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Tiffen 8280B 82mm 80B Color Conversion Filter
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Achieve Accurate Color with the Tiffen 80B Filter The Tiffen 82mm 80B Filter is a color conversion filter designed to enable the use of daylight film under tungsten lighting. It increases the color temperature from 3400K to 5500K, providing a cooling effect and ensuring accurate color reproducti...
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Overview
Achieve Accurate Color with the Tiffen 80B Filter
The Tiffen 82mm 80B Filter is a color conversion filter designed to enable the use of daylight film under tungsten lighting. It increases the color temperature from 3400K to 5500K, providing a cooling effect and ensuring accurate color reproduction in your images.
- Filter Type: Color Conversion
- Effect: Cooling effect, increases color temperature
- Color Temperature Conversion: Converts 3400K to 5500K
- Filter Factor: 3x (1.6 stops of exposure compensation)
- Construction: ColorCore Technology (laminated between two optical glass pieces)
- Ring Material: Aluminum alloy
- Diameter: 82mm
Key Features
Balances daylight film for use with photo flood lamps
Achieve correct colors in image with daylight film
Adjusts for lighting variations
82mm diameter
Specifications
Filter Type
Color Conversion Filter
Color Conversion Type
80B
Diameter
82mm
Primary Function
Balances daylight film for photo flood lamps
Purpose
Achieve correct colors in image with daylight film, adjusts for lighting variations
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Specifically balances daylight film for use with photo flood lamps, ensuring accurate color rendition in your images
- Helps achieve correct colors, preventing unnatural tints when working with specific film types under artificial light
- Allows for adjustments to lighting variations, providing greater flexibility in diverse shooting conditions
- Features an 82mm diameter, making it compatible with a range of professional camera lenses
- A practical tool for photographers needing precise color control when combining daylight film and studio lighting
👎 Cons
- The filter's application is specialized for daylight film under photo flood lamps, limiting its general utility for other setups
- Will not correct color issues for digital photography or other film types, as its purpose is very specific
- Requires careful consideration of the film type and lighting conditions to function as intended
- Users with lenses of differing diameters will need to acquire appropriate step-up or step-down rings
- Its niche functionality means photographers not working with this specific combination of film and lighting may find it unnecessary
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary function of the Tiffen 82mm 80B Color Conversion Filter?
The main function of this filter is to balance daylight film for use with photo flood lamps, ensuring that your photographs display accurate and natural colors.
How does this filter improve image color?
By converting the color temperature, it helps you achieve correct colors when shooting with daylight film under photo flood lighting, preventing undesirable color casts.
Can this filter adapt to different lighting situations?
Yes, it is designed to adjust for various lighting variations, providing a degree of flexibility when working in environments where daylight film is exposed to photo flood lamps.
What is the size of this Tiffen 80B filter?
This Tiffen 80B Color Conversion Filter has a diameter of 82mm, making it suitable for camera lenses that accept filters of this specific size.
Is this filter useful for all types of photography?
This filter is specifically crafted for photographers using daylight film in combination with photo flood lamps, so its utility is primarily within that particular shooting scenario.
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