Tiffen 4x4" 2 Tangerine Soft-Edge Graduated Filter

For photographers seeking to add a touch of creative flair to their images, the 4x4" 2 Tangerine Soft-Edge Graduated Filter by Tiffen is an indispensable tool. As part of Tiffen's renowned Color-Grad filter line, this filter is recognized for its ability to enhance reality or create captivating illusions in photography.

This vibrant tangerine filter is designed to infuse your images with a warm, unique hue, transforming a dull sky into a dramatic backdrop or altering a specific color in a scene for a striking special effect. It's also adept at enhancing existing colors, creating subtle color drama, and achieving a more balanced exposure in uneven lighting situations.

The 4x4" 2 Tangerine Soft-Edge Graduated Filter features a soft-edge graduation style, offering a smooth transition between colors. This allows photographers greater control over the final look of their images. Depending on the size of the filter, the transition area varies from 1/2" to 2" wide before reaching full density, ensuring a seamless blend of color.

This filter's rectangular shape makes it versatile for both vertical and horizontal applications. The horizontal or vertical designation refers to the filter's position in relation to the camera when the grad line is horizontal.

When considering whether to use a hard or soft edge Tiffen Color-Grad, the type of lens you use is a crucial factor. Telephoto lenses utilize a smaller portion of the filter, making a hard edge more suitable. Conversely, wide-angle lenses, which make objects appear smaller, are better paired with a soft edge filter like this one, as a hard edge gradient could appear as a harsh line.

In conclusion, the 4x4" 2 Tangerine Soft-Edge Graduated Filter is an essential tool for photographers aiming to add a touch of warmth and vibrancy to their images, while maintaining control over color transitions and exposure balance.