We Help Create the World's Greatest Images!

ABOUT TIFFEN COMPANY

OUR BUSINESS STRATEGY

For over 85+ years, our strategy has always been to succeed by creating innovative products and services through direct customer interaction and feedback.

OUR HISTORY

The Tiffen Company is a leading American manufacturer of imaging accessories for the consumer/professional imaging, Motion Picture & Television and broadcast industries.

Users of the accessories range from discerning amateurs, videographers and television production to renowned major motion picture cinematographers, all putting their trust in Tiffen filters to do their job accurately and consistently.

The company was originally founded by Sol Tiffen in 1938 and later joined by two of his brothers Leo and Nat. At the time, the company sold an array of camera accessories for amateur and professional photographers such as filters, adapter rings and lens accessories. However, the optical filters were made by other companies and were inconsistent in color and quality. This caught Nat’s attention, and after years of research and development, Tiffen would bring their first filters to the market. This was not just another filter, but a major breakthrough for filter technology.

In 1951, Tiffen’s new proprietary, ColorCore™ technology was used to manufacture Tiffen glass filters. Over the years the company was involved in manufacturing a wide array of filter accessories with Sol managing the consumer photography business, Leo overseeing the company’s entrance into the audio-visual market and Nat managing manufacturing and the motion picture and television business.

Today, Tiffen Filters are still manufactured in their Hauppauge, Long Island factory with additional facilities in Burbank, California and at the Pinewood Studios outside of London, England.

Tiffen has been recognized with numerous awards from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences®, as well as multiple EMMY® Awards from the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, and the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences. In addition to other awards and patents the company has received.

BRANDS

Your Trusted Imaging Partners

Across seven specialized brands, we deliver industry-leading solutions personalized to the evolving needs of filmmakers, photographers, and visual storytellers.

The original brand in camera stabilization, Steadicam has been a game-changer for smooth, professional-grade footage.

A world leader in location lighting, Lowel ensures your subject shines with precision and clarity

Professional flash brackets designed for photographers to achieve maximum flexibility, stability, and precision in their setups.

Trusted for over 85+ years, the choice of the finest photographers and film makers worldwide.

Keep your gear safe with Domke’s rugged, reliable bags designed for the serious photographer.

Lightweight yet sturdy, Davis & Sanford tripods offer consistent support for every shot.

Protect your equipment in style with Zing's durable and practical designs.

A LEGACY THAT INSPIRES GENERATIONS

For over 85+ years, Tiffen has pioneered groundbreaking technologies, empowering filmmakers and photographers to tell their stories through the lens of perfection.

Andrew Tiffen

Andrew Tiffen

3rd Generation

The Legacy Continues Andrew Tiffen, today’s leader, is dedicated to expanding the brand’s legacy with an emphasis on technological advancements and customer-centric solutions...

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Steven Tiffen

Steven Tiffen

2nd Generation

The Legacy Continues Andrew Tiffen, today’s leader, is dedicated to expanding the brand’s legacy with an emphasis on technological advancements and customer-centric solutions...

Nat Tiffen

Nat Tiffen

1st Generation

Nat Tiffen accepting the Scientific and Engineering Academy Award®

Our Values

LEGACY IN EVERY DETAIL

Driven by Purpose

We craft tools that empower creators to tell bold, cinematic stories with confidence.

Built on Craftsmanship

Every product we make reflects decades of experience, precision, and quality.

Legacy of Innovation

We stay ahead of creative trends with technology that evolves our user’s vision.

Rooted in Trust

Hollywood professionals rely on Tiffen because we never compromise.