Lee Filters 80D Blue Cooling/Temperature Conversion Filter 4x4" Resin

Under the umbrella of high-quality photography equipment, the 80D Blue Cooling/Temperature Conversion Filter 4x4" Resin stands out as a specialized tool for photographers. This filter is part of the 80 series of dark blue filters, renowned for their significant cooling effect on color tones.

Designed with precision, this filter is engineered to correct the color temperature of tungsten artificial light, typically ranging from 3200 to 3800 Kelvin, to daylight, which is approximately 5500 Kelvin. This unique feature allows photographers to use daylight film even under artificial (tungsten) light conditions, enhancing the versatility of their equipment.

The 80D Blue Cooling/Temperature Conversion Filter offers a range of conversion options. The @80A variant is designed to convert light from 3200K to 5500K, making it ideal for use with household lamps, albeit requiring an additional +2 stops. The @80B variant, on the other hand, converts light from 3400K to 5500K, perfect for use with photofloods, with a requirement of +1 1/3 stop. The @80C variant is designed to convert light from 3800K to 5500K, suitable for use with clear flash bulbs, requiring an additional +1 stop. Lastly, the @80D variant converts light from 4200K to 5500K, making it ideal for mixed lighting scenarios, such as combining house lamps with window light, requiring an additional +2/3 stop.

In essence, the 80D Blue Cooling/Temperature Conversion Filter 4x4" Resin is a versatile, high-quality tool from the reputable brand, Lee Filters, designed to enhance the color balance and temperature conversion capabilities of your photography equipment.