Tilta MB-T12 4x5.65 Carbon Fiber Clamp-On Matte Box

The Tilta MB-T12 is a three-stage 4x5.65" matte box built around a carbon fiber, aluminum, and stainless steel construction that prioritizes durability without the weight penalty of all-metal alternatives. Its clamp-on design attaches via a 95mm back — with multiple adapter rings included — allowing it to mount directly onto a wide range of cinema lenses. For rigs using rod support, a 15mm lightweight (LWS) rod adapter with 60mm spacing is included, providing additional stability and taking load off the lens. The integrated top French flag adds an extra layer of flare and stray light protection, a feature that often requires a separate purchase with competing matte boxes.

At the core of the MB-T12's functionality are its three fixed 4x5.65" filter stages, which accept industry-standard rectangular filters for tasks like neutral density control, diffusion, color correction, or polarization. Five hard mattes are bundled to match focal lengths from 16mm to 180mm, ensuring clean vignette-free framing across wide-angle to telephoto setups. At 4.2 pounds total, the MB-T12 strikes an effective balance between a full-featured cinema matte box and the portability demands of run-and-gun or gimbal-based shooting, making it a practical choice for productions that need professional light control without overloading their rigs.