when you need more light reduction without overexposing the image.
  4. ND32: Best for extremely bright, midday sun or reflective surfaces like snow and water, preventing overexposure and keeping your shots balanced.
In the box: ND4, ND8, ND16, ND32, Filter Case, Cleaning Cloth 

GoPro Hero13/12/11/10/9 Black Filters Bright Day 4Pack

Overview:
The Freewell GoPro Hero13/12/11/10/9 Black Bright Day 4Pack includes ND4/PL, ND8/PL, ND16/PL, and ND32/PL filters with polarizing functionality.
  1. Comprehensive Light Control: Perfect for bright outdoor settings where reducing excess light and glare is crucial.
  2. Cinematic Video Made Easy: Auto Cinematic mode allows users to create smooth motion blur, delivering professional results without prior experience.
  3. Reduce Reflections and Glare: The polarizing feature minimizes reflections from surfaces like water and glass, resulting in sharper, more vibrant footage.
  4. High-Quality Optical Glass: Multi-coated optical glass ensures precise color accuracy and crystal-clear visuals, perfect for high-definition content.
  5. Durable and Lightweight: Built with scratch-resistant coatings, these filters are both lightweight and durable for rugged shooting conditions.
When & Where to Use:
  1. ND4/PL: Use on bright but slightly cloudy days to cut light and reduce glare from reflective surfaces.
  2. ND8/PL: Perfect for bright, sunny days at the beach or in open landscapes.
  3. ND16/PL: Ideal for intensely sunny conditions in environments with reflective surfaces like water or roads.
  4. ND32/PL: Best for desert-like conditions or shooting in snow or high-altitude locations where light is harsh and reflective.
In the box: ND4/PL, ND8/PL, ND16/PL, ND32/PL, Filter Case, Cleaning Cloth

GoPro Hero13/12/11/10/9 Black Glow Mist 1/4 Filter

Overview:
The Glow Mist 1/4 Filter adds a dreamy, cinematic look by softening highlights and creating a slight diffusion effect.
  1. Cinematic Diffusion: Reduces highlights and softens light, giving your footage a unique cinematic look.
  2. Ideal for Portraits & Landscapes: Whether capturing people or nature, this filter adds a soft glow to bright light sources, enhancing your footage.
  3. Premium Optical Glass: Multi-coated glass ensures high clarity and reduced reflections, enhancing overall image quality.
  4. Quick Installation: Easily attach or remove the filter for fast adjustments during shoots, making it ideal for on-the-go creators.
When & Where to Use:
  1. Portraits: Use when shooting people in bright light to soften skin tones and create a natural, cinematic glow.
  2. Landscapes: Ideal for sunrise or sunset shots where you want to enhance the natural glow without harsh highlights.
  3. Low-light scenes: The diffusion effect creates an ethereal look in low-light conditions, especially with artificial light sources.
In the box: GMIST 1/4, Filter Case, Cleaning Cloth

GoPro Hero13/12/11/10/9 Black CPL Filter

Overview:
The CPL (Circular Polarizer) Filter for GoPro Hero13/12/11/10/9 Black enhances color saturation and reduces reflections, perfect for outdoor and landscape photography.
  1. Enhanced Color Saturation: The CPL filter intensifies color vibrancy, making skies bluer and greens richer, ideal for capturing the beauty of nature.
  2. Glare Reduction: Effectively reduces glare from non-metallic surfaces like water and glass, improving clarity in reflective environments.
  3. Improved Contrast: Filters out polarized light, increasing contrast and sharpness for crisp, high-definition footage even in bright conditions.
  4. Durable Build: Constructed with multi-coated, scratch-resistant glass, this filter is designed for durability and optimal performance in tough conditions.
When & Where to Use:
  1. Landscapes: Use in bright outdoor conditions to make skies bluer and greenery more vibrant.
  2. Water surfaces: Essential when shooting near lakes, rivers, or the ocean to eliminate glare from the water.
  3. Glass and reflective surfaces: Ideal for cityscapes or architecture photography to minimize reflections on windows or shiny surfaces.
In the box: CPL, Filter Case, Cleaning Cloth

GoPro Hero13/12/11/10/9 Black ND1000 Filter

Overview:
The Freewell GoPro Hero13/12/11/10/9 Black ND1000 Filter is designed for extreme brightness, making it ideal for long-exposure photography and harsh lighting.
  1. Long Exposure Photography: This filter reduces light by 10 stops, perfect for smooth, dreamy long-exposure shots like flowing waterfalls or clouds.
  2. High-Quality Optics: Premium optical glass ensures clarity and sharpness even in intense sunlight, allowing you to capture every detail.
  3. Perfect for Harsh Light: Prevents overexposure in extreme brightness, ensuring balanced, well-exposed photos and videos.
  4. Durable & Scratch Resistant: Multi-coated to protect against scratches, dust, and oil, this filter is built for challenging environments.
When & Where to Use:
  1. Waterfalls and rivers: Perfect for creating smooth, flowing water effects by slowing down the shutter speed.
  2. Cloud motion: Use on bright days to capture slow-moving clouds with a dreamy effect.
  3. Harsh light conditions: Ideal for extremely bright environments, like desert or snowy landscapes, where light needs to be heavily reduced.
In the box: ND1000, Filter Case, Cleaning Cloth


