4Artisans BM-8mm 7/1 Black Mist Filter – 8mm Lens Filter for Soft, Dreamy Effects
The 7Artisans BM-55mm 1/8 Black Mist filter is a 55mm lens filter designed to add a subtle, atmospheric haze to your images. It reduces contrast and highlights softly, creating a gentle mist effect that enhances portrait and cinematic footage without compromising overall image clarity.
1/8 density delivers a light, natural-looking haze — enough to soften skin tones and highlights while preserving detail
55mm filter diameter fits 55mm-threaded lenses directly, no adapter required
Black Mist coating maintains colour balance and avoids the warm cast common with conventional diffusion filters
Ultra-thin 7mm profile prevents vignetting on wide-angle lenses and works with standard lens hoods
What Makes the 7Artisans BM-55mm 1/8 Stand Out
Unlike heavier diffusion filters that can introduce colour shifts or uneven fogging, the 1/8 density is carefully calibrated for a barely perceptible, organic softness. The black mist coating ensures that highlights bloom gently rather than clipping, giving filmmakers and photographers precise control over the amount of atmosphere in each shot.
Ideal for...
Portrait photographers seeking a flattering, low-contrast look on skin, and videographers creating cinematic scenes with a natural, airy feel. The subtle density makes it equally effective on overcast days, where it enhances an already soft atmosphere, or in controlled studio setups where a gentle diffusion layer is needed.
Application of the 7Artisans BM-55mm 1/8 Black Mist Filter
Attach the filter to any 55mm-threaded lens by screwing it on clockwise until snug
Compose your shot and adjust exposure — the filter reduces light slightly, so compensate with +1 to +1 EV if needed
For stronger effect, combine with a longer exposure or shoot into a light source; for subtler results, use in bright, direct sunlight
Clean the filter surface with a microfibre cloth before each use to avoid dust spots appearing in the haze
7Artisans is a Taiwanese optical accessories brand specialising in lens filters and adapters for photography and videography. The brand offers a broad range of screw-on filters including UV, polarising, ND, and diffusion/mist filters across multiple diameters. 7Artisans products are positioned as well-built alternatives to premium filter brands and are widely used by indie filmmakers and enthusiast photographers.
It is a 55mm lens filter that adds a subtle, soft haze to images. The 1/8 density reduces contrast and softens highlights, making it ideal for portraits and cinematic video where a gentle atmospheric effect is desired without losing detail.
Any lens with a 55mm filter thread. The filter screws directly onto the lens — no adapter or additional ring is needed. Check your lens barrel for the 55mm marking before purchasing.
Filter type: Black Mist, density: 1/8, diameter: 55mm, thickness: 0.122mm ultra-thin profile, material: optical glass with black mist coating, weight: 0.122g.
One 7Artisans BM-55mm 1/8 Black Mist filter in a protective pouch or box. No additional accessories such as lens caps or cleaning cloth are included.
Wipe the filter surface with a microfibre cloth before each use to remove dust and fingerprints. Store the filter in its protective pouch when not in use to prevent scratches. The black mist coating is durable and does not require special cleaning solutions.
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