10 Best Matte Box Reviewed - Updated April 2024

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SmallRig Mini Matte Box Lite, DSLR Matte Box with Carbon Fiber Top Flag, for 67mm/72mm/77mm/82mm/95mm Lenses, for 4x5.65 Filter/Circular Filter - 3575

Lighter and More Compact - Weighing Only 3.8 oz, SmallRig mini matte box 3575 fits small mirrorless or DSLR cameras, such as for Sony A7S III, for Canon R5/R6. The included carbon fiber top flag helps block veiling glare or bright reflections from striking your lens, and it can be folded down to cover the front of the matte box and provide protection to the front of your lens.
Wide Application - The matte box features a 95mm diameter opening, and the included 67, 72, 77, and 82mm threaded adapter rings allow you to use the matte box with lenses of different sizes and diameters. Furthermore, it avoids vignetting in 15 mm focal length shooting thanks to its new design.
Accepts Circular Filter - Its thread adapter ring fits round CPL, ND filters and other round filters of up to Φ92.5mm. Besides, it leaves enough space for quick disassembly and adjustment of the round filter.
Accepts 4 x 5.65" Filter - This matte box enables to directly install one 4 x 5.65" plug-in filters of up to 4 mm in thickness, and two or more filters with additional filter tray(no include). The included filter tray provides all-around protection with multipoint silicone, and prevents scratches and fingerprints while replacing.
Optional Accessories - Filter Tray (4 x 5.65) 3319; Filter Tray (4 x 4") 3320; 4x5.65 ND0.6 Filter 3588; 4x5.65 ND1.2 Filter 3589

SMALLRIG Mini Matte Box Pro for Mirrorless DSLR Cameras, Come with 4 x 5.65 Filter Trays and 67mm/72mm/77mm/82mm-95mm Adapter Ring - 3680

【Adjustable Carbon Fiber Flags】SmallRig Mini Matte Box Pro 3680 is designed for mirrorless cameras to prevent sunlight or other light from causing glare and flare and to control images on the screen. The top flag opens 180° and its side wings extend 40° for additional light blocking; The side flag is attached to either the matte box or the filter tray via slots and opens 180° to block stray light. Note: The top flag cannot be closed shut when more than 2 filter trays are installed
【Modular Design and Easy Installation】This mini matte box is designed with quick release modular and easy installation. It features one knob on top to fix the top flag in place, and one knob on the upper right corner to tighten the camera lens. It also comes with a storage bag for quick storage of the matte box and filter trays
【Wide Compatibility】This mattebox is suitable for various adapter rings (Φ52-95mm, Φ55-95mm, Φ58-95mm, Φ62-95mm, 58-95mm, Φ62-95mm, Φ86-95mm, NOT included in package) and (Φ67-95mm, Φ72-95mm, Φ77-95mm, Φ82-95mm, included in package) as well as Φ95mm lenses. Its adapter rings allow quick release of circular filters (including CPL and ND) of up to Φ92.5mm
【Two 4 x 5.65" Filter Trays Included】 It comes standard with two 4 x 5.65" filter trays, which can be quickly mounted via slots, and supports multiple plug-in filters at the same time
【Related Accessories Recommended】 To secure lens and prevent shaking, SmallRig 15mm LWS Rod Support 2663 is recommended. If you need other filter trays, you could search "SmallRig 3320", "SmallRig 3319"; For ND filters, please go for "SmallRig 3588", "SmallRig 3589"

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NEEWER Mini Matte Box with Two 4"x5.65" Filter Trays, 4 Circular Lens Adapters, Carbon Fiber Top Flag, Compatible with SmallRig Accessory Compatible with K&F NISI TIFFEN NEEWER Cinema Filter, PG002

