The Tiffen 4 x 5.65" Pearlescent 1/2 filter can be used to intentionally soften contrast and reduce sharpness. This can be useful for high-resolution digital cinematography to create a more flattering result of a subject by reducing the appearance of imperfections and softening highlights. Additionally, a pearlescent halo around the highlights is created, which can further enhance the appearance of a subject or produce a desired effect.

This filter has a grade of 1/2. Grades of 1/8, 1/4, 1 and 2 are also available, where the effect of this type of filter becomes approximately twice as strong with each increase in grade number.

This filter is manufactured using ColorCore technology, a process that involves laminating the filter substrate between 2 pieces of optical glass and grinding it flat to a tolerance of 1/10,000th of an inch.

-Softens contrast and reduces sharpness
-Reduces the appearance of imperfections and softens highlights
-Creates a pearlescent halo around highlights
-Padded pouch included for storage and transport