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A round 55mm black diffusion camera filter in a metal frame

Tiffen

Tiffen 55mm Black Diffusion FX Filter #5 camera accessory

SKU CH-MM73-D9MRN

A 55mm Black Diffusion FX filter that subtly softens images while preserving natural clarity for portraits and landscapes

  • Subtle softening reduces harshness and minimises blemishes for flattering portraits
  • High-quality optical glass construction provides durable lens protection
  • Standard 55mm thread fits a wide range of lenses
  • Silky-smooth diffusion maintains natural image clarity in close-ups
  • Affordable professional-grade effect enhances creative vision without compromising authenticity

Tiffen 55mm Black Diffusion FX Filter #5

This Tiffen filter screws onto any lens with a 55mm front thread and adds a controlled diffusion effect. It is aimed at photographers who want a subtle softening of highlights and skin texture without losing overall image clarity. The effect works for both portrait and landscape work.

#5 diffusion strength sets the look

The filter carries a fixed #5 density rating that determines how much light is scattered. This single number decides whether the softening matches your creative intent; a lower number gives less diffusion, a higher number gives more. Choose the strength that fits the mood you want to capture.

Simple screw-on fitting, watch for vignetting

Thread the filter onto the lens like any standard 55mm accessory; no tools or adapters are required. The main issue is vignetting on wide-angle lenses or when stacking multiple filters, so test at your widest focal length before shooting critical work.

Highlights

  • Subtle softening reduces harshness and minimises blemishes for flattering portraits
  • High-quality optical glass construction provides durable lens protection
  • Standard 55mm thread fits a wide range of lenses
  • Silky-smooth diffusion maintains natural image clarity in close-ups
  • Affordable professional-grade effect enhances creative vision without compromising authenticity

Specifications

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Questions about this item

How strong is the #5 diffusion effect on a 55mm lens?

The #5 grade produces a pronounced softening that reduces contrast and highlights while keeping detail visible, giving portraits a silky look and landscapes a gentle glow without appearing filtered.

What thread standard does the 55mm filter use?

It uses a standard 55 mm front thread that matches the filter diameter marked on most 55 mm lens barrels, so it screws on directly without an adapter.

How thick is the filter frame and will it vignette on wide angles?

The slim-profile ring adds minimal depth, preventing vignetting on most wide-angle lenses while still providing enough grip for easy attachment and removal.

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