Tiffen 4X5.65" Black Diffusion/Fx 3 Filter

Tiffen 4x5.65" Black Diffusion/fx 3 Filter

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The Tiffen 4x5.65" Black Diffusion/FX 3 Filterdiffuses strong light entering the lens and produces a glowing effect. While the resulting image appears softer and ethereal, there is little loss of clarity or detail. This filter works by diffusing the light entering the lens with small aberrations; by spreading the light more evenly, a soft glow is created rather than the sharp, well-defined image when shooting without a filter. The 3 density provides more softening than the 2, but less than the 4.

Tiffen filters are made using ColorCore technology, a process that involves laminating the filter substrate between 2 pieces of optical glass and grinding flat to a tolerance of 1/10,000th of an inch. This filter measures 4 x 5.65" / 101.6 x 143.5mm.

Diffusion Filter Creates Glow Effect Softens Skin and Blemishes Slight Reduction in Contrast ColorCore Technology

Parameters
Size	4 x 5.65" / 101.6 x 143.5 mm
Front Accessory Thread / Bayonet	No
Packaging Info
Package Weight	0.5 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	6.4 x 5.2 x 1.1"

Diffuser filter provides an ethereal quality to photographs, resulting in a dream-like atmosphere.

Soft image quality does not detract from the overall detail of the image.

Light entering the lens is diffused by small aberrations, creating a soft glow rather than the sharp, well-defined image when shooting without a filter.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Do I need to take special care when cleaning the CineBloom Diffusion Filter?

A: To clean the Moment 82mm CineBloom Diffusion Filter (10% Density) I would recommend a high quality micro fiber cloth and lens cleaner like this one. https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1097470-REG

Q: 2. is this authentic brand?

A: Yes, this is a genuine Epson product.

Q: 3. If I'm using a VND, does it matter if I put the Cinebloom in front of the lens or in front of the VND?

A: If your variable neutral density (VND) filter has 58mm filter threads on the front of the filter, then no, it should not matter if you place the Moment 58mm CineBloom Diffusion Filter (10% Density) in front of the VND filter or if you place the VND filter in front of the Moment 58mm CineBloom Diffusion Filter (10% Density).

Q: 4. is this pretty much a Black Pro-Mist 1/4 Filter?

A: The effect of the Moment 49mm CineBloom Diffusion Filter (10% Density) is very close to a Black Pro-Mist 1/4 Filter.

Q: 5. As there are no filter numbers listed on the filters... It is very difficult to identify them. Are the packaged in a specific order?

A: That brand is not marked or in a specific order.Rosco gels are marked.Rosco Diffusion Filter Kit (12 x 12 ) B&H # RODFK1212 MFR # 110120120001.And this might be helpful to have as well, Rosco Cinegel Swatchbook, B&H # ROSBCR MFR # 950SBCNG0103

Q: 6. Are these ridged or not?

A: These are not rigid.

Q: 7. hello,is it a diffusion filter for the older Dracast 2000LED panel (the 2013 version, not the blue one) ? thank you !

A: No, that filter is for the new LED2000 Panel. And the manufacture says they do not have one for the old version.

Q: 8. Is this only for LED 500's with barn doors? I just received mine and they are nowhere close to fitting perfectly inside the light.

A: These filters need this Barndoor / Filter holder. Dracast Barndoors for LED500 BH #DRBD500 • MFR #DR-BARN500

Q: 9. Can this VND setup be used next to another Rota Tray with just a CP, so I can have both VND and CP? Will this work?

A: The Tiffen Multi Rota Tray Variable Neutral Density Kit with Extra 4x5.65" Circular Polarizer has a rotating ROUND CP that is permanently in the tray, and could be used alone for CP. When combined with one of the included Tiffen 4 x 5.65" Circular Polarizer Filters, which would take up another space in your Matte Box, it becomes a variable ND solution. Tiffen also includes a spare 4x5.65" Circular Polarizer as a backup.

Q: 10. Can these be used in a 500W fresnel? What is their burn rating?

A: Unfortunately, the manufacturer does not list the heat rating of these filters. However, if using them with the proper filter frame for a 500 watt fresnel, they would work fine.

Dave	27/09/2024
[0.5 lb] I bought this filter for HDSLR video use. The 1/2 grade provides a very subtle diffusion effect with minimal contrast loss. Ultimately, it takes the edge off of HDSLR video and provides a very close alternative to that elusive film look. 5

Sebastian	05/09/2024
[0.5 lb] If you're looking at this filter you likely already know what it is for, and sure enough it does exactly what Tiffen say. Optical resolution drops down but contrast loss and halation are kept to an absolute minimum. Strangely, if you look at Tiffen's triangle of diffusion diagram you'll see they put this filter halfway between resolution reduction and halation, implying you will get some soft highlight spreading. You absolutely do not and I don't know why that particular diagram suggests it when all their text and videos say it doesn't cause halation and, as I said, in use it certainly does not. Allegedly on wide-angle shots or when using very small apertures you may see the black dots in the image. I can't say I've noticed this myself, but I only use this for shoulder-up shots, typically 50mm, often at fairly wide apertures, so I'm not in that 'danger zone'. If you want to shot wide and stopped down, maybe take caution and check out the Digital Diffusion/FX instead, which is meant to cause the same resolution drop without the black dots getting in the way. I've had some limited experience with some Tiffen filters having poorly-cut threads, but otherwise the construction quality has been fine. Can't guarantee you'll get a faultless one but the fault rate, in my experience, has at least been very low – about one out of twenty filters having an issue, and even then, not one severe enough to stop the filter from mounting and functioning. 5

anyonymous	19/08/2024
[0.5 lb] This filter performs as advertised. It has a quality finish and threads perfectly in my Nikon glass. 5

Fedexbicman	07/08/2024
[0.5 lb] I bought the filter for two specific shoots. Both went well and I have no complaints. I used the filter on my 77mm Canon 17-40mm L for shoots early morning and late evening in the Fall Colors and the results were fantastic. Would recommend to others. Didn't find anything I didn't like. 5

anyonymous	27/07/2024
[0.5 lb] One of the best portrait filters I have ever used.Skin tones are softened beautifully,small blemishes and wrinkles disappear while leaving everything sharp. 5

George	21/07/2024
[0.5 lb] Probably my favorite of this series - I have the series in 72mm. Nice to use on any blonde/fair skinned person. Afternoon shots in overcast days in the #1 is good as well! 5

Wales	27/05/2024
[0.5 lb] The Tiffen Black Diffusion/FX 3 filter produces the effect I was looking for. It's well made with a nice finish and threads easily on my Nikon glass. 5

marygrace...	11/04/2024
[0.5 lb] I have mainly been using the filter to soften the portraits I take because I print straight from the memory card without using computer touch-up. I'm extremely pleased with the softening filter effects. I do make adjustments in my camera to work with the filter as in the sharpness and the coloring to suit my taste for the end results that I'm looking for in the particular portrait that I'm shooting. The results of the filter are very minor but to me that is the way it should be - just enough to take a second look at the photo without realizing why you took a second look.... The camera lens had problems AFing, the photos looked blurry more than not. I tried hard to make it work for me but NO GO.Also it is hard to find much info and samples of the filter's performance on the internet.I still plan to experiment further with the filter on other photo ops besides portraits. But I would recommend this to anyone who enjoys the challenge of producing their end results from the camera and not the computer.Thanks for reading this; I hope it is helpful.Mary Grace@ 5