The Tiffen 105C (Coarse Thread) Softnet White 2 Effect Glass Filter uses a tried and true famous Hollywood diffusion technique. This filter contains a net material that is laminated between clear optical glass. The result is a filter which produces a diffusion effect that minimizes unwanted details but maintains clarity. The best results are achieved when this filter is used for portraits. The best results are attained when larger apertures are used.

The mesh "net" material that makes up this filter lets light pass between the threads while "diffusing" the light that touches the threads. Shadow areas are subjected to lower contrast. Diffusion is achieved by the redirection of light since when "bent", it creates a slightly out of focus effect.  

The mesh "net" material that makes up this filter lets light pass between the threads while "diffusing" the light that touches the threads. Shadow areas are subjected to lower contrast. Diffusion is achieved by the redirection of light since when "bent", it creates a slightly out of focus effect.  

Ideal portrait filter that softens image without losing detail or sharpness

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Do this product fits with a Canon 70-200 mm f/2.8L USM lens?If not what size should I choose?

A: Yes, the Tiffen 77mm UV Protector Filter would be fully compatible with the Canon 70-200mm f/2.8L EF USM lens.

Q: 2. Will this work with Tamron 150-600 g2 nikon mount?

A: Yes, the Tamron SP 150-600mm f/5-6.3 Di VC USD G2 can accept the Cokin Z-Pro Series Filter Holder Adapter Ring (95C, Coarse Thread).

Q: 3. Will the 58mm vector star effect filter by Tiffen fit on my 18-270mm Tamron lens?

A: No it will not. Tamron has had two different versions of an 18-270mm lens, and neither had this filter thread size. The current version of the lens is the PZD version which has a 62mm sized filter thread. The previous version had a 72mm sized filter thread. To confirm which size your lens requires you may simply remove the lens cap and look at the number on the underneath side. If you still need further help determining the proper size for your lens, you may email askbh@bhphoto.com and they can assist you.

Q: 4. Can the Cokin Z-Pro Series Filter Holder Adapter Ring (95C, Coarse Thread) be used on the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 200-500mm f/5.6E ED VR lens? Will the threading match? I posted this earlier but the answer I received pertained to a Neutral Clear Filter (95mm), not what I had posted.

A: The Nikon 200-500mm lens would need a standard thread size adapter such as this Fotodiox: B&H # FOAR95CZP MFR # FLTR-100/95-RING https://bhpho.to/31US0a1

Q: 5. what is the definition of coarse thread ?

A: Coarse thread would refer to a lens filter with a pitch of 1, instead of the standard 0.75 pitch. Most filters between 39-82mm and 127mm use the 0.75 standard pitch. Filters sized 86-112mm and 122mm are typicially 1 pitch, or coarse thread. In any case, you simply need to purchase the filter that is designed for the filter thread size of your lens. The manufacturers concern themselves with making the correct pitch or thread size for the designated filter size.

Q: 6. Was wondering if this particular filter would work with the 18-55mm wide angle lens on the Canon T3?

A: Yes, the Tiffen 58mm Skylight 1-A will work with the Canon EF-S 18-55mm lens.

Q: 7. How can i buy it

A: You can place an order for this filter online at the product page--it's a special order that takes 2-4 weeks for delivery.

Q: 8. How would this filter behave when shooting a sunrise?

A: While it will depend on the size of the sun in your image (and to some extent, your chosen aperture and focal length), it should behave similar to the sample image on our website. The main difference is, as the sun is both a large and bright light source, the points in the star would be much wider than when photographing a smaller light source or a small specular highlight. The size of the bands would typically depend on the size of the sun in the image. As focal length plays a part in the size of the sun (as well as the sun's position in the sky and/or as it approaches the horizon), wide angle lenses may typically have thinner points, while telephoto lenses would have wider points.

Q: 9. Would it possible to use this with the LEE Filters 100mm holder?

A: Yes. but..hard to slide it in. scratches sides of the filter. maybe it me but I had a hard time to attach it.

Q: 10. What do they mean by coarse thread , and how is this different from the other Tiffen 3-stop ND filter at the same price?

A: Lenses with 86mm filter threads use a coarse thread which is 1.0 pitch. This is different than smaller filter thread sizes (82mm and lower), which use a .75 pitch. Based on the information you provided, we are not able to determine which filter you are referring to. Please provide a link or a Tiffen Mfg #.