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Hitech 85mm Graduated Neutral Density (ND) 0.6 Resin Filter - Soft Edge - for Cokin P
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.
This filter measures 85 x 107mm and fits the Cokin P series 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)
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 23 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
95%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (19)
- Clear optics (10)
- Strong construction (5)
- Lightweight (4)
- Compact (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Image manipulation (5)
- Travel (4)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Enthusiast (11), Photo enthusiast (9), Semi-pro photographer (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (9)
Most Liked Positive Review
Great Filter
I purchased this filter for a trip out to Arizona and it turned out to be one of the more frequently used items in my bag. I fits great in a standard Cokin P series...Read complete review
I purchased this filter for a trip out to Arizona and it turned out to be one of the more frequently used items in my bag. I fits great in a standard Cokin P series mount and provides a nice contrast to your shots that might normally be washed out.
The one thing I did not care for was the packaging. The filter comes in a cheap plastic envelope which offers absolutely no protection from scratches and makes it really hard to keep it clean. The only reason why I mention this is because I've purchased cheaper P series filters that came in a hard case. I would strongly recommend a pouch or case, to ensure you protect your investment.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Magenta color cast
Nice price but I was very disappointed after all the glowing reviews on this site for this product. It may be a QC issue with their latest batch, but all 3 Hitech filters (2...Read complete review
Nice price but I was very disappointed after all the glowing reviews on this site for this product. It may be a QC issue with their latest batch, but all 3 Hitech filters (2 stop and 3stop GND and 4 stop ND filter) had a pretty terrible magenta color cast.
I wouldn't spend money on these unless you can be sure that you're going to receive one that has no perceivable color cast.
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Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Improves Picture Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Shooting Outdoors
Comments about Hitech 85mm Graduated Neutral Density (ND) 0.6 Resin Filter - Soft Edge - for Cokin P:
Allows me to swap out many types of filters.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- No color deterioration
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Hitech 85mm Graduated Neutral Density (ND) 0.6 Resin Filter - Soft Edge - for Cokin P:
I purchased this filter after spending hours reading reviews on different filters. Basically, you can go really expensive and purchase a "Lee" filter, or you can go cheap and get a "Cokin" or "Hitech" filter. From what I read, the Cokin has issues with adding some color to the images, and Hitech had almost no complaints in that regard. I went with the Hitech and am very pleased. My images have turned out sharp, and I don't see any signs of any color deterioration, or any extra hues. The only thing I can think of that would be a problem is the case it comes in. It's more of a packaging. You will need to purchase a filter holder to keep in your bag for it. Also, you will want to purchase a Cokin size "P" filter holder (or mount) if you want this filter attached to the front of your lense. As someone who is very picky (many call me OCD), I'm very glad I purchased this filter!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- No Color Cast
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Hitech 85mm Graduated Neutral Density (ND) 0.6 Resin Filter - Soft Edge - for Cokin P:
landscape and LE shots
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Hitech 85mm Graduated Neutral Density (ND) 0.6 Resin Filter - Soft Edge - for Cokin P:
This is a good piece of resin soft edge grad filter of 0.6 (two stop) and works great for what it is intended for. It saves a lot of my post processing time after taking the image. I use it as hand hold and I do not have any issue with that. Highly recommended.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Hitech 85mm Graduated Neutral Density (ND) 0.6 Resin Filter - Soft Edge - for Cokin P:
I'm very happy with these - I don't feel like I've overpaid and the quality is good.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Enhances Details
- Exposure correction
Comments about Hitech 85mm Graduated Neutral Density (ND) 0.6 Resin Filter - Soft Edge - for Cokin P:
This is the first Graduated ND filter I have used and so far it has helped produce the images I wanted in a Landscape photo. I haven't noticed any color cast and it is really cheap for the quality.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
Cons
Best Uses
- Exposure manipulaton
Comments about Hitech 85mm Graduated Neutral Density (ND) 0.6 Resin Filter - Soft Edge - for Cokin P:
Good grad ND filter for landscapes with the Cokin P holder. No noticable color shift.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Hitech 85mm Graduated Neutral Density (ND) 0.6 Resin Filter - Soft Edge - for Cokin P:
Nice price but I was very disappointed after all the glowing reviews on this site for this product. It may be a QC issue with their latest batch, but all 3 Hitech filters (2 stop and 3stop GND and 4 stop ND filter) had a pretty terrible magenta color cast.
