🌞Creating a solar filter involves using a lens hood, solar film, cardboard, and double-sided tape.
✂️Measure the inside diameter of your lens hood and cut out two cardboard rings to fit inside.
🎥Cover one face of each cardboard ring with double-sided tape.
🎨Optional: Color one ring black for a nicer look.
🔍Place the solar film between the two rings, making sure not to stretch it.
What materials do I need to make a solar filter?
—You will need a lens hood, solar film, cardboard, double-sided tape, scissors or a cutting knife, a ruler, and optional colored cellophane, black felt tip pen, and sandpaper.
Can I use any size lens hood?
—You need to measure the inside diameter of your lens hood to ensure a snug fit for the solar filter.
Can I use the solar filter without a lens hood?
—The solar filter in this tutorial is specifically made for a lens hood, but you can try different techniques if your camera doesn't have one.
Do I need to stretch the solar film?
—No, the solar film doesn't need to be stretched. It can be quite wrinkly and still work fine.
How do I remove the solar filter from my lens?
—Remove the lens and gently push on the ring from the back to release the filter.
00:00In this video, LSP99 shows how to make a solar filter for your camera lens.
01:33Measure the inside diameter of your lens hood, cut out two cardboard rings, and cover one face of each with double-sided tape.
03:34Place the solar film between the two rings, ensuring it's not stretched.
04:04Optional: Color one ring black for a nicer look.
05:20To remove the solar filter, take off the lens and gently push on the ring from the back.
