NiSi Filter Black Mist 1/8 95mm

NiSi Black Mist 1/8 95mm – Subtle diffusion that softens highlights and reduces contrast

This NiSi Black Mist 1/8 filter adds a gentle, film-like diffusion to your images while keeping shadows deep and black. It softens highlights and slightly lowers contrast, which helps reduce the appearance of wrinkles and blemishes. As a result, the filter works particularly well for portrait work and for adding atmosphere to scenes with bright light sources.

How the Black Mist 1/8 affects your images

Use this filter when you want a restrained diffusion effect without losing image detail. Light sources gain a pleasant, soft glow, while darker areas maintain their depth. At the same time, the filter gently mutes contrast and smooths facial textures, making it a practical choice for portrait photographers and filmmakers who want a subtle, cinematic look.

Key features and benefits

• Creates a soft, pastel-like quality of light — adds a mild, flattering diffusion to highlights and bright areas.
• Has an extra layer of black specks — this characteristic helps control bloom and maintain defined highlights.
• Provides little loss of details across the image — compared to traditional diffusion filters, it preserves more fine detail.
• Brass frame for easy handling — the frame is made of brass, which makes it easy to screw on and off your lens.

Available strengths and sizes

The NiSi Black Mist series comes in three strengths and multiple diameters. Choose the strength and size that match your creative intent and lens thread.

• Strengths: 1/2, 1/4, and 1/8 (1/2 gives the strongest effect and 1/8 gives a small effect)
• Available sizes: 49, 52, 67, 72, 77, 82 and 95mm

Specifications

Use cases

1. Portraits — softens skin textures and reduces perceived blemishes while keeping overall detail.
2. Portrait and cinematic lighting — diffuses bright light sources to create a more pleasing glow.
3. Atmospheric scenes — adds a light, filmic softness without excessively degrading image clarity.

FAQ

Question: Which Black Mist strength should I choose? Answer: Choose based on how strong you want the diffusion. The series includes 1/2, 1/4, and 1/8; 1/2 gives the most noticeable effect while 1/8 provides a subtle, mild effect.

Question: Will the filter make my images look blurry? Answer: No, the NiSi Black Mist is designed to provide a soft, pastel-like quality while preserving detail. It causes little loss of detail compared to traditional diffusion filters.

Question: What sizes can I buy for my lenses? Answer: The Black Mist filters are available in 49, 52, 67, 72, 77, 82 and 95mm diameters, so pick the size that matches your lens thread.

Question: Is this filter suitable for portrait work? Answer: Yes, it reduces contrast and softens skin blemishes and wrinkles, making it a good option for portrait photography and film work.