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Control light and colourdirectly on your RAW images at time of shooting ;

Keep the quality of your images without excessive post production work ;

Create specific effectssaving time on your computer.

A n e w c o n c e p t

o f i m a g e c r e a t i o nu s i n g a d v a n c e d t e c h n o l o g i e s

f o r a m a t e u r s a n d p r o f e s s i o n a l s .

Adaptor ring

Filter-holderFilter

THE SYSTEMACCESSORIESCOLOUR FILTERSGRADUATEDCENTER SPOTSDIFFUSERSPOLARIZERSOPTICAL EFFECTSSPECIAL EFFECTS

> COKIN + COMPUTER

Digital Professional photographers andkeen amateurs highly value the RAW capture as theywell know that any software manipulation wouldresult in a loss of quality of their images.The same reckonthat many of the COKIN effects can't be produced oncomputer whatever the performance of the software.This is particularly true with all effects related to lightmanagement (light polarization,light balance,brightnesscontrol,etc) where the quality of the image is fully relatedto light expertise at time shooting.

This is why most of them now combine the use ofCOKIN filters with post-production work. Filtersnot only offer an indispensable support but alsoa considerable amount of time saving in postproduction software job.

> T H E C O K I N S Y S T E M

On the market for over 40 years and distributed in more than 100 countries,the COKIN CREATIVE Filter System launched a new concept of image creation.

Using the most advanced technologies, the COKIN SYSTEM is designed forall photographer profiles, whether they are amateurs or professionals.Key words are simplicity and rapidity of use, leaving full room for your individual inspiration and creativity.The efficiency of the COKIN System hasalready convinced millions of photographers worldwide, you are the next !

Photographiy is Art... the Photographer is the artist...The filter is only the brush !

...slide the filter into one of the filter-holder slots.

...slide the filter-holder on the adaptor ring until it

snaps in place...

> T H E C O K I N S Y S T E M

Screw the adaptor ring on to your lens...

A SeriesComprises a complete range of COKIN filters for standard lenseswith diameters up to 62 mm. Recommended for focal lengths 35mmonwards (35mm format). Filters are 67mm wide.

P SeriesFor larger diameter lenses up to 82 mm and focal lengths below 35 mm(35mm format). Specially adapted to today’s digital SLR’s. Filters are84mm wide.

Z-PRO SeriesSpecially adapted to 100mm (4”) filters and designed for medium formatcameras as well as wide-angle focal lenghts below 20 mm (35mm format).For lenses up to 96 mm. This Series is also well adapted to prosumer andprofessional video cameras.

X-PRO SeriesSpecially designed for medium and large format cameras as well as wide-angle focal lengths below 15 mm (35mm format). This Series is also welladapted to prosumer and professional video cameras. For lenses up to118 mm. Filters are 130mm wide.


> T H E C O K I N F I L T E R - H O L D E R S

The COKIN filter-holder - A - P - Z - X SeriesFits onto the camera lens by snapping on the adaptor ringto be screwed onto the lens. Make sure your adaptor ringcorresponds to your lens diameter.

> T H E C O K I N A C C E S S O R Y S Y S T E M

The COKIN Creative System is well known for its versatility and relevance.The widerange of smart accessories are precious tools to add up the little somethingwhich will provide your images the unique touch to make the difference.Check out the possibilities of the COKIN SYSTEM, you will be amazed by its superbcreative possibilities.The COKIN Accessory System is your tool case, play with it !

S O C O M P L E T E & E A S Y T OP L A Y W I T H !

Fully modular Complete tool system Really easy to use


A252/P252

Ring Cap - A & P SeriesA lens cap that fits onto the adaptor ring. The filter-holder canthus be changed rapidly from one lens to another, an adaptor ringremains on each lens, the cap thus protecting both ring and lens.

Holder Cap - A & P SeriesA filter-holder cap is particularly useful for all those who wish toleave permanently the filter-holder on the lens. This adaptablecover slides into the narrow slot nearest the filter-holder housing,thus perfectly protecting the camera lens.

A254/P254

Coupling Ring - A & P SeriesThe coupling ring enables you to attach a second filter-holder, therebyincreasing the number of filters used. It slides into the filter-holderouter slot and is particularly useful for orientating square filters indifferent directions (graduated, multi-images filters etc.).

A253/P253

Universal Ring - P & X SeriesFor lenses with non-standard diameters. Attached to the outsideof the lens, the universal ring will fit on all 84mm ( P Series) orXXmm (X-PRO Series)

499

Extension RingsSome wide-angle and video zoom lenses have a retractablelens assembly which means that the COKIN filter-holdermay inhibit the use of some focal lengths. To remedythis situation, add one or several ”extension rings”between the lens and the adaptor ring of thefilter-holder.

350

Modular Bellows - A - P - Z - X SeriesThe COKIN Modular Bellows is a unique, flexible and self-supportinglens shade which can fit almost any camera available thanks to asimple COKIN adaptor ring. The bellows provides excellent controlover the ambient light conditions and cuts the glare out for cleanand sharp images. An integrated COKIN Filter-Holder is solidly fixedat the rear end of every bellows.

