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Another example of split-toned black and white originating from a colour image. Moving your mouse over the image will replace the simply 'greyscaled' or desaturated image with a colour balanced split toned image.

You may perceive in the greyscale image a reduced depth, reduced glow or reduced warmth (independent of the warming sepia colour applied). Starting with a colour image provides more information and post exposure control than is possible when starting from a monochrome image.

For example, the final image above simulates the addition of a light red filter (a low saturation, medium red-orange hue) on the lens while using black and white film. A split-toned print simulation is then applied. This type of transform is very subtle, excelling in prints beyond the perceived on-screen effect.

Additionally, during a family portrait shoot there is little time for assessing the small (but important) differences afforded by filters, especially as the contrast of the scene changes. It is neither practical nor always possible to take the time to allow for these factors before a moment can pass.

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