Suggest a decent valued graduated neutral density filter?

8 years 9 months ago #448210 by Cory J
If I can get a set for under $300 that will include .3, .6. and .9 stops that would be great.  Please let me know what you think is the best option for my budget.  

Thanks everyone.


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8 years 9 months ago #448543 by cod
I use Hitech grads.  I think they are a good balance between quality and price.  I am very happy with mine.  I've read some recent comments suggesting that newer versions have a slight colour cast but I don't see that in mine.  They come in different sizes, including Cokin P and Cokin Z holder sizes.  Prices are typically about $40 and up.  They have sets of the sizes you mentioned.  Holder is needed too of course.

Here's a B&H search result as a sampling.

Chris O'Donoghue
Winnipeg, Canada
codonoghue.prosite.com

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8 years 9 months ago #448613 by effron
I use the Lee 100mm system and its the best I have used, (Unhappy with the Cokin) but have a couple Hitechs that fit the foundation kit as well. The only thing I would add to your list here is a reverse .9 grad, especially for sunsets and sunrises......;)

Why so serious?
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8 years 8 months ago #448734 by Kay Baker
I use Hitech grads as well, they are good and I have no problems with them.  I bought mine used on Craigslist.  


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