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Tiffen Solar ND Filter (95mm, 18-Stop, Special 50th Anniversary Edition)

BH #TI95CND54 • MFR #95CND54
Tiffen Solar ND Filter (95mm, 18-Stop, Special 50th Anniversary Edition)
Key Features
  • 5.4 Optical Density
  • Designed for Solar Photography
  • Capture More Detailed Solar Images
  • Official B&H 50th Anniversary Edition
This 95mm Special 50th Aniversary Edition 18-stop Solar ND Filter from Tiffen is a solid ND filter with a 262,144x filter factor that provides an 18-stop exposure reduction. Its 5.4 density darkens the entire image, allowing you to photograph with a wider aperture or slower shutter speed while reducing the risk of overexposure. This means you can capture more detailed solar images than might be possible under normal conditions. This filter limits IR and UV light, ensuring color-neutral images, and reduces glare with its multi-layer coating.
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For Solar Photography, Not Safe for Direct Viewing of the Sun
Warning: Viewing the Sun without proper protection can cause permanent eye damage, blindness, and equipment damage. This product protects your camera and allows for safe solar photography only; it is not ISO 12312-2 compliant and therefore not safe for direct viewing of the Sun. Always use approved ISO 12312-2 certified safety glasses when viewing the Sun directly. Never use photographic neutral density filters for direct solar viewing, viewing the sun through an optic, or when using cameras with an optical viewfinder.
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Tiffen Solar ND Filter Overview

This 95mm Special 50th Aniversary Edition 18-stop Solar ND Filter from Tiffen is a solid ND filter with a 262,144x filter factor that provides an 18-stop exposure reduction. Its 5.4 density darkens the entire image, allowing you to photograph with a wider aperture or slower shutter speed while reducing the risk of overexposure. This means you can capture more detailed solar images than might be possible under normal conditions. This filter limits IR and UV light, ensuring color-neutral images, and reduces glare with its multi-layer coating.

In honor of B&H's 50th anniversary, Tiffen presents this limited edition run, specially designed to celebrate five decades of creative partnership. This exclusive Special 50th Anniversary Edition embodies the commitment to excellence that B&H stands for. Get your hands on a piece of history with this distinctive edition.

This filter is designed specifically for photography applications. This filter is not suitable for direct solar viewing with the naked eye, including with optical viewfinders.

UPC: 884613045838

Tiffen Solar ND FilterSpecs

Filter Type
Solid ND
Exposure Reduction
18-Stop
Size
95 mm Rear Filter Thread 
Front Accessory Thread / Bayonet
95 mm
Coating
Multi Coated
Filter Material
Glass
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.165 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
6 x 5.6 x 1.2"

Tiffen Solar ND Filter Reviews

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Will this filter fit the Nikon AF-S 200-500mm ...

Will this filter fit the Nikon AF-S 200-500mm 1:5.6E ED lens?
Asked by: Frank
Yes the Tiffen Solar ND Filter (95mm, 18-Stop, Special 50th Anniversary Edition)with fit the Nikon 200-500mm lens.
Answered by: Dan W
Date published: 2023-09-13

Is this filter suitable for the upcoming eclipse ...

Is this filter suitable for the upcoming eclipse 10/14/23?
Asked by: Donna
The Tiffen Solar ND Filter (95mm, 18-Stop, Special 50th Anniversary Edition) (B&H# TI95CND54) is absolutely suitable for photographing any annular solar eclipse such as the one on October 14, 2023 (and future such annular solar eclipses), as well as any total solar eclipse such as the one on April 8, 2024 -- and later ones, too, in 2026, 2028, etc. As with any similar photography (rather than optical viewing) style filter, the image would then be viewed using electronic means such as in digital live view mode when using a DSLR (rather than using the optical viewfinder) or with any mirrorless camera using its digital viewfinder or rear digital screen.
Answered by: Yoni S
Date published: 2024-04-02

Is this Solar filter ISO 12312-2 certified?

Is this Solar filter ISO 12312-2 certified?
Asked by: Robert E
Unfortunately, the Tiffen Solar ND Filter (95mm, 18-Stop, Special 50th Anniversary Edition) is not ISO 12312-2 certified. It should not be used to look directly at the sun with our eyes. It can be used for the camera to take a photo of the sun. Look only in the LCD live view to compose the photo. Do not look in an optical viewfinder.
Answered by: Daniel C
Date published: 2024-04-19

Why the notice that this solar filter is not safe ...

Why the notice that this solar filter is not safe for solar viewing???
Asked by: Kevin
The Tiffen Solar ND Filter (95mm, 18-Stop, Special 50th Anniversary Edition) is designed for photographic use and is not intended for use as a viewing filter. It will protect the camera sensor, not the human eye.
Answered by: Marvin C
Date published: 2024-03-27

Does this filter have front threads for attaching ...

Does this filter have front threads for attaching a screw-on lens hood? I intend to use it with a 600mm mirror lens.
Asked by: Patrick
The Staff answer does not seem responsive to the original question. The question was about compatibility with a 600mm lens, presumably with a drop-in filter much smaller than 95mm. For my Sony 600GM, that would be a 40.5mm filter.
Answered by: Robert
Date published: 2024-03-28

Does this meet the ISO 12312-2 standard?

Does this meet the ISO 12312-2 standard?
Asked by: Alexander
The Tiffen Solar ND Filter (58mm, 18-Stop, Special 50th Anniversary Edition) is not ISO 12312-2 compliant.
Answered by: Rob K
Date published: 2023-10-16

Would the 40.5mm version of this 18-stop solar ...

Would the 40.5mm version of this 18-stop solar filter be compatible with my Sony 600GM's drop-in filter system? Thanks!
Asked by: Robert
Yes, the Tiffen Solar ND Filter (40.5mm, 18-Stop, Special 50th Anniversary Edition) can be used as a drop-in filter for the Sony FE 600mm f/4 GM OSS Lens.
Answered by: Michelle F
Date published: 2024-03-07

Will this fit in my Canon 600mm prime as a drop ...

Will this fit in my Canon 600mm prime as a drop in filter?
Asked by: Brad
Yes, the Tiffen Solar ND Filter (52mm, 18-Stop, Special 50th Anniversary Edition) will fit into the drop in filter of the Canon 600mm f4L.
Answered by: Jonathan S
Date published: 2024-03-14
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