NiSi Filter Swift System Black Mist 1/8 72mm

NiSi Filter Swift System Black Mist 1/8 72mm – Creates a soft, pastel-like quality of light

This NiSi Black Mist 1/8 filter is designed for use with the NiSi Swift System and adds a distinct character to your images. It produces a soft, pastel-like quality of light while keeping shadows shaded and blacks intact. As a result, highlights diffuse pleasantly and subjects—especially portraits—appear smoother with reduced contrast and softened wrinkles or blemishes.

How it works and where to use it

Use this filter when you want gentle diffusion without sacrificing image integrity. It reduces harsh contrast and softens skin textures, which makes it especially useful for portrait work. At the same time, bright light sources spread into attractive, controlled halation while shadow areas maintain their depth and blackness.

Compatibility and stacking

You can add this Black Mist 1/8 filter directly onto NiSi True Color VND 1–5 stops, onto the NiSi Swift System VND 5–9 stops, or onto the NiSi Swift System adapter ring. Thus, the filter integrates with the Swift System workflow and allows you to combine multiple filters easily when needed.

Construction and optical characteristics

The filter includes an extra layer of black specks that contributes to its signature look. Compared to traditional diffusion filters, it delivers this softened appearance with relatively little loss of detail across the image. Additionally, the filter features a nano coating that is waterproof and antireflective, helping with durability and reducing unwanted reflections.

Available sizes

The NiSi Black Mist 1/8 is available in the following thread sizes: 67mm, 72mm, 77mm, 82mm and 95mm. The version described here is the 72mm size.

Key specifications

• 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
• Designed to be used with NiSi Swift System, where you can easily use several filters at same time

FAQ

• question: Will this Black Mist 1/8 work with my NiSi VND filters?

  Answer: Yes. You can add the Black Mist 1/8 onto NiSi True Color VND 1–5 stops or onto the NiSi Swift System VND 5–9 stops, and it also fits the NiSi Swift System adapter ring for easy integration.

• question: Is this filter suitable for portrait photography?

  Answer: Yes. The filter softens wrinkles and blemishes while lowering contrast, which makes it well suited for portraits where you want a flattering, softened look without losing shadow depth.

• question: How does the filter affect image detail and highlights?

  Answer: The Black Mist 1/8 produces pleasant diffusion around highlights with minimal loss of overall detail compared to traditional diffusion filters, and it maintains shadow blackness to preserve image contrast where needed.

• question: How durable is the filter surface and how should I maintain it?

  Answer: The filter has a nano coating that is waterproof and antireflective, which helps protect the surface and reduce reflections. Wipe gently with a microfiber cloth and use standard filter care to maintain the coating.