NiSi Filter AIR Protector 58mm – 99.8% Light Transmittance and dependable lens protection
The NiSi Air Protector 58mm gives photographers and filmmakers a reliable layer of defence without sacrificing image quality. It preserves your lens’s native optical performance while protecting the front element from dust, moisture and everyday wear.
Designed to maintain optical performance
NiSi built the Air Protector to the same exacting optical standards as its other filters. As a result, the filter delivers near-perfect transparency and keeps the visual characteristics of your lens intact.
Key features
- 99.8% Light Transmittance – Provides near-perfect transparency so your lens keeps its full optical performance.
- 8K Image Quality Support – Engineered for high-resolution sensors to preserve detail, contrast and edge-to-edge sharpness.
- Double-Sided Multi-Layer Nano Coating – Reduces internal reflections and improves contrast, helping images stay clean in complex lighting.
- Waterproof and Oil-Resistant Coating – Repels moisture, fingerprints and smudges for easier cleaning and sustained clarity.
- Premium Ultra Water-White Optical Glass – Delivers neutral color balance and outstanding light transmission.
- Ultra-Thin Aluminum Frame – Lightweight and durable with a knurled edge for easy installation and removal; designed to avoid vignetting on wide-angle lenses.
- 24+24 Layer Coating Structure – Implements a total of 48 layers of protective and anti-reflective coatings for long-lasting clarity.
- Sizes Available: 40.5 – 105mm – Covers a wide range of common lens thread sizes; this listing is for the 58mm variant.
Coatings and cleaning
The filter’s double-sided multi-layer nano coating minimizes internal reflections and helps preserve contrast. In addition, the waterproof and oil-resistant treatment repels contaminants, which makes routine cleaning faster and reduces the risk of scratches during maintenance.
Design and compatibility
The ultra-thin aluminum frame keeps the construction lightweight and sturdy. Because of the slim profile and knurled edge, you can mount and remove the filter quickly. Furthermore, the frame’s design helps prevent vignetting when used on wide-angle lenses.
| Specification |
Details |
| Product |
NiSi Filter AIR Protector 58mm |
| Light Transmittance |
99.8% |
| Image Quality Support |
8K Image Quality Support |
| Coating |
Double-Sided Multi-Layer Nano Coating |
| Water & Oil Resistance |
Waterproof and Oil-Resistant Coating |
| Glass |
Premium Ultra Water-White Optical Glass |
| Frame |
Ultra-Thin Aluminum Frame with knurled edge |
| Coating Structure |
24+24 Layer Coating Structure (48 total layers) |
| Sizes Available |
40.5 – 105mm (this listing: 58mm) |
FAQ
- Question: Will this filter affect my image quality?
Answer: The NiSi Air Protector is designed to preserve your lens’s native performance. With 99.8% light transmittance, premium ultra water-white optical glass and support for 8K image quality, it aims to maintain detail, contrast and sharpness while providing protection.
- Question: Is the filter easy to clean and maintain?
Answer: Yes. The waterproof and oil-resistant coating repels moisture, fingerprints and smudges, which makes cleaning quicker and reduces the chance of residue or marks on the glass.
- Question: Will the frame cause vignetting on wide-angle lenses?
Answer: The ultra-thin aluminum frame is specifically designed to avoid vignetting. Its slim profile and knurled edge also help with easy mounting and removal.
- Question: What thread sizes are available and does this product come in 58mm?
Answer: NiSi offers the Air Protector in sizes from 40.5mm to 105mm. This product listing refers to the 58mm variant.