The Schneider 4 x 5.65" True-Net Beige 2 Filter is designed to purposely create a net diffusion effect within an entire scene or image. Embedded inside this filter's glass is a beige-colored stocking material that softens focus and reduces glare, which can be useful for creating a more flattering image of a subject or scene. The stocking material's color can add a warm, beige hue to the entire scene or image while reducing contrast. By applying the Schneider 4 x 5.65" True-Net Beige 2 Filter instead of pulling a stocking directly over a lens, the desired net diffusion effect can be consistently and reliably obtained by eliminating the risk of overstretching or tearing the stocking material in use.

When the respective film type or white balance setting that corresponds to the primary light source is selected, those combined diffusion, contrast, and color effects can be obtained while this filter is used on a film camera system or on a digital camera system. Film cameras with black-and-white film installed or digital cameras configured to record monochromatic footage or imagery can utilize the Schneider 4 x 5.65" True-Net Beige 2 Filter's diffusion and contrast effects only.

This filter has a grade of 2. A grade of 1 is also available where this filter type's effect becomes approximately half as strong.

Schneider True-Net Black Filters that can help maintain a scene's existing color balance and contrast are also separately available. Schneider True-Net Gray Filters that can help maintain a scene's existing color balance but with a reduction of contrast are also separately available.

Net Diffusion with Soft-Focus Effect    Reduces Glare and Contrast    Adds Beige Hue to Color Scene or Image    Water White Glass Construction    Embedded Beige Stocking Material    Consistent and Repeatable Results    1.44x Filter Factor, 0.53 Stop    Padded Pouch

• Can be applied to purposely create a net diffusion effect within an entire scene or image
• Filter glass is embedded with a beige-colored stocking material that softens focus and reduces glare, which can be useful for creating a more flattering result of a subject or scene
• Stocking material's beige color can add a warm, beige hue to the entire scene or image while reducing contrast
• Constructed from water white glass for optical clarity
• 1.44x filter factor provides a 0.53 stop exposure reduction
• Padded pouch included for storage and transport

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. What material is it made out of?

A: The ring is made of brass.

Q: 2. Anyone have issues with reflections? I just purchased and when filming light I'm getting reflections on the glass. Any tips on not getting that?

A: In my former career, I was a motion picture camera assistant. As such, part of my job before each take was to make sure there were no reflections or hot spots of light hitting the front lens element or the filters. I would use a matte box with top and side flaps to get rid of most of the problems. The rule of thumb was if I was using a longer lens, I could take care of it with the matte box and flaps. However, if using a very wide lens, a matte box and flaps are no good because if you set the flaps to get rid of the flare or hot spot, they are visible in the frame. When that happened, I would ask one of the grips to set a flag at the source of the flare, be it a movie light or the sun. If it was a moving shot, the grip would have to "fly" the flag to make sure the light did not hit the lens. Now, what can a regular guy do without a grip department? Use a sunshade or matte box or a french flag. You might be able to move the offending light or the camera enough to get rid of the flare. Just know if you cannot stop the extraneous light from hitting the front end of the lens, it will be in the image to some degree.

Q: 3. Does the front thread turn when adjusting the ND level or stay static?

A: Yes, the front ring rotates when adjusting ND on the Schneider True-Match Vari-ND MKII Variable Neutral Density Filter (82mm).

Q: 4. Does this filter stop at each end of the adjustment or does it rotate past the end of each adjustment?

A: There are stops at each end on the B+W True-Match Vari-ND MK II Variable ND Filter.

Q: 5. Will the lens hood of the Sony 70-200 GMII fit with this filter installed?

A: The Schneider True-Match Vari-ND MKII Variable Neutral Density Filter (77mm) front threads are 77mm. Since the filter does not expand in the front ring, you can keep the lens hood on the Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II Lens attached.

Q: 6. helloThe item, are there original packaging?? holder is - Schneider exterior carton, serial No. 68-885603? built plastic bag is - Lee FK 4mm Filter Holder?? filter is - Schneider 4x5.65 Graduated Neutral Density Water-White Glass Filter - Soft Edge with Vertical Orientation?? Can i choose - (ND) 1.2?regards

A: This is a genuine Schneider product in its original packaging, yes. For sales inquiries, please email us directly at sales@a href= http://bhphoto.com target= _blank bhphoto.com./a

Q: 7. Could I have a look of the other side of this filter.I wonder what is written there.

A: On the other side of the filter it says Schneider Kreuznach and the filter size.

Q: 8. D400 in stock? How many days for the shipping to Hong Kong?

A: This item is Special Order and not stocked here at B&H. Please contact our Sales Department at sales@a href= http://bandh.com target= _blank bandh.com/a for information on purchasing and shipping inquiries.

Q: 9. Will this filter screw into a 67-82mm step up ring and can another filter be stacked/screwed into the 82mm Schneider...?

A: Yes this will screw into 67-82 step up ring and it does have front thread

Q: 10. Is there much difference between this filter and the Tiffen Black Pro Mist filter? The Tiffen is $70 cheaper.

A: The Schneider 77mm Hollywood Black Magic filter would have much higher quality glass and construction compared to a lower cost filter. The higher quality glass is why it has a clean glow as mentioned by another user.