The 62mm 8pt/2mm Star Filter from Tiffen creates multiple points of light, or "stars," streaking outward from a central light source.  This filter comes in a rotating mount for critical placement of the star effect.

 Wedding photographers will especially appreciate the value of this filter. When it comes to special effects shots, why not offer your client a table shot of the menu or invitation next to a glowing, star-filled candle? Shooting at night? Make that street lamp take on a different, more dramatic appearance by using the star filter. Any point light source will achieve the effect.

Tiffen's ColorCore glass is produced through a process that entails permanently laminating the filter material in between two pieces of optical glass that are ground flat to tolerances of a ten-thousandth of an inch, then mounting them in precision aluminum rings.

Creates a Streaking Pattern    Use With Point Light Source    Rotating    Black Aluminum Filter Ring    ColorCore Glass    Made in the USA    10-Year Warranty

The effect is produced by a series of thin lines etched into the flat optical surface of a clear filter

The size and brightness of the star lines produced are first a function of the size, shape, and brightness of the light source: You have additional control through the choice of a particular spacing between the lines on the filter

These spacings are measured in millimeters and range from 1mm to 4mm: A 1mm spacing has twice as many lines as a 2mm spacing and will produce a brighter star for any given source

Lines in one direction produce a two-pointed star, just a streak through the center of the light

Tiffen offers 4, 6, and 8 point symmetrical star effects as well as additional asymmetrical star patterns through their exclusive Hollywood FX Series (North, Hyper, Vector and Hollywood star effects)

Tiffen's ColorCore glass is sealed between two optical glass sheets. In this way, Tiffen can better control the various densities of their filters and thereby create more exact degrees of filtration. This process makes for greater accuracy of color as opposed to glass that is simply dyed and become subject to deviation during the dye process

Tiffen, a leader in the filter industry, proudly makes its filters in the USA and backs up its products with a solid 10-year warranty

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Is it possible to swap the plating on the back of it out for a speed ring? I am not opposed to the idea of using it with a Bowens Mount.

A: Anything is possible but since the fabric on the plate is fitted without elastic, I would guess that you would have to cut the fabric and the speed ring to replace would have to be about the same size. !!

Q: 2. I've heard that Profoto modifiers fit the Fiilex P360. Is it true?

A: Not really. The following light shaping tools will fit on the Fiilex P360 but will not be a true fit to the item as the following light shaping tools are made and propriety to profoto system.

Q: 3. Will it work with a remote trigger like a PocketWizard or do you need another mount for the receiver on the light stand?

A: Depending on the trigger you are using you can put the trigger under the flash or you could use a shoe extension bar like this one to put it beside the flash. https://bhpho.to/2IbcVwN

Q: 4. IS it possible to mount a Godox AD200 unit to this?

A: I'm just guessing here, but I'm going to guess no. The dimensions of the Godox head (3 x 2 ) will fit in the Rapidome, but it looks like the unit isn't tall enough to get there. The Rapidome is designed for a traditional flash unit fixed to the Rapidome's hot shoe mount in a standard 90-degree position (as you would normally mount it on a camera). That puts the flash head about 3.5 inches above the Rapidome hot shoe mount. It looks like the Godox doesn't have a hot shoe, and can't be raised up to that 3.5 height from whatever bracket to which it's mounted.

Q: 5. Is it a fabric thing? Can it be folded in a backpack for travel?

A: Yes, the MagBox Pro 24 Octa Grid can be folded up for travel.

Q: 6. Will these gels & grid fit in the zoom reflector 2

A: These do not fit into a reflector they are designed for the B10, B10 Plus, and the B1X and they mount right on the light with the included holder. They are not meant to be used with a reflector. To narrow the beam you would use them with grids for the ocf system like the included grid in the kit.

Q: 7. Works with Profoto RFi Speed Ring for Profoto RFi Octa Softbox (3')?

A: The Profoto OCF II Grid and Gel Kit would not be compatible for use with the Profoto RFi speed ring or RFi softboxes. It would only be compatible for use with Profoto OCF light modifiers.

Q: 8. Does it fit with StellaPro reflex light?

A: Yes the Profoto OCF II Grid and Gel Holder will fit the Light & Motion StellaPro Reflex Studio light if you have the Light & Motion Profoto C-Stand Adapter.

Q: 9. Can you attach this gel kit in addition to a softbox on a B1X?

A: yes you can

Q: 10. Do these work with D1 system as well?

A: No, only for the OCF System