Tiffen 4x5.65" Combination Soft FX 1 / IRND 0.9 3-Stops Filter

SKU: TFW456SF1IN9 MFR: W4565IRN9SFX1
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Key Features

  • Achieve dreamy, soft focus effects with this Tiffen Soft FX 1 diffusion filter.
  • Combines IRND 0.9 filter to reduce infrared pollution & control light by 3 stops.
  • The 4x5.65" filter size ensures compatibility with professional matte boxes.
  • Water white glass construction maintains image clarity with minimal color shift.
  • Get creative! This combination filter offers unique control over your image.
  • Durable Tiffen filter provides reliable performance for years to come.
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What is the primary use of the Tiffen 4x5.65" Combination Soft FX 1 / IRND 0.9 3-Stops Filter?

The primary use of this filter is to reduce the amount of light entering the camera lens by 3 stops, allowing for a wider aperture or slower shutter speed in various lighting conditions. It also softens unwanted details while maintaining overall image clarity.

What is the advantage of having both IR and ND properties in one filter?

Having both IR and ND properties in one filter allows for more versatility in different shooting scenarios. The IR component blocks unwanted infrared light, while the ND component reduces the amount of light entering the lens, providing more control over exposure and depth of field.

What is the role of Tiffen's ColorCore technology in this filter?

Tiffen's ColorCore technology enhances the filter's performance by providing superior color and contrast fidelity. It ensures that the filter's effects are uniform across the entire image, leading to more consistent and visually appealing results.

What is the Soft/FX feature in this filter?

The Soft/FX feature in this filter adds a gentle, pleasing softness to the image. It's ideal for smoothing out skin blemishes in portraits or creating a dreamy, filmic atmosphere in landscape or other types of photography, without sacrificing overall image detail.

What other densities are available in this range?

The Tiffen 4x5.65" Combination Soft FX 1 / IRND 0.9 3-Stops Filter is part of a range that includes ND 0.3, 0.6, 0.9, 1.2 densities, each paired with Soft/FX levels 1, 2, offering a suite of options for various shooting scenarios and creative demands.

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Tiffen Soft FX/IRND Specifications

  • Filter Size

    4 x 5.65" - 101.6 x 143.5 mm

  • Type of Filter

    Solid ND in Combination with 2 other Effects

  • Additional Combination

    Soft FX Diffusion & IR Attenuation

  • Density

    0.9 (3 Stops)

  • Glass Type

    water white glass

  • UPC Code

    884613018986

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Tiffen 4x5.65" Combination Soft FX 1 / IRND 0.9 3-Stops Filter
$519.95

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TypeIRND & DiffusionIRND & DiffusionIRND & Diffusion
Grade1--
Rectangular Filter Size4" x 5.65"4" x 5.65"4" x 5.65"
Density0.9 (3 stop)1.2 (4 stop)0.9 (3 stop)

About Tiffen Soft FX/IRND

With the Tiffen 4x5.65" Combination Soft FX 1 / IRND 0.9 3-Stops Filter, professional photographers and filmmakers can achieve unparalleled image quality and control in their visual projects. This high-quality, durable filter integrates Tiffen's cutting-edge IRND technology with the classic Soft/FX approach, ensuring that while the overall image clarity is maintained, any unwanted details are subtly softened.

The filter's density of 0.9 provides a 3-stop reduction in light, granting users the flexibility to manipulate aperture settings and shutter speeds even in challenging lighting conditions. This versatility is further enhanced by the filter's ability to selectively manage both aperture and IR light, ensuring that infrared pollution is effectively controlled without compromising the integrity of the visual output.

Crafted with Tiffen's renowned ColorCore technology, this combination filter is a testament to the brand's commitment to providing tools that empower creators to produce the world's most captivating images. The Soft/FX component of the filter adds a gentle, pleasing softness to the image, ideal for smoothing out blemishes and creating a dreamy, filmic atmosphere without sacrificing detail.

This professional-grade filter is an essential addition to any cinematographer's or photographer's toolkit, merging the technical advantages of IRNDs with the aesthetic enhancement of Soft/FX. The Tiffen 4x5.65" Combination Soft FX 1 / IRND 0.9 3-Stops Filter is part of a diverse range that includes ND 0.3, 0.6, 0.9, 1.2 densities, each paired with Soft/FX levels 1, 2, offering a suite of options for various shooting scenarios and creative demands.

Tiffen Soft FX/IRND Features

  • 3 filters in one, reducing multiple surfaces and potential reflection from stacked filters
  • Tiny lenslets put fine image elements out of focus while leaving large details sharp
  • Lighter densities are very subtle, producing almost no flare
  • Higher densities are more noticeable but still provide a pleasing portrait
  • Eliminates the potential "too sharp" look of modern cameras and lenses
  • For digital cameras with CMOS & CCD sensors with heightened response to the Red channel
  • Absorbs pollution of the Far Red (visible), Near Infrared and Far Red wavelengths
  • IR absorbing component is proportionate to the ND value
  • Ideal for lightweight or clip-on matte boxes
  • Made from water white glass
  • Tiffen One Year Waranty
  • IRND+SFX will not ripple or distort when panning
  • Available in ND 0.3, 0.6, 0.9, 1.2; each combined with Soft/FX, 1, 2

Warranty Information

This product has a limited warranty of 12 months.

Key Features

  • Achieve dreamy, soft focus effects with this Tiffen Soft FX 1 diffusion filter.
  • Combines IRND 0.9 filter to reduce infrared pollution & control light by 3 stops.
  • The 4x5.65" filter size ensures compatibility with professional matte boxes.
  • Water white glass construction maintains image clarity with minimal color shift.
  • Get creative! This combination filter offers unique control over your image.
  • Durable Tiffen filter provides reliable performance for years to come.

What's in the box:

  • Tiffen 4x5.65 " Combination Soft FX 1 / IRND 0.9 3-Stop Filter
  • Tiffen 1 Year Limited Warranty