【Versatile Modular Matte Box】 NEEWER PG002 Matte Box is universally compatible with Sony A7R IV A7R V A7S III Canon R6 II R6 R5 and other DSLR and mirrorless cameras. It avoids lens flare and glare and helps improve exposure control by blocking excessive light sources
【For 5 Sizes of Circular Lenses】 The built in ø95mm standard ring allows direct use of ø92.5mm round filters (Note: Not for ø95mm filters). Four lens ring adapters (95-67mm/95-72mm/95-77mm/95-82mm) let you connect CPL, ND, GND, UV, and other effects filters of different diameters. No dark corners when shooting at a 15mm focal length. The spring loaded buckle enables secure installation and quick lens ring adapter removal
【2 Stackable Filter Trays】 2 filter trays can hold NEEWER ND0.3/0.6/0.9/1.2/1.5/2.1 Cinema Neutral Density Filter UV Filter Black Diffusion 1/4 Filter, etc, also compatible with K&F compatible with NISI compatible with TIFFEN 4"x5.65" square rectangular filters (not included). Stack the filter trays by sliding them into the bottom slots. Push the quick release buttons to remove them. Filters can be secured by the filter tray screw knobs and protected by rubber pads
【180° Tilt Flag with "Plain" Carbon Fiber Weave】 Tilt the top flag 180° to block excessive light and prevent lens flare. Fold down the flag to cover the front filter and protect the lens. The top flag lock firmly secures the flag in place. And the thumb screw allows you to adjust the flag back and forth to accommodate 1 or 2 filter trays for perfect light blockage
【Compact & Lightweight】 Measuring 7.4"x5.4"x2.3"/189x137x58mm and weighing 10.4oz/295g, the carbon fiber top flag and PC + ABS matte box are durable and portable for outdoor shooting. The base has a 1/4" thread with locating holes for mounting 15mm LWS Rod Support for Matte Box (CA028)

[FILTER SLOTS] - Two filter options available. The front provides a slot for any standard 4”×5.65” filter as well as screw-on filters via the threading that match each adapter ring.
[EXTREMELY COMPATIBLE] - Includes a 15mm rod adapter that attaches to the bottom of the matte box. 1/4″-20 and 3/8″-16 screw holes and cold shoe mounts provide several mounting points.
[COMPACT & LIGHTWEIGHT] - Design Makes this Perfect for Gimbals, DSLRS, and Mirrorless Cameras. The Mini Matte Box weighs only 140g (4.9oz)
[TOP FLAG & DUAL COLD SHOE MOUNT] Helps eliminate flares and is easily adjusted providing added protection for your lens and helping to prevent light flares. Dual Cold Shoe Mounts for mounting microphone, additional light, etc.
[WHAT’S INCLUDED] - The kit includes the Mini Matte Box, top french flag, 15mm single rod support attachment, and four lens adapter rings (82mm, 77mm, 67mm, and 72mm).

NEEWER Mini Matte Box with a 4"x5.65" Filter Tray, Carbon Fiber Flag, 4 Circular Lens Ring Adapters (67/72/77/82mm), Compatible with SmallRig Compatible with K&F Compatible with TIFFEN Filter, PG002

【Versatile Modular Matte Box】 NEEWER PG002 Matte Box is perfect for compact mirrorless cameras and DSLR cameras, compatible with Sony A7R IV A7R V A7S III Canon R6 II R6 R5. It can avoid glare and lens flare and improve exposure control by blocking excessive sunlight and other light sources
【Fits 5 Sizes of Circular Lenses】 A built in ø95mm standard ring allows direct use of ø92.5mm round filters, or can be used with four lens ring adapters to connect CPL, ND, GND, UV or effects filters in diameters of ø67, ø72, ø77 and ø82mm. No dark corners when shooting at a 15mm focal length. The spring loaded buckle enables secure installation and quick lens ring adapter removal
【4" x 5.65" Standard Filter Tray】 The included one filter tray fits 4"x5.65" rectangular filters (not included). Filters (sold separately) can be secured by the filter tray screw knobs and protected by rubber pads. Compatible with K&F Compatible with NISI Compatible withTIFFEN Compatible with Tilta Compatible with SmallRig square filters for filming
【180° Adjustable Top Flag】 Tilt the top flag at 180° to block excessive light and prevent lens flare. Fold down the flag to cover the front filter and protect the lens. The top flag lock firmly secures the flag in place, and the thumb screw allows you to adjust the flag back and forth to fasten the filter tray for perfect light blockage
【Compact & Lightweight】 Measuring 7.4"x5.4"x1.4" (189x137x49mm) and weighing 9.3oz (265g), the carbon fiber top flag and PC + ABS matte box are durable and portable for outdoor shooting. The base has a 1/4" thread with locating holes for accessory mounting

