Orange filter for DSLR/MirrorLess - The search of the One

[Aqua Splendor]

Hello,
I'm trying to find an orange filter for my Sony A7III, I'm currently unsatisfied with the one I have, it doesn't show the right color even with color balance inside the camera.
I bought the K&F Concept pack filter long time ago for my Canon:

https://amzn.to/3cMVKyl

https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/71sl8KJdRuL._SL1024_.jpg

I love that kit but they don't seem to have the right color filter that we need for our aquarium needs.

I decide to buy on Amazon the

Tiffen 67mm 21 Filter (Orange)

Amazon.com : Tiffen 67mm 21 Filter (Orange) : Camera Lens Filters : Camera & Photo

Amazon.com : Tiffen 67mm 21 Filter (Orange) : Camera Lens Filters : Camera & Photo

amzn.to

Now here the Polyp Lab Orange filter v1 next to them that I use with my smartphone:

Now at first, I was excited I thought I got the right color filter but then I started to do some test on my aquarium (sorry I didn't save the picture and video, had too stuff to do and i forgot)

Basically the Tiffen pictures/video were REALLY orange, despite doing so color correction inside the camera it just way too orange.
I have my studio light next to me so I put the filter on my softbox to see how they react with light:

This is when I understood that filter wasn't designed for our aquarium, I guess it's good when you dive in the ocean but for aquarium use it doesn't work.

So if you guys have any suggestions let me know, still looking for the One...
Hope it help anyone who do search with google and read that post...

 

[Leishman]

I just ordered a 77mm full color yellow dive lens filter off eBay. Was looking for the closest yellow to the polyplab iphone clip on. Their yellow is perfect for my t5s with orphek led bars. Should have in hand by friday.

 

[Aqua Splendor]

I just ordered a 77mm full color yellow dive lens filter off eBay. Was looking for the closest yellow to the polyplab iphone clip on. Their yellow is perfect for my t5s with orphek led bars. Should have in hand by friday.

Cool let me know!
What brand is it?

 

[Leishman]

Cool let me know!
What brand is it?

77mm Full Color Yellow Conversion Filter DIVE for Camera Lens with thread mount | eBay

Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for 77mm Full Color Yellow Conversion Filter DIVE for Camera Lens with thread mount at the best online prices at eBay! Free shipping for many products!

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[Leishman]

it's out for delivery. Will snap a pic tonight

 

[Leishman]

just tested it w my iPhone on my office tank. Huge fail. Thankfully its for the DSLR and a completely different lighting setup. There's still hope.

 

[Leishman]

No filter

Filter

 

[Aqua Splendor]

It's ... ahem,... let's say every one have their favorite color

 

[Aaron Soliz]

Just wanted to bring this back up. I am also looking for one. Any one find a solution?

 

[SaltyManos]

I know im a little late to this but I have plenty of experience using dslr gel filters and the best filter that best represents the “what you see” is and mix of the 85 filters either 85A is more orange and 85B is a light yellowish-orange and 85 that is cut down the middle and my favorite for dslr coral shots.

 

[AZMSGT]

I’m presently doing a similar search. I use LEE filters in allot of my photography. I have several on back order from Adorama and will test them as I get them. I’m going to be testing the following.

Lee Filters Lee BWSET 4x4in Black and White Polyester Filter Set

4x4" Black and White Polyester Filter Set ( Yellow #8, Yellow/Green #11, Orange #21, Light Red #23A)

www.adorama.com

Lee Filters 85 Warming Filter

4x4" 85 Color Conversion Polyester Filter

www.adorama.com

Lee Filters 4x4

4x4" Deep Yellow #15 Polyester Filter for Black & White Film

www.adorama.com

Lee Filters 3x3

3x3" Deep Yellow #12 Polyester Filter for Black & White Film

www.adorama.com

 

[Aaron Soliz]

I know im a little late to this but I have plenty of experience using dslr gel filters and the best filter that best represents the “what you see” is and mix of the 85 filters either 85A is more orange and 85B is a light yellowish-orange and 85 that is cut down the middle and my favorite for dslr coral shots.

I’ll have to try the 85 cut down the middle. I use the 85B. Good stuff as well. Maybe I’ll try stacking the 85b and split 85

 

[PedroYoung]

I know im a little late to this but I have plenty of experience using dslr gel filters and the best filter that best represents the “what you see” is and mix of the 85 filters either 85A is more orange and 85B is a light yellowish-orange and 85 that is cut down the middle and my favorite for dslr coral shots.

What brand of filter do you use? I've used the Tiffen 85B, but they don't show any other 85 series on their site.

 

[Aqua Splendor]

Alright guys, I finally did a video to share my experience with what I use.
I was supposed to make a video for another orange filter but I don't think it's ready yet.



Does Tiffen 85 intrigue me, I might check them later eventually.

 

[PedroYoung]

Alright guys, I finally did a video to share my experience with what I use.
I was supposed to make a video for another orange filter but I don't think it's ready yet.



Does Tiffen 85 intrigue me, I might check them later eventually.

Man, that step down/up ring set is a must have! Gonna order something today. Thanks for posting! I use the Tiffen 85B, but could only afford to buy one for my Macro lens (58mm). Will be great to use on my other lenses.

 

[Roolin_W]

No filter

Filter

I know this is old, but try adjusting your tint to be more purple. It should help, at least with this example.

 

[Aqua Splendor]

If anyone read this thread, here my second video:

 

[dpgunit05]

Anyone have any ideas on camera settings? I am using a Sony a7III with a Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 and I bought an 82mm tiffen 16 orange filter. The orange is completely overpowering the image. I tried a few different WB settings but didn't find anything that I liked. I have a Galaxy s20 Ultra and when I use the clip-on orange filter that I got off amazon, I get the saturated affect I'm looking for. I'm wondering if the s20U camera is doing extra processing, so I'm trying to figure out how that translates to the a7III. Any advice would be apprecated.

 

[Aqua Splendor]

I talk about Orange filter 21 in my first video, you have the answer in does videos.
Your filter is not made for our needs, it's normal.

 

[West1]

Anyone know where I could buy a 30” x 60” sheet of 85B filter?