Cokin P152 Neutral Gray ND2 - 2x/1-Stop Neutral Density Filter
Cokin P152 Neutral Gray ND2 - 2x/1-Stop Neutral Density Filter - Often it is necessary or desirable to control the light intensity within a given frame. 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. A neutral density filter will allow you to retain exposure control but will not affect the color of the image.
Neutral Density filters allow you to shoot under conditions that would normally be impossible to shoot under - particularly outside in snow, beach or extreme bright light scenarios. For the landscape photographer, irrespective of the format you use (film, digital, video or cine), this filter is almost a necessity because it permits you to maintain creative control over a tough lighting venue while still maintaining proper exposure.
For those who like moody, soft creative looks to their images, this filter can produce blurred movement when used with waterfalls, fast moving objects (cars, etc) and even nature subjects such as birds in flight or running animals. There are people who even use them on their iPhone to capture interesting images when a traditional camera isn't handy.
Cokin makes the 150 series of Neutral Density filters (152, 153 and 154). The three filters represent a 1, 2 and 3 stop range (respectively). Speaking generally, a ND.6 (2-stop) filter will generally produce the most pleasing results and is also the most popular density of the series.
Note! This filter requires the Cokin P series holder and an adapter ring (both sold separately). The "P" series is recommended for focal lengths of 28mm upwards
Neutral Density Filters Have Four Main Uses
- Enables slow shutter speeds to be used with high speed ISO ratings; create dramatic images with blurred movement in subjects such as waterfalls, clouds, or cars
- Permits greater creative control by allowing wider apertures to be used which helps separate subjects from their background
- Reduces the amount of light entering the lens by 50% - allows use of slower shutter speeds with higher ISO settings on digital cameras, high-speed films, video and cine cameras
- It is always difficult to use film, digital or video cameras under bright light conditions such as snow, sand or other bright scenes since these conditions can easily cause overexposure. This filter removes the challenge of recording images under these conditions by permitting the photographer to control the proper exposure while still maintaining creative control
| Type | Neutral Density |
| Size | 84mm (wide) |
| Grade | Not Applicable |
| Filter Factor | 1-stop (reduces ISO by 1/2) |
| Multi-Coated | Not Applicable |
| Rotating | Not Applicable (the filter does not rotate - the holder will) |
| Effect | Reduce the amount of light reaching the film |
| Application | General outdoor photography, i.e. landscape, nature |
| Color Temperature | Not Applicable |
| Construction | Resin |
| Front Filter Thread Size | Not Applicable |
| Front Lens Cap Size | Cokin P |
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- Easy to use (6)
- Firm mount (3)
Cons
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- Image manipulation (3)
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Pros
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape Photography
- Traveling
Comments about Cokin P152 Neutral Gray ND2 - 2x/1-Stop Neutral Density Filter:
Useful filter to have in your kit. Cokin is a great product.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
- Landscape Photography
- Portraits
- Studio
Comments about Cokin P152 Neutral Gray ND2 - 2x/1-Stop Neutral Density Filter:
This is the only way to get shallow depth of field when working in confined spaces with studio strobes - when you're shooting as fast as your sync will let you and your ISO is as low as it'll go.
Also great for middle of the day shooting when you want to get motion in moving water shots and there's too much light.
As far as I can tell any image deterioration is negligible and certainly better than not getting the shot or spending time fixing it in post.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
- In The Studio
Comments about Cokin P152 Neutral Gray ND2 - 2x/1-Stop Neutral Density Filter:
I've only used this filter in the studio when I want to lower the overall brightness without changing the aperture setting.When using the filter it does change the color very slightly, but if you do a custom white balance there should be no problem.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Cokin P152 Neutral Gray ND2 - 2x/1-Stop Neutral Density Filter:
I used this filter the first day I received it to shoot a waterfall in the Columbia River Gorge in Oregon and was very pleased with the results....!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Cokin P152 Neutral Gray ND2 - 2x/1-Stop Neutral Density Filter:
A series of these filters are recommended for shooting waterfalls and streams. You need a shutter speed between .3 and .6 seconds for good "silky" water images. The ND filters allow you to add the ND to your exposure in daylight to allow slow shutter speeds at ISO 100 and ISO 50 (with f/22 or f/16).
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
Cons
- Weak Construction
Best Uses
- Color Correction
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Cokin P152 Neutral Gray ND2 - 2x/1-Stop Neutral Density Filter:
I use this filter to highlight the sky landscapes mostly. Also for purposes of water in rivers, waterfalls, etc. The Cokin system is versatile, reliable and comfortable to use. I do not find stick. It has excellent value for money
Comments about Cokin P152 Neutral Gray ND2 - 2x/1-Stop Neutral Density Filter:
Love using these filters in my landscape work...can really add to a skyline.
Comments about Cokin P152 Neutral Gray ND2 - 2x/1-Stop Neutral Density Filter:
If you like to get yoru pictures right, wiht almost no post edit. This family of filters is the perfect way.
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