Cokin P121L Graduated G2 Light Gray Neutral Density Filter (1-Stop)
Cokin P121L Graduated G2 Light Gray Neutral Density Filter - 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.
Cokin graduated gray ND filters are part clear, part neutral density. They allow the transition to be blended into the scene, often imperceptibly. A ND.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.
Note! This filter measures 84mm wide and fits the Cokin P series holder
The Cokin 121 Series of Filters
- Cokin 121 - ND8 3-stop Graduated Neutral Density
- Cokin 121F - 3-stop Graduated Neutral Density (Full)
- Cokin 121L - 1-stop Graduated Neutral Density (Light)
- Cokin 121M - ND4 2-stop Graduated Neutral Density (Medium)
- Cokin 121S -3-stop Graduated Neutral Density (Soft)
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 situation
- 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
| Type | Graduated G2 Light Gray Neutral Density |
| Size | Cokin P |
| Grade | ND8 |
| Filter Factor | 1-stop |
| Multi-Coated | No |
| Rotating | No |
| Effect |
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| Application | Nature, Travel, Outdoor photography |
| Color Temperature | Not Applicable |
| Construction | Resin |
| Front Filter Thread Size | Not Applicable |
| Front Lens Cap Size | Cokin P |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 10 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (7)
- Clear optics (4)
Cons
Best Uses
- Image manipulation (5)
- Color correction (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Photo enthusiast (4), Enthusiast (3), Pro photographer (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (4)
Most Liked Positive Review
works well
I use this for my landscape photography. Works great, and the Cokin system suits the way I work. I also bought a circular polarizer, so Cokin now takes care of all my filter ...Read complete review
I use this for my landscape photography. Works great, and the Cokin system suits the way I work. I also bought a circular polarizer, so Cokin now takes care of all my filter needs.
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Most Liked Negative Review
ND Grad filter
The graduations are not consistent from one grad filter to the next, so you have to hunt through them, but once you have an 'even' set, they're fine. Square filters are a ...Read complete review
The graduations are not consistent from one grad filter to the next, so you have to hunt through them, but once you have an 'even' set, they're fine. Square filters are a hassle to use, but once you've got the tripod out, well, how much worse can it get? If you want the results...
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Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
- Cheap lookings filter
Best Uses
- Shooting Indoors
Comments about Cokin P121L Graduated G2 Light Gray Neutral Density Filter (1-Stop):
Its a decent filter for the prize.
Does its job as intended.
1 Stop may not be all that effective to notice any siginificant benefit but I bought it to stack it on a 3 stop filter for certain conditions.
Filter looks extremely cheap, almost like a cheap widnow of a chinese made toy bus... but the box looks more expensive then the filter ... in fact the box is made of really good durable platsic material and looks elegent. I think Cokin needs to spend more money on the glass even if it means giving cheaper or no box.
The filter definately looks rediculously cheap on my L glass but at the moment I am willing to spend only this much as I need to learn more about using filters correctly. Once I get good at it, I will definately buy better quality filters. I would recommend it only for those who have entry level lenses or if you are like me who wants to learn first before spending extra on better filters.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape Photography
- Traveling
Comments about Cokin P121L Graduated G2 Light Gray Neutral Density Filter (1-Stop):
Can use with all my different size lens. Very versatile.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Cokin P121L Graduated G2 Light Gray Neutral Density Filter (1-Stop):
a must have if you shoot landscapes
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Cokin P121L Graduated G2 Light Gray Neutral Density Filter (1-Stop):
One filter used on different lenses thanks to the holder kit from Cokin.
Does the job. Makes daylight photography more fun and adds more 'drama' to bright indoor photography.
Worth building a good set of these...
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Firm Mount
Cons
- Easily scratched
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Cokin P121L Graduated G2 Light Gray Neutral Density Filter (1-Stop):
The graduations are not consistent from one grad filter to the next, so you have to hunt through them, but once you have an 'even' set, they're fine. Square filters are a hassle to use, but once you've got the tripod out, well, how much worse can it get? If you want the results...
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Cokin P121L Graduated G2 Light Gray Neutral Density Filter (1-Stop):
I utilize the filter for landscape photography, excellent when dealing with high contrast between sky and foreground
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Color Correction
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Cokin P121L Graduated G2 Light Gray Neutral Density Filter (1-Stop):
I use it do darken sky and limit overexposure.
Pros
- Clear Optics
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Cokin P121L Graduated G2 Light Gray Neutral Density Filter (1-Stop):
hve not used this one much, but seems to be as good as the other cokins
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Color Correction
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Cokin P121L Graduated G2 Light Gray Neutral Density Filter (1-Stop):
I use this for my landscape photography. Works great, and the Cokin system suits the way I work. I also bought a circular polarizer, so Cokin now takes care of all my filter needs.
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Color Correction
Comments about Cokin P121L Graduated G2 Light Gray Neutral Density Filter (1-Stop):
gives you more control of lighting.
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Holders
- Price: $15.39
Filter Storage Box
- Price: $37.35
Caps & Wrenches
- Price: $7.85
What's in the Box
- Plastic Storage Case
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