Schneider 4 x 5.65″ Classic Soft 1/2 Filter

The Schneider 4×5.65″ Classic Soft 1/2 Filter offered by Lightbulb Rentals is designed to recreate the iconic Old-Hollywood look while meeting the contemporary demands of today’s filmmaking. If you’re aiming to achieve the timeless tonality seen in classic images of stars like Cary Grant or Marlene Dietrich, this filter provides a solution.
Embedded within each Schneider Classic Soft filter are hundreds of Micro-Lenslets meticulously arranged to deliver a precisely controlled softening effect over a sharp, in-focus image. Schneider refers to this innovative technology as Schneider In-focus Diffusion, where the Micro-Lenslets blend the image to diffuse small imperfections while maintaining overall sharpness. The density and arrangement of these lenslets determine the effectiveness of the softening effect.
The Classic Soft 1/2 Filter is particularly adept at smoothing out minor wrinkles and blemishes while preserving the overall sharpness, ensuring a natural and flattering portrayal of subjects. Even in scenes with significant overexposure, such as blown-out windows, the filter adds a stylish glow that retains scene contrast while imparting a romantic aesthetic.
Schneider’s Classic Soft filters are engineered to provide subtle and effective softening without compromising the high-quality performance of modern lenses. Cinematographers can use them confidently to achieve a classic cinematic look reminiscent of Hollywood’s golden era, making them a valuable tool for contemporary filmmaking.