[CLAMP ON] - Featuring a new standard 95mm clamp on backing that can be mounted directly onto classic cinema lenses such as ARRI Ultra Primes, Leica Summicron-C, etc., as well as adaptable to more accessible DSLR and Mirrorless Lenses, to support all video creators.
[MODULAR DESIGN] - Supports Lightweight Configurations, Perfect for Gimbals and Drones. Inherited from the film industry, the cartridge filter design replaces the conventional screw-on filter system and can be quickly installed with a single press.
[CIRCULAR & 4x5.6 FILTERS] - Our new circular filter design is more cost efficient due to its lighter weight and smaller size, weighing only 1/4th of a traditional 4×5.65 filter.
[NEXT GEN EXPERIENCE] - The Tilta Mirage Matte Box offers a next generation shooting experience, whether you are a single operator or a professional production crew, the Mirage is the perfect tool for modern video production.

Foto4easy Carbon Fiber Matte Box,JTZ DP30 4x5.65 Swing-Away Matte Box with 15mm/19mm Rod Rail Rig for Sony FS5 FS7 ARRI RED Canon C100 C200 C300 Blackmagic BMPCC BMCC Pocket Cinema Panasonic Camera

Universal design for all DSLR cameras, video cameras, interchangeable-Lens cameras & Industry standard 15mm rod system and 19mm rod system. Support maximum of 14mm ultra-wide-angle lenses or large lenses up to 114mm in diameter.
Durable Construction,Carbon Fiber matte box body and Aluminum alloy filter trays,in the case of ensuring the overall strength and minimize the weight.
The matte box provides the user full lighting control and prevents glare and lens flare with its foldable french flags and adjustable side wings.
For changing lenses quickly, the unit features a swing away mechanism at a 90 degrees and one key to unlock, automatic closure and allow height adjustable.
It also provides a means of using filters and one of the 360 degrees rotating filter trays and much more.

SMALLRIG Lightweight Matte Box for Mirrorless DSLR Cameras Compatible with 67mm/ 72mm/77mm/82mm/114mm Lens - 2660

【CARBON FIBER BOX & TOP FLAG】SmallRig Lightweight Matte Box 2660 is designed to block the sun or other light source in order to prevent glare and lens flare, with interchangeable mounting systems that suits cinema or DSLR lenses. The included carbon fiber top flag helps block veiling glare or bright reflections from striking your lens, and it can be folded down to cover the front of the matte box and provide protection to the front of your lens.
【WIDE COMPATIBILITY】The matte box comes with a 114mm clamp that allows you to mount it directly onto 114mm cine lens, and the included 67 to 114mm, 72 to 114mm, 77 to 114mm, 82 to 114mm threaded adapter rings allow you to use the matte box with lenses of different diameters.
【SUPPORTS TWO 4 X 4" OR 4 X 5.65" FILTERS】It accepts two 4 x 4 or 4 x 5.65" filters without the use of filter trays and includes four adapter rings to attach the matte box to the lens. The filters can be easily pushed out from the side without leaving fingerprints on the filters by unscrewing the top thumbscrew.
【FOUR 1/4"-20 ACCESSORY THREADS】Weights Only 238g without the top flag, SmallRig 2660 suits small mirrorless or DSLR cameras and is made from durable but lightweight carbon fiber material. There are four 1/4"-20 threads on top of the matte box that allow you to mount additional accessories.
【RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS】Separately available 95-114mm Adapter Ring SmallRig 2661 can be used for cine-style lenses, and Clamp-On Lens Adapter Ring Kit SmallRig 3408 is compatible with 80mm/85mm/95mm/110mm lens. Optional 15mm LWS rod clamp SmallRig 3411, together with 15mm LWS rods and 114mm silicone donut SmallRig 3409 supports 58-114mm lens. ND filters, please go for Lens Adapter Ring Set SmallRig 3410. For Side & Top Flag, please go for SmallRig 3597

