The Tiffen Series 9 HDTV/FX 4 Filter is a gentle softening and diffusion filter specifically designed for use with high definition imaging. This filter helps to lessen the hyper sharpness that is commonly associated with HD photography and produce an image quality that is more akin to film photography. By reducing contrast and sharpness slightly, skin details appear smoother and there is an increase in shadow detail. The effects of this filter are most significant when used for video applications as opposed to still photography. The 4 density provides a noticeable amount of softening.

This filter is constructed from Water White glass and is 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. This filter is compatible with Series 9 filter holders.

Softening Filter for HD Use    Creates the Appearance of Film    Smoothes Skin Details and Blemishes    Increased Shadow Detail    ColorCore Water White Glass

Specifically designed for use with HD cameras for creating a more film-like look.

Lessens hyper sharpness and contrast while smoothing skin details and providing greater shadow detail.

Effect is most noticeable when used with video applications as opposed to still photography.

Water White optical glass for excellent clarity.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Will the card work with the Canon R5 ?

A: No, the R5 takes SD cards and Cfexpress cards.

Q: 2. What is the mounting plate diameter? Thanks.

A: The top plate is the same as most any other similar tripod approximately 2 in diameter.

Q: 3. Is the 2545T compatible with GXP and can it be folded back smoothly?

A: The Gitzo GIGT2545T Traveler Series 2 Carbon Fiber Tripod can support the Acratech GXP Ball Head with Lever Clamp (B&H # ACGXPBHLC) with the 1/4"-20 or 3/8"-16 base mount. The GXP head base may be a bit larger than the base plate of the tripod legs. The tripod legs do fold back smoothly.

Q: 4. How much height does this add to compatible cameras?

A: The Vello BG-S6 battery grip adds 49mm / 1.9" of height to the base of the camera.

Q: 5. Has anyone compared the Mountaineer 3 series to the Systematic 3 series? Is the Mountaineer more stable, less? Assuming column at bottom...

A: We suggest that rather than which tripod is better than another, consider what is the principal use you need the tripod for. Gitzo has three groups of tripods. Systematic is the flag bearer, the best and most stable they make. Traveler is made for just that, traveling. It for the hiker, the airplane rider who needs excellence in a small, light package. Mountaineer is for those who need a compromise between the two. Very stable yet as light as possible. It is their most popular group. All are stable with the bigger, heavier ones more so. All are light and compact considering what they do with the smallest, lightest one more so. And every one famous Gitzo quality.Which group fits your needs?

Q: 6. Is it necessary to purchase any additional parts to mount a ballhead with the center column removed?

A: You can remove the center column on the Gitzo Mountaineer series without removing the mounting platform using it's "Ground Level" center column release feature. If you do it this way, you can keep the head on the tripod without dismounting it to remove most of the center column for ground-level photography.

Q: 7. Is 32GB the maximum size that can be read or will it read larger sizes?

A: Hi, the card reader can read any size CFast card.

Q: 8. Is the GT1542 heavy enough to accommodate the Wimberley WH-200 Gimbel?

A: It would work, but probably feel more grounded and stable if the WH-200 were used with a slightly heavier and stiffer tripod. Depending on your needs, a series 2, 3, or 4 tripod might be slightly better, but the excellent weight-height-stiffness ratio of the Mountaineer GT1542 does make it appealing.

Q: 9. Will the Gitzo bird/wildlife fluid head be compatible with this tripod? Light load.

A: It will definitely be compatible with this tripod.

Q: 10. How tall is the GT3532 with the center column not extended?How easily is the column removed to use the tripod without it?What is the maximum height with the column removed?Does this tripod have non-rotating legs?

A: The tripod extended without the column extended is 52.4 inches. And it is about the same with the column taken off.Taking the column out on this model is very easy. This is a new design; a single simple unlocking ring under the column's upper disc frees the column while keeping the upper disc solidly in place on the tripod.