SCENE 01 / LENS FILTERS
Lens Filters
Professional cinema filters for your Japanese production.
Lens filters are optical accessories that modify light entering the camera, controlling exposure, contrast, reflections, and color temperature. Professional filter sets including NDs, polarizers, diffusion, and effects filters give cinematographers precise creative control over the image at the point of capture.
We provide access to professional lens filter sets matched to your lens diameters and creative requirements. Our team sources filters from reputable suppliers, ensuring optical quality that meets cinema standards while coordinating delivery alongside your camera and lens package.
Capabilities
Filter Inventory
Comprehensive selection of ND, diffusion, and effects filters from top manufacturers.
Professional Filter Solutions
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Our Process
Creative Discussion
Understanding your visual approach and the look you want to achieve with your project.
Filter Selection
Recommending filters based on your camera, lenses, and artistic requirements.
Testing
Testing filter combinations with your specific camera and lens package before production.
Production Support
Additional filters and alternatives available throughout your shoot.
On Location
Cinema Filter Sets For Japanese Productions
Filter choices on a Japanese shoot range wide. They run from holding Tokyo summer haze to taming reflective Yokohama harbour water and shaping skin under the high-contrast light of an Okinawa beach.
Here is how this works in practice. We source full ND ladders from 0.3 through 2.1, IRND variants for digital sensors, variable and graduated NDs, and circular and linear polarizers in 4x5.65 and 6.6x6.6 cinema sizes. Vendors include Imagica- and Nagase Brothers-aligned suppliers. Diffusion options including Tiffen Black Pro-Mist, Schneider Classic Soft, and Glimmerglass are on offer for testing against the exact camera and lens the DP has picked.
Here is the short of it. Matte boxes from ARRI and Bright Tangerine ship pre-set with the right stage count for the shoot's filter stack. They match the lens diameters in the chosen kit. We set up prep-room testing time in Tokyo. The director and DP can lock in a diffusion choice before principal photography.
Here is the breakdown. We keep alternate sets staged for shoots moving between Kyoto temple interiors, Shibuya night exteriors, and Hokkaido daylight snow. Every filter is checked for surface integrity before dispatch. Your camera package arrives with the optical vocabulary already curated.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What ND filter densities do you stock?
We carry a full range of ND filters from 0.3 (1 stop) through 2.1 (7 stops), plus variable NDs and graduated NDs. We stock both standard ND and IRND filters to control infrared when shooting with digital cameras.
Which diffusion filters do you recommend?
The most popular choices are Tiffen Black Pro-Mist and Schneider Classic Soft for subtle skin smoothing without losing sharpness. Glimmerglass adds halation to highlights. We can test options with your camera to find the right look.
Do you have 4x5.65 and 6.6x6.6 sizes?
Yes, we stock filters in both standard cinema sizes—4x5.65 for most matte boxes and 6.6x6.6 for larger format work. We can match filters to your matte box system.
What polarizer options are available?
We offer circular polarizers in various sizes for reducing reflections and enhancing skies. We also have linear polarizers for specific effects. Our team can advise on the right polarizer for your camera system.
Can you provide matte boxes with filters?
Yes, we supply matte boxes from ARRI, Bright Tangerine, and others, configured with the filter stages you need. Matte boxes can be matched to your lens package for optimal performance.
Do you offer filter testing?
Yes, we recommend testing diffusion and effects filters with your specific camera and lenses before production. We can arrange testing time to help you find the right combination.
Related Services
Productions in Japan that need this often pair it with Cinema Lens Kits, Camera Equipment Rental, and Camera Support Systems for full coverage. Most projects also draw on HMI & Tungsten Lights and Camera Operator.
On Set
Need Lens Filters?
Tell us about your visual requirements and we'll recommend the right filters.