The Tiffen 4 x 5.65" Black Satin 3 Filter can be applied to purposely reduce the appearance of blemishes and wrinkles while providing an intentional warming effect with granularity over an entire image. This can be useful for creating a more flattering result of a subject while highlights are softened, contrast is reduced, and textures are given a smoother appearance. Additionally, halations around highlights are created which can further enhance a subject's appearance or produce a desired effect while overall sharpness is maintained.

This filter has a grade of 3. Grades of 1/8, 1/4, 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.

This filter is constructed from water white glass for increased clarity as well as color fidelity. It is 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.

Reduces Subject Blemishes and Wrinkles    Softens Contrast    Softens Highlights    Halation Effect on Highlights    Smoother Appearance of Textures    Provides Warming Effect and Granularity    Maintains Overall Sharpness    Water White Glass Construction    ColorCore Technology    Padded Pouch

• Softens contrast and highlights
• Reduces the appearance of blemishes and wrinkles
• Provides a smoother appearance of textures while maintaining overall sharpness
• Creates halation effect around highlights
• Intentional warming effect with granularity over an entire image
• Constructed from water white glass for optical clarity
• Padded pouch included for storage and transport

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. What is the folded length of this umbrella ?

A: It's about 34.5 inches. Let me know if you have any more questions.

Q: 2. Is this Umbrella compatible with the Profoto B1?

A: This umbrella is compatible with a B1. The diffused front of the B1 fills the umbrella nicely when placed near the end of the umbrellas shaft.

Q: 3. Why does this have a description of a 7mm shaft when it's 8mm? Won't work with my lights.

A: According to Westcott these umbrellas have a 8mm shaft

Q: 4. How thick the cushion foam is? It doesn't seem to be very thick since there is also the metal bracket under the seat top

A: Roland has not provided a specification on the thickness of the RPB-300 Piano Bench's foam cushion. However, they have stated that it is "comfortable."

Q: 5. Is 45 the measurement of the arc or the straight diameter on the open side?

A: The 45-inch measurement is the measurement of the diameter of the open end of the umbrella. All umbrellas are measured by the diameter (the measurement across the center) of the open end of the umbrella.

Q: 6. How do you remove the cover?

A: The end of each rib has a cap on it that stays on with tension when open.

Q: 7. is there is any Softlighter 60 to add to the umbrela? like - Photek Softlighter II Umbrella (60 )?

A: The light is nice and soft for an umbrella, but the tiny metal hinge points near the fabric are so weak and break easily. I like that it has the fiberglass rods, but the durability of the rods is pointless if the metal components break. I'm 50/50 on this product.

Q: 8. How long is it when folded? I am looking something under 16" easy to travel with

A: The folded size of the Impact 45" Convertible Umbrella is 29.8".

Q: 9. The length and diameter of the umbrella when folded, as I am planning to carry it for outdoor shoots? Does it have a strap to fasten after folding ?

A: Hey yes it sure does! Very easy to get around especially for outdoor stuff although you may need to weigh it down because if there's a little wind it can tip. Other than that it's a Great umbrella. I have used it for a long time and it performs great.

Q: 10. Does the Westcott 2016 have a diffuser that I can order? Or is there a diffuser from another company that I could use on it?

A: Yes we do recommend in Accessories Angler Large Umbrella Diffuser Cover (White, 45-47") B&H # ANUDCW45