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Tiffen 55CC30M 55mm CC30M Color Correcting Filter - Magenta

Name: Tiffen 55CC30M 55mm CC30M Color Correcting Filter - Magenta
Brand: Tiffen
SKU: 55CC30M

Achieve Creative Color Effects with PrecisionIntroducing the Tiffen 55mm CC30M Color Correction Filter. This magenta filter balances excessive green casts, allowing for creative color control and effects. Ideal for early morning tints, it can be combined with other filters for increased density. ...

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Overview

Achieve Creative Color Effects with Precision

Introducing the Tiffen 55mm CC30M Color Correction Filter. This magenta filter balances excessive green casts, allowing for creative color control and effects. Ideal for early morning tints, it can be combined with other filters for increased density.

Filter Type: Color Correction
Filter Color: Magenta
Filter Density: 30
Size: 55mm
Application: Corrects green cast, creative color effects, underwater photography

Key Features

Balances excessive green cast and produces creative effects

Great for early-morning tint

Combine with other magenta filters to achieve additional densities

55 millimeters in diameter

Specifications

Filter Type

Color Correcting Filter

Color Correction

Magenta (CC30M)

Diameter

55 millimeters

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main function of the Tiffen 55CC30M filter?

The Tiffen 55CC30M color correcting filter is primarily used to balance excessive green casts in photographs and can also produce creative effects.

What does "CC30M" signify in the filter name?

"CC30M" indicates that it is a Color Compensating filter with a magenta density of 30, meaning it adds a moderate amount of magenta to the image.

Can this filter be used with other filters?

Yes, the Tiffen 55CC30M filter is designed to be combined with other magenta filters to achieve additional densities and finer color adjustments.

What lens size is compatible with this filter?

This filter has a diameter of 55 millimeters, making it compatible with camera lenses that have a 55mm filter thread.

Is this filter useful for specific lighting conditions?

It is particularly great for compensating for early-morning tint, which often has a green cast, to achieve more neutral colors.

Strengths & Trade-offs

👍 Pros

Effectively balances excessive green cast in photographs, improving color accuracy in various lighting conditions.
Can be utilized to produce creative photographic effects, expanding artistic possibilities beyond simple correction.
Excellent for compensating for the early-morning tint, ensuring more natural-looking light in dawn shots.
Designed to combine with other magenta filters, allowing for the achievement of additional densities and precise color adjustments.
The 55mm diameter ensures compatibility with a wide range of standard camera lenses.

👎 Cons

The filter is specifically designed to add magenta, which may not be suitable for all shooting conditions or desired effects.
At 55mm, this filter may not fit larger or smaller lens diameters without additional adapter rings.
The "CC30M" strength might be too intense for subtle color correction needs, potentially requiring lighter alternatives.
While it balances green cast, the filter does not offer solutions for other color imbalances like blue or yellow casts.