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Rectangular black glass cinema filter 4 by 5.65 inches 1/8 strength

Bower

Bower 4x5.65" Allure Mist Black Glass Cinema 1/8 Filter

SKU CH-V7YS-JY7FW

A 4x5.65" black-glass cinema filter that softens highlights, lowers contrast and subtly smooths skin for professional photo and video work

  • Reduces highlights and lowers contrast for balanced images
  • Softens wrinkles and blemishes for flattering portrait results
  • Durable black glass construction ensures reliable performance on location
  • Precise 3.2 mm thickness maintains optical clarity during capture
  • 4 x 5.65 inch format fits professional cinema matte boxes

4x5.65" Allure Mist Black Glass Cinema Filter

The Bower 4x5.65" Allure Mist Black Glass Cinema 1/8 Filter is a professional-grade optical accessory built for cinematographers and photographers. Its 4x5.65 inch format fits standard matte boxes used in cinema production. The filter reduces highlights and lowers contrast to create a softer, more balanced image. It is particularly effective for portrait work where subtle skin smoothing is desired.

1/8 strength highlight and contrast control

Under sustained shooting conditions the 1/8 density provides a consistent, subtle diffusion that does not overwhelm the scene. Highlights roll off gently while shadow detail remains intact across long takes. The 3.2mm black glass substrate resists heat buildup from continuous high-output lighting. Optical performance stays uniform from the first frame to the last without the contrast shifts sometimes seen in thinner resin filters.

Upgrade from lighter diffusion or resin filters

This filter replaces weaker diffusion strengths when a visible but restrained halation is required for high-resolution sensors. The jump is worth it when 1/4 or 1/2 filters prove too aggressive for the project's look. It also upgrades from resin-based mist filters that can degrade or shift colour under prolonged location use. The 5.0 customer rating reflects reliable performance for professionals who need repeatable results.

Highlights

  • Reduces highlights and lowers contrast for balanced images
  • Softens wrinkles and blemishes for flattering portrait results
  • Durable black glass construction ensures reliable performance on location
  • Precise 3.2 mm thickness maintains optical clarity during capture
  • 4 x 5.65 inch format fits professional cinema matte boxes

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

Will the 3.2 mm thick black glass add noticeable weight or heat to my matte box during all-day shoots?

The filter is a passive optical element with no electronics, so it generates no heat and adds only the minimal mass of its 3.2 mm glass substrate.

What filter tray or holder do I need to mount this 4 x 5.65 inch filter?

It requires a standard 4 x 5.65 inch (4565) filter tray or matte box stage compatible with that rectangular format.

Can I stack this 1/8 strength filter with older Schneider or Tiffen 4 x 5.65 filters without vignetting?

Yes, the 3.2 mm thickness matches the common 4 x 5.65 standard, so it stacks cleanly with legacy filters of the same dimensions.

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