Ilford Multigrade Filter Set - 6x6"
Ilford Multigrade Gelatin Filter Set 6 x 6"
Contrast control with multigrade and variable contrast black & white photographic papers can be achieved in several ways. One of the most widely used ways is through the use multigrade or variable contrast hand filters.
A magenta filter absorbs green light and transmits blue;
A yellow filter absorbs blue light and transmits green.
In this way, high and low contrast images can be made.
Ilford produces twelve multigrade filters that are numbered 00 - 5 in 1/2 steps, with the lowest filter number corresponding to the softest contrast.
Filters are available in sets of filters 3-1/2 x 3-1/2" (8.9 x 8.9cm) and 6 x 6" (15.2 x 15.2cm ). They can be used above or below the lens and can be cut to fit the enlarger filter drawer.
Filter sizes 12 x 12" (30 x 30cm ) are available to special order. .
Multigrade filters are very easy to use: no complicated calculations are needed when changing from one filter to another. The exposure time for filters 00 - 31/2 is the same; that for filters 4 - 5 is double.
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Pros
- Compact (8)
- Consistent reactions (7)
- Easily cleaned (6)
- Easy to use (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Enlarging (9)
- Photography (8)
- Printing (8)
- Developing (5)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Photo enthusiast (5), Semi-pro photographer (4)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (9)
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Pros
- Easy to Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Variable contrast papers
Comments about Ilford Multigrade Filter Set - 6x6":
-more increments than usual filter sets
-cut your filter to your enlarger's filter holder
-above-negative filtration for better image quality
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comes with 12 filters
- Compact
- Easily Cleaned
- Easy to use
- Portable
Cons
Best Uses
- Developing
- Enlarging
- Everything
- Photography
- Printing
Comments about Ilford Multigrade Filter Set - 6x6":
This product is very important for any development of pictures. The use of the filters, changes the contrast of the negatives of the pictures that were taken, by applying it to a machine that allows the development of pictures to take place. The only problem is that the filter may not fit in the panel its suppose to be inserted in, so cutting it may take place so that you can get a perfect fit. I had to cut a centimeter off one side of the filter. As for everything else, the filter is just perfect.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to use
- Necessary
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Enlarging
- Photography
- Printing
Comments about Ilford Multigrade Filter Set - 6x6":
Previously I had used the smaller Multigrade filter set that fits under the enlarger lens, however the universal filter holder that holds the filters below the lens is not ideal - it wobbles and falls off all too easily. (If you think about it, it can't be much better as it has to be usable with all, or the majority of, enlargers). Plus the fact that the image from the negative shines through the filters which are almost certainly not optically perfect. Enter the 6x6 filters. These fit between the condenser and negative carrier in the color filter draw and so avoid the problems associated with the under-the-lens set. Thus, if your enlarger has a color filter draw go for the 6x6 filters, otherwise you have no alternative but to use the less user friendly under-the-lens set.
My enlarger (Beseler 23C II) takes a 5.5 inch square filter which meant cutting 0.5 inches off two sides of each filter, but this is easy enough to do. My advice is to cut a piece of card of exactly the right size, check its fit in the enlarger, then use it as a template to cut the 6x6 filters down to size.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact
Cons
- Inconsistent Results
Best Uses
- Enlarging
Comments about Ilford Multigrade Filter Set - 6x6":
If only tgey made these in more than 2 sizes
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact
- Consistent Reactions
- Easily Cleaned
Cons
Best Uses
- Developing
- Enlarging
- Photography
- Printing
Comments about Ilford Multigrade Filter Set - 6x6":
does a good job,
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- No image degradation
Cons
- Wear cotton gloves
Best Uses
- Enlarging
Comments about Ilford Multigrade Filter Set - 6x6":
These filters are perfect for controlling image contrast by filtering the light before it passes through a negative, instead of using smaller filters under an enlarger lens.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Reactions
Cons
Best Uses
- Developing
- Enlarging
- Photography
- Printing
Comments about Ilford Multigrade Filter Set - 6x6":
I had to get these filters for a black and white photo class that I'm taking and they work great! Its nice how they are separated in the box with tabs and it makes it easy to find the right filter in the darkroom. [...]
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Reactions
Cons
Best Uses
- Enlarging
Comments about Ilford Multigrade Filter Set - 6x6":
the best filter there are. hands down
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Developing
- Enlarging
- Photography
Comments about Ilford Multigrade Filter Set - 6x6":
[...] since this is one of the best filters, they have been working amazingly since I have received them!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact
- Consistent Reactions
- Easily Cleaned
Cons
Best Uses
- Printing
Comments about Ilford Multigrade Filter Set - 6x6":
I ended up getting my own set because the darkroom checkouts are scratched. Every photo student should own a set. Period.
Pros
- Compact
- Consistent Reactions
- Easily Cleaned
Cons
Best Uses
- Photography
- Printing
Comments about Ilford Multigrade Filter Set - 6x6":
My prints come out so much better. I like the many increments of shading that are available in the pack.
Pros
- Compact
- Consistent Reactions
- Easily Cleaned
Cons
Best Uses
- Developing
- Photography
- Printing
Comments about Ilford Multigrade Filter Set - 6x6":
I really like these filters
Pros
- Compact
- Consistent Reactions
- Easily Cleaned
Cons
Best Uses
- Enlarging
- Photography
- Printing
Comments about Ilford Multigrade Filter Set - 6x6":
these are good filters, i had to cut them a little to fit my enlarger but i knew i was going to do that. i definitly recommend!
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