Tiffen 58mm Digital Essentials Filter Kit
The Tiffen 58mm Digital Essentials Filter Kit contains all the basics that an outdoor digital shooter requires.
UV Protector
These are wise initial investments. They help protect your valuable investment from dust, moisture and scratches, which can lead to costly repairs.
Circular Polarizer
Light rays which are reflected become polarized. Polarizing filters are used to select which light rays enter your camera lens. They can remove unwanted reflections from non-metallic surfaces such as water or glass and also saturate colors providing better contrast. The effect can be seen through the viewfinder and changed by rotating the filter. The filter factor varies according to how the filter is rotated and its orientation to the sun.
Neutral Density filters from Tiffen have several uses and offer the possibility to achieve otherwise unachievable results. They enable the shooter to adjust exposure without affecting color balance. ND filters appear gray and reduce the amount of light reaching the either the sensor of a digital camera or the film plane of a traditional film camera. Neutral Density filters are used to create some unusual special effects such as capturing the "blur" of the rippling water of a waterfall or the swirling effect of city traffic. Since they allow the use of slower shutter speeds in bright light, it becomes possible to create these special effects that would normally not be possible to capture without the filter. And since they can also help to control your depth of field, they permit you to shoot at wider apertures. Ultimately, their value is in helping to prevent bright, overly washed out images shot in bright light.
The entire kit comes with a Tiffen padded storage pouch that will help keep your filters clean and free from dust, dirt, fingerprints and other contaminants,.
Tiffen's ColorCore glass is produced through a process that entails permanently laminating the filter material in between two pieces of optical glass that are ground flat to tolerances of a ten-thousandth of an inch, then mounting them in precision aluminum rings.
UV Protector
- Tiffen filters provide additional benefits of correction for Ultraviolet(UV) light which can register on film and videotape as a bluish cast and can obscure distant details
- If desired they can be left on the lens at all times for protection
Circular Polarizer
- This filter eliminates ultraviolet rays to remove haze from outdoor shots as well as polarizing the light to remove reflections, and increase color saturation, without affecting the overall color balance
- Makes a blue sky bluer
- Enhances clouds
Neutral Density Filters Have Four Main Uses
- To enable slow shutter speeds to be used, especially with high speed ISOs, to record movement in subjects such as waterfalls, clouds, or cars
- To decrease depth of field by allowing wider apertures to be used, which helps separate subjects from their background
- To decrease the effective ISO of high speed film (above ISO 400) and allow it to be used outdoors in bright situation
- To allow cine and video cameras (which have fixed shutter speeds) to film subjects such as snow, sand or other bright scenes which could cause overexposure
- Tiffen Quality
- Tiffen's ColorCore glass is sealed between two optical glass sheets. In this way, Tiffen can better control the various densities of their filters and thereby create more exact degrees of filtration. This process makes for greater accuracy of color as opposed to glass that is simply dyed and become subject to deviation during the dye process
- Tiffen, a leader in the filter industry, proudly makes its filters in the USA and backs up its products with a solid 10-year warranty
| Type | Digital Essentials Kit |
| Size | 58mm |
| Grade |
UV Protector: Not applicable Circular Polarizer: Not applicable Neutral Density: 0.6 |
| Filter Factor |
UV Protector: 0 Circular Polarizer: Between 2.3 and 2.8 (approx. +1.3 stops) Neutral Density: 2-stops |
| Multi-Coated | Not Applicable |
| Rotating | Only the circular polarizer |
| Effect |
UV Protector: Reduces excessive blue; cuts through haze and can improve image clarity; protects front element of lens Circular Polarizer: Removes reflections and increases color saturation without affecting the overall color balance Neutral Density: Reduce the amount of light reaching the digital sensor or film plane; to use high speed ISOs in bright light |
| Application |
UV Protector: Helpful when photographing mountain and marine scenes, where increased haze threatens to make your photographs indistinct in color and clarity Circular Polarizer: Nature, travel, outdoor photography Neutral Density: Nature, travel, outdoor photography |
| Color Temperature |
UV Protector: No change Circular Polarizer: Not applicable Neutral Density: Not applicable |
| Construction | ColorCore Glass |
| Front Filter Thread Size | 58mm |
| Front Lens Cap Size | 58mm |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 50 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
94%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (39)
- Clear optics (38)
- Firm mount (26)
- Strong construction (22)
- Compact (4)
Cons
- Poor quality (3)
Best Uses
- Lens protection (41)
- UV protection (37)
- Color correction (22)
- Filter protection (18)
- Image manipulation (13)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Photo enthusiast (31), Casual photographer (9), Semi-pro photographer (7), Pro photographer (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (32), Yes (5)
Most Liked Positive Review
Basic kit does the job.
These may not be considered the best but for the price they get the job done for any one looking to control light for home movies. The polarized filter works great for a bright snow...Read complete review
These may not be considered the best but for the price they get the job done for any one looking to control light for home movies. The polarized filter works great for a bright snow covered scene I'm sure it'll will equally as well if on the beach. The UV will keep your lens free from debris if your concerned that the kids are going to sling their spaghetti at you while filming. Haven't used the density just yet. Given the nature of my filming the Polarized for bright conditions is the main selling point. The clear so i so i don't have to risk scratching my main lens in the even i have debris, Even if the lenses are durable Id rather not have to touch it to clean if i don't have too. If the density cuts down haze then this is a good consumer level product. haven't had them long so i cant comment on the longevity of the tint but contrary to other reviews Ive read they seem to be built well time will tell.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Not so sure....
