Tiffen 127mm Soft/FX 1 Filter

Are you seeking a solution for diffusing or softening images without compromising overall image clarity The 127mm Soft/FX 1 Filter is a highly sought-after tool in the world of photography, known for its ability to soften unwanted details while preserving the sharpness of larger image elements.

This filter belongs to the renowned Soft/FX series, which features a unique pattern of tiny lenslets. These lenslets are meticulously designed to blur fine image elements, such as wrinkles and skin blemishes, while keeping larger details, such as eyes, in sharp focus. The balance between clear space and the diffused pattern on the glass determines the strength of the filter, ensuring that the overall image quality and sharpness are maintained.

The 127mm Soft/FX 1 Filter comes in a range of densities, from subtle lighter densities that produce no flare from highlights or reduction in contrast, to higher densities that offer a more noticeable effect while still delivering a pleasing portrait.

The Warm Soft/FX variant of this filter combines the innovative diffusion technology of the Soft/FX filters with the exclusive Tiffen 812½ warming filter. This combination is perfect for balancing contrasting skin tones in people photography, making it an invaluable tool when a scene involves multiple people with varying skin tones.

The Warm Soft/FX is particularly useful in video production due to its sensitivity to blue. It provides the dual benefit of softening and warming, while minimizing filter requirements by allowing the use of two filter effects in one position of the filter wheel in professional broadcast video cameras.

Neutral colors show little change with the Warm Soft/FX, while cool and skin tones are made warmer and softened for a beautiful, unmatched effect. The warm color remains constant in all densities, while the amount of softening varies. This filter is available in all professional sizes in densities 1/8, 1/4, 1/2, 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5. The higher the density, the greater the diffusion effect.

In summary, the 127mm Soft/FX 1 Filter is a versatile and essential tool for photographers and videographers seeking to enhance their work with softened, warm, and beautifully diffused images.