PolarPro 135 Series Gold Mist Filter 55mm
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Description
Article no.: 29931
PolarPro 135 Series Gold Mist Filter 55mm – Kodak Gold film look with warm highlight glow
The PolarPro 135 Series Gold Mist Filter for 55mm lenses recreates a retro, golden film aesthetic by reducing contrast in highlights and adding a warm glow. It targets highlight tones to produce a softer, cinematic look inspired by Kodak Gold film, while retaining neutral shadow tones.
Retro design with modern glass technology
The 135 Series blends a throwback appearance with contemporary optics. PolarPro uses Modern Chroma glass to achieve the filmic effect, and the filter arrives in a retro film canister that echoes nostalgic film reels. Each canister features a front and rear threaded cover, and the inside of the cap includes a quick Sunny 16 Rule cheat sheet for on-the-go exposure reference.
Key features
- Gold Mist: Creates a Kodak Gold Film look by reducing contrast in your highlights and adding a warm glow to those highlights.
- Includes a retro film canister to hold the filter, emulating classic film packaging.
- Modern Chroma Glass presented in a throwback design to combine vintage style with current optical materials.
Materials and build
- Glass: Chroma glass — Made in Germany.
- Coatings: Anti-Reflective, Anti-Fingerprint, Anti-Scratch.
- Frame: Aluminum, weather sealed with anodization.
- Canister: Aluminum, weather sealed with anodization.
Filter specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Transmission | 90% |
| Mist Strength | 1/4 |
| Image Quality | Softer with less contrast |
| Color Tone | Warmer Highlights, Neutral Shadows |
Available sizes and this listing
This specific product page lists the PolarPro 135 Series Gold Mist Filter in a 55mm version. In addition, PolarPro notes that Gold Mist filters are available in other popular sizes: 49mm, 67mm, 77mm, and 82mm.
What’s included
- 1x PolarPro 135 Series Gold Mist (1/4) Filter (55mm variant on this listing)
- 1x Retro Film Canister (Protective Case)
Design inspiration and endorsement
The 135 Series draws inspiration from the film era of the 1970s and the aesthetics of analog photography. The lineup received attention as Peter McKinnon’s ode to film filters, and it is presented as a cinematic option for photographers and filmmakers seeking nostalgic film grades.
FAQ
Question: What visual effect does the Gold Mist filter create?
Answer: The filter reduces contrast in highlights while adding a warm, golden glow to those highlights to emulate a Kodak Gold Film look, producing softer images with less contrast and neutral shadows.
Question: What materials and protections does the filter use?
Answer: The filter uses Chroma glass made in Germany, and it features anti-reflective, anti-fingerprint, and anti-scratch coatings. The frame and canister are aluminum, weather sealed with anodization.
Question: Is the filter delivered with any accessories?
Answer: Yes. The package includes the PolarPro 135 Series Gold Mist (1/4) filter and a retro film canister that serves as a protective case. The canister’s cap includes a Sunny 16 Rule cheat sheet for quick exposure guidance.
Question: Which sizes are available besides the 55mm listing?
Answer: PolarPro lists Gold Mist filters in several popular sizes: 49mm, 67mm, 77mm, and 82mm, in addition to the 55mm variant shown on this product page.