Neutral density filter, what all can it be used for?

[kgreen]

I was wondering what type of shots can use your neutral density filter for. I have a 0.9 ND filter, but the only time I have used it is for fireworks pictures. Are there other types of photography it would be useful for?

 

[mamaCta]

Shallow depth of field in bright sun.

 

[R o y]

I was wondering what type of shots can use your neutral density filter for. I have a 0.9 ND filter, but the only time I have used it is for fireworks pictures. Are there other types of photography it would be useful for?

Check this out http://www.cambridgeincolour.com/tutorials/neutral-density-filters.htm

 

[PythonFan888]

Silky smooth water.

http://blog.jmleclercq.com/silky-smooth-water-using-a-neutral-density-filter/

 

[photo_chick]

Use an ND filter any time you need to cut the amount of light that enters the lens. I think most people typically associate them with lengthening shutter speeds.

My 6D has a shutter speed limit of 1/4000 so I've been using an ND filter lately to be able to shoot with a wide open aperture on a sunny day when I want a shallow of depth of field.

 

[cpbjgc]

I have a couple neutral density filters. As mentioned, you can use them to slow your shutter speed by cutting the amount of light getting to the sensor. This provides lots of opportunities where you want to have a long shutter when there is lots of light. It allows for some creative effects like:

Silky water

Light trails

and ghost hunting

 

[kgreen]

Thanks everyone, lots of great information. The links were very informative, & I enjoyed the tutorial. Now I have a better idea! Also nice photo's! Thanks for sharing