Formatt Hitech Glass 100x100mm Soft White Filters (SPECIAL ORDER)

Formatt Hitech Glass 4mm Soft White, is a pearlescent filter that is ideal for internal and external use. The filter gives a pleasant halation to light sources. The particles not only smooth but also lower the contrast slightly giving a pleasing and light feeling reminiscent of vintage film.

About Diffusion Filters

‘On-camera’ diffusion is a wonderful tool for removing the ‘digital’ look of modern-day cameras. A mild diffusion filter is very often the choice of Cinematographers because it flatters the skin tones of actors. Formatt Hitech has been making a range of diffusion filters for the last two decades.

They have a significant advantage over using vintage optics in that they can be reliably repeated across cameras and lenses. They are also more versatile with modern lenses and the effect can be added instantly, but also removed, giving a filmmaker more flexibility. The wide range of density also allows for a Cinematographer to dial in just the right amount of effect on set.

While it is true many effects can be added in post-processing, this is a slower and often costly exercise. With a filter, you are getting instant onset feedback giving the Director and the Cinematographer the ability to bake the effect into the image. Optical filters also interact with what is there, without the need to do complex grades and use tracking nodes, they give an instant representation of the lights within a space and interact with them in an organic analogue way.

Please note, from 4th September 2024, due to the unique design & packaging of this product, this item will feature a 14-day return Period if it remains unopened & in its sealed packaging. Once this item has been unsealed and opened, it is no longer covered by our returns policy.

Please Note: this particular product is part of our “Special Order” selection, so we may not hold stock for this and is placed to order. If you are interested in this item, you can place this order as a Pre-Order, and we will Special Order your product directly from the manufacturer. This should take approximately 5-10 working days to be delivered, but please note this is subject to change.