Description
Article no.: 28798
This NiSi Black Mist kit includes three circular filters in 52mm plus a NiSi filter pouch and a cleaning cloth. The set gives your images a distinct, softened look by diffusing light sources while keeping shadow areas dark and preserved. It also reduces contrast and gently softens facial wrinkles and blemishes, which makes it useful for many shooting situations where a less clinical image is desired.
The NiSi Black Mist filters add an extra dimension and character to your pictures. First, they create a pleasant diffusion around light sources, producing a soft, glowing transition without washing out highlights. At the same time, shadows retain their shade and blackness rather than becoming milky.
Secondly, these filters lower contrast and soften details such as wrinkles and blemishes. Lastly, compared to traditional diffusion filters, NiSi Black Mist filters provide this softened look with relatively little loss of fine detail across the image.
NiSi offers the Black Mist filters in three different strengths to match the level of diffusion you want. The 1/2 filter produces the most pronounced effect, while the 1/8 filter gives only a subtle touch of diffusion. Therefore, pick 1/2 when you want a stronger atmospheric look, and 1/8 when you prefer just a gentle softening.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Included filter strengths | 1/2, 1/4, 1/8 |
| Optical characteristics | Creates a soft, pastel-like quality of light; has an extra layer of black specks; provides little loss of details across the image compared to traditional diffusion filters |
| Available sizes | 49, 52, 67, 72, 77, 82 and 95mm |
| Filter pouch | Semi-soft, lightweight design; holds up to 4 circular filters with a maximum filter size of 95 mm; fits in camera bags and can be mounted on a tripod leg for quick access |
Use the set to experiment with different levels of diffusion. Start with the 1/8 filter for a subtle effect and then try 1/4 or 1/2 for progressively stronger looks. Because the filters soften contrast while preserving shadow density, they work well when you want a smoother image without losing depth in dark areas.
Question: What strengths are included in this 52mm kit?
Answer: The kit contains three NiSi Black Mist filters in strengths 1/2, 1/4 and 1/8, covering a range from strong to subtle diffusion.
Question: How do these filters affect highlights and shadows?
Answer: They diffuse light sources to create a pleasant glow while keeping shadows dark and retaining their shade and blackness, rather than turning them milky.
Question: Will I lose detail across the image when using Black Mist?
Answer: NiSi Black Mist filters provide softening with relatively little loss of fine detail compared to traditional diffusion filters, according to the product description.
Question: What does the NiSi filter pouch hold and how can I use it?
Answer: The semi-soft, lightweight pouch holds up to four circular filters up to 95mm in size. You can store it in your camera bag or mount it on a tripod leg for quick, convenient access while shooting.
Question: Which strength should I start with if I am unsure?
Answer: Begin with the 1/8 filter for a subtle effect, then move to 1/4 or 1/2 if you want increasingly pronounced diffusion; the 1/2 produces the strongest effect and 1/8 the lightest.