Schneider-Kreuznach unveils the Cine Filter Radiant Black 1 in size 4x5.65, a breakthrough in diffusion filters. Specially developed to give skin a soft glow without compromising rich black tones while keeping the image sharp, nearly haze-free and virtually eliminating halo. This filter is the ultimate filter for all facets of portrait takes, from intimate close-ups to wide-angle shots. It brings out exquisite skin tones, provides excellent contrast control, preserves rich blacks and prevents unwanted haze.
- Beautiful skin tones while keeping rich blacks
- Virtually no halo
- Preserves contrast
- Available in five strengths (1/8, 1/4, 1/2, 1, 2)
Available sizes
Available in two standard sizes, 4x5.65" and 6.6x6.6", the filter comes in five distinct strengths (1/8, 1/4, 1/2, 1, 2), catering to diverse creative preferences. Additionally, for those seeking bespoke solutions, the Radiant BlackTM is also offered as a screw-in filter in M77, M82, and M95 sizes, available in 1/2 and 1 strengths, enabling personalized customization.
What the DoP say
Matthias Bolliger, a trailblazing Director of Photography and esteemed mentor, made history as the first to shoot a feature film utilizing the Radiant BlackTM Filters. Reflecting on his experience, he commends Schneider-Kreuznach's innovative approach, stating that the filters' unique composition, incorporating colored "sparkles" within the glass, not only imparts a captivating analog film aesthetic but also subtly influences black levels and overall contrast. Paired with ISCOsphericals and their vintage coating, the Radiant BlackTM Filters played a pivotal role in crafting a nostalgic "back-to-the-90s" visual style, profoundly enhancing the adaptation of the novel “A Man of His Class”
The Schneider Group specializes in developing and producing high-Performance lenses for film and photo, cinema projection lenses, as well as industrial optics and precision mechanics. 1913 founded in Bad Kreuznach, Germany, as a mechanical shop for optical lenses, Jos. Schneider Optische Werke GmbH is today a worldwide market leader in high-quality lenses and precision engineering.