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Alter 49mm Rapid Filter System, Includes Lens Mounting Ring, Black

SKU: ALA404 MFR: A-404
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Key Features

  • Achieve stunning effects using this 49mm filter holder with your favorite lens filters.
  • Quickly swap filters with the rapid filter system; no more tedious threading!
  • Durable aluminum construction ensures your filter holder stands up to field use.
  • Enjoy broad compatibility with circular lens filters, caps, and step-up rings.
  • The 300-degree hinge rotation offers flexible filter adjustments on the go.
  • Mounting ring and wrenches included for easy setup of your new filter system.
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Shopper : Why Did You Choose This?DARYL G : A sublime solution for lens filters.TIM R : Video workMARC G : Excellent way to add and remove filters while keeping the lens clean.MARK C : It makes using a screen on filter more easy to use!AJ O : I want this.

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2023-10-11T16:45:14

Rated 5 out of 5

Versatile product with which you can even make your own solar filter!

I just found a really cool new use for my RFS+. Place some sticky double sided tape on the outer surface of the upper ring, then place the sticky side of the ring on top of a sheet of Baader Solar Filter Film that is slightly larger than the diameter of the ring and cut off the excess film. Voila! You have a really easy "quick deploy" solar filter for your lens for shooting eclipses, etc. Much better (and safer) than stacking ND filters.

Eric M.

2022-06-15T08:12:53

Rated 5 out of 5

Great

Exactly as in the description and well made. If you really want to have your filter flipping around, then this is great. It's particularly useful for an ND filter when you are in changing light, such as indoor/outdoor shoots. It functions just how you imagine it will.

dominic f.

2022-06-04T21:18:19

Rated 5 out of 5

The perfect way to add a filter to your lens

I live in an extremely sunny climate and like the idea of simply raising the lens if it is not needed for the shot as opposed to taking it off and losing it. It works well with a circular polarizer or other type of filter that may be needed outside, but not required inside. It is sturdy and well made. It comes with all the tools needed for adjusting, albeit I have not had to use them. The packaging itself is attractive. The first one tends to take a few minutes to add to the lens, but afterwards it is extremely simple. I have ordered several more of these lens mounts and strongly recommend it.

MARC G.

2022-04-29T03:15:40

Rated 5 out of 5

works as expected.

Very nice device. does what it is supposed to do.

DANIEL D.

2022-04-26T08:58:25

Rated 5 out of 5

Innovative filter ring

I had a hard time figuring out how to get it on my lens, but once it was on, it worked well to flip my ND filter up to focus and down to use, which saves time and hassle. It seems like a good quality product and I?m happy with it.

Lynn G.

2021-12-26T20:18:08

Rated 5 out of 5

Quickly use 2 different filters

Does what it says. Made of metal. Durable. Sucks you have to choose between this and a hood.

JUSTIN B.

2021-12-26T20:17:45

Rated 5 out of 5

Quickly use 2 filters

Does what it says. Made of metal. Durable. Sucks you have to choose between this and a hood.

JUSTIN B.

2021-07-23T11:26:45

Rated 5 out of 5

Great for IR filters

Excellent product when I use a IR filter. I can easILY flip the IR out of the way to focus then flip is down to shoot. No light leaking

GARY S.

2021-02-15T09:06:03

Rated 5 out of 5

Makes Using Polarizers Easier

Great quality. Mades using a circular polarizer much easier to adjust by using the hinge and opposite magnetic closure to rotate the polarizer.

Richard B.

2021-01-25T14:20:38

Rated 5 out of 5

A nice filter holder!

I was pleasantly surprised at how well this filter holder was built. It arrived in a fancy, round box. Inside, the box contained the filter holder, tools for adjusting, and a rubberized pad for gripping the holder to loosen or tighten once it is on the lens. The price was fantastic too! ($12.95 on a one-day sale)

MARK C.

2020-12-25T08:33:24

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent product.

High quality flip up filter holder that can be used with a filter or like I am doing- with a screw on lens cap in order to have a flip up lens cover.

Howard L.

2020-08-07T18:21:17

Rated 5 out of 5

I LOVE ALTER!

Amazing! Just what I needed. The material and overall build quality are impeccable! I highly recommend it for photo/video work! My only regret is not having purchased it sooner!

Emilene P.

2020-07-27T12:22:44

Rated 5 out of 5

The RFS is INCREDIBLE!

I am seriously in love with the Alter RFS! I do a lot of run and gun work and it is so nice to be able to quickly put my ND filter up and out of the way. I use a Ronin S and it doesn't effect the balance of the rig at all. Definitely recommend.

JOSHUA M.

2020-03-17T16:05:19

Rated 5 out of 5

The RFS lives on my lens!

Total GAME CHANGER for my photo/video work!!

Jerry S.

2020-03-07T19:23:41

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent

Amazing product. Exactly what I needed. Fits perfectly

Pierangelo P.

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Alter Rapid Filter System Specifications

  • Color

    Black

  • lens Diameter

    Thread & Filter: 49mm

  • Compatibility

    Circular lens filters, lens caps & step-up rings

  • Hinge

    Orientation: 300 Degree
    Rotation: 270 Degree

  • Material

    Aluminum Construction

  • UPC Code

    850008305030

About Alter Rapid Filter System

FEATURED REVIEWS

Excellent product.

By Howard L.

High quality flip up filter holder that can be used with a filter or like I am doing- with a screw on lens cap in order to have a flip up lens cover.

The RFS lives on my lens!

By Jerry S.

Total GAME CHANGER for my photo/video work!!

Meet Alter.

The Rapid Filter System is a hinged lens filter adapter designed for all levels of photographers & videographers.

Meet Alter.

Get the Solution. Get the Shot.

Engage & disengage your lens filters in a fraction of a second and keep up with ever-changing light conditions.

Get the Solution. Get the Shot.

High Quality, Easy Installation.

Keep your filter accessible at all times via the revolutionary hinged design and enjoy the fastest way to engage and disengage your lens filters. Both the RFS & RFS+ are precision machined from aerospace aluminum and include a built-in light shield, preventing light leak.

High Quality, Easy Installation.

Features & Specs.

  • Zero light leak with integrated light shield.
  • 360 degree hinge orientation.
  • Compatible with circular lens filters, lens caps & step-up rings.
  • 270 degree hinge rotation.
  • Durable aluminum construction.
  • Secured via universal threads.
Features & Specs.

Warranty Information

This product has a limited lifetime warranty.

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Key Features

  • Achieve stunning effects using this 49mm filter holder with your favorite lens filters.
  • Quickly swap filters with the rapid filter system; no more tedious threading!
  • Durable aluminum construction ensures your filter holder stands up to field use.
  • Enjoy broad compatibility with circular lens filters, caps, and step-up rings.
  • The 300-degree hinge rotation offers flexible filter adjustments on the go.
  • Mounting ring and wrenches included for easy setup of your new filter system.

What's in the box:

  • Lens Mounting Ring
  • Rubber Wrench
  • Allen Wrench
  • Hinge Tension Wrench
  • Alter Lifetime Limited Warranty