A/P & Z/P AdaptorsThe A/P adaptor lets you use "A" filters with a "P" holder. It is thereforenot necessary to buy "P" filters if you already own equivalent "A" filters.Vignetting may nevertheless occur at short focal lengths, and youshould therefore watch out for this. In the same way, the Z/P adaptorlets you use ”Z” filters on a “P” Holder.

P249 - P362

P299

Wide-Angle Holder - P SeriesThis extra slim Holder helps to eliminate vignetting down to 20mmfocal length. Accepts/Can hold 1 filter (can be a polarizer) and allowsthe use of filters with super wide lenses (focal lengths under 20mm(35mm format).

A255/P255

Modular Hood - A & P SeriesThe COKIN modular lens hood intensifies contrasts and eliminatesunwanted reflections. It fits simply onto the filter-holder by just pressingon the upper and lower parts of the lens hood. You can attach severalmodular hoods to one another, depending on the focal length of yourlens. It is also a wonderful tool for more creativity.

Storage Boxes - A & P SeriesVery useful filter box to store

and carry 10 COKIN filters.

A305/P305

AUTOFOCUS ROTATION

Remove the nipple at the baseof the filter-holder for freerotation with autofocus lenses.You merely need to hold thefilter-holder horizontal withjust two fingers.

Magnetic-Holder - A SeriesThis innovative Magnetic Holder sticks easily by“magnetism” via a self adhesive magnetic ring tothose lenses without thread and which couldn’taccept filters up to now. You can now enjoy thefull use of the COKIN filters on your compact-typedigital camera or camcorder.

A400

A300

Digital Shoe Holder - A SeriesAdjustable holder that attachesto the tripod socket in the baseof your camera and positionsthe filter-holder in front of yourlens. The screw slides along thegrooves of the Shoe filter-holderso as to allow correct positioningunderneath the camera.The filter-holder mounts mustbe correctly positioned facingthe lens so as to work properlyonce the filters are inserted.Then, once you have found theideal position for the Holder,tighten the screw underneaththe camera tripod socket.


306

Wallets - A - P - Z - X SeriesVery convenient and easy-to-use filter wallets. Aroom for up to 7 filters + filter-holder and adaptorrings. Removable compartments pouch which, onceremoved, allows to place the 305 empty box for 10filters according to the photographers ‘s needs.Withneck strap and belt attachment.

> F I L T E R - H O L D E R S F O R C O M P A C T T Y P E C A M E R A S

> C O L O U R F I L T E R S

The Cokin range of Colour filters are technical tools.They are for you if you want to :

> warm up your portrait shots ;> correct colour dominants ;> diminish excess luminosity ;> control the greenish tones of neonlights ;> create night effects in broad daylight ;> select grey tones adapted to your theme in

black and white photography ;> stop uv rays ;> play infrared in both analog or digital.


> G R A D U A T E D

COKIN graduated filters are precious tools for alllovers of landscape photography, for both artists andtechnical experts. They will help you to :

> re-establish the balance between colours and reduce contrast between the different parts of your image ;

> colour the skies according to your inspiration - blue,tobacco, fluo, mauve ;

> create or enhance sunsets.


> C E N T E R S P O T S

These filters maintain the clarity of the main subjectat the same time as diffusing the surroundings :

> concentrates attention on the subject, enhancing its importance ;

> progressively softens foreground and background ;> brings a halo of colour to your pictures in harmony

with the theme or atmosphere chosen.


> D I F F U S E R S

Cokin Diffuser and Pastel filters bring a gentle andromantic atmosphere to your images.They allow a moresubtle interpretation of your subjects, far removed fromaggressive lighting, bright colours and excessivecontrast.

> softens, controls, diminishes, lights and colours ;> creates romantic or dream atmospheres.


> P O L A R I Z E R S

Circular or Linear Polarizers, Polacolors or Varicolors, all arehigh-tech filters which model and paint, thoughtfully, withlight. They assist you to :

> enhance blue colour of your skies ;> diminish or eliminate or colour reflections on glass

surface or water ;> vary the intensity of colours ;> colours reflections ;> create colour shades and specific tones.


> O P T I C A L E F F E C T S

These filters, in which optical effects predominate,have little or no effect on colours. They allow you to :

> transform light sources into a shower of stars ;> create a dream atmosphere ;> have closer and sharper look at small details ;> create spectacular or humorous effects such as multiple

parallel, mirage or extended images and reflections.> zoom and movement effects ;


> S P E C I A L E F F E C T S

Most filters are perfect in combinaition or addition to postproduction work. The digital world has made us to forget thatfilters are also stand alone tools where creativity can be executedwithout a computer. Come into the COKIN magic shop :

> varnishes, brushes and tubes to reproduce the themes of impressionist paintings ;

> custom-made rainbows ;> black frames for double and multiple explosure ;> romantic symbols, hearts, cheeky keyholes, all for framing ;> hallucinating gelatine colours.

N O C O M P U T E RN E E D E D !


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