Formatt 105mm Low Contrast 1/2 Filters are for use when the sun is too bright and the shadows too dark and it is difficult to get good detail in both at the same time. Formatt Low Contrast Filters reduce contrast by allowing more shadow detail.

Formatt, a company with three generations of professional filter-making experience produces every filter to the highest technical standards. The finest materials, together with state of-the-art production technology have resulted in a standard of optical excellence unmatched anywhere else.

Use in Video for Film Look    Reduces Contrast    Increases Shadow Detail    High-Quality Schott Glass

Brings back detail into deepest black

Creates muted pastel colors

Ideal when used in combination with other filters; for example, when used with a 0.3 Neutral Density (one-stop), you can maintain your depth of field for sharpness of image while reducing excessive highlight brightness and subtly lightening shadows

Each filter is manufactured from quality Schott-Desag B270 Crown Optical Glass

Absolute consistency in color and density to Kodak Wratten standards

Precision grinding and polishing result in unbeatable optical flatness allowing use on even ultra-long focal length lenses

Filter edges are protected with a unique frame for maximum protection and easy handling

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. What is this lens used for

A: This lens is for general photography ranging from scenic's to portraits and everything in between.

Q: 2. Is this a good lens for my 60D?

A: This is a great lens. Very versatile and great optics. I only use 2 lenses. This one and a Canon 2.8 70-200.

Q: 3. Which is better the canon 24-105 or the sigma 24-105 ?

A: I have both a Canon and Sigma lens for my Canon EOS 70D. From my point of view the Canon lens gives better quality images.

Q: 4. does this lens have a lock? I think I may have an older version of this lens, but it drives me crazy, because it creeps

A: No, it does not. The Canon EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM lens pictured above is the original version released in 2005. It does not have a lens lock. The Canon EF 24-105mm f/4L IS II USM Lens, B&H # CA241054LIS2, is the new version of this lens, originally released in 2016. It does have a lens lock on the right-hand side of the lens.

Q: 5. 1) will this lens work with metabones speedbooster xl for m43? 2) will the image stabilisation work?

A: Yes, the lens will work with the mentioned adapter however the lens stabilization would not work. It would be recommended to turn off the stabilization of the lens, and use the In-Body stabilization of the camera if possible.

Q: 6. What's the difference between this lens and the II version?

A: The new, second version of this lens has fewer lens elements and groups, but is notably sharper in tests. It has a rounder 10-blade diaphragm for rounder and smoother bokeh, as well as more improved focusing and image stabilization performance over the original version.

Q: 7. what is the warranty for this lens?

A: Included with the lens is a 1-year Canon warranty.

Q: 8. Can I use this lens with a Canon 500D?? if not what would you recommend?? thanks for the advice.

A: Shopper that owns a Canon 500 D. I have never used the 500 D but think that this sturdy lens would work fine with your Canon camera l love this lens i bought it to replace a similar lens that I had worn out. Best regards, Sandra Lakeman

Q: 9. can i use this lens on canon 77d ?

A: Yes, the Canon EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM Lens, B&H # CA241054LIS, would be compatible for use with the Canon EOS 77D DSLR camera.

Q: 10. can i use this with 77d?

A: Yes, the Canon EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM Lens, B&H # CA241054LIS, would be compatible for use with the Canon EOS 77D DSLR camera.