SMALLRIG Mini Matte Box for Mirrorless DSLR Cameras Compatible with 67mm/72mm/77mm/82mm/95mm Lenses - 3196

【CARBON FIBER BOX & TOP FLAG】SmallRig Mini Matte Box 3196 is designed for DSLR and mirrorless cameras to prevent sunlight or other light from causing glare and flare and to control the image on the screen. The adjustable carbon-fiber top flag blocks sunlight or strong light and also prevents internal reflections with its anti-reflective design. Moreover, it avoids vignetting in 15mm focal length shooting. (If you need a top & side flag, pls search "SmallRig 3597")
【WIDE COMPATIBILITY】SmallRig 3196 fits various standard lenses such as 4 x 5.65" and round filters. Its clamp connector works with different adapter rings (optional model 3383 : Φ52-95mm; Φ55-95mm; Φ58-95mm; Φ62-95mm; Φ86-95mm, standard rings: Φ67-95mm; Φ72-95mm; Φ77-95mm; Φ82-95mm;) or attached directly to Φ95mm lens; its adapter ring fits round CPL, ND filter and other round filters of up to Φ92.5mm. Besides, it leaves enough space for quick disassembly and adjustment of the round filter.
【MULTIPLE INSTALLATION 】The filter tray 3319 can be quickly and smoothly mounted onto matte box via a NATO clamp. SmallRig 3196 enables to install round filters and multiple 4 x 5.65" plug-in filters of up to 4mm in thickness at the same time, which meet your multiple filter needs. Besides, the filter tray 3319 provides all-around protection of the filter with multi-point silicone. It is easy to store and prevents scratches and fingerprints while replacing plug-in filters.
【1/4"-20 THREADED HOLES】SmallRig Mini Matte box 3196 features 4 1/4"-20 threaded holes on the top. It allows attaching other SmallRig accessories such as Magic Arms 2065, etc. Furthermore, its anti-twist 1/4"-20 threaded holes on the bottom suits 15mm LWX Rod Support 2663, achieving a better shooting.
【PORTABLE & COMPACT】The Mini Matte Box 3196 is made from durable but super lightweight carbon fiber material. Portable and compact, with only 125g(without adapter rings). It meets users' common shooting needs and easy for carrying outside.

Fotga Mini Lightweight 4x4 4x5.65 Clamp-on Lens Matte Box for DSLR Mirrorless Camera A7 A7R A7S II III IV Z6 Z7 II R3 R5C GH6 BMPCC 4K 6K,Fits 52mm/55mm/58mm/62mm/67mm/72mm/77mm/82mm Lens & Filter

Specially designed for DSLR and mirrorless camera,lightweight,durable and easy to install and storage.
You can clip it on the front of your lens through the adapter ring in the package.Included adapter rings are 67mm/72mm/77mm/82mm.You can also purchase 52mm/55mm/58mm/62mm adapter ring separately.
Comaptible with 4x4"/4x5.65"/100mmx100mm lens filter.Also supports working with circular lens filter 52mm/55mm/58mm/62mm/67mm/72mm/77mm/82mm,67mm/72mm/77mm/82mm are included in the package,others can be purchased separately.
Multiple connectors on the top for different accessories: two 1/4"-20 holes,one 3/8"-16 screw holes,two cold shoe.
Made of high quality and durable material with carbon fiber top flag,protect the matte box from crack ,scratch during accident falling-off.Lightweight and durable,net weight is 135g.

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