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Tiffen 4x5.65" Black Diffusion FX 1/2 Filter

SKU:
516439
Recommended Price 501.09 414.12 -8% Special Price 462.99 382.64
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Highlights

  • Cinematic Glow: Creates a soft, ethereal atmosphere by diffusing strong light sources.
  • Image Clarity: Maintains sharp detail and resolution while softening the overall aesthetic.
  • Skin Smoothing: Minimizes the appearance of facial blemishes and fine lines for portraits.
  • Contrast Control: Provides a slight reduction in contrast for a more filmic look.
  • ColorCore Technology: Precision-engineered laminated glass ground to 1/10,000th of an inch tolerance.
  • Matte Box Compatible: Standard 4x5.65 inch size for professional cinema and video production.
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Tiffen 4x5.65" Black Diffusion FX 1/2 Filter product description

Professional Diffusion for Cinematic Visuals

The Tiffen 4x5.65" Black Diffusion FX 1/2 Filter is engineered to diffuse strong light entering the lens, producing a signature glowing effect that adds an ethereal quality to your footage. Unlike standard diffusion filters that can sometimes muddy the image, the Black Diffusion FX series ensures that the resulting visuals appear softer and more dream-like without a significant loss of clarity or fine detail.

Advanced Light Control

This filter works by utilizing small internal aberrations to spread light more evenly across the frame. This creates a soft glow around highlights rather than the harsh, clinical sharpness often found in unfiltered digital sensors. The 1/2 density offers a balanced level of softening, providing a moderate effect that sits between the subtle 1/4 and the more pronounced 1 density.

  • Ethereal Atmosphere: Perfect for creating dream-like sequences and romantic moods in narrative filmmaking.
  • Portrait Optimization: Naturally softens skin textures and reduces the visibility of blemishes and fine lines.
  • Optical Precision: Manufactured using Tiffen's proprietary ColorCore technology for consistent performance.

Durable Construction and Compatibility

Tiffen filters are built to withstand the rigors of professional production environments. The ColorCore process involves laminating the filter substrate between two pieces of optical glass and grinding it flat to a tolerance of 1/10,000th of an inch. This specific filter measures 4x5.65 inches, making it compatible with standard cinema matte boxes used in professional video and motion picture photography.

Specifications

Weight (gr.)
200
Manufacturer
Tiffen
Filter type
Diffusion
Filter size
4" × 5.65"
Filter Strength
1/2
EAN
049383199871
Manufacturer Item code
4565BDFX12

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