Tiffen 4x5.65" Tobacco 2 Soft-Edge Graduated Filter - Horizontal Orientation

Be at the forefront of creative photography with the Tiffen 4x5.65" Tobacco 2 Soft-Edge Graduated Filter, a highly sought-after tool in the photography industry. This filter empowers photographers to either craft illusions or amplify the reality captured in their images.

The Tiffen Color-Grad filters are renowned for their versatility, offering a plethora of applications. They can inject a burst of vibrant color into a dull sky, alter a specific color in a scene to generate a unique special effect, or enhance the existing color to create subtle color drama. Moreover, they are instrumental in achieving a more balanced exposure in scenarios with uneven lighting.

The Tiffen Color-Grads are available in an extensive range of sizes and colors, catering to a wide array of photographic needs. They are crafted with either a soft edge, where the transition area is between 1/2" to 2" wide before reaching full density, or a hard edge, where the transition area is approximately 1/4" to 1/2" wide before reaching full density. Special order attenuated gradients are also available, where the transition area spans the entire filter, starting clear and reaching maximum density at the opposite end.

When it comes to rectangular-shaped filters, like the 4x5.650 (Panavision size), the terms vertical and horizontal are crucial. The horizontal or vertical designation refers to the filter's position in relation to the camera when the grad line is horizontal.

The choice between a "hard" edge or "soft" edge Tiffen Color-Grad largely depends on the type of lens used and the subject matter. Telephoto lenses utilize a small portion of the filter, making a hard edge ideal for long lenses as a soft edge would be less noticeable in the image. Conversely, wide-angle lenses, which make objects appear smaller, are better suited to a soft edge as a hard edge gradient would appear as a harsh straight line. Soft edges and attenuators are perfect for subtle blending with irregular-shaped subjects or unusual lighting situations.

In summary, the Tiffen 4x5.65" Tobacco 2 Soft-Edge Graduated Filter is a versatile, high-quality tool that can elevate your photography to new creative heights.