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Lee Filters 100 x 100mm Big Stopper 3.0 Neutral Density Filter, 10-Stop

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Key Features

  • Capture dreamy long exposures with this Lee Filters 10-stop neutral density filter.
  • Achieve cinematic motion blur & shallow depth of field, even in bright daylight!
  • The Big Stopper ND filter reduces light for creative control; perfect for landscapes.
  • Single-coated glass ensures sharp images; a must-have photography filter for pros.
  • Durable 100x100mm filter in a protective tin; built to last through every shoot.
  • Easy to use rectangular ND filter; slide it into your 100mm filter holder system.
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Ron M : Is there a gasket on this for light leak?Ernest K : Mine came with a gasket separately in the kit. It came with instructions on how to attach the gasket to the filter.JAE THOMAS S : You will need to purchase the gasket separately, I recommend this set <a href="https://www.adorama.com/ht100gask.html" target="_blank">https://www.adorama.com/ht100gask.html</a>
Lynn H : I have the 77 mm adaptor ring for my canon 6D- I want to purchase the Lee Big Stopper- do I buy the 100 x 100 size or the 100 x 150 size?Don S : I have the Lee Big Stopper 100x100 from Adorama. I waited 6 months to get it. It works fine with 77 mm lenses UNLESS they are wide angle such as the Nikon 14-24mm. Then you need the 100x150 plus the kit from Lee to hold it. I believe it is the SW150 kit - not cheap! Both of the above answers are right. The drawback for the ultra wide is the cost of the kit. The filter itself works great with no color shift as you get with some cheaper systems. It is protected in its own case. If you think you might get one eventually for a wide angle, then I would purchase the 100x150. You only need to buy one once. It was not available when I purchased mine or I would have since I have the SW150 kit for other filters.CIBIN G : 100x100 is good. 100x150 is required only if you use ultra wides like nikon 14-24.TODD H : You only need the rectangular filters if you need to slide them to adjust their position, such as a graduated ND filter or if you have a some kind of lens that has a really wide field of view in one direction. For filters that are uniform in color, square ones will do fine.
Shopper : I heard there were 2 version of this product, one coming with a metal case and one coming with a nylon case, which one is this? "What's in the box" mentions a tin case but a review says it came with the nylon case. Thanks a lot for clarifying.MAJD J : Hi, When I bought mine a couple of years back; it came with a soft nylon case.

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2021-01-04T07:32:33

Rated 5 out of 5

for that silky smooth water photos

I enjoy taking pictures of water with this big stopper for the silky smooth rendition

DURGESH S.

2020-10-31T19:47:48

Rated 5 out of 5

Great ND Fiolter

I decided to use the Lee filters as I already owned the system and preferred it over other brands. The filter didn't disappoint, it worked great, and other than remembering to switch from Av on the Canon to Bulb to then use the Lee App as the timer it was great. I have a bunch of great beach shots with water like cotton. Very easy to use and I would highly recommend it to anyone needing the 10 ND.

THOMAS S.

2019-07-27T07:01:23

Rated 5 out of 5

Another excellent filter from Lee

This is just one of many filters I own from Lee. Quality and performance are excellent. I use it with the Lee filter holder system for my canon 5D3 which makes attaching and changing filters a snap.

RORY H.

2019-05-08T11:53:50

Rated 5 out of 5

Great filter

I like this filter. It's a must for a landscape photography. Works perfectly for me in any situation.

IGOR M.

2019-01-10T07:35:13

Rated 5 out of 5

Lee Big Stopper

Haven't had it but a week, but i'm thrilled with the results I've gotten so far!

ANDY S.

2018-10-03T08:43:22

Rated 5 out of 5

Lee Big Stopper

Once I figured out how to use it in the holder I had it worked well.

BIRGER B.

2017-06-16T11:01:36

Rated 5 out of 5

Big Stopper

Works as intended. Able to take much longer exposures in daylight. Not a professional, so to me it seems to work as it should. Fits snug in the foundation kit

RENEE T.

