Hitech 4x5" Graduated Neutral Density (ND) 0.6 Resin Filter - Soft Edge
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. Hitech Grad ND filters are part clear, part neutral density (available in grades of .3 (1 stop), .6 (2 stops), .9 (3 stops), 1.2 (4 stops)). They allow the transition to be blended into the scene, often imperceptibly. A neutral density .6-to-clear, with a two stop differential, will generally compensate the average bright sky-to-foreground situation and is also the most popular density of the series.
Hitech graduated neutral density filters are available with soft or hard transitions from dark to clear. The soft edge is recommended for wide angle lenses and the hard edge is recommended for normal and longer lenses.
Hitech graduated resin filters are 4 x 5" (100 x 125mm) x 1.5mm thick. The 5" length allows for adjustment of the filter within the holder.
Neutral Density factors:
ND.3 (exposure adjustment = 1 stop)
ND.6 (exposure adjustment = 2 stops)
ND.9 (exposure adjustment = 3 stops)
ND1.2 (exposure adjustment = 4 stops)
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of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (9)
- Clear optics (5)
Cons
Best Uses
- Image manipulation (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Photo enthusiast (4), Enthusiast (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (4)
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Pros
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Hitech 4x5" Graduated Neutral Density (ND) 0.6 Resin Filter - Soft Edge:
Neaded to be able to darken some areas of some photos, and with the holder, works great.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Hitech 4x5" Graduated Neutral Density (ND) 0.6 Resin Filter - Soft Edge:
It isnt enough for sunsets, u need a .9 for that. Since it was my fist GND, i got a .6, I am happy over all, I like the shape and that I can move it to find the horizon. cannot tell any image degradation using it, I dont like over processing images, so this is good help.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Improves Performance
Cons
- High price
Best Uses
- Landscape
Comments about Hitech 4x5" Graduated Neutral Density (ND) 0.6 Resin Filter - Soft Edge:
I use it for my landscape photography endeavour.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Hitech 4x5" Graduated Neutral Density (ND) 0.6 Resin Filter - Soft Edge:
This filter is easy to us. I chose to use it with the Lee Foundation Kit, they work well together. I chose the soft line, a good choice for me. Wear cotton gloves so yo don't get fingerprints on your filter, it is also easer to grasp with the gloves on, otherwise you are only handling the outside edges of the glass. Be sure to purchase the Lee protective pouches to keep them in.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Hitech 4x5" Graduated Neutral Density (ND) 0.6 Resin Filter - Soft Edge:
This has helped me get pictures in one shot without resorting to multiple exposures and combining them in post (although this does come in handy..see below). I'm not using a holder however as it's easier for me to just hand hold the filter over the lens. And it's long enough to adjust as necessary too.
Sometimes however I have no choice but to bracket exposures because the grad darkened areas I didn't want to be darkened (in my case trees with varying heights). Obviously this is not a con for the grad, just noting that sometimes it won't be the best tool for the job in getting correct exposure.
On the topic of hand holding the glass over the lens, there is a chance of scratching the filter if you rub the glass too hard against the filter threads. But so far I haven't had an issue. You do need to press it close to the lens so there isn't any reflections from the glass.
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Hitech 4x5" Graduated Neutral Density (ND) 0.6 Resin Filter - Soft Edge:
ND Grads are useful for landscape photo, and this Hitech filter is a high quality product. No color cast, fits fine in a LEE filter holder.
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
Cons
- May scratch easy
Best Uses
- Color Correction
- Exposure compensation
Comments about Hitech 4x5" Graduated Neutral Density (ND) 0.6 Resin Filter - Soft Edge:
This is a very nice filter to have if you are shooting landscapes. Gives good control of exposure in those areas that typically get overexposed. This is my first resin filter and I had some concerns about what the optic quality would be - Not to worry, photos came out great!
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Hitech 4x5" Graduated Neutral Density (ND) 0.6 Resin Filter - Soft Edge:
Achieving a high dynamic range has become very popular. I compared the software approach versus use of this filter. The filter almost always gave better results and is much easier. I am using the filter handheld and I can use it with any of my lenses. A tripod is necessary for handheld use.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- No Color Cast
- Perfect Size and Price
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape
Comments about Hitech 4x5" Graduated Neutral Density (ND) 0.6 Resin Filter - Soft Edge:
I upgraded from the smaller P-size Hitech and Singh-Ray and could not be happier. The size is perfect for handholding where the smaller P-size require much care or a holder. I always use a folded pec-pad when handling to avoid fingerprints. The quality is great, no color cast, and the price is right, about a $100 less than the slightly larger 4x6 Singh-Ray and Lee making this a great deal. My “essentials” Grad-ND kit includes 2 and 3 stop hard and soft.
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Improves Product Function
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape Photography
- Traveling
- Wildlife
Comments about Hitech 4x5" Graduated Neutral Density (ND) 0.6 Resin Filter - Soft Edge:
My primary use for this filter is in landscape and general outdoor/wildlife photography in the mountains of Idaho. The graduated ND is very useful to even out the exposure for a bright sky/darker foreground. The resin filter seems to be holding up well and is way less expensive than the glass versions.
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