I wouldn't spend money on these unless you can be sure that you're going to receive one that has no perceivable color cast.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
Cons
Best Uses
- HDR photography
Comments about Hitech 85mm Graduated Neutral Density (ND) 0.6 Resin Filter - Soft Edge - for Cokin P:
Works well and i can avoid doing multiple exposures and photoshop work. Save me a lot of time.
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Good price value
- Improves Performance
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape
- Outdoors
- Travel
- Uneven light source
Comments about Hitech 85mm Graduated Neutral Density (ND) 0.6 Resin Filter - Soft Edge - for Cokin P:
A 'must-have' item when shooting landscapes, I wish I had bought one of these for myself much earlier on in my foray into photography. I used it recently on a trip to the desert and it saved many of my images from being partly over-exposed. The only thing which I worry about is getting scratches on it.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Exposure correction
Comments about Hitech 85mm Graduated Neutral Density (ND) 0.6 Resin Filter - Soft Edge - for Cokin P:
I saw a photographer using one of these by just holding with his hand in front of the lens. As I like to travel light it lite my light bulb. After some research I ordered this ND 0.s6 soft edge and tried it out this weekend. If you pay attention to the corner of the frame for your fingers, it works great. No funny colors it just did it's job.
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Hitech 85mm Graduated Neutral Density (ND) 0.6 Resin Filter - Soft Edge - for Cokin P:
make sure you look into the level of ND you want prior to purchasing!!
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Proper exposure
Comments about Hitech 85mm Graduated Neutral Density (ND) 0.6 Resin Filter - Soft Edge - for Cokin P:
I ordered this filter after doing a little research and I was very pleased to see you get what you pay for. It is a step above the cheap Cokin filter, and does not cast unwanted hues. I look forward to shooting many sunsets with it during my vacation this summer.
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
Cons
- Scratches easily
Best Uses
Comments about Hitech 85mm Graduated Neutral Density (ND) 0.6 Resin Filter - Soft Edge - for Cokin P:
It loves finger prints and dust and scratches very easily but it works as it should.
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Inconsistent Effect
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Hitech 85mm Graduated Neutral Density (ND) 0.6 Resin Filter - Soft Edge - for Cokin P:
I find the 2-stop soft ND and hard edge ND to be the most versatile. The HiTech ND Grads are very neutral, only occasionally showing a light magenta tint (much better than cheaper competition.
They're fairly durable, but after hand-holding these filters against my lenses for a couple years they got too scratched to keep using. But they're cheap enough that I'm not bothered replacing them.
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Hitech 85mm Graduated Neutral Density (ND) 0.6 Resin Filter - Soft Edge - for Cokin P:
The grad ND filter allowed me to get great landscape pictures. The sky is blue instead of white. I was not able to get an even exposure on my fall landscape shots til I started using the filter. And the square shape makes it easy to adjust the graduated area.
Pros
- Affordable
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Hitech 85mm Graduated Neutral Density (ND) 0.6 Resin Filter - Soft Edge - for Cokin P:
Buy this for your Cokin P holder and never worry about color shift from your grad again. The price is right, much more reasonable that the singh-ray, so if I drop it off a cliff or scratch it, no worries. Buy two so if you do ruin one you'll have a back-up - [...]
Pros
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape Photography
- Portraits
- Sporting Events
- Traveling
Comments about Hitech 85mm Graduated Neutral Density (ND) 0.6 Resin Filter - Soft Edge - for Cokin P:
It prevents overexposing a bright blue sky in landscape photography. Works beautifully. Only problem I had was, when attached to my 16-35mm ultra wide angle zoom, the Cokin adapter shows up along the edges of photo. You will need to crop your photo's to avoid the dark edges. [...]Product was ok.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Improves Product Function
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Hitech 85mm Graduated Neutral Density (ND) 0.6 Resin Filter - Soft Edge - for Cokin P:
Very nice filter for the price. Will end up buying a hard edge as well.
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Improves Product Function
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape Photography
Comments about Hitech 85mm Graduated Neutral Density (ND) 0.6 Resin Filter - Soft Edge - for Cokin P:
It works as advertised and is well calibrated to 2 stops. I find the Hitech filters to be excellent quality and worth a bit more than the cheaper, crappier Cokin ones.
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