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Round 55mm glass filter with translucent textured surface

HOYA Filter

Hoya 55mm Creative Diffuser No1 Soft-Focus Glass Filter

SKU CH-HCR3-VJ8VP

A 55 mm glass filter that softens skin tones, reduces harsh highlights and lowers overall contrast for a gentle, diffused look in stills and video

  • Softens skin tones for flattering portraits
  • Reduces harsh highlights in bright light sources
  • Lowers overall contrast for a gentle mood
  • Creates a natural soft-focus effect without blur
  • Uneven glass surface diffuses light uniquely

Portrait softening tool

The Hoya 55mm Creative Diffuser No1 Soft-Focus Glass Filter is a screw-in optical filter designed for photographers and videographers who want a gentle, dream-like look straight from the lens. It suits portrait, wedding and creative work where skin texture and harsh highlights need subtle smoothing without heavy post-processing.

Hydrogen-fluoride surface texture

An irregular, translucent pattern is created by spraying hydrogen fluoride onto the glass through a specialised masking plate. This physical surface structure scatters incoming light to produce the filter’s signature soft-focus rendering while preserving overall image contrast.

Consistent diffusion under continuous light

The glass construction and fixed surface treatment deliver the same diffusion character during long video takes or extended shooting sessions. There is no moving part or coating that shifts with heat, so the softening effect remains stable from the first frame to the last.

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Price $31.99
Cheaper than about 67% of the 1,281 comparable items (median $48.99).

Specifications

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Questions about this item

How strong is the soft-focus effect once the No1 filter is on the lens?

The No1 grade gives a gentle diffusion that smooths skin tones and takes the edge off highlights while keeping overall contrast intact.

What thread standard does the 55mm ring use and will it fit my lens?

It uses the standard 55 mm filter thread found on most consumer lenses, so it screws straight onto any lens with that diameter.

How thick is the glass and will it clear my lens hood or cap?

The filter is a slim glass disc in a low-profile aluminium frame that clears most hoods and accepts a standard 55 mm snap-on cap.

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