Hoya filter Mist Diffuser Black No1 55mm

About the series
The MIST DIFFUSER BLACK is a soft-type filter that diffuses light and suppresses the contrast between highlights and shadows to create exquisite nuances reminiscent of a scene in a movie. The beauty of the MIST DIFFUSER BLACK is that you can obtain cinematic textures on the spot, without retouching.

Type NO0.5 & NO1
The MIST DIFFUSER BLACK No0.5 has a rather subtle diffusing effect, making the filter perfect in settings with strong backlighting. The No1 has a comparatively stronger light diffusing effect, making the filter great in low light scenes.

In video & cinema
The cinematic effect is not only great in photography, but also excels in videos and movies. It pushes a little bit back that recent trend of «over sharpness» and gives a vintage look that is reliably repeatable across various cameras and lenses.
The MIST DIFFUSER BLACK also takes away the time-consuming work to add a diffusion effect in post-production and provides instant feedback on the set.

For an impressive light in nightscape
Through diffusing light around light sources and suppressing shadow contrasts, the image gets a stylish cinematic look. In contrast to common soft-filters, the MIST DIFFUSER BLACK does not whiten the image.

Smoothens skin
Through its soft-effect, the MIST DIFFUSER BLACK smoothens skin texture and reduces overall contrast. This gives models a stylish look, which makes the filter perfect for portrait shots.

Difference between NO0.5 and NO1
The HOYA MIST DIFFUSER BLACK is available in No0.5 and No1. Compared to other soft filters, the MIST DIFFUSER BLACK No1 does not whiten the image, and compared to the No0.5, has a greater light diffusing effect in strong backlighting or night scenes. The No0.5 creates a more subtle effect, making the filter perfect even with strong backlighting or in situations with strong light sources close to the camera.

Tips for shooting

• MIST DIFFUSER BLACK No0.5 and No1 are recommended for different scenes. No0.5 is suitable for night scenes and backlit scenes when the sun starts to set, while No1 is more suitable for forward lit or low light situations.
• The soft effect is stronger when the focal length of the lens is on the telephoto side and weaker at the wide-angle side.
• The effect may vary depending on the type of light source and other shooting conditions like for example shutter speed.
• The effect seen in the viewfinder and the result of shooting (depending on print, monitor size, etc.) may differ.
• The final result will also change depending on the exposure compensation, so it is recommended to use exposure compensation if necessary.