Nikon SJ-1 Color Filter Set, Eight Filter Light Balancing Set for the SB-800, SB-600 & SB-80DX Flashes

2018-01-18T08:19:33

Can't use flash without these white-balance matching filters. Good that there are duplicates for when they wear out. And the price is right.

TERENCE B.

2016-12-15T08:15:47

Works fine though did have problem folding to fit SB 800 flash properly.

JEROME F.

2015-08-02T21:00:00

This is a nice package of useful filters in a handy case. Gels are consumable items. The flash heat does wrinkle them (does not affect performance), and with heavy use the color will wash out and make the material brittle. Given that filter gel material is not terribly expensive in larger sheets and the cost of die cutting them is not great, the price is a little high. In addition this is a relatively small range of colors. The standard color correction gels are there, but for dramatic effects, particularly on backgrounds, a wider range might be needed. In that case use the Nikon gels as a pattern to cut out custom filters from bulk sheets from Rosco, Lee, et al. One gel that is missing for macro work is a neutral density filter where sometimes flash power under the minimum settings are needed. As I often use modifiers that clamp around the flash head, I do not use the typical Velcro attachment for gels. The Nikon gels fit flush with the sides of the case. The built in wide angle diffusers in my SB-600s can be placed over the filter gels to better hold them in place which us is usually desirable in softening the light anyway. A small criticism of the SB-600 (also SB-800) flash units is they are not provided with a more substantial means of holding filters, such as the separate SZ-1 filter holder provided with the SB-900, which is why the Velcro attachment method is so popular.

KERRY S.

2012-12-12T19:00:00

I prefer these to cutting film and using tape. Not overly durable but what really is nowadays . . . ?

DAVID B.

2012-10-26T20:00:00

If you are using you flashes to mix with lights then these are a must have!! I have been using the SB-800 for a few years now and they are wonderful. Using them off camera to make great personal portraits and even big group shots. It is one of cheapest way of carrying full color range gels...

jStop

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2012-02-14T19:00:00

We all know what we can do with gels. Pricey because of the name but they are easy to mount on the flash. Pay for convenience I guess.

Ronald W.

2012-01-15T19:00:00

These color filters are gimmicks, with basically no practical application. I regret buying them. It's possible they might come in handy for some kinds of creative lighting situations where you wanted to create an unnatural look.

ALAN W.

2011-09-03T21:00:00

These plastic sheet filters are expensive also they are consumable (disposable) and disfigure with use. There are better devices to acc0mplish the same purpose.

SCOTT M.

2011-03-12T19:00:00

The filter function works well and you do get multiple uses from these but I use them on an SB600 and after a few plashes the heat start to take its toll on the filter but they do the job.

Thetreeman

2010-05-03T21:00:00

A must have if you use the flash. I saw many comments complaining about the price..I agree it is a little bit pricy but they are easy to use and they fit perfectly on my SB-600. I would buy them again!!

SIMONE B.

2010-02-02T19:00:00

Definate mark-up on these little Gems. I am OK with how they work but In my opinion we should be getting them for free with the flash unit. Flimsy little Die-Cut Plastic. They melt too if you get them to close to the flash. The only thing I like is the compactness.

JOHN K.

2009-09-21T21:00:00

Used for fillhlights in portraits and at Large outdoor wedding receptions for dance and bouquet and garter toss.

MARK D.

2009-05-11T21:00:00

Absolutely critical to have the Tungsten and Fluorescent filters for indoor flash photography; the other filters are mostly just an interesting "bonus" bundle.

Sam M.

2009-04-07T21:00:00

I used mainly the red and blue filters so far on the SB-600. The blue adds a lot to the photos for a blue gradient type effect that turned out very nice! The red was not so overpowering but added a nice tone to the photos.

RJ

2009-02-05T19:00:00

If you need flash gels for a Nikon SB-600, I don't know why you'd use anything else. Easy to attach and they come in a nice folder allowing quick access.

Todd N.

2009-01-21T19:00:00

Product arrived as promised. Couldn't be happier.

Wendy

2009-01-13T19:00:00

work perfect with Nikon SB600

EDGAR M.

2008-12-29T19:00:00

This is a neat little set because it comes with so many colors and shades. I used it to balance the blue cast from a tent we were meeting under for a family get-together. It would also work well for artistic shots to make the grass greener or set the mood. I wasn't pleased to learn that it can melt and be consumed... this hasn't happened to me yet... but I was surprised that these aren't just an overlay that can be used to exhaustion.

Leila'll i.

2008-12-28T19:00:00

Ordered these to modify the White Balance on my Nikon SB-800 flash. They work pretty well and do alter the WB as they are advertised. Do not especially like the light weight material they are made of. Would like to see a more substantial material used. Also not overly fond of how filters need to be folded and "attached" to Flash unit.

Mark S.

2008-08-24T21:00:00

Easy to use and experiment with. Nice results.

photoenthusiast

2008-08-23T21:00:00

I like the colored gels, for special effects.

Learning s.

2008-04-03T21:00:00

I use these for color effects. Turns a white wall into a good background.

Mike

2008-02-20T19:00:00

These are standard gel material cut so that they can be inserted into the SB-800. They do a satisfactory job of filtering light from the flash to a single color. Because it is just folded gel, they tend to leak light from the sides. Additionally, they fade and melt under heavy flash use, so these should be considered an expendable (it says this right in the manual, which you should read). For frequent users, purchasing sheets of gel and cutting them for one self would a better deal. This would also let you get more colors... the Yellow and Blue filter do not make green light, and doubling the florescent filter is not very affective. That all said, the filter kit is very handy and fun, and can be used to make rather ordinary scenes look amazin gin the right hands.

Holstien

2008-02-20T19:00:00

When I bought my SB-800, I was somewhat surprised to find that it didn't come complete with a set of filters. Well, this accessory will fill most simple filter needs. Buy a second set - you may lose or damage a filter or two in use.

Rex

2008-01-20T19:00:00

great for custom effect

Mr R.

2007-07-09T21:00:00

I love these. I've tried some of the DYI solution out there (taping sample gels for theater supply stores for example). These are purpose built for balancing the light from your flash with the available light. The carrying wallet is a nice bonus. They are thin so if it's breezy you may want to put a little piece of tape on them or flip your diffuser down over them.

GregMillsDotCom

2007-03-02T19:00:00

White balance, dude, won't correct for fluorescent and tungsten, nor will it give you funky art gels like blue and red to punch up backgrounds at whim. Considering you get 20 total gels -- including replacement gels for two shades of tungsten and fluorescent -- this is a pretty good value. Much better than trying to "home remedy" a solution with theatrical shop gel samples.

Smitty

2007-02-11T19:00:00

Works well to add color to a background or for special effects. Other than that... use your in-camera white balance adjustments.

Wess