I'm getting serious about aerial photography with my Mini 3 Pro and want to invest in some ND filters. There seem to be so many options - DJI official ones, PolarPro, cheaper third-party brands.

What's the best value set for someone just starting with filters? I mainly shoot during golden hour and bright midday sun. Should I go with the DJI ND16/64/256 set or are there better alternatives?

With ND16/64/256 filters, you can adjust to shifting lighting conditions and be constantly prepared for the ideal shot. You may have even more control over your filmmaking with the DJI Mini 3 Pro ND Filters Set. The official DJI set is expensive but guaranteed to fit perfectly without affecting gimbal balance.

I'd actually recommend starting with Polar Pro ND filters for the Mini 3 Pro if the DJI ND Filters go up too high for your liking. Each Polar Pro filter is custom-engineered for the Mini 3 Pro and uses the CinemaSeries Glass - better quality glass at a similar price point.

Honestly, for someone just starting out, grab a cheaper variable ND filter first to learn the basics. Once you understand how different strengths affect your shots, then invest in a quality fixed set. No point spending $100+ on filters if you're not sure what you need yet.