Cinematographer
I use this subtle CTS grading for a delicate warming in portraits without an artificial look.
Color temperature correction filter with a subtle straw tint — cuts blue content by roughly 1/4 of a full CTS. Ideal for gentle warming in mixed light or fine white balance tweaks.
Definition
1/4 CTS (Color Temperature Straw) is a subtle color correction gel with a warm straw tone. Unlike 1/4 CTO, 1/4 CTS produces a warmer tint without an orange cast. Lee Filters lists this filter as #443 ("Quarter C.T. Straw").
Application
1/4 CTS is used for:
- Subtle Portrait Lighting: Natural-looking skin tones
- Fine Correction: When 1/4 CTO appears too orange
- Beauty Shots: Warm radiance without an orange bias
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Producer
1/4 CTS gives the most natural warming effect with minimal light loss.
Gaffer
1/4 CTS is for subtle warming without an orange cast. The straw tone looks more natural than CTO.
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