Kodak #96 Wratten 2 Optical Gel ND Filter (4 x 4", 1-Stop)

This 1-stop, 4 x 4" Kodak #96 Wratten 2 Optical Gel ND Filter creates a darkening of the entire image, allowing you to photograph with a wider aperture or slower shutter speed without overexposing your image. By slowing your exposure time, you can create motion blur for special effects or to convey a sense of movement. Opening your iris allows you to create shallow depth of field, which can help isolate your subject. Neutral density filters do not affect the coloration of the image and are ideal for pairing with other filters.

Kodak Wratten 2 gelatin filters are more durable than the previous Wratten series filters. This filter can withstand temperatures up to 122°F, and features a polyurethane top coat for increased usable life. When not in use, the filter should be stored flat and in a cool (78°F), dark, and low-humidity environment with less than 50% relative humidity.

More rigid/durable

Easier to handle

Color consistent today, and 6 months from now as well

Wratten 2 Optical Filters are less sensitive to humidity, less prone to static cling

Fingerprint removal is also easier

Most Kodak gelatin filters are available in 3 x 3" (75 x 75mm), 4 x 4" (100 x 100mm), 6 x 6" (150 x 150mm), and 14 x 18" (350 x 450mm.

These filters are available in increments from 1/3 stop to 13.33 stops exposure reduction.

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 that could cause overexposure.

ND .10 (exposure adjustment = 1/3 stop)

ND .20 (exposure adjustment = 2/3 stop)

ND .30 (exposure adjustment = 1 stop)

ND .40 (exposure adjustment = 1 1/3 stops)

ND .50 (exposure adjustment = 1 2/3 stops)

ND .60 (exposure adjustment = 2 stops)

ND .70 (exposure adjustment = 2 1/3 stops)

ND .80 (exposure adjustment = 2 2/3 stops)

ND .90 (exposure adjustment = 3 stops)

ND 1.0 (exposure adjustment = 3 1/3 stops)

ND 2.0 (exposure adjustment = 6 2/3 stops)

ND 3.0 (exposure adjustment = 10 stops)

ND 4.0 (exposure adjustment = 13 1/3 stops)