Is this true re: Fluorescent Lighting

[Gromit137]

I was mailed this (below) by seller of Bower filter set... true? He is referring to a 'neutral density' ND lens. The item description was for a FL - Fluorescent lens. Thanks. (Can anyone recommend a filter for five PV-GS500 camcorders set under strictly fluorescent lights?)

Thank you for your inquiry. We apologize for any inconvenience. However he above listing is for a non panasonic brand product. Matter of fact this 3 piece filter kit is simply not made by panasonic at all. As for the filters. ND is the same as fluorescent except that it is the upgraded product made to be used with digital cameras and camcorders. It works exactly the same except it is better on skin tones etc. therefore is the same product but the upgraded one that Bower is making for digital cameras and camcorders. You can contact the manufacturer to verify this. If you still would like the fluorescent filters no problem we will send them out immediately however keep in mind that fluorescent filter is used mainly with slr cameras and not with digital cameras and camcorders. ND4 works exactly the same but better for your device. Thank you.

[aedipuss]

probably not. the nd4 is a neutral density light reducer. it's not going to help with correcting fluorescent color shift.

[edDV]

Fluorescent usually lacks red and causes a green or blue shift depending on tube type unless the fluorescent is designed for TV color temp (expensive). ND filters are color neutral (hence "Neutral" density) and are usually used to control contrast in bright sunlight.

Usual strategy for office fluorescents is to turn them off, or overpower them with TV lights.

[Cornucopia]

You're being shammed, or this guy (and the company) doesn't know what they're talking about, or BOTH!
ND filters look light/med/dark grey. FL looks pinkish. I have both. They have different uses, and can even be applied in tandem (although I agree w/ edDV in that you should avoid Flourescents like the plague).

Get the correct thing or get your money back.

Scott