I need the EDU on picking a Graduated Neutral Density filter.

I looked a a lens "kit" so LEE...http://www.bhphotovide​o.com …ital_SLR_Starte​r_Kit.html $320.

I dont know if I need that package, I would rather spend less then $200. Are there any other "decent" options, that are cheaper to get into.

Otherwise I could just get a screw in type, which I have been told is not optimal as the line is right at the equator...

http://www.bhphotovide​o.com …ated_Neutral_De​nsity.html

The adapter that is needed for Cokin Graduated Neutral Density Filter Kit for "P" Series (3 Filters and Filter Holder)
http://www.bhphotovide​o.com …utral_Density_F​ilter.html

Which of these adapters are required?

http://www.bhphotovide​o.com …_Series_72mm_Ad​apter.html

http://www.bhphotovide​o.com …0072_P_Series_F​ilter.html

I use Hitech GNDs in Cokin P size. Although I mostly handhold the filters, I do have both a regular (multislot) and slim version of the Cokin P size holder with several adapter rings to fit my most used landscape lenses (ie 67, 77mm threads). I have +1, +2, and +3 hard edged versions with the 2 & 3 my most used.

Thanks for the help Russ.

I went with Hitech 85mm Graduated Neutral Density (ND) 0.6 Resin Filter - Hard Edge - for Cokin P and Hitech 85mm Graduated Neutral Density (ND) 0.9 Resin Filter - Hard Edge - for Cokin P. Then I grabbed the Cokin "P" Series - Filter Holder, 72mm Adapter Ring. Not bad IMO for $100 to get started...especially since I can stack them.

I already own, the B+W 77mm (COATED) #110 (ND 3.0) FILTER, and a HOYA CPL and WARM.