Controlled light diffusion

Black Mist works by deliberately diffusing part of the light. Highlights become softer, contrast is gently reduced and bright practical lights develop a smooth glow. The optical effect is captured in-camera rather than being created only in post-production.

Black Mist 1/4 – effect strength

The 1/4 strength sits between the subtle 1/8 and the stronger 1/2. It gives clearly visible highlight diffusion and lower contrast while keeping the image readable, making it a versatile choice for portraits and filmmaking.

Portraits and people – softer tonal transitions

For portraits, 1/4 helps soften harsh tonal transitions and minor skin imperfections without completely removing texture. It is a useful choice for beauty, fashion, music videos and narrative work featuring people.

Night scenes and video – glow around light sources

Around street lamps, neon signs and other bright points, 1/4 creates a characteristic soft glow. It suits night city scenes, music videos and cinematic work where the diffusion should be noticeable but remain controlled.

Natural colors with readable detail

The filter is designed to add diffusion without introducing an unwanted color shift. Fine details remain readable and colors stay natural, while the softening effect is concentrated mainly in highlights and contrast.

18 anti-reflective coating layers on each side

High-quality optical glass is coated with18 anti-reflective layers on each side. These coatings help control unwanted reflections and maintain strong image quality alongside the creative diffusion effect.

SR – tempered glass for increased durability

SRtechnology uses reinforced tempered glass with increased resistance to mechanical damage, a practical benefit for outdoor work, travel and intensive filmmaking.

Nano coating – easier maintenance

ANanosurface treatment provides hydrophobic and oleophobic properties together with an antistatic top layer. It helps reduce water, greasy marks, fingerprints and dust while making cleaning easier.

Low-profile aluminum frame

The filter uses a low-profile aluminum-alloy frame. Specially shaped edges improve grip during installation and removal.

For lenses with a 82 mm filter thread

This version is designed for lenses with aØ82 mmfilter thread and can be used with Irix lenses as well as lenses from other brands with the same thread diameter.

Key specifications

• type:Black Mist diffusion filter
• strength:1/4
• diameter:82 mm
• glass:high-quality optical glass
• construction:tempered SR glass
• coatings:18 anti-reflective layers on each side
• Nano coating:hydrophobic, oleophobic and antistatic
• frame:low-profile aluminum alloy

In the box

• Irix Edge Black Mist 1/4 SR 82 mm filter
• original packaging