Singh-Ray 4x6" Graduated Neutral Density (2-stop) Optical Resin Filter
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Product Highlights
- Soft Edge
- Fits Cokin Z-Pro and Lee Holders
- Designed by Galen Rowell
- Completely Neutral in Color
- High-Quality Construction
The Singh-Ray 4x6" Graduated Neutral Density (2-stop) Optical Resin Filter enables the shooter to adjust exposure without affecting color balance. Neutral density filters are available in 1, 2 or 3 stops to suit individual situations.
Often it is necessary or desirable to balance the light intensity in one part of a scene with another. This is especially true in situations where you don't have total light control, as in bright contrasty landscapes. Exposing for the foreground will produce a washed-out, over-exposed sky while exposing for the sky will leave the foreground dark and under-exposed. This filter enables cloud detail to be kept correctly exposed in the picture.
Determining which graduated neutral density filter yields ideal results for any given lighting situation takes knowledge, experience and a collection of such filters. Choose the filter strength which adjusts the lighting to stay within the exposure latitude (greatest difference between bright/dark values) which still shows details in both of the digital or film medium in use.
Speaking generally, the 2-stop value (ND 0.6 - the filter's clear portion allows 4x more light to pass vs. darkest portion) effectively compensates average bright sky-to-foreground situations, and the soft transition is applicable more often to a scene than the hard transition
The Soft or Hard label indicates the degree of color graduation. The hard-step models are preferred for scenes where sky and foreground areas are distinctly separated, usually at the horizon. The soft-step models are suited for scenes with no distinct boundary between light and dark zones.
Note! Fits Cokin Z-Pro and Lee Filter Holders - Holders sold separately
Neutral Density Filters Have Four Main Uses
- To enable slow shutter speeds to be used, especially with high speed films, to record movement in subjects such as waterfalls, clouds, or cars
- To decrease depth of field by allowing wider apertures to be used, which helps separate subjects from their background
- To decrease the effective ISO of high speed film (above ISO 400) and allow it to be used outdoors in bright situations
- To allow cine and video cameras (which have fixed shutter speeds) to film subjects such as snow, sand or other bright scenes which could cause overexposure
Neutral Density Factors
- ND.3 (exposure adjustment = 1 stop, reduces ISO 1/2)
- ND.6 (exposure adjustment = 2 stops, reduces ISO 1/4)
- ND.9 (exposure adjustment = 3 stops, reduces ISO 1/8)
- ND1.2 (exposure adjustment = 4 stops, reduces ISO 1/16)
| Type | Graduated Neutral Density |
| Size | 4x6" (100 x 150 x 2mm thick) (Soft Edge) |
| Grade | 2-stop |
| Filter Factor | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Multi-Coated | Not Applicable |
| Rotating | Not Applicable |
| Effect | Balanced light intensity from one part of a scene to another |
| Application | Nature, Travel, Outdoor photography; To maintain light control, as in bright contrasty landscapes; i.e. bright sky, dark foreground |
| Color Temperature | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Construction | Optical Resin |
| Front Filter Thread Size | Not Applicable |
| Front Lens Cap Size | Not Applicable |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 18 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (12)
- Clear optics (8)
- Strong construction (7)
- Improves performance (4)
- Professional quality (4)
Cons
Best Uses
- Image manipulation (4)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Photo enthusiast (7), Enthusiast (3), Pro photographer (3), Semi-pro photographer (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (14)
REVIEWS
Reviewed by 18 customers
Sort by
Displaying reviews 1-18
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Color Correction
Comments about Singh-Ray 4x6" Graduated Neutral Density (2-stop) Optical Resin Filter:
Large enough to use with every lens. Like the graduated edge as it helps with blending. The 2-stop filter is a good compromise between too light and too dark.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Singh-Ray 4x6" Graduated Neutral Density (2-stop) Optical Resin Filter:
Nice filter!!! Works very well for landscape/cloud pictures. Comes with soft sided case. Looking foreword to getting more use out of it on an upcoming trip to New Zealand!!! If you take landscape pictures you have to own one!!!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Singh-Ray 4x6" Graduated Neutral Density (2-stop) Optical Resin Filter:
Use it for landscapes. I haven't used it may times but, resin is of good optical quality.
