4x6" ND filter vs. P-Series ND Filter

[Ericr2zz]

Laurie,

I signed up for your DWLS workshops in the San Juan Islands this fall. I'm looking forward to meeting you and the workshop.

One of Moose's recommendation for this workshop was to purchase a Lee 4x6" ND 3 stop filter with no filter holder. However, I have a Lee "P" series ND filter, which is approx 3.3" x 4.8", which attaches to a Cokin Filter Holder.

What's your theory on using a filter holder vs. holding the ND filter by hand?


Thanks.
-Eric

[lexcell]

Hi Eric,
That's great! You will have a blast and learn so much your head will be spinning for weeks.

The big difference between the 4X6 and the Cokin P size is the real estate it covers. If you have lenses with large front diameters, the larger filter will work better. If you don't have lenses that are in the 72mm-77mm diameter and up you will be fine with the smaller size.
My filter holder is always with me and within reach...it's my left hand. It's quick and easy to use the filter this way.