The Tiffen 4.5" Round Soft Contrast Filteris a contrast reduction filter that darkens highlights while maintaining the density of shadows within a scene. The effect of a light absorbing element within this filter is apparent in highlights without requiring a change in overall exposure. Details within bright areas are made more visible without a similar effect on dark areas. Tiffen Soft Contrast filters are available in grades numbering one through five. Each larger numbered grade corresponds to a stronger effect.

This filter is made using ColorCore technology, a process that involves laminating the filter substrate between 2 pieces of optical glass, grinding flat to a tolerance of 1/10,000th of an inch, and then mounting to precision metal rings.

Contrast Reduction Filter    Darkens Highlights    Maintains Shadow Density    Increases Visible Details in Highlights    No Exposure Change Required    ColorCore Technology    Plastic Case

Darkens highlights within an image while maintaining shadow density.

Filter does not affect coloration of the image and does not require a change in exposure.

Plastic filter case for storage and transport.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Is this a hard edge or a soft edge?

A: soft edge

Q: 2. can I use this on fujinon xf 35mm? which should I buy?

A: Not sure which Fuji 35mm lens you have, If you have this XF 35mm F/2, You'll need a 43mm filter. https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1191420-REG/fujifilm_xf_35mm_f_2_r.html If you have this XF 35mm F/1.4, you'll need a 52mm filter. https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1505282-REG/fujifilm_xf_35mm_f_1_4_r.html

Q: 3. Can this be use in combination with the Tiffen Digital Diffusion FX?

A: Being that this filter has front threads measuring 82mm, you can stack a Tiffen Digital Diffusion FX Filter on top. However, vignetting may occur if the lens has a wide angle focal length.

Q: 4. How do I decide what strength to use? Is it based on the contrast ratio? The total amount of sun? The kind of camera? Which one should I pick?

A: Richard, the higher the number, the stronger the effect. The selection of strength is personal preference.

Q: 5. Can you add another 82 filter in front of it? Does it have thread in the front?

A: Yes, this filter has front filter threads and you can add another filter to the front. The only issue would be the potential for vignetting if you are shooting wide angle on a full frame sensor camera when stacking filters.

Q: 6. Is this the same as the Tiffen Black Promist filters?

A: No, this is not a Black Pro Mist filter. If you are looking for 95mm Black Pro Mist please visit the link below: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/search?Ntt=tiffen%20black%20pro%20mist%2095mm&N=0&InitialSearch=yes&sts=ma

Q: 7. What is the best holder for the 4.x4 graduated filter. Because of its thickness what brand works?

A: Cokin Z Filter Holder works fine, plasticity. Better is Sioti, aluminum, plastic and better made. Newer filter holder slots are for the now popular 2mm glass. This filter is thick, 5mm? I own one, bought at B

Q: 8. I am looking into buying this filter for shooting sunrises and sets where the mountains and forests are very shade compared to the sky. Should I go for something darker or lighter?

A: There is no definitive answer to your question based upon the information provided. Your question depends on the difference in correct exposure value between the mountains/forest and the sky. Each .3 of ND is equal to one stop of light loss. If the difference in exposure values is two stops, go with a graduated ND .6, if it is three stops then use a .9, etc. For best results, keep a few of these filters in your camera bag with varying ND densities.

Q: 9. What is the diameter of this filter? 77mm? 72mm?

A: This is an internal lens filter for size Filter Wheel 1 which is 28mm in diameter. If you are looking for an Ultra Contrast 1 filter in 72 or 77mm please search for 72UC1 or 77UC1 on the B&H website.

Q: 10. what is the filter factor for this? How much light does it reduce?

A: There is no light loss when using this filter.