The Tiffen 58mm Soft FX 1 Filter for Photographycan be applied to purposely reduce the appearance of blemishes and wrinkles in portraits or to apply a general soft-focus effect while maintaining overall sharpness. An array of small lenses distributed within the surface of this filter smooths fine lines and textures, which can be useful for creating a more flattering result of a subject.

This filter has a grade of 1. Grades of 1/2, 2, 3, 4, and 5 are also available where this filter type's effect becomes approximately twice as strong with each grade number increase. When higher grade numbers are applied, a halation effect around highlights can be created to further enhance a subject's appearance or produce a desired effect.

This filter is constructed from optical glass for clarity as well as color fidelity. It is made using ColorCore technology, a process that involves laminating the filter substrate between two pieces of optical glass and grinding flat to a tolerance of 1/10,000th of an inch, and then mounting to precision metal rings.

Soft-Focus Effect    Reduces Subject Blemishes and Wrinkles    Maintains Overall Sharpness    Optical Glass Construction    ColorCore Technology    58mm Front Filter Threads    Plastic Case

• General soft-focus effect while maintaining overall sharpness
• Reduces the appearance of blemishes and wrinkles
• Provides a smoother appearance of fine lines and textures
• Constructed from optical glass for clarity and color fidelity
• 58mm front filter threads allow for use with other filters
• Plastic case included for storage and transport

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Whats the thickness of this filter?

A: 4mm

Q: 2. Will this filter cause vignetting on a 24 mm lens such as the Nikon 24-120 VR?

A: It should not at 24mm. The determining factors are the body you are shooting (full frame or cropped sensor). Full frame cameras are more likely to have vignetting issues. There are so many camera & lens combinations it is impossible for us to test with all of them. If you want to be sure, you can purchase item # 77WIDHZE, which has lower profile rings to avoid vignetting:https://a href= http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/163477-REG/Tiffen_77WIDHZE_77mm_UV_Haze_1_Wide.html target= _blank www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/163477-REG/Tiffen_77WIDHZE_77mm_UV_Haze_1_Wide.html/a

Q: 3. Will this Tiffen 4mm filter fit in a Lee Filters 100mm holder if I get the optional 4mm spacers? 4 inches is slightly longer than 100mm.

A: Yes this Tiffen filter will fit a Lee Foundation Holder which is outfitted with the LEE Filters Side Guides for 4mm Thick Filters B&H # LESG4.

Q: 4. Would this orange filter be the same as a number 85 Orange filter?

A: The Tiffen #16 Orange Filter (58mm) differs from an 85 Orange color conversion filter. The Tiffen #16 Orange Filter (58mm) is a contrast filter for B&W images. Instead, get the Tiffen 58mm 85 Color Conversion Filter, BH #TI8558.

Q: 5. What cameras will this filter work on?

A: This filter works on film and digital cameras, and the 49mm size for this particular offering allows it to be mounted on any camera with a lens whose filter thread size is 49mm.

Q: 6. What is is the mm ring size?

A: Series 9 filters do not have threads. You use them with different size retaining and stepdown rings. The filter is 82.6 mm and the adapter ring is 87.5 mm.

Q: 7. Does this filter contaminates the bokeh balls with black spots or something else related to the diffusion filter?

A: Yes, the Tiffen Black Diffusion filter is designed with small aberrations to create a soft effect on your images and videos. However, the dots are invisible to the lens due to the proximity to your lens front element.

Q: 8. What is the recommended filter factor?

A: The Tiffen 58mm 812 Warming Filter has a filter factor of 1/3 stop.

Q: 9. Is it threaded in front so it can retain lens cap?

A: The Tiffen Multicoated UV Protection Filter (55mm) has a 55mm front thread accesory. You can connect the 55mm lens cap on top of the filter.

Q: 10. Does this filter come with a case or padded pouch?

A: Tiffen MPTV filters come with a padded pouch