Beseler 45M Filter Drawer for Multigrade Filters?

[kinderhookphotog]

My Beseler 45M has a sliding filter drawer right above the lens. This holds a filter of approximately 2.5 x 2.5 inches.

Can I use this for multigrade filters? Is there any optical issue with having a filter directly above the lends (as opposed to below the condenser as in some other models?)

Thanks! August

 

[Hilo]

Isn't "directly above the lens" the same as "below the condenser"?

 

[Jim Noel]

No, it is between the negative and the lens. If you are using gels you should have no problem

 

[choiliefan]

The drawer lies between the negative carrier and the lens. I've never had a problem using filters in this drawer.