Heliopan is a German brand that manufactures premium quality camera filters, adapters, and related accessories for professional and amateur photographers & videographers.
Founded by Edmund Gizewski in Munich, Germany in 1949.
Initially, the company manufactured mainly mechanical components, but later switched to producing camera filters in 1962.
Heliopan is known for its innovative, high-quality filters that are designed to meet the needs of professional photographers and filmmakers.
The brand has been acquired by Schneider-Kreuznach Group in 2017, which is a leading producer of high-quality camera lenses and filters.
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UV filters are used primarily to protect the lens from scratches, dust, and other debris. They also help reduce haze and improve image clarity.
Circular polarizers are designed to reduce glare and reflections from surfaces like water and glass. They can also help increase color saturation and contrast.
Neutral density filters reduce the amount of light entering the lens, allowing you to use longer shutter speeds or wider apertures to achieve creative effects.
Both Heliopan and B+W make high-quality filters that are popular among professional photographers and filmmakers. Some argue that Heliopan filters have a slightly warmer color cast than B+W filters, but this is subjective and depends on individual preferences. Ultimately, the choice between the two brands comes down to personal taste and budget.
Heliopan filters are designed to prevent vignetting on wide-angle lenses. However, using a filter on a wide-angle lens is never recommended as it can increase the risk of light bounce, flare, and vignetting. Always check the filter thread size and compatibility before using a filter on your lens.
Heliopan offers a 30-day return policy for all its products that are in their original and resalable condition. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, you can return it for a refund or exchange. Contact Heliopan's customer support for more information.
Yes, Heliopan filters can be used on drones with compatible cameras and lens filters. However, you need to make sure that the filter size matches the lens thread size, and the weight and size of the filter do not affect the drone's stability and balance. Consult your drone's user manual and manufacturer's specifications before using a filter on it.
Multi-coated filters have several advantages, including reducing reflections, glare, and ghosting, improving color fidelity and contrast, and protecting the lens from dust, moisture, and scratches. They also produce more natural-looking images and videos. Heliopan filters feature multiple layers of anti-reflective coating that help produce clear and sharp images with accurate color reproduction.