Tiffen 4x5.65" Softnet Black 4 Filter

Enhance your photography and cinematography with the Tiffen 4x5.65" Softnet Black 4 Filter, a professional-grade tool designed to deliver high-quality, dramatic visual effects. This durable filter, crafted by the reputable Tiffen brand, is a modern rendition of the earliest "portrait" diffusion filters, offering a unique blend of tradition and innovation.

The Softnet Black 4 Filter is constructed from a special fine net laminated between clear optical glass. This design allows it to have a greater impact on small details, such as wrinkles and skin blemishes, while preserving the overall sharpness of the image. The clear spaces in the mesh transmit light unchanged, maintaining the integrity of your shot.

The black color of the filter works to reduce the amount of light entering the camera, creating a darker, more dramatic image. Light striking the flat surface of the net lines is either reflected or absorbed, subtly altering the image's contrast and tone. This effect of diffusion is produced by the refraction of light that strikes the edges of the mesh lines, bending it at a different angle and changing its distance to the film plane, putting it out of focus.

The result is a versatile filter that softens finer details while retaining the overall sharpness of larger image elements. This makes it an effective tool for reducing visible wrinkles or blemishes on a face while maintaining an overall, relatively sharp appearance. With its large 4x5.65" size, the Softnet Black 4 Filter offers a wider range of shots, making it a versatile addition to any professional photography or cinematography kit.