NiSi Cine Filter 4x5.65" Black Magic Diffusion 1/8
Controlled Highlight Softening for Cinematic Glow - Gently diffuses highlights without losing clarity, creating a natural, film-like atmosphere perfect for emotional and dramatic scenes.
Enhanced Skin Tones with Natural Texture - Smooths blemishes and evens out skin while keeping eyes, hair, and key details sharp—ideal for beauty, portrait, and interview work.
Retained Color and Contrast Accuracy - Preserves true-to-life colors and natural contrast, reducing the harshness of digital sensors for clean, professional results.
Dreamy Vintage Film Aesthetic - Adds subtle halation and nostalgic warmth, replicating the charm of classic film stock for storytelling and artistic expression.
Hybrid Nano-Lenslet + Black Mist Technology - Combines hundreds of precision nano-lenslets with black mist diffusion to achieve a unique balance of detail and softness.
Double-Sided Nano Low-Reflection Coatings - Advanced coatings minimize glare, reflections, and ghosting while providing water- and oil-resistant protection.
Cinema-Grade Optical Glass for Professional Use - Built to industry standards, ensuring durability, precision, and flawless image quality on set.
Maintains Sharpness Where It Matters - Keeps eyes, hair, and key subject features crisp, while gently smoothing surrounding textures for a polished cinematic look.
Versatile Across Genres and Formats - Perfect for portraits, narrative films, weddings, documentaries, and music videos—delivering consistent results in any production.
Advanced Coating Technology - Engineered with double-sided nano low-reflection coatings, the Black Magic Diffusion filter minimizes glare, reflections, and ghosting even under powerful set lights. Its waterproof and oil-resistant design ensures durability during demanding productions, making it reliable for both studio and location work.
Application Scenarios in Cinema Production
- The 4×5.65” cinema format is built for versatility and speed on professional sets. Whether in a narrative feature, high-end commercial, or fast-paced music video, this filter integrates seamlessly into matte boxes for quick changes across lenses. It is particularly valuable in:
- Narrative Films – Creating nostalgic, romantic, or emotional atmospheres.
- Commercials – Delivering polished beauty shots with smooth skin tones.
- Music Videos – Enhancing creative lighting and highlight effects.
- Documentaries – Adding subtle cinematic character while maintaining realism.
- Large-Scale Productions – Ensuring consistent diffusion across multiple camera systems.
Built for Cinematographers and Crews
Engineered to cinema-grade standards, the NiSi Black Magic Diffusion 4×5.65” filter offers the durability, precision, and reliability required on professional sets. Its matte box format allows for rapid filter swaps, ensuring that crews can adapt quickly to changing conditions without slowing production. Available in multiple strengths (1/8, 1/4, 1/2, and 1), it gives cinematographers complete creative control over the level of diffusion applied.
Black Magic Diffusion vs. Black Mist
- While both filters create cinematic softness, their effects are distinct. Black Mist filters produce a smoother, more noticeable glow in the highlights, often reducing contrast more heavily while preserving slightly more detail in skin texture. In contrast, Black Magic Diffusion filters deliver a cleaner bloom with sharper edges, smoother skin rendering, and finer overall texture, making them ideal when you want a polished look without excessive “mist.” Black Mist gives a dreamier, lower-contrast atmosphere, whereas Black Magic Diffusion maintains more detail and contrast for a refined cinematic feel.
Why Choose NiSi Black Magic Diffusion 4×5.65”
- For filmmakers, achieving a cinematic look is about more than softness - it’s about balance. The NiSi Black Magic Diffusion 4×5.65” filter enhances skin tones, controls highlights, and introduces subtle film-like halation, all while preserving detail and color accuracy. Compared to Black Mist and digital post-processing, it delivers a cleaner, more polished look directly in-camera, saving valuable time in post while ensuring authenticity on set.
In the Box:
- NiSi Cine Filter 4x5.65" Black Magic Diffusion 1/8
- NiSi Pouch
