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A round glass filter with a subtle textured surface in a thin metal ring

HOYA Filter

HOYA Filter 62mm Creative Softener No0.5 Glass Filter

SKU CH-QSES-PTYB6

A 62mm glass filter that adds a subtle soft-focus effect for portraits and fine-art images

  • Creates clear focus with soft gradation
  • Made with drops of water on optical acrylic surface
  • Softener No0.5 gives weaker effect than Softener No1
  • Gently reduces edge sharpness and contrast
  • Scatters light through ring-shaped deformations on glass

Purpose and fit

The 62mm Creative Softener No0.5 adds a gentle, dreamy glow to portraits, commercial shots and fine-art images. It suits photographers and videographers who want subtle softening without losing overall clarity. The effect is weaker than the No1 version, giving finer control over mood. Buyers who need strong diffusion or dramatic halation will find this filter too mild.

Mounting and pitfalls

The filter screws onto any 62mm thread, so installation takes seconds and requires no tools. Over-tightening can bind the ring, making removal difficult; turn only until snug. Stacking additional filters may cause vignetting on wide-angle lenses. Dust or fingerprints on the acrylic surface show up clearly in backlit scenes, so handle by the edges and clean with a microfibre cloth.

Optical limits

The softening relies on microscopic ring-shaped deformations that scatter light, which also reduces contrast slightly in high-contrast scenes. The effect is fixed at the No0.5 strength and cannot be adjusted in-camera. Strong point light sources may produce faint halos that some users find distracting. The filter does not correct colour balance or provide UV protection.

How it compares

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Price $37.99
Cheaper than about 60% of the 1,281 comparable items (median $48.99).

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

How can I confirm the 62mm Creative Softener No0.5 is producing the intended soft gradation after mounting it?

Take test shots at the same aperture with and without the filter; the version with the filter should show gently reduced edge sharpness and contrast plus a subtle, dreamy atmosphere on skin tones or highlights.

What is included in the box and what must be purchased separately for the 62mm Creative Softener No0.5?

The box contains the 62mm glass filter itself; any lens hood, cleaning cloth, or filter pouch required for your workflow must be bought separately.

Which softening strength should I choose between the No0.5 and the No1 version for the 62mm Creative Softener?

Choose the No0.5 when you want a weaker, more subtle softening effect; choose the No1 only if you need a noticeably stronger diffusion for the same 62mm thread size.

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