The Schneider 4x5.65 True-Net Black 3 Filteris designed to purposely create a net diffusion effect within an entire scene or image. Embedded inside this filter's glass is a black-colored stocking material that softens focus and reduces glare, which can be useful for creating a more flattering image of a subject or scene. The stocking material's black color can help maintain a scene's existing color balance and contrast. By applying the Schneider 4 x 5.65" True-Net Black 3 Filter instead of pulling a stocking directly over a lens, the desired net diffusion effect can be consistently and reliably obtained by eliminating the risk of overstretching or tearing the stocking material in use.

When the respective film type or white balance setting that corresponds to the primary light source is selected, those combined diffusion, contrast, and color effects can be obtained while this filter is used on a film camera system or on a digital camera system. Film cameras with black-and-white film installed or digital cameras configured to record monochromatic footage or imagery can utilize the Schneider 4 x 5.65" True-Net Black 3 Filter's diffusion and contrast effects only.

This filter has a grade of 3. Grades of 1 or 2 are also available where this filter type's effect becomes approximately twice as strong with each grade number increase.

Schneider True-Net Beige Filters that can add a warming hue to the entire scene or image are separately available. Schneider True-Net Gray Filters that can help maintain a scene's existing color balance but with a greater reduction of contrast are also separately available.

Net Diffusion with Soft-Focus Effect    Reduces Glare and Maintains Contrast    Water White Glass Construction    Embedded Black Stocking Material    Consistent and Repeatable Results    1.69x Filter Factor, 0.76 Stop    Padded Pouch

• Can be applied to purposely create a net diffusion effect within an entire scene or image
• Filter glass is embedded with a black-colored stocking material that softens focus and reduces glare, which can be useful for creating a more flattering image of a subject or scene
• Stocking material's black color can help maintain a scene's existing color balance and contrast
• Constructed from Water White glass for optical clarity and color fidelity
• 1.69x filter factor provides a 0.76 stop exposure reduction
• Padded pouch included for storage and transport

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. I am looking to mount this into a rotatable tray for a matte box tray. Is the diameter of this unmounted filter exactly 4.5"? It seems the stated diameter of the mounted variety is also 4.5"

A: Schneider lists on their site that the Schneider 4.5" Unmounted Circular True-Polarizing Water White Glass Filter BH #SCCPU4.5 • MFR #68-019902 is 4.5".

Q: 2. Can you confirm the threading on this filter?Is it 138mm diameter with 1mm pitch?How deep is the overall thread?What is the overall thickness of the filter? (or more importantly the thickness excluding the rear thread)Unfortunately the manufacturer lists very minimal information on their website and I can't find any detailed pictures to deduce the important dimensions from.

A: It is a 138 mm diameter but there are no threads on this filter. I use it in the rear dounut of a matte box.

Q: 3. The thickness of it? Thanks

A: 4mm

Q: 4. What is the thickness 2mm or 4mm?

A: This filter is 4mm thick.

Q: 5. Can I use it with a digital cinema camera? I use blackmagic ursa mini 4k (and don't usually use the autofocus) or should i get the circular one?

A: I use it on my Red Dragon when I use my bright tangerine clip on matte box. It works fine. But, I also have a circular polarizer for my bigger matte box.

Q: 6. Does the filter come with a soft pouch?

A: Yes. It does.

Q: 7. Will this work with the ARRI K2.66128.0 F4 Filter Frame (for ARRI MMB 2)?

A: No, the Schneider 138mm Circular True-Polarizing Water White Glass Filter (B&H# SCCP138) is a 138mm (5.43") diameter filter whereas the ARRI Filter Frame Combo 4 x 4"/4.5" Round (B&H# ARK2.66128.0) (which you are referring to by its manufacturer model number of K2.66128.0) only accepts certain filters up to 4.5" in size.

Q: 8. Does this Schneider 4 x 4" Linear Polarizing Filter fit the tiffen holder?

A: Yes, just tried it and it fits perfectly.

Q: 9. Will this fit a Xeen 24mm Cine Lens?

A: No, the Schneider 4.5" Mounted True-Pol Linear Polarizer Filter is made for Third-Party or Custom Holders.

Q: 10. can this filter be used on the cokin z pro filter holder with the 5d mark 2 in manual focus?

A: Yes, this filter can be used on the Cokin Z Pro filter holder, since this filter holder will hold 4 filters. You are able to use manual focus as well.