Silky-smooth diffusion gel by Rosco — scatters light evenly with no visible texture for natural, clean illumination.
Definition
Rosco 104 is a color filter from the Rosco series for professional luminaires. The filter corrects artificial light from 3200K to daylight (5600K).
Practical Application
The filter is used in the following situations:
- Color Correction: Adjusting tungsten light to daylight sources
- Mixed Lighting: Balancing different light sources in the same setup
- Location Shooting: Matching artificial light to existing window light
- Continuity: Uniform color temperature across different camera angles
Technical Details
- Light Transmission: 60% (loses 0.7 stops)
- Available as sheets (53cm x 61cm) or rolls
- Heat resistant up to 232°C
- Compatible with all standard filter holders
Practical Tips
- Increase exposure by 2/3 stop when used
- Mount the filter in front of the luminaire barn doors
- Maintain distance from the bulb with hot tungsten lamps
- Store dry and flat to avoid deformation
Professional Standards
In film and TV production, standardized color correction enables:
- Consistent color reproduction across all takes
- Reduced color grading time in post-production
- Precise lighting planning with reliable transmission values
- Compatibility between different production teams
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