Richard CanonNews / Thursday, February 22, 2018 / Categories: Canon Patents Canon applies for a patent for an improved electronic variable ND filter This patent application is looking at improving the light wavelight response of the ND filter as you increase the ND value. It is preferred that the ND amount remain consistent throughout the visible light wavelength as this prevents whitebalance shifting, and color casting. This patent deals with different chemical compounds that react to electricity to provide the ND filter. This filter sits just in front of hte image sensor as part of the sensor filter stack (109 or 101 in the image). Previous Article Canon applies for patent for an improved shutter assembly Next Article Preorder the Sigma 14-24 2.8 for Canon EF mount now Print 5092 US Patent Application 2018-0052375 Leave a comment Name: Please enter a name. Email: Please enter an email address. Please enter a valid email address. Comment: Please enter comment. I agree This form collects your name, email, IP address and content so that we can keep track of the comments placed on the website. For more info check our Privacy Policy and Terms Of Use where you will get more info on where, how and why we store your data. You must read and accept this rules. Add comment