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A round black-rimmed camera filter marked 52mm and 1/2

Nisi

NiSi 52mm Circular Black Mist 1/2 Filter

SKU CH-8HGG-TEPRX

A 52 mm diffusion filter that softens highlights, lowers contrast and smooths skin tones for a cinematic look

  • Cinematic look from reduced highlights and lowered contrast
  • Brass frame construction maintains durability and optical alignment
  • Softens skin wrinkles and blemishes for flattering portraits
  • Pastel-like light quality adds depth to backlit scenes
  • Diffusion preserves resolution while understating contrast and sharpness

Cinematic Diffusion Filter

The NiSi 52mm Circular Black Mist 1/2 Filter reduces highlights and lowers contrast to create a cinematic look. It softens wrinkles and blemishes while maintaining resolution for flattering portraits. A brass frame ensures durability for regular creative use.

Portrait and Video Creators

This filter suits photographers and filmmakers who want a soft, pastel-like quality of light in backlit scenes. It is not for shooters who need clinical sharpness or maximum contrast retention. Buyers requiring a different thread diameter or mist strength should look at other options.

52mm Thread with 1/2 Strength

The filter mounts on lenses with a 52mm front thread and applies a fixed 1/2 mist density. This combination determines the intensity of highlight diffusion and contrast reduction. Confirm your lens thread size and desired effect level before purchasing.

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Price $61.99
Pricier than about 61% of the 1,281 comparable items (median $48.99).

Specifications

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Questions about this item

How can I confirm the NiSi 52mm Circular Black Mist 1/2 Filter is working as intended after mounting it?

After mounting the filter, shoot a high-contrast or backlit scene and review the image; the filter is performing correctly when highlights appear softened and diffused, shadows are lifted, contrast is visibly lowered, and skin textures such as wrinkles and blemishes look smoother while overall resolution remains sharp.

What comes in the box with the NiSi 52mm Circular Black Mist 1/2 Filter and what must I purchase separately?

The package includes the 52mm Black Mist 1/2 filter with its brass frame; you will need to buy a 52mm lens cap, a protective filter pouch or case, and a cleaning cloth separately if you do not already own them.

Which strength of the NiSi Black Mist series should I choose for a subtle cinematic effect?

The 1/2 strength provides a gentle, pastel-like diffusion that softens highlights and lowers contrast without overwhelming the image, making it the preferred starting point for most portrait and video work; stronger densities such as 1/4 or 1 are sold as separate models if you later want a more pronounced look.

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