The Tiffen 5 x 5" 2 Low Contrast Filter works to lessen contrast across the image by creating a small amount of controlled flare near highlight areas. This enables greater detail to be attained in shadow regions, while unaffecting the values of highlights, in order to produce lower apparent contrast. This filter is ideal for use during midday and other high contrast lighting situations when it is difficult to control both overexposed highlights and underexposed shadows. The 2 density provides less contrast adjustment than the 3 density, but more than the 1 density filter.

Tiffen filters are 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 10,000th of an inch. This filter measures 5 x 5" / 127 x 127mm.

Low Contrast for Greater Shadow Detail    Does Not Affect Highlight Values    Ideal for Midday and Bright Conditions    ColorCore Technology

Ideal for use during midday and other high contrast lighting situations when it is difficult to control both overexposed highlights and underexposed shadows.

Lower contrast results in greater shadow detail when properly exposed.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. What is the largest negative I can use with this enlarger?

A: The Beseler 23CIII-XL can handle film up to 6x9cm.

Q: 2. Why doesn't the VC head contain a 00 setting for Ilford Paper?

A: Beseler decided that -0 is the lowest contrast they could achieve with the Beseler 23CIII-XL Variable Contrast (Black & White) Enlarger.

Q: 3. Will a late 1980s Printmaker 35 lensboard and negative carrier work on the 23CIII-XL?

A: No, i'm sorry but they are not compatible.

Q: 4. What is the largest print that this can create?

A: Maximum Print Size on Baseboard Approx. 17.5 x 22" / 44.5 x 55.9 cm

Q: 5. Which lens do I need to use with this enlarger if I want to print from 6x9 negatives?

A: A 100mm or 105mm is good, click the link below to view; https://bhpho.to/3aXZhvb

Q: 6. What do I need to print 6x6?

A: You would need a 105 or 100mm lens... https://bhpho.to/3aXZhvb And a medium format carrier such as Beseler 6x6cm Glassless Negative Carrier for 23C Series Enlargers BH #BENC6623 • MFR #8060 and a Beseler 39mm Threaded Lock Ring B&H # BEJN MFR # 8095 and finally a lensboard such as the Beseler 39mm Lensboard with 5/8" Extension (For 105-135mm Lenses) B&H # BELBE3923 MFR # 8029

Q: 7. Hello, can this enlarger take a two lens turret for two lenses?

A: Unfortunately, the Beseler 23CIII-XL cannot take a two lens turret. According to Beseler, they dont have an option on the market at this time for a two lens turret, though both their 8227 and 8545 can be used with either a single lens or three lens turret.

Q: 8. Just to make sure: Is it correct that the device comes without a negative carrier and without a lensboard?

A: The Beseler 23CIII-XL Variable Contrast (Black & White) Enlarger does not include a negative carrier and lensboard. Here is everything included: Includes: Chassis Baseboard Variable Contrast Lamphouse Lamp (ESJ) 6x9 Mixing Chamber Limited 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty

Q: 9. I want and enlarger and condenser to make B&W contact prints (most likely 8x10, but possibly 11x14 some day). Would this be good for this?

A: Yes. This will work just fine.

Q: 10. To the best of your knowledge, will this device work with a step-down converter in a country where the electricity is 230V?

A: Beseler has informed us that they do not recommend the Beseler 23CIII-XL Variable Contrast (Black & White) Enlarger for overseas use based on design.