This Hoya 55mm Mist Diffuser Black No. 1 Filterfrom Hoya 55mm Mist Diffuser Black No. 1 Filterdiffuses light sources to create a soft glowing effect around highlights. It reduces overall contrast, but especially in the shadows, and helps to create a cinematic look and film feel in still images and video. The effect is an increase in halation or "blooming" of highlights and specular light sources, plus a reduction in contrast, wrinkles, and skin blemishes for a softer, more romantic look. The effect of the Mist Diffuser Black No. 1 is similar to filters rated 1/4 when compared to cinematic mist filters.

The cinematic mist effect is created by equally distributing a fine black nano powder between two layers of optical glass then bonding them together. This filter is made of optical glass to retain image detail, but the glass is not multicoated to provide enhanced flares. The slim aluminum frame can be used on wide angle lenses without vignetting.

Diffusion Level: Grade 1    Create a Cinematic Look and Filmic Feel    Reduces Contrast, Increases Halation    Softens Wrinkles and Skin Blemishes    For Still or Video Applications    Optical Glass with Fine Black Diffusion    Slim Aluminum Frame with Black Finish

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Can I use this filter in a Sony E-Mount lens?

A: Yes, I use it with the 16-50 kit lens and fits perfect

Q: 2. Can I change the mount to mft mount, so I can switch this lens between my fuji and my gh5?

A: We're afraid not. Interchangeable mounts are not available for this product.

Q: 3. Can these filters be used together, in what combinations? Do they have threads on both sides?

A: Yes, you can stack theses filters in any order you like. Typically the UV filter goes on first, then either the polarizer or nd, keep in mind too many filters stacked can cause vignetting (darken of the edges) especially on a wide angle lens.

Q: 4. Are these filters glass or plastic?

A: Plastic

Q: 5. I received this for my Sony 55mm lens and it does great however my lens cap doesn’t seem to fit the filter. Where can I get a cap that fits?

A: This is a high quality lens cap that you can use over this filter. https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/807039-REG/Sensei_lc55_55mm_Center_Pinch_Snap_On.html

Q: 6. Will this fit a Leica Q2 with lens hood installed?

A: The Hoya 49mm HD3 Circular Polarizer Filter cannot be used on the Leica Q2 at the same time as the lens hood.

Q: 7. Does anyone know if the front thread is the same mm as the back on these Vivitar Variable ND's?

A: On this particular filter, the front threads are 82mm in diameter.

Q: 8. What is the Filter Factor, i.e how many stops of Light are reduced?

A: The filter factor is, 2x (1-Stop) to 2x (1-Stop).

Q: 9. Though made to cover super 35 sensor, will I still experience a crop when using on super 35 cameras?

A: Yes, this will be the equivalent of a 27 to 82.5mm lens after the standard 1.5x Crop Factor.

Q: 10. Is the circular polarizer in this kit comparable at all to the Hoya HD3 circular polarizer in how much light it blocks and color rendering?

A: No, the HD3 is a superior filter.