Neutral Density Filter Lee Filters Little Stopper 72mm — 6-stop light reduction

The Lee Filters Little Stopper 72mm is a neutral density screw-in filter that provides a fixed 6-stop reduction in light, enabling longer exposures and controlled motion blur in bright conditions. Designed for landscape, seascape and architectural photography, this Little Stopper uses high-end optical glass and multilayer nano coatings to resist scratches, moisture and fingerprints while remaining easy to clean. The filter includes an oversized machined-alloy outer ring for secure attachment and simple operation, and is supplied with a protective case and cleaning cloth.

Advantages

The 72mm Lee Filters Little Stopper delivers six stops of light reduction with a natural Stopper look, allowing slower shutter speeds for smooth water, cloud movement or pronounced motion blur. Its premium optical glass and multi-function nano coatings improve durability and maintenance, while the robust alloy outer ring ensures easy fitting and operation. The design minimises or eliminates vignetting even on wide-angle lenses.

Suitable for

• Landscape photography — long exposures to smooth water and clouds
• Seascape and coastal scenes — capture motion in waves and tides
• Architectural photography — blur moving elements while keeping structures sharp
• Creative long-exposure effects in daylight

Key specifications

• Type: Neutral Density (ND) screw-in filter
• Model: Lee Filters Little Stopper
• Filter size: 72 mm
• Light reduction: 6 stops
• Material: high-end optical glass with multilayer nano coatings
• Mount: oversized machined-alloy outer ring
• Includes: protective case and cleaning cloth
• Manufacturer MPN: ELLS72
• EAN: 5055782241184

How to use

Attach the 72mm Little Stopper to a lens with a 72mm thread or to a compatible filter holder following the lens thread direction. Compose and focus first, then fit the filter to avoid focus and metering errors, as the dense ND will reduce viewfinder brightness. Use a tripod for stable long exposures and select an appropriate shutter speed to achieve the desired motion blur. Metering should be done before fitting the filter or use exposure compensation or bracketing; consider using live view with magnification to confirm focus after fitting.

Usage recommendations

The Lee Filters Little Stopper is best used with a sturdy tripod and remote release or self-timer to prevent camera shake. For accurate exposure in bright daylight, pre-meter without the filter or add the 6-stop correction to your measured exposure. Clean filters with the supplied cloth and store in the protective case when not in use to maintain coating performance.