The Tiffen 5x5" Soft FX 1/2 Filtercan 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, 5 x 5" 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. Will 680nm to 800nm work well on a Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera? I used a 750nm IR cut and it still produced a very red image. Possibly thinking the BMPCC is more sensitive to light on the lower end (680nm) so was thinking about checking this filter out. Any info?

A: It would seem no one else has tried this idea. It sounds as though it might work. Try it and let us know what happens.

Q: 2. The stated range is 100', but what's the accuracy?

A: Given that this is a brand new item, which we have yet to receive in stock and therefore are unable to physically test at this time and where no user reports have been publicly shared, we can only rely on the manufacturer's stated range, which we assume to be tested and accurate.

Q: 3. Again, will this filter at 4mm fit my existing nisi filter holder and does it come with a leatherette filter pouch?

A: The NiSi Star Soft Astrophotography Filter (100 x 150mm) will fit in any filter holder that supports 100mm wide filter with a 2mm thickness such as the NiSi 100mm System V5 or V5 Pro or NiSi V6 100mm Filter Holder. It does come with the leather case.

Q: 4. Can you use the TOF.1 as well as 3 motors (focus, zoom, iris) at the SAME time? (I ask because I've read that the TOF.1 is supposed to be plugged into the middle motor port) Or, can they be daisy-chained? Thanks!

A: The MOTR.X motors, in particular, can be daisy-chained, allowing you to connect the TOF.1 to the MDR.X's middle motor port to be used concurrently with three motor units.

Q: 5. What mounting accessories are needed and which are already included? What are recommended accessories to mount this above the lens? I assume there needs to be some kind of arm.

A: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1421966-REG/smallrig_1885_nato_clamp.html Take a look at this. The SmallRig NATO Clamp. This can be mounted on most cages provided you with a way to attach The Teradek TOF.1 above the lens.

Q: 6. is this good to have just to listen to records and adjust eq?

A: You could use it for that but it is made for a lot of other functions as well.

Q: 7. does this have a caring case?

A: No, it does not.

Q: 8. Will this filter work on Nikkor 14-24mm lens?

A: The NiSi Star Soft Astrophotography Filter (150 x 170mm) could be used on the Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 14-24mm f/2.8G ED Lens, but you will need the NiSi 150mm Filter Holder for Nikon 14-24mm Lens. Here is the link:https://bhpho.to/3iD3uue.

Q: 9. Can I use on Canon 7 D or Cankn 5 D Mark 4?

A: for these camera systems we recommend the U-B series.

Q: 10. It says there is a requirement of After Effects 7, CS3, CS4 or CS5. Could you not use these sound effects in other audio editing programs?

A: For most of it you can use any audio software. The requirement is for the pre-scored audio tracks which live in AE files.