Tiffen 4x5.65" Tobacco 3 Soft-Edge Graduated Filter - Vertical Orientation

The Tiffen 4x5.65" Tobacco 3 Soft-Edge Graduated Filter, designed for vertical orientation, is a highly sought-after tool in the world of professional photography and videography. As a key member of Tiffen's Color-Grad filter collection, it's renowned for its ability to transform and elevate visual storytelling.

This filter's primary function is to add a touch of color intrigue to otherwise lackluster skies, infusing your images with a warm, tobacco hue. It also offers the flexibility to alter specific colors within a scene, enabling you to craft unique special effects that captivate your audience. Whether you're looking to enhance existing colors or create subtle color drama, this filter is your go-to tool.

One of the standout features of the Tiffen 4x5.65" Tobacco 3 Soft-Edge Graduated Filter is its ability to balance exposure in uneven lighting situations. This ensures that every shot you take is perfectly lit, regardless of the lighting conditions.

The filter comes in a variety of sizes and colors, with soft-edge, hard-edge, and attenuated gradients available. The transition area in the soft-edge filter ranges from 1/2" to 2" wide before reaching full density, while the hard-edge filter has a transition area of approximately 1/4" to 1/2" wide. The attenuated gradients transition throughout the entire filter, starting clear and reaching maximum density at the opposite end.

When using rectangular-shaped filters like this 4x5.650 (Panavision size) model, it's important to note the vertical and horizontal designations. These refer 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 filter largely depends on your lens type and subject matter. Telephoto lenses, which utilize a small portion of the filter, are best paired with a hard edge. Conversely, wide-angle lenses, which make objects appear smaller, are better suited to a soft edge. This is because a hard edge gradient would appear as a harsh straight line in the image. For subtle blending with irregular-shaped subjects or unusual lighting, soft edges and attenuators are the ideal choice.

In summary, the Tiffen 4x5.65" Tobacco 3 Soft-Edge Graduated Filter is an indispensable tool for photographers and videographers seeking to add a touch of creative flair to their work.