The 4.5" Round 4pt/1mm 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    Drop-in    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. Can this be used with a Godox AD300 Pro?

A: You may purchase the Godox S2 Speedlite Bracket for Bowens, B&H # GOS2, or you may purchase both the Godox AD-AB Adaptor for AD300pro Flash Head, B&H # GOADAB, along with the Godox Bowens Mount Adapter for AD400Pro Flash to use the Godox Octa Softbox with Bowens Speed Ring and Grid (55") on the Godox AD300pro Outdoor Flash.

Q: 2. This octabox comes with a diffuser and also comes with a grille that is like a gird for?

A: It can be used with or without the grid, the Grid helps to control the spill of light in a much tighter angle.

Q: 3. Can you use this box with the Godox 4-speedlight adapter (https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1342102-REG/godox_s_fa_4_speedlite_adapter_for_s.html)? Would you just have to mount the flashes through the front of the softbox after it's mounted to the bracket?

A: Once you mount the softbox to the Bowens adapter https://bhpho.to/2EuSYhI then you would attach the 4 way mount and the lights.

Q: 4. would this work with the godox qt400ii, or do would i need a separate adapter?

A: Yes they are compatible , you would not need anything else

Q: 5. Is this too big of a softbox for 1 AD200 Flash?

A: I would say yes, the Godox Octa Softbox with Bowens Speed Ring and Grid (47.2") would be quiet large for Godox AD200. I would suggest to stay under 36" https://bhpho.to/32PtzyB

Q: 6. How many layers of definition are included (Inner + Outer)?

A: If you are referring to diffusion there are two. One inner baffle, (which is removable) and of course, the outer. By the way, this is a great soft box, extremely well made. I am going to order two more for my studio expansion.

Q: 7. Could this replace with a Broncolor speed Ring of Godox?

A: You can use the Godox Speed Ring for Broncolor Lights, BH # GOSABR in place of the included Bowens insert of this Godox Softbox in the 31.5 x 47.2" size. https://bhpho.to/3Zp38sg

Q: 8. since it comes with a bowens speedring adaptor, other bowens softboxes will easily be mounted to it?

A: The ring has holes for multiple rods which makes if versatile for various shapes of softboxes

Q: 9. is it collapsible for easy transport and storage?

A: You can disassemble the softbox.

Q: 10. Is it silver lined or white?

A: The softbox has a silver lining.