The Tiffen 37mm Soft/FX 3 Filter can 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 3. Grades of 1/2, 1, 2, 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. 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, and then mounting to precision metal rings.

Soft-Focus Effect    Reduces Subject Blemishes and Wrinkles    Maintains Overall Sharpness    Optical Glass Construction    ColorCore Technology    37mm Front Filter Threads    Plastic Case

• 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
• 37mm front filter threads allow for use with other filters
• Plastic case included for storage and transport

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Will this fit the LEE filter system holder (used with the LEE hood)? If not, can the rubber/plastic edge in the picture of the filter be removed so it could fit?

A: The Lee filter system has to be modified slightly to allow 4x4" filters to fit. The edge is actually glass so cannot be easily removed.

Q: 2. Is there one or a quantity of four filters per package?

A: This would be one linear polarizer measuring 4 X 4.

Q: 3. Does this come with a hard plastic case or a dusty cloth pouch?

A: A hard plastic case is included with the B+W 82mm T-Pro Clear Filter.

Q: 4. Does the B+W T-Pro Clear Filter have front threads for a screw in lens hood?

A: The B+W 52mm T-PRO Clear Filter has both front and rear 52mm filter threads for a 52mm lens cap or screw-in lens cap.

Q: 5. I'm looking to buy this filter to hold in front of the Rokinon 14mm wide angle lens I will buy soon since this lens does not have threads to screw on a circular polarizer. Will there be any adverse effects to my images by holding the filter in front of the lens?

A: If you plan to use this on a digital camera, I advise you to reconsider - a linear polarizer is designed for film cameras, and this will not be compatible with digial sensors. Unfortunately, there are no filter holders made that can currently accommodate the Rokinon 14mm.

Q: 6. Will this filter work on the Leica 50mm Summilux lens with the pull out hood?

A: If you are referring to the Leica Summilux-M 50mm f/1.4 ASPH. Lens (Black) then yes this filter would work.

Q: 7. Will I still be able to use the lens hood on the Sigma 30mm 1.4 dc dn, on my Sony A6400 with this clear filter?

A: Yes, using the B+W 52mm T-PRO Clear Filter on the Sigma 30mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens (Sony E) the dedicated hood the lens came with will fit.

Q: 8. Will this fit in the NiSi V5 pro holders?

A: From the NiSi V5-PRO manual: The filter holder can be used only with square filters with a width of 100 mm and a thickness of 2 mm.

Q: 9. How tall is the frame above the threads?

A: B+W 43mm T-PRO Clear Filter's frame is 2.9mm above the threads.

Q: 10. Clear filter or UV for a Sony 24-70mm f/2.8 GM lens?

A: Clear filters are recommended for digital cameras. UV filters have a slight optical effect that can soften the image slightly.