What ND filter for daytime long exposure?

[sixstringer]

I'm looking into getting some ND filters for daytime long exposures? What rating would serve me best for daytime long exposures up to a minute or two?

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[480sparky]

In broad daylight, probably a 6- or 8-stop. Depends a lot on what ISO and aperture you want to use.

 

[Didereaux]

Go to Youtube search 'Using ND filter'

 

[sixstringer]

In broad daylight, probably a 6- or 8-stop. Depends a lot on what ISO and aperture you want to use.

I am not familiar with filters. Are you saying I need a filter that reduces 6 stops or an ND6 filter?

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[480sparky]

A 6-stop filter, or ND64. ND6 is only 2½ stops.

Neutral-density filter - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Scroll down to the bottom, and pay attention to the "f-stop reduction column"

 

[SoulfulRecover]

Why not a variable?

 

[480sparky]

Why not a variable?

Good ones aren't cheap, and cheap ones aren't good.

 

[SoulfulRecover]

Why not a variable?

Good ones aren't cheap, and cheap ones aren't good.

True but worth it

 

[dennybeall]

Nice to have a SET so you can combine to get what you need.

 

[sixstringer]

Thanks for the help guys! I'm just going to get an ND 1000 for when I'm hiking and decide to take some photos in the daytime.

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[480sparky]

I think you're hunting squirrels with an aircraft carrier, but hey... it's your money and your images!