I want a filter for foilage, #11 or #13?

[brian steinberger]

I'm going to get a green filter. I'm wondering what the main differences are between these two. I know that the #11 or more yellow-green and the #13 is green. Any suggestions on which one would be better? Thanks

Brian

 

[aldevo]

Schneider Optics (the maker of the celebrated B+W filter line) has an excellent handbook on filters.

I think you'll find the answer you seek at p.35 here:

http://www.schneideroptics.com/info/handbook/pdf/B+WHandbook_Full.pdf

 

[brian steinberger]

aldevo,

Thanks alot! Actually I use B&W filters and I never knew that they were made by schneider. Excellent!

Brian

 

[brian steinberger]

Another question... it states that the light green (#11) makes portraits more dramatic, and then for the green filter (#13) it says that in shows skin blemishes. How does the #11 make a portrait more dramatic?

 

[zone v]

Hi
If you know your primaries and complementary colors, you can easily decide which filter you'll need to use for your visualization. Just remember this simple rule: A filter will lighten subjects of its own color and darken the complementary color. I have this simple chart with the primaries and complements committed to memory. Helps me decide what I need when the time arises. Of course, this is most successful when shooting Black & White.
Also, If you are really serious about using filters, pick up Ansel Adams book #2, The Negative. You'll probably want to get the other 2 books as well, eventually.

Good Luck

 

[aldevo]

Another question... it states that the light green (#11) makes portraits more dramatic, and then for the green filter (#13) it says that in shows skin blemishes. How does the #11 make a portrait more dramatic?

The #11 filter darkens red tones, so ruddy skin, blemishes, red lips etc. get darkened. Basically, you should observe a wider range of tones in the facial skin and facial features with the #11 as a result of this effect.

The #13 should do this to an even greater degree. I think B+W is suggesting that perhaps the #13 may introduce too much drama in your portraits!

Choice of film also plays a role here. Some films, like Kodak TMX 100, have a bit more red sensitivity and would tend to reduce the contrast among skin tones. Other films, like Maco ORT25 would darken red tones.

I own a B+W MRC 060 (#11), myself.

 

[ricksplace]

Might be easier to find a filter for foliage...