2016-11-03T11:26:32

Rated 5 out of 5

A mandatory filter for Lanscape photographers

I find very useful and best filter I have ever used. No extra colors or noise added because of this filter even in extremely longer exposure. I highly recommend this product.

PREETAM Y.

2016-06-12T08:23:19

Rated 5 out of 5

Great product

Have only been able to use a couple times, but allows you to have complete control over shutter speed in any light. Does cause a blue color cast, but this is easily correctable in post.

BEN G.

2014-07-15T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great Product!

This filter does a great job of blocking out the light. Used it at a river near my home and got some fantastic photos. Would definitely purchase this filter again.

Linda U.

2014-05-19T21:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Worth the wait

The Big Stopper always seems to be on back-order. I happened to see that it was in stock and jumped on it, but still had to wait a couple of weeks for the filter holder which. This is the filter you want for slowing down time and getting long exposure times.

RubyRedRick

2014-05-01T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

It works as advertised, Perfect.

This is my first filter, and the results are just what I had hoped for. You could probably use a welders helmet and get the same results, but this filter is much more compact.

Derf

2014-04-14T21:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

I Would Recommend This Product

I purchased the product to photograph scenes with water in it. So far I am very happy with the results , build quality and the fact that it's easy to use.

PAT S.

2014-03-10T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great tool for any photographer...

Great product and was only on backorder for 1 month before getting. Able to enhance photography of landscapes with effects and colors to enhance your photos.

KENNETH L.

2014-01-01T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Works Great!

Waited several months but it works great with the lee system.

JOHN C.

2013-12-02T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

The best ND fil. for long exposure shots

Long Exposure pictures Blurry the movements

Alaeddine S.

2013-12-02T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Lee Big Stopper

Works on any lens with cheap adapters rather than buying multiple expensive ND filters for each lens size you have.

L S.

2013-10-30T21:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Magical effects

It took forever to come, but it finally arrived. This filter creates wonderful streaks with moving clouds and misty looking water. It's a bit blue like some reviewers have said on the color balance and you have to watch out for exposures that are too long, like several minutes, and getting noise in the image, but that's the camera and not the fault of the filter. I'm still experimenting on how to clean all that up post processing. Overall, a very cool filter.

AARON F.

2013-10-28T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Worth the wait !

Florida sunrises and sunsets can be spectacular and very bright.The "Big Stopper" by Lee helps me bring out all the color and richness of the Autumn sky.Water reflects all the hues of the sun,and the 10-stop captures them all.I waited several months to get this filter...and it'd worth the wait !

Jeff

2013-07-15T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Nice Filter

This is my second big stopper. The first one I never got to use since it was shipped in a million pieces. I returned the broken filter and waited several months for my second one to arrive. This time, it came in a hard case and was fully intact. I've only got to use it once and I am very happy with the results so far.

Pat

2013-02-04T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Lee's Big Stopper

I use it on both Nikon 70-200 mm and 14-24mm. I love lanscape photography & bought it mainly on my Nikon 14-24mm. There is no holder for using Big Stopper for Nikon 14-24mm on the market. I created a holder that puts Big Stopper on the great landscape lens of Nikon, the 14-24mm f2.8 . In comestic view , it doesn't make the men interesting but it looks not bad and function so well . It was made by a piece of 1/4 " black plastic, two filter slots cutting from Cokin holder , Velcro and super glue. Tap Plastic took care of Cutting (very hard part) . I love running water bodies, flowing clloud and the mistery of landscaping. The silky flowing of cloud and water bring the still object comes to live. That the Big Stopper about.

Lone H.

2012-09-03T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Big Stopper? How about DEAD STOPPER??!!

If you're looking for the big-stopper, you've no doubt done your homework. It really does produce the eerie images that you see in the magazines. This filter does leave a blue tint to your exposure, but it can easily be corrected. Worth the wait, this filter is worth every penny.

MIKE R.

2012-07-02T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Worth every penny

Don't waist time and energy with cheaper options, went that road, got tired of the huge color casts, most of the times not even fixable with grey cards, ordered the big stopper, had to wait 5 (five) months, but that's what I call quality!

