Tiffen 4 x 5.65″ Smoque 2 Filter

The Tiffen 4 x 5.65″ Smoque 2 Filter, available from Lightbulb Rentals, is a specialized tool designed to simulate the appearance of smoke within a frame or scene in photography and filmmaking. This filter offers a practical alternative to traditional theatrical smoke generators such as smoke cookies, chips, pellets, grenades, or aerosols.
Key features and benefits of the Tiffen Smoque 2 Filter include:
Simulates Smoke Presence: This filter replicates the visual effect of smoke, enhancing the atmospheric quality of the scene without the need for physical smoke sources. It’s particularly useful in scenarios where using real smoke may be impractical or undesirable.
Substitute or Supplemental Use: It can serve as a substitute for traditional smoke generators or complement their use to ensure a consistent appearance of smoke. This is especially helpful when external factors like wind prevent physical smoke from settling or remaining within the frame.
Maintains Set Comfort: By reducing or eliminating the release of solid particles associated with physical smoke, the filter helps maintain a cleaner and more comfortable photo or film set. This is beneficial for both crew and talent, ensuring a predictable shooting environment.
Grade Options: Available in various grades including 1/8, 1/4, 1, 2, 3, and 4, each offering increasing intensity of the smoke effect. The 1/2 grade provides a moderate level of simulation suitable for a range of creative needs.
Optical Glass Construction: Constructed from optical glass, the filter ensures clarity and color fidelity, preserving the quality of the captured image. It’s compatible with filter holders designed for 4mm-thick, 4 x 5.65″ rectangular filters.
ColorCore Technology: Utilizes ColorCore technology, which involves laminating the filter substrate between two pieces of optical glass and grinding it flat with precision (tolerance of 1/10,000th of an inch). This manufacturing process guarantees durability and minimizes optical imperfections.