
Tiffen
Tiffen 62HT812 62mm Digital HT Warming Filter
★★★★★
A high-transmission 62mm warming filter that enhances natural skin tones with durable titanium-based coatings.
$64.99*
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Overview
Key Features
helps bring out a more natural skin tone in portraiture
High light transmission charachteristics
Light weight metal mount
hardened coatings for better durability
Matte Black anti-reflecting inner ring.
Specifications
Filter Size
62mm
Filter Type
812 Warming
Series
Digital HT (High Transmission)
Coating
Multi-coated with titanium oxide component
Mount Material
Lightweight metal
Inner Ring
Matte black anti-reflecting
Surface Treatment
Hardened coatings
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- High light transmission lets more light through than standard warming filters, minimizing exposure adjustments.
- Hardened multi-coatings resist scratches and abrasion for long-term durability.
- Matte black inner ring reduces internal reflections and flare for cleaner images.
- Lightweight metal mount adds minimal weight to the front of the lens.
- Effectively reduces blue casts from flash and open shade while enhancing skin tones.
👎 Cons
- The 62mm thread size fits only lenses with that specific diameter, requiring step-up rings for other sizes.
- The warming effect is fixed and cannot be dialed back, which may over-warm scenes that already have warm ambient light.
- Higher cost compared to standard Tiffen warming filters due to the Digital HT coating process.
- Not ideal for landscape or product photography where neutral color accuracy is preferred.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary purpose of the Tiffen 62mm Digital HT 812 Warming Filter?
This filter adds a subtle warm tone to images, which is especially useful for improving skin tones in portrait photography and reducing the blue color cast caused by electronic flash or open shade.
What does "Digital HT" mean in this filter's name?
Digital HT stands for High Transmission. These filters use multi-layer coatings with a titanium oxide component that allow more light to pass through compared to standard filters, reducing the need to adjust exposure compensation.
Can this filter be left on the lens permanently for everyday shooting?
While you can leave it mounted for general use, its warming effect will shift color in every image. It is best used intentionally for portraits or outdoor shade situations rather than as an always-on protective filter.
Does this filter affect image sharpness?
The Digital HT line is designed to maintain sharpness. The multi-coated optical surfaces and hardened coatings minimize light scatter and reflections, preserving edge-to-edge clarity.
Is this filter compatible with other 62mm screw-on filters for stacking?
Yes, its lightweight metal mount with front threading allows stacking with other 62mm filters, though stacking multiple filters on wide-angle lenses may introduce vignetting.