With my lens, I thought I'd try the Tiffen for a change. Being US made, I figured these would be pretty decent. However, the package price for 3 filters should have been the...Read complete review
With my lens, I thought I'd try the Tiffen for a change. Being US made, I figured these would be pretty decent. However, the package price for 3 filters should have been the giveaway. As a basic camera protection packge it's fine. The polarising filter however is useless compared to my Hoya. Doing a direct comparasion on same angle of light, the Tiffen hardly made a difference at all. Fitting the filters on it also very fiddly as they are thin and the thread not so great. Even fitting the lens cap, it only just hangs on.
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Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Color Correction
- Image Manipulation
- Lens Protection
- UV Protection
Comments about Tiffen 58mm Digital Essentials Filter Kit:
protect my lens
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
Cons
Best Uses
- Filter Protection
- Lens Protection
- UV Protection
Comments about Tiffen 58mm Digital Essentials Filter Kit:
Was a nice starter kit if you have no lens filters for a 58mm lens. I used these on a Nikon. The lens cap it a bit too snug though.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Color Correction
- Image Manipulation
- Lens Protection
- UV Protection
Comments about Tiffen 58mm Digital Essentials Filter Kit:
Love Tiffen. Great price for the kit. You can spend more, but why.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Filter Protection
- Lens Protection
- UV Protection
Comments about Tiffen 58mm Digital Essentials Filter Kit:
very nice kit, great for many situations, great way to protect any lens.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
- Lens Protection
Comments about Tiffen 58mm Digital Essentials Filter Kit:
I'm far more used to using filters on my video camera, but I bought these for use with my brand new Canon Rebel T3i. On my most recent trip through three National Parks I found occasion to use all three filters; of course, the UV filters stays on my lens at all times. I was able to use the polarizer while hiking through Twenty Lakes Basin, seeing right down to the bottom of the crystal clear shallow lakes that line the trail. I used the ND filter to shoot water as well - a long exposure of the rushing water of Mist Falls in Kings Canyon. The pouch that comes with the filters is very handy as well, fitting up to four filters.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Color Correction
- Filter Protection
- Image Manipulation
- Lens Protection
- UV Protection
Comments about Tiffen 58mm Digital Essentials Filter Kit:
Good kit to cover the basic needs, they go on easy.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good price
Cons
- Bad threads
- Weak Construction
Best Uses
- Lens Protection
- UV Protection
Comments about Tiffen 58mm Digital Essentials Filter Kit:
The filters were fine but the threads were not good on the UV. I am afraid they may wreck the threads on my lens if I force it. The other two were fine. Thinking I will have to return it.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
Cons
Best Uses
- Filter Protection
- Lens Protection
Comments about Tiffen 58mm Digital Essentials Filter Kit:
Good price [...]
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Tiffen 58mm Digital Essentials Filter Kit:
Tiffen makes great filters and these are 3 of the most popular/useful to start with. Much cheaper than buying individually, a great buy.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Filter Protection
- Lens Protection
- UV Protection
Comments about Tiffen 58mm Digital Essentials Filter Kit:
Anyone who has a valuable lens should know that a filter is important not only to provide variation in the lens, but protect the glass itself.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Lens Protection
- UV Protection
Comments about Tiffen 58mm Digital Essentials Filter Kit:
Standard item for me, will not own a lens without running them.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
- Lens Protection
- UV Protection
Comments about Tiffen 58mm Digital Essentials Filter Kit:
This was a well priced and useful addition to the Canon 70-300mm lens I bought recently. As all my other lenses also have a 58mm filter thread (or a step up ring to 58mm) this kit will find itself with a wide range of uses.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
Cons
Best Uses
- Color Correction
- Filter Protection
- Lens Protection
Comments about Tiffen 58mm Digital Essentials Filter Kit:
I can take photos with much contrast
I protect the lens
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
- Lens Protection
Comments about Tiffen 58mm Digital Essentials Filter Kit:
There is no way I can think my lenses without these filters.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
Cons
Best Uses
- Color Correction
- Filter Protection
- Lens Protection
- UV Protection
Comments about Tiffen 58mm Digital Essentials Filter Kit:
Got this with the purchase of a Cannon 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS EF USM LENS.Great value for money
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
- Lens Protection
Comments about Tiffen 58mm Digital Essentials Filter Kit:
The "right" combination of filters, at a discount
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Color Correction
- Lens Protection
- UV Protection
Comments about Tiffen 58mm Digital Essentials Filter Kit:
These may not be considered the best but for the price they get the job done for any one looking to control light for home movies. The polarized filter works great for a bright snow covered scene I'm sure it'll will equally as well if on the beach. The UV will keep your lens free from debris if your concerned that the kids are going to sling their spaghetti at you while filming. Haven't used the density just yet. Given the nature of my filming the Polarized for bright conditions is the main selling point. The clear so i so i don't have to risk scratching my main lens in the even i have debris, Even if the lenses are durable Id rather not have to touch it to clean if i don't have too. If the density cuts down haze then this is a good consumer level product. haven't had them long so i cant comment on the longevity of the tint but contrary to other reviews Ive read they seem to be built well time will tell.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
Cons
Best Uses
- Color Correction
- Filter Protection
- Lens Protection
- UV Protection
Comments about Tiffen 58mm Digital Essentials Filter Kit:
Excelent kit to use in different ocassions.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
- Loose Mount
- Weak Construction
Best Uses
- Color Correction
- Image Manipulation
- Lens Protection
- UV Protection
Comments about Tiffen 58mm Digital Essentials Filter Kit:
I use my filters mainly when I want to take more artistic shots. They are very easy to attach and they come in a nice pouch that protects them when you carry them around. With the polarizing filter it is sometimes a little difficult to see if the filter has been completely attached.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- UV Protection
Comments about Tiffen 58mm Digital Essentials Filter Kit:
Keeping UV's cool
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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- 4-Pocket Padded Storage Pouch
- 10-Year Warranty
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