Pro tip: before you buy, check the Air 3 shutter/ISO + ND cheat sheets people post on the DJI Forum and the “ND calculator” tools (tons online) — it’ll tell you real quick if ND64 is enough or if you’ll live in ND128/256 on bright water. Safety-first angle: go with a brand that’s known for consistent coatings + snug fit so you dont get vignetting/flare or a filter that loosens mid-flight… I’ve had that happen once and it’s sketchy. If you want a solid alternative set, K&F Concept DJI Air 3 ND Filter Set ND8 ND16 ND32 ND64 is decent, and for water add K&F Concept DJI Air 3 CPL Filter when glare is the issue. cheers

Ok so for ur use (daytime landscapes + bright sun + water), I’d keep it budget-friendly and just grab a solid **ND set + a separate CPL**, instead of paying extra for combo filters you might not always want. I’ve had good luck with Freewell DJI Air 3 ND Filter Set (ND8/ND16/ND32/ND64), and if you’re shooting midday over water a lot, add Freewell DJI Air 3 ND Filter (ND128) or even Freewell DJI Air 3 ND Filter (ND256) so you can actually hold 1/120 at 60fps without nuking the highlights.

One tip that saved me: don’t over-polarize. A CPL can make water look AMAZING, but it can also make the sky go patchy/uneven on wide shots, so I usually dial it in gently and do a quick yaw-check before recording. Also, be careful stacking too much glass if it’s windy… Air 3’s gimbal is good, but I wouldnt push it with cheap, heavy filters. good luck!

Hmm, I’ve had a different experience… ND8/16/32/64 is fine, but for bright sun + water you’ll REALLY want higher ND and a CPL. I’d do:
- PolarPro DJI Air 3 Vivid Collection (ND8/PL, ND16/PL, ND32/PL, ND64/PL) (cuts glare off water)
- Add PolarPro DJI Air 3 Shutter Collection (ND128, ND256) for noon days
Unfortunately cheap NDs I tried had weird color shifts. What FPS are you shooting (24/30/60)?

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> I just picked up a DJI Air 3… not sure which ND set is actually worth it… mostly daytime landscapes and some water scenes, usually in bright sun.

For your situation, I’d suggest grabbing a set that covers **ND8/ND16/ND32/ND64** at minimum. That combo has basically kept me happy for “bright sun + water glare” stuff while still letting me stick close to 180° shutter (like 1/60 for 30fps, 1/120 for 60fps). I’m still kinda new, but I’ve been satisfied with the results so far.

**Option A: Freewell ND Filters Set for DJI Air 3 (ND8/ND16/ND32/ND64)**
- Pros: solid sharpness, coatings seem to handle flare decently over water, fit feels precise
- Cons: price is usually a bit higher

**Option B: DJI ND Filters Set for DJI Air 3 (ND8/ND16/ND32/ND64)**
- Pros: “official” fit, zero fuss, no complaints on color shifts in my clips
- Cons: a little less value if you want more strengths later

**Option C: K&F Concept ND Filter Set for DJI Air 3 (ND8/ND16/ND32/ND64)**
- Pros: cheaper, totally usable for learning and casual cinematic moves
- Cons: i *think* you can see slightly more flare/ghosting in harsh sun angles

Real talk: for bright mid-day landscapes, I end up on **ND32/ND64** a LOT. If you shoot near sunset, ND8/ND16 are your friends. What fps do you usually shoot? 30 or 60 changes which ND you’ll live on, honestly