Circular Black Mist

Create the perfect atmosphere for your photography or videography with NiSi Black Mist. Black Mist filters add an ethereal glow around light sources while preserving the clarity of images. Get the cinema look that reduces contrast, blooms and softens the light from strong light sources, while smoothing blemishes without affecting colour balance. Give your images or video the Black Mist look.

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Black Mist Circular

Black Mist Features

  • Reduces highlights and lowers contrast
  • Create that cinematic look
  • Softens wrinkles and blemishes
  • Creates a soft, pastel-like quality of light
  • Softly diffuses light
  • Contrast and sharpness are understated while maintaining resolution
  • Constructed with a high-quality brass frame
  • NiSi’s nano-coating

The Black Mist Lineup

  • Black Mist 1/2
  • 52mm
  • 67mm
  • 72mm
  • 77mm
  • 82mm
  • 95mm
  • Black Mist 1/4
  • 49mm
  • 52mm
  • 67mm
  • 72mm
  • 77mm
  • 82mm
  • 95mm
  • Black Mist 1/8
  • 49mm
  • 52mm
  • 67mm
  • 72mm
  • 77mm
  • 82mm
  • 95mm
  • Black Mist Kit (1/4, 1/8 + Case)
  • 49mm
  • 52mm
  • 67mm
  • 72mm
  • 77mm
  • 82mm
  • 95mm
  • Black Mist Professional Kit (1/2, 1/4, 1/8 and Case)
  • 49mm
  • 52mm
  • 67mm
  • 72mm
  • 77mm
  • 82mm
  • 95mm
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    Read More About Black Mist

    Cinematography is the art and technique of capturing stunning visuals on film or digitally. One important aspect of this is the use of filters, which can be placed in front of the camera lens to alter the look and feel of the final image. One type of filter that is particularly useful in many situations is the black mist filter.

    Black mist filters are a type of diffusion filter that is placed in front of the camera lens to soften the image and reduce contrast. This can be especially useful in situations where the lighting is harsh or when shooting in bright sunlight. The black mist filter creates a hazy, dreamlike effect that can add a sense of mood and atmosphere to the final image.

    One of the main benefits of black mist filters is that they can help to reduce the appearance of skin imperfections, such as blemishes or wrinkles. This can be especially useful in close-up shots of actors or when shooting beauty or fashion photography. The black mist filter can also be used to soften harsh shadows and create a more even distribution of light, which can make the image appear more natural and pleasing to the eye.

    Another benefit of black mist filters is that they can help to reduce the appearance of lens flare and other unwanted reflections. This can be especially useful when shooting in bright sunlight or when using a wide-angle lens.

    Black mist filters are available in a variety of strengths and can be used to create a wide range of effects. Some photographers prefer to use a mild black mist filter for a subtle effect (1/8 strength), while others prefer a stronger filter for a more dramatic effect (1/2 strength). The choice of filter strength will depend on the specific shooting conditions and the desired final look of the image.

    Black mist filters can be a valuable tool for any cinematographer looking to add a sense of mood and atmosphere to their images. They can help to reduce the appearance of skin imperfections, soften harsh shadows, reduce lens flare, and create a more even distribution of light. With the different strength options available, it is easy to find the right filter for any shooting situation. As with any filter or technique, it's always best to experiment with black mist filters to see how they can enhance your cinematography.

    Black Mist FAQs

    What is a NiSi black mist filter?

    If you are looking to create the perfect atmosphere for your photography or videography, then NiSi Black Mist is one tool that should be in every professional's kit. Black Mist filters will add an ethereal glow around light sources while preserving the clarity of images. Get the cinema look that reduces contrast, blooms and softens the light from strong light sources, while smoothing blemishes without affecting colour balance. Give your images or video the Black Mist look.

    What does a black mist filter do?

    Great for both video and still photography, a NiSi black mist filter reduces high contrast and blooms highlights to create a softer and smoother effect without harsh light sources. Great for creating glowing, fog-like light, luminous photography of skin and misty atmosphere in nighttime scenes, a 1/2, 1/4 or 1/8 black mist filter allows you to get the right amount of effect for your scene and capture more cinema-like and interesting shots.

    How does a Black Pro Mist filter work?

    Using a fine layer of black specs that diffuse light and soften highlights and contrasts, a black pro mist filter can give your image an instant cinematic quality in camera. Without the need for extensive post-production image editing, your camera can capture the soft, pastel light and smooth, diffused light effect that gives it an unmistakable filmic quality. We offer a range of black pro mist filters in 1/8, 1/4 and 1/2 strengths, so you can opt for a more or less mist effect. Unlike traditional filters, black mist allows you to create the atmosphere you want, all without losing any detail in your image. 

    Why buy a NiSi black mist filter?

    As a leader in photography research and development and manufacturing, NiSi constantly innovates to bring the best in still and video camera technology to the market. NiSi offers an extensive range of Black Mist filters, including sizes from 49mm to 95mm and Professional Kits featuring multiple Black mist filters and cases. Get in touch with our team, who can help you with all your purchasing enquiries.

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