Soft / Mist (diffusion) filters give images a softer, cinematic look. This category includes Black Mist, Pure Mist, Highlight Diffusion and soft-effect filters, including magnetic filters with MagLock and JetMag mounting, from PolarPro, NiSi, K&F Concept, Marumi and Hoya.

A diffusion filter spreads light around bright highlights, lowers contrast and smooths skin texture, which is why it is popular for video, portraits and night scenes. Strength is shown as a fraction: 1/8 is subtle, 1/4 is all-round and 1/2 is pronounced. Combined Mist and polarizing filters are also available, in thread sizes such as 49, 72 and 77 mm.

Soft / Mist (Diffusion) Filters

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