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Round black glass camera filter with 52mm threads and subtle mist diffusion effect

HOYA Filter

HOYA Filter 52mm Mist Diffuser Black No. 0.5 camera filter

SKU CH-MK1X-KTB60

A 52mm black mist diffuser filter that softens highlights and reduces contrast for a subtle cinematic look

  • Cinematic look with subtle film-like diffusion
  • Reduces contrast and softens skin blemishes naturally
  • Gentle halation blooms highlights for vintage feel
  • No. 0.5 density gives delicate, reproducible effect
  • 52 mm thread fits compatible lenses directly

Cinematic Look for Photo and Video

This 52mm Mist Diffuser Black No. 0.5 filter creates a cinematic look and film feel for both cinema and still photography. It reduces contrast, wrinkles, and skin blemishes while increasing halation or blooming of highlights and specular light sources. The No. 0.5 version produces a more subtle effect than the No. 1 variant.

Glass Construction for Daily Shooting

The glass filter mounts directly onto lenses with a 52mm thread for immediate in-camera results. Its soft-type diffusion balances bright highlights and deep shadows without sacrificing image clarity. The design manages strong backlighting conditions while retaining detail across the frame.

Alternative to Heavy Post-Processing

This filter replaces the need for extensive digital retouching to soften skin or bloom highlights. The jump is worth it when you want a consistent, reproducible vintage aesthetic straight from the camera. It is not for shooters who need maximum edge-to-edge sharpness or clinical contrast.

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Questions about this item

What does the 52mm thread size mean for lens compatibility?

The filter screws directly onto any lens with a 52mm front thread, which is marked on the lens barrel or cap.

How thick is the filter frame, and will it vignette on wide lenses?

The slim black aluminium frame is designed to minimise vignetting, even on wider focal lengths at 52mm.

Which side of the glass faces the lens when I mount it?

Either orientation works; the diffusion coating is applied to both surfaces, so there is no wrong side to install.

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