The Tiffen 46mm Warm Soft FX 3 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 3. Grades of 1/2, 1, 2, 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, 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    46mm 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
• 46mm front filter threads allow for use with other filters
• Plastic case included for storage and transport

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Is the Tiffen solar ND, 18-stop filter (P/N TI77ND54) a true neutral density filter, or does it give an orange tint?

A: The Tiffen Solar ND Filter (77mm, 18-Stop, Special 50th Anniversary Edition) is a true neutral filter and doesn't give an orange tint.

Q: 2. Will these work with the DJI Zenmuse X5 15mm lens?

A: These filters will work on any lens with a 46mm filter thread

Q: 3. Will this fit a Nikon drop-in holder?

A: Unfortunately, solar filters are not to be used in a drop in holder. The lens will get too hot when pointed at the sun and the aperture blade may melt. The solar filter needs to be placed on the front of the lens.

Q: 4. If I’m shooting an eclipse event but not the sun/moon directly—just people—is this filter still needed to protect my gear?

A: This Solar Filter is used when you're shooting directly at the sun during the eclipse. This would be too dark to use for normal photography.

Q: 5. Is this filter ISO 12312-2:2015 compliant?

A: No, the Tiffen Solar ND Filter (67mm, 18-Stop, Special 50th Anniversary Edition) is not ISO 12312-2 compliant and therefore not safe for direct viewing of the Sun. The filter, like most on the market, will protect your camera and allows for safe solar photography only. It's advised that you still wear protective eyewear.

Q: 6. what size are they?

A: These filters fit on lenses with a 46mm filter thread.

Q: 7. This item has a warning on it stating that it is not safe for solar photography or viewing the sun. Is it suitable or not?

A: The warning, is meant for viewing. The filter does not protect the eyes from harmful light of the sun. So use the back of the Screen of your camera or a mirrorless camera.

Q: 8. Does this filter also act as a UV/IR cut filter? Would it be beneficial to get a separate UV/IR cut filter as well?

A: The Tiffen Solar ND Filter (67mm, 18-Stop, Special 50th Anniversary Edition) does not cut UV or IR light.

Q: 9. Can these be stacked -- screwed together?

A: Yes, they can be screwed together

Q: 10. Will this filter fit the Nikon AF-S 200-500mm 1:5.6E ED lens?

A: Yes the Tiffen Solar ND Filter (95mm, 18-Stop, Special 50th Anniversary Edition)with fit the Nikon 200-500mm lens.