GoPro Hero13/12/11/10/9 Black UV Filter

Overview:
The UV Filter for GoPro Hero13/12/11/10/9 Black serves as both a protective barrier for your lens and a tool to reduce haze caused by ultraviolet rays.
  1. Lens Protection: Shields your GoPro lens from dust, dirt, and scratches, keeping it in pristine condition.
  2. Improved Clarity: Reduces haze in outdoor settings, providing sharper, clearer images, especially in sunny environments.
  3. No Impact on Exposure: This filter doesn’t alter exposure levels, allowing you to maintain the natural look of your photos.
  4. Lightweight & Durable: Crafted from lightweight, durable materials, it adds protection without affecting GoPro performance.
When & Where to Use:
  1. Lens protection: Keep it on at all times as a protective layer against dust, dirt, and scratches.
  2. Sunny days: Reduces haze and increases image clarity in outdoor settings, especially in areas with high UV exposure like mountains or beaches.
In the box: UV, Filter Case, Cleaning Cloth


GoPro Hero13/12/11/10/9 Black Light Pollution Reduction Filter

Overview:
The Light Pollution Reduction(LPR/NV) Filter is designed for capturing clear night shots by minimizing artificial light interference.
  1. Better Night Shots: Reduces light pollution from street lamps and other artificial sources, perfect for night sky photography.
  2. Enhanced Contrast: Cuts down unwanted yellow light, improving contrast and color fidelity, ideal for urban night scenes and astrophotography.
  3. Reduces Glare: Minimizes glare from artificial lights, ensuring more balanced, well-exposed images in low-light settings.
  4. Robust Construction: Built to withstand low-light shooting conditions, this filter ensures lens protection while capturing high-quality night-time visuals.
When & Where to Use:
  1. Astrophotography: Perfect for capturing clear night skies by reducing artificial light pollution.
  2. Urban night scenes: Use in city settings to minimize the yellowish light from street lamps and other artificial sources.
  3. Night landscapes: Great for shooting in areas with minimal natural light but high artificial light, balancing exposure and improving contrast.
In the box: NV, Filter Case, Cleaning Cloth


Conclusion
Freewell's GoPro Hero13/12/11/10/9 Black filters are designed to meet the needs of both beginner and professional videographers. Whether you’re looking to control light, reduce glare, capture long-exposure shots, or protect your lens, each filter serves a specific purpose to enhance the overall quality of your footage. With durable, multi-coated optical glass, easy installation, and a variety of options for different shooting conditions, Freewell filters offer the perfect tools to elevate your GoPro Hero13 Black experience.

How to install the filters

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FAQ:

Q: Can I use GoPro Hero13 Black filters on other devices?
A: You can use Freewell GoPro Hero13 Black filters on your GoPro Hero13 Black, GoPro Hero12 Black, GoPro Hero11 Black, GoPro Hero11 Black Mini, GoPro Hero10 Black, GoPro Hero10 Black Bones, and GoPro Hero9 Black.

Q: How do I know which ND filter to use?
A: The number on an ND filter represents the level of light reduction. For overcast days, use ND4 or ND8. For bright sunlight, use ND16 or ND32. The higher the number, the more light it reduces.

Q: What's the difference between ND filters and ND/PL filters?
A: ND filters reduce the amount of light entering the camera, helping to avoid overexposure. ND/PL filters combine light reduction with polarization, which reduces glare and enhances colors, especially in reflective environments like water or glass.

Q: How do I clean the filters?
A: Use the included cleaning cloth to gently wipe the filters. 

Q: Will the filters affect the image quality?
A: Freewell filters are made from high-quality optical glass, ensuring minimal impact on image quality. They reduce glare, control light, and enhance contrast without compromising clarity.

Q: Can I stack filters?
A: Please do not stack filters, as it may cause vignetting or reduce the image quality. Each Freewell filter is designed to perform optimally on its own.

Q: What's the advantage of the Glow Mist filter?
A: The Glow Mist filter adds a soft, cinematic look to your footage by diffusing highlights and creating a dreamy effect. It's perfect for portrait and low-light photography.

Q: Are these filters waterproof?
A: The filters are not waterproof but are designed to be used in rugged conditions. They are coated to resist scratches and dust, making them durable in outdoor environments.

Q: Can the Light Pollution Reduction Filter be used during the day?
A: While the LPR filter is designed for night photography to reduce artificial light, it can be used during the day in areas with intense artificial lighting, like industrial zones or heavily lit city streets.

Additional Resources

A video guide about Freewell GoPro Hero13/12/11/10/9 Black filters

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Support and Warranty Information

The Freewell GoPro Hero13/12/11/10/9 Black filters have a limited lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects. Please register your product here after purchase. For any support issues, contact us via this link.


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