The Tiffen 77mm Warm Soft FX 5 Filtercan be applied to create a warm cast over an entire image while purposely reducing 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.

The warming effect of this filter can be obtained under daylight when this filter is used on a film camera system with daylight film installed, or on a digital camera system with its daylight white balance setting selected. This filter's overall coloration reflects a mired shift value of +45.

This filter has a grade of 5. Grades of 1/2, 1, 2, 3, and 4 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, Adds Warmth to Image    +45 Mired Shift Value    1.25x Filter Factor, +0.3 Stops    Reduces Subject Blemishes and Wrinkles    Maintains Overall Sharpness    Optical Glass Construction    ColorCore Technology    77mm 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
• Can add a warm cast over an entire image when used on a film camera system with daylight film installed, or on a digital camera system with its daylight white balance setting selected
• 1.25x filter factor reduces exposure by 0.3 stops
• Constructed from optical glass for clarity and color fidelity
• 77mm front filter threads allow for use with other filters
• Plastic case included for storage and transport

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. will this Tiffen 77mm fit on a GM 70 200mm lens? or should i get the Tiffen 82mm? it's for a present, so i do not understand how these measurements work. Thank you!

A: The diameter of the screw mount lens is often indicated (in mm) on the lens, along the outside edge of the front element, often with a greek letter Phi (circle with vertical line through it). If the lens isn't present, you might look up its specs on B&H website.

Q: 2. What is the filter factor for Tiffen 812 warming filter? Can I use canon software to warm up skin tone instead of buying this filter? If yes, how much correction in software will I need to mimic the effect of this filter?

A: The filter factor for the Tiffen 812 is 1/3 stop

Q: 3. Why isn't it available in 46mm filter size? That's the size most of my Micro Four Thirds lenses are.

A: Charles... this filter is available, but B&H does not list it on their website as it is considered Special Order . Please call B&H directly and tell them you would like to request they special order item # 46WPOL from Tiffen. I currently show a few of these in stock and they can be dropped shipped directly from Tiffen to you when ordered through B&H.

Q: 4. Can I use this to photograph a partial solar eclipse?

A: Read this B&H article about the eclipse. VND filter won't be dark enough. Article says you need solar filter or #14 welders glass.https://a href= http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/solar-observing/ci/33818/N/3583558376/sba?utm_source=appboy&utm_medium=push&utm_campaign=Eclipse%2020170802&utm_content=B target= _blank www.bhphotovideo.com/c/solar-observing/ci/33818/N/3583558376/sba?utm_source=appboy&utm_medium=push&utm_campaign=Eclipse%2020170802&utm_content=B/a

Q: 5. Would this filter eliminate glaring while photographing waterfalls?

A: The Tiffen Variable Neutral Density filter controls how much light enters your camera lens. By controlling the light you have greater control over shutter speed to do long exposures. You can shoot waterfalls with the camera on a tripod and blur the water giving the water a look of movement while everything else stays still. You can also control aperture to shoot wide open for shallow depth of field in bright situations where your camera would normally overexpose when shooting wide open. This filter will not eliminate reflected light, for this you need a Circular Polarizing filter.

Q: 6. Whats the outer diameter for the 82mm VND?

A: Tiffen 82mm Variable Neutral Density Filter has a 98mm outer diameter.

Q: 7. Will this fit the x100v?

A: The NiSi Allure Soft White Filter (FUJIFILM X100, Silver) should fit on your Fugifilm X100V without an issue.

Q: 8. How does the image through this filter compare with using the Black (not warm) Pro-Mist?

A: The Tiffen Warm Pro Mist is defined by utilizing the diffusion effect with an 812 warming filter for providing a general warmth to the image and for improving skin tones. This warming effect also helps to reduce blue sensitivity and for cutting through overly cool tones within the scene. The Black Pro Mist filter . Its unique layering of contrast combined with a gauzy paint like halation, function as a twist on the stand of the pro halation spill effect. Even at its lowest density, it delivers an effective and increase in the halation which adds a pleasing depth of warmth, but is not transported to the skin tone values.

Q: 9. How many stops will this filter give me compared to the 58CP filter?"

A: This Tiffen 72mm Variable Neutral Density Filter can reduce exposure from between 2 stops to 8 stops; the Tiffen 58mm Circular Polarizing Filter will reduce exposure about 1.2 stops.

Q: 10. will this work with my factory standard zoom (for 5Dmark3) Canon 24-70mm lens?

A: If you own the original Canon 24-70mm f/2.8L EF USM lens, or the new Canon EF 24-70mm f/4L IS USM Lens, B&H # CA24704LIS, both use 77mm filters and would work with the Tiffen 77mm Variable Neutral Density Filter listed above. However, the Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM Lens, B&H # CA247028LII, uses 82mm filters, and would not be compatible with the above filter.