Neutral Density (ND4) Filter Freewell for Mini 5 Pro - Variable light reduction for aerial and handheld photography

The Freewell ND4 Neutral Density Filter for the Mini 5 Pro provides a fixed 2-stop light reduction designed for aerial and handheld photography. It reduces incoming light to allow slower shutter speeds and wider apertures in bright environments, helping to control exposure, maintain highlight detail and achieve natural motion blur in video. The filter is made to fit the optical system of the Mini 5 Pro and supports consistent color rendition and sharpness when used under strong sunlight.

Advantages

This ND4 filter delivers predictable 2-stop attenuation to simplify exposure management without changing color balance significantly. It assists in achieving cinematic motion blur and smoother footage by enabling shutter speed settings that follow the 180-degree rule. Constructed with optical glass and multi-coating layers, the filter minimizes reflections, flare and ghosting while preserving image clarity. Its low-profile design integrates with the Mini 5 Pro mounting system to avoid vignetting and maintain gimbal balance.

Suitable for

• Aerial videography in daylight and sunny conditions
• Handheld or gimbal-stabilized outdoor shooting
• Controlling highlights and reducing overexposure on bright scenes
• Capturing natural motion blur for cinematic footage

Key specifications

• Light reduction: 2 stops (ND4)
• Application: fixed-density neutral density optical filter
• Optical construction: multi-coated glass to reduce reflections and flare
• Effect on exposure: allows lower shutter speed or wider aperture in bright light
• Design: low-profile to reduce vignetting and maintain gimbal balance
• Compatibility: designed specifically for the optical assembly of the Mini 5 Pro drone

How to use

Attach the ND4 filter to the camera lens or mount point recommended for the Mini 5 Pro before powering on the aircraft or gimbal. Compose and meter your scene, then adjust shutter speed and aperture to achieve the desired motion blur and exposure; as a general guideline for video, set shutter speed near double the frame rate for natural motion. Verify focus and gimbal balance after installation, and check live exposure on your monitor to confirm the filter provides the intended 2-stop reduction in current lighting conditions.

Recommendations

Use the ND4 in moderate to bright daylight where a 2-stop reduction is sufficient to prevent overexposure while preserving dynamic range. For very bright conditions or long-exposure creative shots, consider higher-density filters. Store the filter in a protective case when not in use and keep the glass clean with a microfiber cloth to avoid image degradation.