The Series-9 4pt/2mm Star Filter from Tiffen Series-9 Star Effect Filter 4pt/2mmcreates multiple points of light, or "stars," streaking outward from a central light source.  This filter comes in a rotating mount for critical placement of the star effect.

 Wedding photographers will especially appreciate the value of this filter. When it comes to special effects shots, why not offer your client a table shot of the menu or invitation next to a glowing, star-filled candle? Shooting at night? Make that street lamp take on a different, more dramatic appearance by using the star filter. Any point light source will achieve the effect.

Tiffen's ColorCore glass is produced through a process that entails permanently laminating the filter material in between two pieces of optical glass that are ground flat to tolerances of a ten-thousandth of an inch, then mounting them in precision aluminum rings.

Creates a Streaking Pattern    Use With Point Light Source    ColorCore Glass    Made in the USA    10-Year Warranty

The effect is produced by a series of thin lines etched into the flat optical surface of a clear filter

The size and brightness of the star lines produced are first a function of the size, shape, and brightness of the light source: You have additional control through the choice of a particular spacing between the lines on the filter

These spacings are measured in millimeters and range from 1mm to 4mm: A 1mm spacing has twice as many lines as a 2mm spacing and will produce a brighter star for any given source

Lines in one direction produce a two-pointed star, just a streak through the center of the light

Tiffen offers 4, 6, and 8 point symmetrical star effects as well as additional asymmetrical star patterns through their exclusive Hollywood FX Series (North, Hyper, Vector and Hollywood star effects)

Tiffen's ColorCore glass is sealed between two optical glass sheets. In this way, Tiffen can better control the various densities of their filters and thereby create more exact degrees of filtration. This process makes for greater accuracy of color as opposed to glass that is simply dyed and become subject to deviation during the dye process

Tiffen, a leader in the filter industry, proudly makes its filters in the USA and backs up its products with a solid 10-year warranty

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Is the 1mm filter version available too?

A: At this time we only offer the Self-Rotating 1mm Blue True-Streak Filter as a 77mm filter. We do not have it as 82mm. https://bhpho.to/2ML0A6p

Q: 2. Will this 4mm filter fit the standard NISI filter holder and does it come with the leatherette pouch?

A: NiSi Star Soft Astrophotography Filter (100 x 150mm) BH #NISS4X6 is 2mm .The filter is compatible with the V6 100mm holders and it comes with a brown leather soft case yes.

Q: 3. W'hich Hasselblad lenses is this filter compatible with?

A: There were several Hasselblad lenses that took/take a bay 60 filter. The most common being a 80mm cm lens.

Q: 4. Will this fit on a 50mm lens?

A: The Hoya Star 4X Filter (49mm) will fit on any 50mm that also has a 49mm thread, or any lens for that matter with a 49mm thread. Please check the thread size on the intended lens, some options will require a different sized threading.

Q: 5. Does this filter have a front thread?

A: Yes, the filter has a 52mm front thread.

Q: 6. My Tiffen 4x4 filters are not held tightly enough and tend to slip...can the filter tray be tightened?

A: Yes, just tighten the screws on the holder

Q: 7. Can it be used on hasselblad V lens?

A: Hasselblad Series 60 HSB (Bay 60) Softar I Effect Filter BH #HAS1S60 • MFR #30 51670 is specific to lenses with Hasselblad's exclusive Series 60 (Bay 60) filter size so you can use it on any filter with the same filter size.

Q: 8. Are these a good solution for using with Rokinon cine lens (which don’t have a filter thread to screw anything into)? Trying to work out how I use fixed ND and polarizer filters with the Rokinons without a matte box (when using on a gimbal).

A: It entirely depends on the Rokinon lens you are speaking of. Virtually all the Rokinon cine lenses take filters (on exception would be the 14mm) whereas the Rokinon Xeens cannot and you would most likely use this: NiSi 114mm Shatter-Proof Protector Filter B&H # NIR114EXP Generally on a gimbal, a matte box is not used and only one maybe two screw on filters would be considered for obvious size and weight issues. In order that we may further assist you, please write telling us in more detail of what you wish to do. sales@bhphoto.com.

Q: 9. Can this fit on a Tokina Opera 16-28mm. I already have a 77mm tiffen nd filter. Will this be useful?

A: No but you can use this Fotodiox filter holder kit and use 145mm filters: https://bhpho.to/2YI0Md2

Q: 10. Does the clear filter take color from whatever the light source is? i.e. if the source is orange, will the steak be orange? Then if the source is blue, will the streak be blue?

A: The color of the light source will be the color of the streak.