What I didn't like was that B&H sent me these filters in a bubble wrap envelope and I saw that this filter was slightly bent. I don't know if it is because of the packaging or not, but I hope that B&H ships filters and such in a box instead of an envelope and these envelopes can be easily bent.
Having said that, the bend is not affecting my use case, so I didn't bother return it.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Singh-Ray 4x6" Graduated Neutral Density (2-stop) Optical Resin Filter:
It's a little expensive, but I wanted the best, and it just is!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Singh-Ray 4x6" Graduated Neutral Density (2-stop) Optical Resin Filter:
It does just what its supposed to. Perfect.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Improves Picture Quality
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Singh-Ray 4x6" Graduated Neutral Density (2-stop) Optical Resin Filter:
It's a "must have" filter for landscape.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Improves Picture Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Close Up Filming
- Panoramic Filming
- Shooting Indoors
- Shooting Outdoors
Comments about Singh-Ray 4x6" Graduated Neutral Density (2-stop) Optical Resin Filter:
I love this thing. I have several Lee 1-stop filters and due to unavailability of stock, I was forced to go with the more expensive Singh-Ray route for the 2 stop filter. Despite the higher price, I am ecstatic about this filter. Gorgeous with no flaws right out of the case, unlike the Lee filters. Nice convenient pouch included so the filter doesn't get scratched or dirty. Seeing the difference in quality and how it translated to the camera, I doubt I could go back to buying Lee brand filters. This is worth every cent I paid for it.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- landscape photography
Comments about Singh-Ray 4x6" Graduated Neutral Density (2-stop) Optical Resin Filter:
I have only used this a couple of times holding it by hand, but already I can see a much nicer exposure balance between my foreground and the sky. First graduated ND filter and so far I have no complaints.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Balancing Exposure
Comments about Singh-Ray 4x6" Graduated Neutral Density (2-stop) Optical Resin Filter:
Singh Ray filters have to be among the best filters out there. Perfect companion for the landscape photographer.
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Singh-Ray 4x6" Graduated Neutral Density (2-stop) Optical Resin Filter:
The soft edge is great for tricky land/sky meetings. Very clear, sturdy, easy to hand-hold. I would recommend getting a filter holder if you plan on lng exposures though.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Professional Quality
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
- Landscape
Comments about Singh-Ray 4x6" Graduated Neutral Density (2-stop) Optical Resin Filter:
If you want to shoot slides or want to tame the highlights in digital, Grad filters are the way to go. Singh-Ray provides the best quality filters that do not create any color cast and are true to their stated f-stop.
The 4x6 size also is very helpful to hand hold the filter w/o the annoying filter-holders
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Improves Performance
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Singh-Ray 4x6" Graduated Neutral Density (2-stop) Optical Resin Filter:
I use this filter for landscape photography. The soft step GND enables one to shoot scenes with uneven horizons. Image colors are accurate with no color cast.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Improves Performance
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Singh-Ray 4x6" Graduated Neutral Density (2-stop) Optical Resin Filter:
The day after I received this filter I was waiting when the sun came up to get some great shots. I wasn't disappointed. It's a very high quality product that makes my life so much easier and I would recommend it to anybody.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Singh-Ray 4x6" Graduated Neutral Density (2-stop) Optical Resin Filter:
When you need to bring out the detail of the land but still have detail in the sky this is the tool.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Highly Compatible
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Singh-Ray 4x6" Graduated Neutral Density (2-stop) Optical Resin Filter:
This is the best one in market. I did try with some other cheap brand by renting them but once I got this I never looked back. It does exactly what t says. Do read the 1 page pamphlet that comes in the pack. That's much more worthy than it seems.
But one thing, this is not that great for APSC sensor as the graduation is too smooth with respect to the cropped sensor. But I got this because I am gearing up towards the full frame. I can't even take half a star off because of my own problem.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Color Correction
Comments about Singh-Ray 4x6" Graduated Neutral Density (2-stop) Optical Resin Filter:
This filter helps to lower the contrast ratio between foreground and background (sky).
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Singh-Ray 4x6" Graduated Neutral Density (2-stop) Optical Resin Filter:
Photography is all about capturing and controlling the light and the singh ray ND filters help me to do just that.
