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Hi guys, I hope you can help.
I have the Irix 15mm and all is well, but!
When using the correct Irix filter adaptor and using 100mm square filters, there is a small gap above and below the filter as the lens optics are slightly larger than the filter. This means that when using a 100mm x 100mm ND1000, I get light leaks and a halo on the image.
So I contacted Irix who in their defense emailed me back within minutes saying I needed 2 items to fix the issue:
The foam gaskets were out of stock, but the square filter protector set IFHP-100-PS1 that are the actual bits that make the filter 'bigger' and block the light getting in were in stock so I went ahead to order them.
The postage originally was €3 and the parts were €7 but when I said I was in the UK, the postage shot up to €50!
I did email back and question the postage cost and was told that it was the cheapest postage they do to the UK but not to worry as if I bought more then the postage wouldn't change!
I've started looking for alternatives as there isn't a UK stockist for this item but all alternatives protect the complete perimeter of the filter which is no good as I just need 2 side protection 'light blocking' sides so the filter still fits into the holder.
Any help or tips would be gratefully appreciated.
I have the Irix 15mm and all is well, but!
When using the correct Irix filter adaptor and using 100mm square filters, there is a small gap above and below the filter as the lens optics are slightly larger than the filter. This means that when using a 100mm x 100mm ND1000, I get light leaks and a halo on the image.
So I contacted Irix who in their defense emailed me back within minutes saying I needed 2 items to fix the issue:
Irix Edge 100mm Filter Foam Gasket IFHG-100 | Official Irix brand store
Irix Edge 100x100mm Foam is dedicated for full ND filters with 100x100mm diameter. It seals the filter-holder connection, which is particularly important for long exposure photography.
store.irixlens.com
Irix Edge Square Filter Protector Set IFHP-100-PS1 | Official Irix brand store
Filter Protector Set is designed for protecting the filter from any accidental impacts or damage.
store.irixlens.com
The foam gaskets were out of stock, but the square filter protector set IFHP-100-PS1 that are the actual bits that make the filter 'bigger' and block the light getting in were in stock so I went ahead to order them.
The postage originally was €3 and the parts were €7 but when I said I was in the UK, the postage shot up to €50!
I did email back and question the postage cost and was told that it was the cheapest postage they do to the UK but not to worry as if I bought more then the postage wouldn't change!
I've started looking for alternatives as there isn't a UK stockist for this item but all alternatives protect the complete perimeter of the filter which is no good as I just need 2 side protection 'light blocking' sides so the filter still fits into the holder.
Any help or tips would be gratefully appreciated.