Tiffen 67mm 85B Filter – Vibrant Pro Color Corrector

Introduction

The Tiffen 67mm 85B Filter is a professional-grade color conversion filter designed to deliver accurate, warm tones when shooting under daylight conditions but using film balanced for tungsten lighting. This filter corrects the color temperature, ensuring that your images retain natural, lifelike colors without unwanted blue casts. Whether you’re shooting landscapes, portraits, or cinematic scenes, the Tiffen 67mm 85B Filter offers unmatched precision and optical clarity.

Why Use the Tiffen 67mm 85B Filter?

When you’re working with tungsten-balanced film in bright daylight, the results can appear overly cool and blue. The Tiffen 67mm 85B Filter converts the color temperature from 5500K (daylight) to 3200K (tungsten), ensuring that your final images are warmer and more visually pleasing. This makes it an essential tool for film photographers, videographers, and cinematographers who want accurate, natural skin tones and rich color reproduction.

By using the Tiffen 67mm 85B Filter, you can avoid spending excessive time in post-production correcting color balance, allowing you to achieve your desired look straight out of the camera.

High-Quality Optical Glass

Manufactured in the USA, the Tiffen 67mm 85B Filter uses high-quality optical glass with Tiffen’s exclusive ColorCore® technology. This ensures that the filter maintains its color accuracy over time and resists fading. The precision grinding and polishing process guarantee sharp, distortion-free images with minimal light loss.

The 67mm thread size makes it compatible with a wide range of lenses, including popular portrait and telephoto lenses. The slim profile of the Tiffen 67mm 85B Filter also helps prevent vignetting on wide-angle lenses.

Applications for Film and Digital Photography

While originally designed for film photography, the Tiffen 67mm 85B Filter also benefits digital photographers who want to add warmth to their shots in-camera. This is particularly useful in situations where white balance adjustments are limited or when working in mixed lighting environments.

Some popular uses include:

• Portrait Photography – Achieve natural skin tones even in harsh daylight.

• Landscape Photography – Add warmth to sunrise or sunset shots without over-saturation.

• Video and Cinematography – Maintain consistent color balance across multiple shots.

• Travel Photography – Avoid cold-looking images in bright, sunny locations.

Durability and Easy Maintenance

The Tiffen 67mm 85B Filter is built to withstand professional use. The sturdy aluminum ring ensures secure attachment to your lens, while the filter glass is scratch-resistant and easy to clean. For detailed cleaning techniques, see Cambridge in Colour – Camera Lens Filter Cleaning Guide.

To keep your filter in top condition, store it in a protective case and clean it with a microfiber cloth and lens-safe cleaning solution.

How to Use the Tiffen 67mm 85B Filter

1. Attach the Filter – Screw the filter onto your lens’s 67mm thread.

2. Set the Correct Exposure – The filter factor is approximately 0.6, meaning you’ll need to open your aperture by about two-thirds of a stop.

3. Shoot in Daylight – The Tiffen 67mm 85B Filter is ideal for bright, daylight conditions when using tungsten-balanced film.

4. Review Your Results – Enjoy warmer, more natural colors without heavy post-processing.

Pairing with Other Photography Gear

The Tiffen 67mm 85B Filter works well alongside other essential photography accessories. Consider pairing it with:

• Camera Lens Cleaning Kit to maintain filter clarity.

• All Film Chemistry – Black & White and Color Collection  for accurate processing results.

• All Films Category  to explore more creative film types.

Benefits of Choosing Tiffen

Tiffen has been a leader in photographic filters for decades, trusted by professional photographers and filmmakers worldwide. Their filters are known for:

• Consistent color accuracy

• Rugged build quality

• Lifetime warranty for peace of mind

• Compatibility with a wide range of lenses

By choosing the Tiffen 67mm 85B Filter, you’re investing in a product designed for reliability and professional results.

Tips for Getting the Most Out of Your Tiffen 67mm 85B Filter

• Check White Balance – Even though the filter corrects color temperature, confirm your camera or film settings for optimal results.

• Avoid Fingerprints – Handle the filter by the edges to reduce smudges.

• Use a Lens Hood – Minimize lens flare and protect your filter from accidental impacts.

• Experiment with Layering – Combine the Tiffen 67mm 85B Filter with polarizers or ND filters for creative effects.

Conclusion

The Tiffen 67mm 85B Filter is more than just a color correction tool—it’s an essential part of a well-equipped camera kit for both film and digital photographers. Its ability to warm colors naturally, combined with its professional-grade build quality, makes it a worthy investment for any serious photographer.

For official specifications and additional details, visit the Tiffen Official Website.