How do you fit this onto a camera lens?

So, what you want to do is get yourself a step-up ring - the largest you can find. Say you're using a lens with a 77mm filter size. Get a step-up ring that is at least 77mm- 85mm. Cut a circular piece of the filter sheet to fit the larger part of the step-up ring, in the case of the example, 85 mm (doesn't have to be exact!). Put a few drops of super glue on the "shelf" of the step-up ring, and glue the cutout onto the shelf, being very careful to not touch the film with your fingers (this stuff is a grease magnet! I use cotton gloves whenever I want to handle it.) Now, you can screw the filter you just created onto your lens just like any other filter!

You have 2 pics as an example, orange looking sun and a red looking sun. Which one is it when viewing?

It can actually be either, depending on sky conditions, time of day, etc. Even by eye, sun may appear deep orange at dawn or dusk, but almost white at midday. Hope that helps.

Can the sheets be cut into smaller dimensions?

Yes the sheet is rather thin and can be cut with normal scissors. I mounted mine to a PVC pipe between two pieces of thin glass and the filter can be placed on the end of the telescope.

Are these filters really from Thousand oaks Optical? Anybody able to verify?

Hi Saeed, I understand your concern. We are distributors of Thousand Oaks Optical, and are based in Israel.If you would like, you can email the company and they'll assure that.Best Regards,Elad Customer ServiceIzgut LTD.

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8"x8" Solar Filter Sheet for Telescopes, Binoculars and Cameras

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Brand
Thousand Oaks
Coating Description
No Coating
EU Spare Part Availability Duration
5 Years
Material
polymer
Photo Filter Effect Type
Ultraviolet
Photo Filter Thread Size
20 Centimeters

🌞Natural orange sun color

🔧Custom DIY filter creation

🛡️5-year durability guarantee

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Description

🌞 See the Sun Like Never Before — Safely, Sharply, Stylishly!

TRUSTED LEGACY - Crafted by Thousand Oaks Optical, pioneers with 30+ years of solar filter expertise.
DIY CUSTOMIZATION - Cut and fit your own filter for any telescope, binocular, or camera—save big, observe better.
VIVID NATURAL VIEW - Experience the sun in its true orange hue, enhancing every solar observation moment.
LIGHTWEIGHT PORTABLE - At just 0.1 lbs and 8x8 inches, it’s the perfect companion for on-the-go astronomy pros.
UNMATCHED SOLAR SAFETY - Black polymer blocks harmful rays while revealing sunspots with crystal clarity.

This 8"x8" black polymer solar filter sheet by Thousand Oaks Optical offers a durable, 5-year guaranteed solution for safe solar viewing. Compatible with telescopes, binoculars, and cameras, it delivers a natural orange sun image while enabling DIY custom filter creation. Trusted by astronomers worldwide, it combines professional-grade safety with cost-effective versatility.

Specifications

ASIN	B00DS7S52W
Best Sellers Rank	#12 in Telescope Filters
Brand	Thousand Oaks Optical
Coating Description	No Coating
Color	black
Compatible Devices	Telescopes, Binoculars, Cameras
Customer Reviews	4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (949)
EU Spare Part Availability Duration	5 Years
Enclosure Material	polymer
Item Dimensions L x W	8"L x 8"W
Item Weight	0.1 Pounds
Manufacturer	Thousand Oaks Optical
Manufacturer Part Number	BP-8
Media Type	ProductImage
Model Name	BP-8
Model Number	7290015061025
Screen Size	8 Inches
Set Name	8' - ultra light
Special Effect	Ultraviolet
Thread Size	20 Centimeters
UPC	751738882634
Water Resistance Level	Not Water Resistant

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