The Tiffen 4 x 5.65" 3 Chocolate Soft-Edge Graduated Filter helps to specifically add a neutral, mellow brown coloration to skies and other bright areas of an image while allowing a portion of the image to remain neutrally colored. The filter's coloring is densest at the edge and tapers to clear by the middle, with a soft-edged transition between the density and clear areas. The 3 color density provides more chocolate coloration than the 2 density filter.

This filter 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. It measures 4 x 5.65" / 101.6 x 143.5mm.

Note: A horizontal orientation filter's line of transition runs parallel to the long side of the filter.

3 Density Color Graduated Filter    Chocolate Coloring in Select Areas    Soft-Step Graduation    ColorCore Technology

Provides a mellow brownish coloring to select areas of the image.

Graduated filter design keeps a portion of the image neutral, resulting in a more realistic look while allowing for the sky or other bright areas to take on the color of the density.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. On a crop sensor camera D7000 are you going to be able to get a focal length of 900mm?

A: Yes, when used on a crop-sensor/DX format camera such as the D7000, the equivalent focal range would be 225-900mm.

Q: 2. Is this a G2 version of the lens?

A: No, this Tamron SP 150-600mm f/5-6.3 Di VC USD Lens for Nikon is the original version.

Q: 3. Will this work with a Nikon D5500?

A: I use this on my D7100, but the 5500 has the same mount and I believe the same sensor, so there is no reason it wouldn't work just fine. Best tele lens on the market at this price point!!

Q: 4. On a D7100 is this lens compatible with Kenco 1.4 teleconverter

A: You could use a Kenko 1.4X teleconverter with the Tamron 150-600mm lens on the D7100, though you might lose autofocus.

Q: 5. Is it made in China or Japan?

A: China. But so are most consumer electronics. The Nikkor 200-500mm is also made in China.

Q: 6. Any problems with the firmware and if so what did you do?

A: I have not encountered any problems shooting with the Nikon D7100 nor with the Nikon D750.Have you checked to see if applies only to certain camera bodies. Sometimes firmware updates are available for specific combinations only.

Q: 7. Is this lens compatible with Nikon D3400?

A: Yes, the Tamron SP 150-600mm f/5.6-6.3 Di VC USD lens is compatible with the D3400.

Q: 8. Can I purchase a 2 visual back. I have a 2 Crayford as well as 2 eyepieces? Thanks.

A: The optical tube on the NextStar Evolution 8 is the standard Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope that Celestron has been selling for years with other types of mounts. So, 2 eyepieces and other attachments should work as well on the Evolution as they do on the other 8 Celestron SCTs makes and sells. The only thing you should keep in mind is the clearance between the back of the SCT tube and the base of the mount. It might limit your choices to accessories.

Q: 9. I just purchased the Tamron 150-600 mm lens with the Lowepro case 11x26 which was recommended here. However, the lens is almost 2 longer than the case. The lens is 11.5 long without the hood and the inside length of the case is 9.5 . I also could not get the lens mount bracket into the case (case too narrow). What would be a better fit for this lens?

A: The OP/TECH USA Snoot Boot Wide Body (XXL) will be a better fit, as it is 12 in length. It is made out of neoprene, so it will be able to fit the lens comfortably.

Q: 10. Is this compatible with the Nikon D700?

A: Tamron SP 150-600mm f/5-6.3 Di VC USD Lens for Nikon has a native Nikon F mount which is designed for Nikon DSLR cameras. The lens is also fully compatible with Nikon full frame sensor cameras such as Nikon D700 DSLR camera body.