Tiffen 72mm Ultra Contrast 5 Filter

Professional Contrast Control for High-Dynamic Range Scenes

The Tiffen 72mm Ultra Contrast 5 Filter is engineered to reveal hidden details in shadow areas by utilizing ambient light from both the image area and the surrounding environment. Unlike standard filters, it lowers contrast uniformly across the entire frame without sacrificing sharpness, making it an essential tool for photographers and cinematographers working in challenging lighting conditions.

While traditional low-contrast filters primarily focus on opening shadows, the Ultra Contrast series manages the entire image range. This specific Grade 5 filter provides a significant reduction in contrast, allowing for a more balanced exposure in scenes with extreme brightness variations. Crucially, this effect is achieved without introducing flare or halation from direct light sources or specular reflections.

Precision Engineering and ColorCore Technology

Built to the highest industry standards, this filter features Tiffen's proprietary ColorCore glass. This specialized manufacturing process involves laminating the filter material between two pieces of optical glass ground to a tolerance of one ten-thousandth of an inch. The result is exceptional color consistency and durability, housed in a precision-machined aluminum ring for a secure fit on any 72mm lens.