Pros & Cons
Pros
The effect is not gimmicky where i would tire of the look after a few shoots. Gives nice cinematic effect to images. Adds a subtle film quality to shots with my x100f. Only downside is the case situation.
Cons
When pointing it into light sources there’s this truly horrible reflection/ghosting effect that ruins shots. Lacklustre build quality and flaring meant that i couldn’t use this for most professional applications. Full price is not an acceptable price ... Read More
Highlights
Quality
This is the best filter i have ever purchased.
I’ve been using this a lot for videography and filmmaking recently, and it’s a nice addition in the right situations.
First impression of the filter does feel like i received an old and used item because the lens looks mouldy with smudges.
The sun becomes a huge white blotch in the photos and can ruin them.
Price
In the end i decided for the 1/4 cause i thought to go all in with the effect, given that it is expensive and i do not think i ... Read More
I’m glad a sprung for the extra money for the tiffen product.
Packaging/appearance
I think 1/4 is my way to go, loved it but the packaging is very poor, could be damaged in shipping easily
But i just received mine and it’s brand new and in perfect condition.
Competitiveness
Other companies have now come out with their own version but it never comes close to these filters!
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Helpful InsightsBETA
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
The effect is not gimmicky where i would tire of the look after a few shoots
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
It’s now permanently on my goto lens 2470 2
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
It’s there but doesn’t scream for attention
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
Today i finished a family portrait session with it and felt that the female face required almost no skin retouching
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
I have the sony a7iii and the images are too sharp and digital
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
Softens while adding color saturation especially night photos
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
Both left picture are with the 14 and right are without any filter same exact setting
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
Not for every photo but i am glad i bought it