New Net diffusion : Schneider

Schneider-Kreuznach recently at NAB 2018 has come up with a Net type filters the silk stocking trick used by cinematographers for decades and serves it in seven distinct varieties.

As the resolution getting very higher and higher and digital imaging, we need certain filtration to soften the image and feel real and dreamy.

Diffusion is one of the most practiced  powerful tools that cinematographers try to use with optical filters and  most effective was using ‘Lady stockings’ behind or in front of the lens by wrapping around lens tightly,“Net diffusion” is simply the practice of placing a thin, net-like fabric, often stockings or a netted material in front of or behind the lens. The fabric causes some of the light traveling through the lens to bend, while allowing the rest to travel straight through. The result is an out of focus image laid over a sharp image, which is the basic result of practically all forms of lens diffusion. Of course, different types of fabrics produce different results.

Now having the old practice in mind Schneider has come up with 7 net filters to be placed in front of lens manufactured with very high quality fabric material  to achieve the illustrious vintage  with modern convenience!

Available in three color options and several densities to create your timeless look.

True-Net Black
True-Net Black is available in 3 densities, from subtle to heavy, with that beautiful lush look you would expect from a black net. It’s romantic, it’s elegant, it’s seductive like old hollywood look

True-Net Beige

True-Net Beige, available in 2 densities, is the ultimate in warm and dreamy. A glamorous throwback to the 60’s and 70’s.

True-Net Gray

True-Net Gray, also available in 2 densities, has a very natural feel. It is slightly more muted than the True-Net Black, yet it is not as heavy as the True-Net Beige, therefore retaining a pleasing contrast.

According to Schneider, after lots of research, they managed to developed a technique to sandwich hosiery made on the same knitting machines since the 1950s, between their hallmark crystal clear water-white optical glass. Like the company’s other professional cine filters, they are laminated, and protected from edge chipping with Schneider’s Edge Seal, which also reduces edge reflection and edge.

The filters are available in the 4″ x 5.65″ size and cost $365 USD each.

Video Link : https://vimeo.com/264387720

CJ Rajkumar

Author/Cinematographer