Tiffen Soft FX Overview

The Tiffen 86mm Soft/FX 1/2 Filter can be applied to purposely reduce the appearance of blemishes and wrinkles in portraits or to apply a general soft-focus effect while maintaining overall sharpness. An array of small lenses distributed within the surface of this filter smooths fine lines and textures, which can be useful for creating a more flattering result of a subject.

This filter has a grade of 1/2. Grades of 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 are also available where this filter type's effect becomes approximately twice as strong with each grade number increase. When higher grade numbers are applied, a halation effect around highlights can be created to further enhance a subject's appearance or produce a desired effect.

This filter is constructed from optical glass for clarity as well as color fidelity. It is made using ColorCore technology, a process that involves laminating the filter substrate between two pieces of optical glass and grinding flat to a tolerance of 1/10,000th of an inch, and then mounting to precision metal rings.

General soft-focus effect while maintaining overall sharpness
Reduces the appearance of blemishes and wrinkles
Provides a smoother appearance of fine lines and textures
Constructed from optical glass for clarity and color fidelity
86mm front filter threads allow for use with other filters
Padded pouch included for storage and transport

Key Features

Soft-Focus Effect
Reduces Subject Blemishes and Wrinkles
Maintains Overall Sharpness
Optical Glass Construction
ColorCore Technology
86mm Front Filter Threads
Padded Pouch

86mm Filters

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Tiffen 86mm Soft/FX 1/2 Filter