The Tiffen 138mm Black Diffusion/FX 1/2 Filter diffuses strong light entering the lens and produces a glowing effect. While the resulting image appears softer and ethereal, there is little loss of clarity or detail. This filter works by diffusing the light entering the lens with small aberrations; by spreading the light more evenly, a soft glow is created rather than the sharp, well-defined image when shooting without a filter. This filter has a 1/2 density, providing a very small amount of softening.

Tiffen filters are made using ColorCore technology, a process that involves laminating the filter substrate between 2 pieces of optical glass, grinding flat to a tolerance of 1/10,000th of an inch, and then mounting to precision metal rings.

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Diffuser filter provides an ethereal quality to photographs, resulting in a dream-like atmosphere.

Soft image quality does not detract from the overall detail of the image.

Light entering the lens is diffused by small aberrations, creating a soft glow rather than the sharp, well-defined image when shooting without a filter.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. As there are no filter numbers listed on the filters... It is very difficult to identify them. Are the packaged in a specific order?

A: That brand is not marked or in a specific order.Rosco gels are marked.Rosco Diffusion Filter Kit (12 x 12 ) B&H # RODFK1212 MFR # 110120120001.And this might be helpful to have as well, Rosco Cinegel Swatchbook, B&H # ROSBCR MFR # 950SBCNG0103

Q: 2. Does this fit on BT Misfit Mattebox?

A: Please see the compatibility list at a href= https://tiffen.com/mrt-compatibility/ target= _blank https://tiffen.com/mrt-compatibility//a

Q: 3. Is it possible to use these filters with a scanner (epson expression 12000 xl) without fear of scratching the glass?

A: The filters will not harm the glass.

Q: 4. To use this in the bright tangerine one tray, do I want the mounted or unmounted version?

A: You will need to use the mounter version of the Revar Cine Circular Polarizer Filter (138mm, Unmounted).

Q: 5. Is this only for LED 500's with barn doors? I just received mine and they are nowhere close to fitting perfectly inside the light.

A: These filters need this Barndoor / Filter holder. Dracast Barndoors for LED500 BH #DRBD500 • MFR #DR-BARN500

Q: 6. Would this work well for a conventional ParCan 64 light without melting or burning?

A: Never, ever let Rosco (or similar) material touch a halogen lamp—the material will melt, stick to the lamp, possibly stick to the fixture, and cause the lamp to fail. On the other hand, a tota-frame will hold tough spun 10 inches from a 1 KW Lowell fixture with no problem—or clipped to barn-doors. I suggest you try the different products out in pre-production.

Q: 7. What is the difference between black glimmerglass and glimmerglass?

A: Hi--Black Glimmerglass filters offer all of the benefits of the original Glimmerglass filters, plus, they subtly remove harsh sharpness from modern lenses, adding a pleasing overall blending to contrast levels.

Q: 8. Which strength do you recommend in between 1/4 and 1/2 for subtle effect to use on 50mm and 85mm lenses in everyday photography?

A: For a subtle look, I would recommend a 1/8 or a 1/4.

Q: 9. Will this work with the Redrock Micromatte box?

A: While this combination has not been tested it is our opinion that yes, it slip right into the mattebox. Tiffen and Redrock make pro gear and since the tray is made to the Arriflex standard, it is unlikely it would not work.

Q: 10. is this authentic brand?

A: Yes, this is a genuine Epson product.