Description

Introducing the SmallRig 5011 Matte Box Kit With CPL & VND Filters

General and essential features

The SmallRig 5011 Matte Box Kit with CPL & VND Filters is a professional matte box designed for mirrorless cameras and cinema lenses. Its innovative system incorporates dual CPL & VND (Circular Polarizer and Variable ND Filter) functionality, allowing for effective control of reflections, color saturation, and light exposure. Thanks to its modular design, it assembles in just two steps for seamless use in the field.

Equipped with a magnetic quick-release system, the SmallRig 5011 ensures fast and reliable filter attachment while maintaining excellent stability during handling. Hard stop and light transmission limit eliminates the cross-shaped distortion often seen on standard VND filters, ensuring consistent image quality across the entire attenuation range.

Thanks to its optimized design, this matte box supports shooting from a focal length of 16mm without vignetting. It is therefore an essential tool for filmmakers and videographers seeking precise light control and maximum compatibility with professional lenses.

Compatibility and design

The SmallRig 5011 comes with four adapter rings (67-95mm, 72-95mm, 77-95mm, 82-95mm) compatible with most DSLR and cinema lenses. Made from a blend ofaluminum alloy, fiberglass-reinforced nylon , and carbon fiber, this matte box combines strength, lightness, and durability. The included CPL and VND filters use multi-coated optical glass for optimal light transmission and exceptional color fidelity.

Practical examples of using the SmallRig 5011

On a daytime outdoor shoot, the SmallRig 5011 Matte Box Kit with CPL and VND filters reduces excessive light and maintains a cinematic depth of field without overexposure. Indoors, its CPL filter helps eliminate unwanted reflections on glossy surfaces, while the VND system allows for smooth brightness adjustment without changing the lens aperture. Its magnetic attachment makes filter changes virtually instantaneous, ideal for fast-paced shoots.

Frequently Asked Questions:

1. What filters are included in the SmallRig 5011 kit?

The kit includes a CPL (circular polarizer) filter and a VND (Variable Neutral Density) filter allowing control of brightness from 2 to 5 stops while avoiding unwanted reflections.

2. What is the minimum focal length supported without vignetting?

The matte box is optimized for a minimum focal length of 16mm and above, ensuring images without shadows or vignetting, even on wide-angle lenses.

3. Is the magnetic system secure?

Yes, the magnetic quick release system ensures a solid and stable attachment, preventing any accidental drops of the filter during filming.

4. Is it compatible with 95mm thread lenses?

Yes, the matte box is designed to accommodate lenses up to 95 mm via the included adapter rings, ensuring broad compatibility with professional optics.

5. Can multiple filters be combined simultaneously?

No, the SmallRig 5011 system is specifically designed for an integrated CPL/VND combination. It does not support 4×5.65 sliding filters.

SmallRig 5011 highlights:

• Dual functionality CPL & VNDprecise control of light and reflections.
• Fast magnetic attachmentinstant installation and removal without tools.
• Hard stop & light transmission limit technologyeliminates cross patterns on VND filters.
• Modular designquick two-step assembly for an efficient workflow.
• Wide-angle compatibilityno shadows or vignetting from 16mm focal length.