The Tiffen 6x6" Soft/FX 1/2 Filter for Photographycan be applied to purposely reduce 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.

This filter has a grade of 1/2. Grades of 1/8, 1/4, 1, 2, 3, 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 and is compatible with filter holders that can accommodate 4mm-thick, 6 x 6" rectangular filters. 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.

Soft-Focus Effect    Reduces Subject Blemishes and Wrinkles    Maintains Overall Sharpness    4mm-Thick Optical Glass Construction    ColorCore Technology    Padded Pouch

• General soft-focus effect while maintaining overall sharpness
• Reduces the appearance of blemishes and wrinkles
• Provides a smoother appearance of fine lines and textures
• Constructed from optical glass for clarity and color fidelity
• Padded pouch included for storage and transport

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. How many stops of lights get lost?

A: The following unit offers a 2.5 light loss.

Q: 2. For taking direct pictures of the sun does the sun come out black and white (b+w) only?

A: No. It is color. It will shade the lens for longer exposure. Love mine!

Q: 3. Does this filter block IR spectrum?

A: It "attenuates" or reduces IR interference during long exposures to prevent color casts. It does not fully block IR.

Q: 4. Does this fabric have grommets for tieing to frames?

A: The fabric does have grommets for securing the fabric to a frame.

Q: 5. Can this type of ND filter be used as stack up filter, 2-stop + 4-stop = 6-stop?

A: Yes you can , its always best not to stack filters

Q: 6. Where is this filter made?

A: According to our records, the Formatt Hitech 77mm Firecrest ND 1.8 Filter (6-Stop) is made in the UK. Please note that this is subject to change at any time.

Q: 7. Will this filter be SLIM ENOUGH to slot into a Canon 300/2.8 and 400/2.8 lens? I have the drop-in filter holder that accommodates 52mm screw-in filters, but they need to be SLIM enough to fit into the drop-in slot on top of the 300 and 400 mm lenses. Will it work?

A: There is no published list of compatible filters for that filter holder--the only filters guaranteed to fit are those provided by Canon. Because the Formatt Hitech 52mm Firecrest ND 1.5 Filter (5-Stop) has a "super-slim" design, it may work.

Q: 8. Is this filter stackable with another circular filter?

A: It is with a filter of the same size or with a step up or down ring to the same size in this case 77mm.

Q: 9. Is this a solid piece of fabric or are there seams running across the face of the diffuser?

A: There no seam, it's one piece of cloth.

Q: 10. Does this rag come with a storage bag? Does it come with the ties as well?

A: No. units are shipped in clear packaging. storage bag must be provided by end-user.