Tiffen 4 x 4" Black Satin 1/4 Density, Diffusion Filter

It is the 4 x 4" Black Satin 1/4 Density Diffusion Filter from Tiffen that brings a unique blend of optical resolution reduction and subtle granular contrast reduction to your photography. This meticulously designed filter incorporates a light-dispersing halation element, which is distinctively different from the smoother, whiter regular Satin filters.

The Black Satin 1/4 filter's primary function is to diminish optical resolution, a feature that intensifies with each density of the filter. The beauty of this feature lies in its subtlety, as it doesn't appear in the picture when your aperture is stopped down. This ensures that your images maintain their natural look, free from any unwanted filter effects.

The halation element of this filter is more understated than the velvety shroud found in regular Satin filters. Regardless of the filter you choose, the halation remains a light constant, never overpowering the image or oversaturating the optical diffusion effect.

The result is a filter that delivers a matte, smooth look and a delicate glow to highlights with minimal appearance. This ensures your images never look over-filtered or excessively diffused. The Black Satin 1/4 Density Diffusion Filter has a grade of 1/4, with other grades such as 1/8, 1/2, 2, 3, and 4 also available. With each grade number increase, the filter's effect becomes approximately twice as strong, offering you a wide range of options to achieve your desired photographic effect.