Tiffen 58mm 80A Tungsten to Daylight Conversion Glass Filter

Are you looking to achieve accurate color balance in your photography or videography The Tiffen 58mm 80A Tungsten to Daylight Conversion Glass Filter is a high-quality, durable solution designed to elevate your visual work. This effective filter increases the color temperature of light from a warm 3200K to a crisp 5500K, correcting the use of daylight film with standard household incandescent lamps.

Crafted with precision, the Tiffen 58mm 80A filter boasts a filter factor of 2.4, necessitating an additional 1 1/3 f-stops of light to maintain proper exposure. Its reliable performance is essential for photographers and filmmakers who demand accurate color rendition, as it seamlessly adapts to the varying characteristics of natural and artificial light sources.

Understanding that most films are engineered to match specific lighting conditions-5500K for daylight and 3400K for tungsten photofloods-the Tiffen 80A filter is an indispensable tool for color correction. It is designed to 'warm' or 'cool' your images, compensating for the myriad of lighting variations you may encounter during a shoot.

The versatility of this filter is further enhanced by its rounded design, which ensures compatibility with a wide array of lenses. The single-coated surface minimizes reflections and glare, ensuring that your images remain clear and true to life.

For cameras with internal metering, adjustments to exposure are made automatically, while those using external or handheld meters will need to account for the filter factor. It's important to note that modern strobes, typically rated at approximately 5500K, can overpower household lighting, making this filter a crucial component for achieving the desired effect.

The Tiffen 58mm 80A filter is part of the comprehensive 80 series, which includes various strengths to meet your specific needs. Other filters in the series, such as the 80B and 80C, cater to different lighting scenarios, while the 85, 81, and 82 series provide additional color correcting options. For specialized situations, such as using daylight film in fluorescent lighting, the FL-D and FL-B filters offer targeted solutions.

Choose the Tiffen 58mm 80A Tungsten to Daylight Conversion Glass Filter for a reliable, high-quality, and versatile addition to your photography gear, ensuring that every shot you take is color-perfect, regardless of the lighting conditions.