Use of Cokin P size filters on Nikkor 18-35?

[douglas_mcneill]

I'm interested in getting my first rectangular, graduated ND filter

for landscape work, but I want to make sure that what I buy will be

compatible with my new Nikkor 18-35 ED. I'm interested in using a

Cokin P holder mounted on the 77 mm adapter ring. I know that I could

always hand hold, but I believe that this setup SHOULD allow use of the

Singh-Rays that I've been eyeing online at B&H. I suspect that I'll

need to cut off all but the inside slots on the P holder, but will

that be enough to eliminate vignetting at 18mm? I know the Lee

filters are wider, but I'd like to slowly build a set of the more

standard P size filters. Any experience with P size filter systems on

this lens? Thanks.

[mbeebee]

Hi Douglas,

 

I use the Nikon 18-35 with Singh-Ray ND Grads in a Cokin P holder with all but the inside slots cut off--just like you describe. I haven't experienced any vignetting at 18mm.

 

Martin

[mark_jordan3]

Hi Doug, I made this exact modification...after reading about it from John Shaw for use with my 17-35. I have had no vignetting problems. The holders are pretty cheap to replace in the event it gets damaged or you want a separate (complete) holder available for use with other lenses.

[anth]

Yes. I use the 18-35 on an F80 with a Singh-Ray in a Cokin P holder with the outer slots cut off. It works fine, provided you take any filters (round normal type) off the lens prior to attaching the cokin adaptor ring. Just remember to stop the lens down at least two stops at 18 and you can make some beautiful shots. Get the plastic ready and head for B&H. Cheers.