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such as Black Frost.
For additional information, visit
www.schneideroptics.com.

Clairmont, Schneider Filter
Alexa In-Camera
Schneider Optics has begun manufacturing and distributing an in-camera filter
system developed by Clairmont Camera for
Arri’s Alexa camera systems. Working closely
with Schneider, Clairmont Camera’s Andree
Martin and Alan Albert designed custom
assemblies that hold interchangeable Schneider filters in front of the Alexa’s CMOS
sensor assembly.
The In-Camera Filter Kit includes a
specially designed magnetic filter holder that
replaces the light baffle in the Alexa camera.
Once in place, the assembly allows secure
mounting and precise positioning of the
specially manufactured, ultra-precision
Schneider filters. With the new system, users
can change the filters in a few minutes.
When no filtering is desired, a clear filter can
be used to precisely maintain focus. All filters
for the system are high-efficiency, multi-layer
coated to minimize flare and ghosting.
“One of the things cinematographers
appreciate most about the Arri Alexa is the
excellent light sensitivity,” says ASC associate
Denny Clairmont, CEO of Clairmont
Camera. “Working at higher ISO ratings can
lead to lots of ND if you want to shoot wide
open.”
The standard In-Camera Filter Kit
consists of an in-camera filter holder with
cover ring, all required shims, a filter installation tool, and seven mounted Schneider
Ultra Precision Multi-Coated In-Camera
Filters: Clear, IRND .3, .6, .9, 1.2, 1.5 and 1.8.
The kit will interface with most PL lenses, but
is not compatible with Zeiss T2.1 16mm,
24mm or 32mm; Arri Macro 16mm, 24mm
or 32mm; or Cooke Series II and III 18mm,
25mm or 32mm. Lens extenders may also
interfere with the kit’s filters.
The Alexa In-Camera Filter Kit is also
available without filters, so users may buy
only the filters desired. Schneider Optics
anticipates adding other filters to fit the kit,
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Tiffen Creates Film Looks with
Satin, Black Satin Filters
The Tiffen Co. is now shipping Satin
and Black Satin Film Looks MPTV filters in
4"x4", 4"x5.65" and 6.6"x6.6" sizes. These
Film Looks filters were developed for use with
modern digital camera systems.
“Optical filter development is the
cornerstone of The Tiffen Co., and our new
line of integrated Tiffen filters, which includes
Film Looks, exemplifies the forward-thinking
innovation behind our commitment to
continued research and development,” says
ASC associate Steve Tiffen, president and
CEO of The Tiffen Co. “This year, we celebrate 75 years of filter engineering excellence, and it gives me great pleasure to cross
this milestone by expanding the Tiffen filter
product offerings yet again. We look forward
to seeing the tremendous images the creative
world will make with the new line of Tiffen
MPTV filters, including the new Satin and
Black Satin looks.”

Tiffen’s Satin and Black Satin filters
offer subtle softening to fine details, with
minimal signs of filtration. The combination
of mild halation and delicate optical softening elements adds a gentle glow to highlights
and moderates contrast. Satins produce a
cleaner, muted diffusion compared to Black
Satins, which produce a warmer, grainier
feel. Both filter types have been designed to
offer fine control over user images by maintaining an apparent clear, in-focus image.
The filters are made from water-white glass
and are available in ½, 1, 2 and 3 grades.
For additional information, visit
➣
www.tiffen.com.

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