Color correction gel with +Green shift and 1/8 stop light loss. Shifts tungsten light toward daylight's green spectrum at 88% transmission.
Definition
The 1/8 Plus Green is a color correction gel with a +Green color shift and an intensity of 1/8 stop. The gel shifts artificial light towards the green spectral component of daylight.
Practical Application
This lighting element is used in various professional scenarios:
- Color Correction: Adjusting color temperatures between different light sources
- Light Control: Precise control of light intensity and quality
- Effect Design: Creating specific visual atmospheres
- Efficiency Improvement: Reducing post-production effort through precise on-set control
Technical Details
Important technical features include:
- Light Transmission: approx. 88% (1/8 stop loss)
- Color Temperature Shift: +Green on the magenta/green axis
- Standard Gel Size: 50x60cm for spotlight barndoors
- Heat Resistance up to 120°C
Practical Tips
- Use a light meter for accurate quantification of light changes
- Combine with CTO/CTB gels for complex color corrections
- Protect from direct contact with hot light sources
- Store dry to avoid discoloration
Professional Standards
In professional film and television production, standardized lighting tools are essential for:
- Consistent image quality across multiple shooting days
- Quick adjustments without extensive rebuilding
- Cost-effective production
- Meeting the highest quality standards
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