PolarPro 135 Series Black Mist Filter 58mm

PolarPro 135 Series Black Mist Filter 58mm – Creates a Kodak Portra Film Look by Blooming Highlights

The PolarPro 135 Series Black Mist Filter adds a filmic, retro look to both film and digital photography. It reduces contrast by blooming highlights and softens overly sharp images while retaining shadow depth. The mist version keeps color temperature neutral, so you preserve original color balance while gaining a nostalgic aesthetic.

Designed for cinematic, nostalgic images

The 135 Series blends modern glass technology with a throwback design inspired by analog film. PolarPro pairs their Chroma glass with a vintage-style canister that features front and rear threaded covers, emulating the look and feel of classic film reels. Inside the filter cap you’ll also find a quick Sunny 16 Rule cheat sheet to help with exposure on the go.

Key features

• Black Mist creates a Kodak Portra film look by reducing contrast and blooming highlights.
• Retro film canister included to store and protect the filter.
• Modern Chroma glass housed in a throwback design.
• Mist version preserves shadow depth without altering color temperature.

Materials and coatings

• Glass: Chroma – Made in Germany.
• Coatings: Anti-Reflective, Anti-Fingerprint, Anti-Scratch.
• Frame: Aluminum – Weather sealed with anodization.
• Canister: Aluminum – Weather sealed with anodization.

Filter specifications

Available sizes

Black Mist filters are available in a range of popular filter sizes, including the 58 mm size listed here. Full size list:

• 46 mm
• 49 mm
• 52 mm
• 55 mm
• 58 mm
• 62 mm
• 67 mm
• 72 mm
• 77 mm
• 82 mm
• 86C
• 95C

What’s included

• 1x PolarPro 135 Series Black Mist (1/4) Filter
• 1x Retro Film Canister (Protective Case)

Use cases and practical notes

Use this Black Mist filter when you want a nostalgic, cinematic look without altering color temperature. It works well for portrait, landscape, and cinematic projects where you want softer highlights and a film-inspired feel. The filter reduces contrast by blooming highlights while maintaining shadow detail, making it suitable for scenes with bright highlights that need a gentler roll-off.

The included retro canister protects the filter and offers a tactile, film-reel style experience. The Sunny 16 Rule cheat sheet inside the cap provides a quick exposure reference when you shoot in natural light and need fast decisions in changing conditions.

PolarPro’s 135 Series has also been presented as a modern take on classic film filters, with nods from creators such as Peter McKinnon that highlight its blend of nostalgic design and contemporary glass performance.

FAQ

Question: Will this filter change the color of my images?
Answer: The Black Mist (mist version) preserves a neutral color tone, so it does not intentionally shift color temperature. It reduces contrast and blooms highlights while keeping color balance intact.

Question: Can I use this with both film and digital cameras?
Answer: Yes. The filter is designed to work with both film and digital photography, offering a retro-filmic look that complements either medium.

Question: What does the included canister offer besides storage?
Answer: The retro film canister protects the filter and includes a front and rear threaded cover that emulates nostalgic film reels. It also contains a Sunny 16 Rule cheat sheet in the cap for quick exposure guidance on location.

Question: How strong is the Black Mist effect and what does “1/4” mean?
Answer: The filter’s mist strength is specified as 1/4, which indicates a subtle to moderate bloom that softens highlights and lowers contrast. The transmission value of 90% reflects how much light passes through the filter while producing this effect.

Question: Are the glass and frame durable for regular outdoor use?
Answer: The filter uses Chroma glass made in Germany and features anti-reflective, anti-fingerprint, and anti-scratch coatings. The aluminum frame and canister are weather sealed with anodization to provide added protection during outdoor use.