I use this filter to even the exposure range of an image to within the ability of the camera sensor. This allows me to capture an image of a scence where the sky and foreground elements are both properly exposed. If you are tired of taking pictures and having the sky being blown out or the foreground underexposed than this is what you have been looking for.
I position the filter so that the darkest graduation is toward the lightest section of the image. This allows the lighter section to be lowered by two exposure stops and thereby bringing the whole scence into proper exposure.
If you are deciding between 1, 2 and 3 stop and soft vs hard here are some recommendations. While of course owning all 6 would be great I have found the 2 stop soft and 3 stop reverse grad to be the most useful. The 2 stop soft is my most used as it gradualing goes from clear to 2 stop and the transition zone remains almost hidden in the image. This is important if you are taking pictures of mountains at sunrise or any area that is not a linear sharp transition such as a sunrise over the ocean. In the event of taking sunrise images over the ocean the 3 stop reverse ND filter works wonderfully. As this filter has its darkest transition in the middle of the filter and transitions to about 1 stop as it goes toward the top of the filter.
Why 4x6 and not Cokin p size. The 4x6 size filters allow me to hand hold the filter and my fingers are not in the image and the 4x6 filters do not cause vignetting on my ultra wide angle lenses like the canon 16-35 L II. The lee filter holder works wonderfully when I have the time to attach the holder and work the composition but during those times when I don't have time as the light is changing I can also quickly grab the filter and holder it in front of the lens as needed.
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Singh-Ray 4x6" Graduated Neutral Density (2-stop) Optical Resin Filter:
It worked well with my Pentax DA 12-24 lens.
Displaying reviews 1-18
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 18 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (12)
- Clear optics (8)
- Strong construction (7)
- Improves performance (4)
- Professional quality (4)
Cons
Best Uses
- Image manipulation (4)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Photo enthusiast (7), Enthusiast (3), Pro photographer (3), Semi-pro photographer (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (14)
REVIEWS
Reviewed by 18 customers
Sort by
Displaying reviews 1-18
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Color Correction
Comments about Singh-Ray 4x6" Graduated Neutral Density (2-stop) Optical Resin Filter:
Large enough to use with every lens. Like the graduated edge as it helps with blending. The 2-stop filter is a good compromise between too light and too dark.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Singh-Ray 4x6" Graduated Neutral Density (2-stop) Optical Resin Filter:
Nice filter!!! Works very well for landscape/cloud pictures. Comes with soft sided case. Looking foreword to getting more use out of it on an upcoming trip to New Zealand!!! If you take landscape pictures you have to own one!!!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Singh-Ray 4x6" Graduated Neutral Density (2-stop) Optical Resin Filter:
Use it for landscapes. I haven't used it may times but, resin is of good optical quality.
What I didn't like was that B&H sent me these filters in a bubble wrap envelope and I saw that this filter was slightly bent. I don't know if it is because of the packaging or not, but I hope that B&H ships filters and such in a box instead of an envelope and these envelopes can be easily bent.
Having said that, the bend is not affecting my use case, so I didn't bother return it.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Singh-Ray 4x6" Graduated Neutral Density (2-stop) Optical Resin Filter:
It's a little expensive, but I wanted the best, and it just is!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Singh-Ray 4x6" Graduated Neutral Density (2-stop) Optical Resin Filter:
It does just what its supposed to. Perfect.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Improves Picture Quality
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Singh-Ray 4x6" Graduated Neutral Density (2-stop) Optical Resin Filter:
It's a "must have" filter for landscape.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Improves Picture Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Close Up Filming
- Panoramic Filming
- Shooting Indoors
- Shooting Outdoors
Comments about Singh-Ray 4x6" Graduated Neutral Density (2-stop) Optical Resin Filter:
I love this thing. I have several Lee 1-stop filters and due to unavailability of stock, I was forced to go with the more expensive Singh-Ray route for the 2 stop filter. Despite the higher price, I am ecstatic about this filter. Gorgeous with no flaws right out of the case, unlike the Lee filters. Nice convenient pouch included so the filter doesn't get scratched or dirty. Seeing the difference in quality and how it translated to the camera, I doubt I could go back to buying Lee brand filters. This is worth every cent I paid for it.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- landscape photography
Comments about Singh-Ray 4x6" Graduated Neutral Density (2-stop) Optical Resin Filter:
I have only used this a couple of times holding it by hand, but already I can see a much nicer exposure balance between my foreground and the sky. First graduated ND filter and so far I have no complaints.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Balancing Exposure
Comments about Singh-Ray 4x6" Graduated Neutral Density (2-stop) Optical Resin Filter:
Singh Ray filters have to be among the best filters out there. Perfect companion for the landscape photographer.
