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Re: Solar eclipse

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On 05/06/2026 21:26, Carlos E.R. wrote:
> Hi,
> 
> This summer there is going to be a total Sun eclipse in Spain, almost at
> sunset. In preparation, I bought a solar filter for one of my cameras,
> an MRC ND100000 Nano-X series filter from K&F Concept. 16.6 stops.
> 
> <https://www.amazon.es/-/en/Concept-ND100000-Densidad-Revestimiento-Fotograf%C3%ADa/dp/B0CPXK8WW2/>
> 
> It is so dark that taking a photo at noon of the Sun is difficult. I
> wonder if it will be too dark during totality (and near sunset). Should
> I buy a lighter one, too?
> 
> <https://www.amazon.es/-/en/Concept-Filtros-Variable-ND2-2000-fotograf%C3%ADas/dp/B0CHYH7JQ3/>
> 
> K&F CONCEPT Nano-Klear 52mm ND2-2000 (1-11 Stops)
> 


 From what you say, the fixed 16.6 stops is too much.

The variable filter is likely crossed polarising filters, so be very careful not 
to accidentally change the stop to let in too much light.

Some years ago I photographed an eclipse from Munich when it was near midday.  I 
was using an older digital camera so I just made a simple cap for the lens with 
material sold for viewing eye glasses.  It worked, but I wasn't concern about 
keeping the (old) camera safe!  This was a wider-angle view, not a frame-filling 
telephoto lens, though.

Good luck!
-- 
David
Web: https://www.satsignal.eu

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    Re: Solar eclipse "Carlos E.R." <robin_listas@es.invalid> - 2026-06-06 14:13 +0200
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