Combining three distinct effects within a single filter, the Tiffen 6.6x6.6" IRND 1.2 Digital Diffusion FX 1/2 Filterfrom Tiffen 6.6x6.6" IRND 1.2 Digital Diffusion FX 1/2 Filteroffers a 4 stop exposure reduction, attenuates infrared wavelengths, and slightly softens skin details and textured backgrounds. Intended for use with high definition video capture with CMOS and CCD sensors, this filter compensates for the extended red sensitivity of these sensor designs in order to produce cleaner, more accurate colors and also takes the over-sharpened "digital edge" off for a smoother image quality. The filter is constructed from water white optical glass for maintained clarity and measures 6.6 x 6.6" / 167.6 x 167.6mm to pair well with lightweight or clip-on matte boxes.

IRND and Diffusion Combination Filter    4 Stop Neutral Density Filter    Attenuates Infrared Wavelengths    Greater Control Over Exposures    No. 1/2 Density Digital Diffusion    Softens Skin Details    Smoothes Textured Backgrounds    Ideal for High Definition Video Capture    Water White Glass Construction

Alleviating the need to use multiple filters at once, this filter combines three distinct effects to reduce the number of filter surfaces in use.

IRND 1.2 filter offers a 4 stop exposure reduction to permit working with longer shutter speeds or wider aperture settings than normally required.

Infrared attenuating design is proportionate to the neutral density value, and helps to ensure clean, accurate colors and true blacks.

Digital Diffusion/FX effect softens skin details and textured backgrounds for a smoother image quality.

No. 1/2 diffusion strength provides the least amount of softening, which is less than the 1 strength.

Well-suited to high definition video applications where an over-sharpened "digital look" is undesirable.

Diffusion design remains invisible when lens is stopped down for greater versatility in exposure control.

Constructed from water white optical glass for maintained image quality.

Measures 6.6 x 6.6" / 167.6 x 167.6mm and is ideally suited for use with lightweight clip-on matte boxes.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Why is it taking so long for this lens to become available? Are there production issues?

A: Olympus has not stated if there were any issues in particular. In any event, the lens is in stock and ready for you to order one.

Q: 2. Is the manual focus ring on this lens different from other Olympus pro lenses? The one I have is not as smooth as my 45mm f1.2

A: We are not sure if you mean tactical or function smoothness. All the lenses made by Olympus have very similar grip so they should all feel about the same. If manually focusing the movement of the ring is not smooth, you might consider exchanging your lens if you just purchased it.

Q: 3. Will the 17mm f/1.2 Pro work in ProCapture Low mode?

A: Yes this lens can work in Pro Capture Low Mode when shooting with the OM-D E-M1 Mark II.

Q: 4. I meant to ask if the contacts allowed focus peaking on the X-E3 and not focus stacking?

A: Yes, focus peaking will be available using this lens.

Q: 5. Would this lens as well as the other Pro prime lenses be too heavy for the PEN bodies?

A: I don't find this lens or the Oly 25mm f/1.2 PRO lens to be too large or too heavy for my Pen-F. I also use the 12-100MM f/4 PRO on the Pen-F and think that maybe this lens is about at the limit of size and weight for this body. I do prefer to use the Olympus ECG-4 Grip for the Pen-F, which I do not believe detracts from the compact size or appearance of the camera, but markedly improves handling with these larger PRO lenses.

Q: 6. Does this lens support the OM-1 Focus Stacking setting?

A: Yes, the Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 17mm f/1.2 PRO Lens supports the OM-1 Focus Stacking setting.

Q: 7. The Olympus digital 1.4 teleconverter is listed as recommended accessory. Are they compatible to use together?

A: No, the Olympus MC-14 M.Zuiko Digital 1.4x Teleconverter will not work with the OM SYSTEM M.Zuiko Digital ED 45mm f/1.2 PRO Lens.

Q: 8. Does the hood rattle a little bit for anybody else? It's not loose enough that I think it's broken or about to come off or anything, but it still feels a tiny bit loose when handled. It just surprised me coming from the PL8-18 (which has the same button release design), the hood on that one has absolutely 0 play and feels like it's completely part of the lens (even reversed).

A: A tiny bit loose, but not enough to rattle. No different than other Oly Pro lenses. I'd rather have it like this than too snug.

Q: 9. What is the diameter of this lens? As in, if I were to put on a seamless follow focus, what size should I use?

A: The outer diameter is 89.8mm.

Q: 10. Is the Viltrox 27mm F/1.2 suitable for video capture?How well is the autofocus in video mode?

A: The Viltrox 27mm f/1.2 Lens (FUJIFILM X) has fast and accurate autofocus in video mode. It works very well for video recording.