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Singh-Ray 4x6" Graduated Neutral Density (2-stop) Optical Resin Filter:
The soft edge is great for tricky land/sky meetings. Very clear, sturdy, easy to hand-hold. I would recommend getting a filter holder if you plan on lng exposures though.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Professional Quality
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
- Landscape
Comments about Singh-Ray 4x6" Graduated Neutral Density (2-stop) Optical Resin Filter:
If you want to shoot slides or want to tame the highlights in digital, Grad filters are the way to go. Singh-Ray provides the best quality filters that do not create any color cast and are true to their stated f-stop.
The 4x6 size also is very helpful to hand hold the filter w/o the annoying filter-holders
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Improves Performance
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Singh-Ray 4x6" Graduated Neutral Density (2-stop) Optical Resin Filter:
I use this filter for landscape photography. The soft step GND enables one to shoot scenes with uneven horizons. Image colors are accurate with no color cast.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Improves Performance
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Singh-Ray 4x6" Graduated Neutral Density (2-stop) Optical Resin Filter:
The day after I received this filter I was waiting when the sun came up to get some great shots. I wasn't disappointed. It's a very high quality product that makes my life so much easier and I would recommend it to anybody.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Singh-Ray 4x6" Graduated Neutral Density (2-stop) Optical Resin Filter:
When you need to bring out the detail of the land but still have detail in the sky this is the tool.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Highly Compatible
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Singh-Ray 4x6" Graduated Neutral Density (2-stop) Optical Resin Filter:
This is the best one in market. I did try with some other cheap brand by renting them but once I got this I never looked back. It does exactly what t says. Do read the 1 page pamphlet that comes in the pack. That's much more worthy than it seems.
But one thing, this is not that great for APSC sensor as the graduation is too smooth with respect to the cropped sensor. But I got this because I am gearing up towards the full frame. I can't even take half a star off because of my own problem.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Color Correction
Comments about Singh-Ray 4x6" Graduated Neutral Density (2-stop) Optical Resin Filter:
This filter helps to lower the contrast ratio between foreground and background (sky).
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Singh-Ray 4x6" Graduated Neutral Density (2-stop) Optical Resin Filter:
Photography is all about capturing and controlling the light and the singh ray ND filters help me to do just that.
I use this filter to even the exposure range of an image to within the ability of the camera sensor. This allows me to capture an image of a scence where the sky and foreground elements are both properly exposed. If you are tired of taking pictures and having the sky being blown out or the foreground underexposed than this is what you have been looking for.
I position the filter so that the darkest graduation is toward the lightest section of the image. This allows the lighter section to be lowered by two exposure stops and thereby bringing the whole scence into proper exposure.
If you are deciding between 1, 2 and 3 stop and soft vs hard here are some recommendations. While of course owning all 6 would be great I have found the 2 stop soft and 3 stop reverse grad to be the most useful. The 2 stop soft is my most used as it gradualing goes from clear to 2 stop and the transition zone remains almost hidden in the image. This is important if you are taking pictures of mountains at sunrise or any area that is not a linear sharp transition such as a sunrise over the ocean. In the event of taking sunrise images over the ocean the 3 stop reverse ND filter works wonderfully. As this filter has its darkest transition in the middle of the filter and transitions to about 1 stop as it goes toward the top of the filter.
Why 4x6 and not Cokin p size. The 4x6 size filters allow me to hand hold the filter and my fingers are not in the image and the 4x6 filters do not cause vignetting on my ultra wide angle lenses like the canon 16-35 L II. The lee filter holder works wonderfully when I have the time to attach the holder and work the composition but during those times when I don't have time as the light is changing I can also quickly grab the filter and holder it in front of the lens as needed.
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Singh-Ray 4x6" Graduated Neutral Density (2-stop) Optical Resin Filter:
It worked well with my Pentax DA 12-24 lens.
Displaying reviews 1-18
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