Dorin

2012-06-03T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Big effects

Big stopper will give you great effects on your photos, Once you get the hang of using it. Worth the wait

Burtb

2012-03-11T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

it was worth waiting for

I already have a few Lee's ND grad plates so I was familiar with quality of LEE's products. Before I have ordered it I made some research picking up some feedbacks and Big Stopper completely fulfill my expectations with very few surprises. For sure it is product for "I know what I am doing" photographers regarding to long exposures and sensor noise relationship. It took six months before I got it but it was sure worth waiting for. Gathered with other LEE's plates it helped me capture a couple amazing photographs. Beside all of that It is great pleasure to say I had support from Adorama team through all of "backorder" period...

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About Lee Filters Big Stopper ND Filter

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it was worth waiting for

By Ivana

I already have a few Lee's ND grad plates so I was familiar with quality of LEE's products. Before I have ordered it I made some research picking up some feedbacks and Big Stopper completely fulfill my expectations with very few surprises. For sure it is product for "I know what I am doing" photographers regarding to long exposures and sensor noise relationship. It took six months before I got it but it was sure worth waiting for. Gathered with other LEE's plates it helped me capture a couple...

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Lee's Big Stopper

By Lone H.

I use it on both Nikon 70-200 mm and 14-24mm. I love lanscape photography & bought it mainly on my Nikon 14-24mm. There is no holder for using Big Stopper for Nikon 14-24mm on the market. I created a holder that puts Big Stopper on the great landscape lens of Nikon, the 14-24mm f2.8 . In comestic view , it doesn't make the men interesting but it looks not bad and function so well . It was made by a piece of 1/4 " black plastic, two filter slots cutting from Cokin holder , Velcro and super g...

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Bring your long-exposure photography to new heights with the LEE Filters 100 x 100mm Big Stopper 3.0 Neutral Density Filter. This meticulously crafted filter offers a substantial 10-stop reduction in exposure, allowing you to capture ethereal and artistic images with ease. Constructed from premium high-quality optical glass, the Big Stopper guarantees exceptional image sharpness and clarity, preserving the integrity of your photographs.

Ideal for photographers who specialize in landscapes or creative visual effects, the Big Stopper excels in smoothing out water and cloud movement, creating a sense of motion and tranquility in your shots. Its neutral density design ensures there is no color cast, maintaining the natural hues and tones of your scene.

Compatible with a variety of lenses using inexpensive adapters, this versatile filter is a cost-effective solution for those looking to avoid purchasing multiple ND filters for different lens sizes. Whether you're capturing the serene flow of a waterfall, the majestic sweep of clouds across the sky, or the dynamic energy of an urban setting, the LEE Filters Big Stopper helps you achieve professional-level long exposure photography with remarkable simplicity.

Photographers who have integrated the Big Stopper into their workflow have praised its build quality and performance, noting that it lives up to the LEE legacy of excellence. With the support of the Adorama team, you can confidently explore the possibilities of long exposure photography and expand your creative horizons.

Lee Filters Big Stopper ND Filter Features

  • The BIG Stopper: A glass filter that reduces exposure by approximately 10 stops.
  • Available in the following sizes: Glass Camera Filter 100mm x 100mm

Warranty Information

This product has a limited lifetime warranty.

Key Features

  • Capture dreamy long exposures with this Lee Filters 10-stop neutral density filter.
  • Achieve cinematic motion blur & shallow depth of field, even in bright daylight!
  • The Big Stopper ND filter reduces light for creative control; perfect for landscapes.
  • Single-coated glass ensures sharp images; a must-have photography filter for pros.
  • Durable 100x100mm filter in a protective tin; built to last through every shoot.
  • Easy to use rectangular ND filter; slide it into your 100mm filter holder system.

What's in the box:

  • Lee Filters 100 x 100mm Big Stopper 3.0 Neutral Density Filter
  • Tin Filter Case
  • Lee Filters Lifetime Limited Warranty