Reddit reviews Rangers 8pcs ND Filter Kit (Full and Graduated ND2, ND4, ND8, ND16 Filters, Optics) + 9 Filter Adaptors Ring (49-82mm) + 1 ABS Adaptor Holder + Carrying Pouch RA109
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Made of a high quality Optical Polymer with multi-coating, which effectively prevents the lens from being scratched.Comes with multiple adapter rings for camera lenses in different sizes. (49mm-82mm)Slow down the shutter speeds for high speed films or digital cameras to record blur or moving subjects such as waterfall, clouds, fountain, or any fast moving subject. Decrease the depth of field by allowing wider apertures to be used, which helps separate subjects from their background.Allow cine and video cameras (which have fixed shutter speeds) to film subjects such as snow, sand or other bright scenes which would normally cause over-exposure.Ideal for professional photographers or beginners to take vivid photos.
You did get a nice pattern in the water, although I imagine you're after something even more dramatic...
If you want to really smooth out the water you can give yourself more time by shooting near sunrise/sunset, or most flexible of all, purchase neutral density filter(s). A cheap set, like these rangers, may not produce the highest quality shots, but can be a good way to experiment and learn to use ND filters.
There also appears to be some camera shake, judging by the uniform blur in static objects. Several ways to approach this depending on the issue. First, it's best to trigger the cameral remotely or with a timer so the exposure doesn't start with a shaking camera. Next, make sure your tripod is steady. This is easier to do when the tripod is not extended all the way and, if there's wind, it can help to attach a weight to the bottom of the tripod (if it can handle extra weight and if there's somewhere to hang a weight). Many tripods come with hooks on the bottom for this purpose. Last, stay still yourself and clear of your camera. You'd be amazed at how much your camera can move on a tripod if you're moving near it, unless the the ground it's on is really solid. The worst happense if you're on something like a foot bridge. Shifting your weight around or turning around to see the view can easily make the bridge and your camera shake during the exposure.
My only other bit of advice is to make sure that there is an interesting stationary subject near the water. An interesting fallen log, a bridge, some rocks sticking out of the water... anything that is stationary and interesting can really pop as a great subject contrasted against the long exposure water, especially if you're able to get lower and closer to the water. Good luck and happy experimenting!!
I've been looking at the ICE one too as I've been disappointed by the [Ranger](Rangers 8pcs ND Filter Kit (Full and Graduated ND2, ND4, ND8, ND16 Filters, Optics) + 9 Filter Adaptors Ring (49-82mm) + 1 ABS Adaptor Holder + Carrying Pouch RA109 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M2AAGCE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_phe5CbEW8XHG9. The negative reviews on the ICE spooked me away.
I'll try to go through my pics again lol, I spend more time on the taking and once I get back take eons to go through the pictures 😢
Would that be something like these? They look a little cheesy but would these fit the 14mm Rokinon?
https://www.amazon.com/Rangers-Graduated-Filters-Adaptors-Carrying/dp/B01M2AAGCE/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=neutral+density+filter&qid=1562020503&s=gateway&sr=8-3