Diffusion Filters

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Diffusion filters can change a few different attributes to the image.

A video showing all of the differences of diffusion filters.

Tiffen - 4k Diffusion Test

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Black Pro Mist

A softening filter that will reduce highlights, lower contrast, and soften the overall image. It also blooms highlights as seen in the bright lightbulb in the example. Common strengths used are 1/8 and 1/4

Black Pro Mist Example

Stockings

A type of diffusion filter is actually just a stocking stretched over the lens. This can be done on the front or the rear of the lens. This creates a soft glowing look in any of the bright areas of your frame. Using lighter colored stockings vs. dark stockings will give a different effect.

Stocking Examples