The Schneider 5.65" 1mm Red True-Streak Filteris designed to be used perpendicular to a point light source such as the sun, a light bulb, or a candle. Within the filter's glass is a combination of fine line types whose action is limited to point light sources. Upon those light sources, those lines create the effect of a scene or image that has been recorded with an anamorphic lens and then displayed using a complementary reverse projection lens. This can result in prominent, elongated streaks that are symmetric and extend horizontally from each point light source for the purpose of drawing attention to a specific part of the frame, or to create a visually dramatic effect.

If an image or footage is captured with an anamorphic lens for the primary purpose of obtaining a greater aspect ratio than what is possible when only using spherical lenses on a 35mm format, the direct result will appear compressed and distorted. Projecting this compressed and distorted footage or imagery through a reverse anamorphic projection lens allows elements within the scene to be viewed in their correct proportions. A complementary effect of this process after it is completed is the creation of elongated, blue-colored, horizontally symmetrical highlights from point light sources that can extend through the frame.

Many cinematographers and photographers find this effect desirable and the Schneider 4 x 5.65" 1mm Red True-Streak Filter is intended to allow such highlights to be easily reproduced when using optics that do not have an anamorphic design. This filter renders the streaks it helps to create with a red hue, instead of the blue highlights generated when using traditional anamorphic optics that are not designed to suppress streaking. True-Streak Filters that are formulated to create orange, yellow, green, blue, pink, or violet banding instead of red are also available, as well as Clear True-Streak Filters that can allow existing colors or lack of colors displayed by point light sources to be maintained.

The line types within this filter's glass are placed 1mm apart from each other. True-Streak Filters with spaces of 4mm, 3mm, or 2mm between their lines are also available where this filter type's effect becomes progressively stronger as the spacing between those lines is decreased.

This filter is most effective for pictures where the light source used to generate the streak effect is a highlight with a significant degree of contrast from the rest of the image. It is constructed from water white glass for clarity as well as color fidelity.

Streak Effect from Point Light Source    Anamorphic, Symmetric, Elongated Streaks    Horizontal Streaks from Light Source    Red Color for Streaks    Water White Glass Construction    Padded Pouch

• Creates prominent, elongated streaks that are symmetric and extend horizontally from point light sources within a scene
• Draws attention to a specific part of the frame, or can create a visually dramatic effect
• Allows the effect of anamorphic optics upon highlights to be reproduced when using optics that do not have an anamorphic design
• Creates red-colored streaks
• Constructed from water white glass for optical clarity and color fidelity
• Padded pouch included for storage and transport

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Is the base supposed to be wonky? All 4 feet do not rest on a level surface. Is this on purpose or did I get a lemon?

A: Of course this item should offer stable support. Please contaqct our customer service: B&H Customer Service Team: Call: 800.221.5743 or 212.239.7765 Email: cs@bhphotovideo.com

Q: 2. So I just received my tilta matte box and when I put it on my 15mm Rod system (red dragon) unfortunately it sits not straight. First of all it is too high even though I adjusted it to the very bottom. Also, it sits more to the left if you are facing the matte box. What is the solution ? Should I buy 19mm rod adapter ? Thank you very much ?

A: I had a similar problem when I got mine. The matte box should come with a 19mm bracket that you can switch out for the 15mm. Once I did that and got a dovetail and bridge plate from wooden camera and it seemed to work fine. I was a little annoyed at this when I first got it as well but there are solutions for it...means you have to spend a little more money but I wanted a brigeplt and dovetail anyway. Let me know if there is anything else you come across. I hope that made sense.

Q: 3. Will, it fits with Tilta Advance Rig Cage for BMPCC? https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1490895-REG/tilta_ta_t01_a_g_tactical_assault_armor_camera.html

A: In order to mount the Tilta 4 x 5.65" Carbon Fiber Matte Box to the Tilta BMPCC 4K/6K Advanced Module, you will need to use 19mm to 15mm rod adapters. https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/products/rod-adapters/ci/26738/N/3837353669?filters=fct_rod-adapter-type_4970%3Arod-sleeve-adapters

Q: 4. 2 stage r 3 stage matte box

A: The Tilta 4 x 5.65 Carbon Fiber Matte Box B&H # TIMBT04 is a two stage matte box.

Q: 5. what is the filter thickness that fits in filter tray?

A: This system comes with two filter holders for 4 x 5.65" filters, which have a standard size for thickness. It should work with any 4 x 5.65" filter you have.

Q: 6. Does this work with this microphone? https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/844096-REG/Audio_Technica_AT2005USB_AT2005USB_Cardioid_Dynamic_USB_XLR.html/mode/edu. and are any other components necessary

A: Hi, yes this does work with the Audio Technica microphone. Please note, the shockmount in the picture is not included though. You may consider the Audio-Technica AT8410A Shock Mount (Spring Loaded) BH #AUAT8410A - https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/68138-REG/Audio_Technica_AT8410A_AT8410A_Shock_Mount.html. Thank you for shopping at B&H!

Q: 7. Does this fit into Arri LMB Mattboxes ?

A: Yes it fit into LMB5 -LMB25

Q: 8. Hi! Could you please tell me what the diameter of the front and rear elements of this lens are? Close approximations are fine! Thank you!

A: This is not a published specificatiopn. Please contact the manufacturer directly please: Schneider: Tel: 800-228-1254 Email jsioringas@centuryoptics.com

Q: 9. Which size OP/TECH Mini QD Loops, 1.0mm or 1.5mm, is the best fit for the strap lugs on the Canon G7X Mark II?

A: I have used the the 1.0mm on my G9X MKII for a year, no problems. I think the 1.0mm is a good fit vs. the 1.5mm. I wondered about the weight capacity of the 1mm vs the 1.5mm so I contacted the company. They said the weight capacity is the same, that the breaking point is not the cord, and that the safety factor is a 2.5 lb capacity for both the 1 and 1.5mm.

Q: 10. Does the B&H version of this matte box come with the 5 front sun shades pictured in some of the ebay listings?

A: Yes!