Singh-Ray 4x6" Graduated Neutral Density (3-stop) Optical Resin Filter
The Singh-Ray 4x6" Graduated Neutral Density (3-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.
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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) (Hard Edge) |
| Grade | 3-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 10 reviews)
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100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (6)
- Clear optics (5)
- Strong construction (4)
Cons
Best Uses
- Reviewer Profile:
- Enthusiast (3), Photo enthusiast (3)
- Was this a gift?:
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Pros
- Very solid filter
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape
Comments about Singh-Ray 4x6" Graduated Neutral Density (3-stop) Optical Resin Filter:
I bought two filterS from singh-ray, 1 GND 3/stop hard edge and 1 GND 2/stop soft. I really love these filterS. These two keep color very natural and imagine that we put a piece of plastic in front our lens and what will we get? Soft image right? but not this filter. I HIGHLY REC. everyone to use this filter! Im saving for more singh-Ray!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Improves Picture Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Shooting Outdoors
Comments about Singh-Ray 4x6" Graduated Neutral Density (3-stop) Optical Resin Filter:
It is a must have for landscape photography.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Improves Performance
- Lightweight
- Professional Quality
Cons
- Pricey / Poor Value
Best Uses
Comments about Singh-Ray 4x6" Graduated Neutral Density (3-stop) Optical Resin Filter:
Lots of reading on internet, found that Singh-Ray are the best grad filters, and when i tried them it proved
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Balancing Exposure
Comments about Singh-Ray 4x6" Graduated Neutral Density (3-stop) Optical Resin Filter:
Singh Ray filters have to be among the best filters out there. Perfect companion for the landscape photographer.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Singh-Ray 4x6" Graduated Neutral Density (3-stop) Optical Resin Filter:
A must for landscape photographers. Optical quality and color rendition can't be beat. If you are a landscape photographer you need to invest on some GND filters and Singh Ray has to be one if not the best manufacturer of optical filters out there.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Color accurate
Cons
- EXPENSIVE
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
Comments about Singh-Ray 4x6" Graduated Neutral Density (3-stop) Optical Resin Filter:
Singh-Ray filters are pretty much the pro standard for graduated filters.
- 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 (3-stop) Optical Resin Filter:
All Singh-Ray filters come in a nice lined holder to protect them when not in use. I picked the 4x6 size so I could hand hold or use a holder. Took some recent photos in NC of Smokey Mountains and the filter worked great to help balance the hot sky with the darker green mountains. You can use Photoshop or HDR pictures, but I prefer to get them as close as possible from the camera. Can't wait to try out the Rev Grad on a Sunset or Sunrise.
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
Cons
- cost
- Weak Construction
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Singh-Ray 4x6" Graduated Neutral Density (3-stop) Optical Resin Filter:
It is a filter that does wonders in landscape photography.
It adds a very moody but dramatic effect to any shots where it is used.
It is very simple to use and once one gets the hang of using it, one would never leave home without it...
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Color Correction
Comments about Singh-Ray 4x6" Graduated Neutral Density (3-stop) Optical Resin Filter:
I live in Hawaii and I got this filter to help even out my exposures on sunrises on the beach. The contrast between the dark lava rock and the bright sun makes it almost impossible to get the exposure correct without the use of this filter. I probably could have got away with the reverse ND filter but I find this one to be a lot more versatile. I ended up getting the 4x6 filter because I mainly use my Tokina 11-16 for landscapes and I would get way too much vignetting with the p-sized filter.
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Singh-Ray 4x6" Graduated Neutral Density (3-stop) Optical Resin Filter:
I'm still learning how to best use this product, but I've found no vignetting with my Pentax DA 12-24 lens, except at 12mm. It really helped to bring down the exposure on the noon day sun on my recent trip to Southeast Asia.
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Filter pouch
- Price: $28.95
- GBP 18.30
Filter Storage Box
- Price: $37.35
- GBP 23.61
Caps & Wrenches
- Price: $13.78
- GBP 8.71
Care & Cleaning
- Price: $4.99
- GBP 3.15
What's in the Box
- Protective Case with Liner
- Warranted Against Manufacturer's Defects for 90-Days
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