- The Tiffen Black Pro-Mist 1/4 is a legendary diffusion filter designed to reduce highlights and lower overall contrast while maintaining critical sharpness.
- Ideal for professional cinematographers and portrait photographers looking to achieve a "filmic" look by smoothing skin textures and creating a delicate glow around light sources.
- Renting the 1/4 strength is preferred over cheaper alternatives because it provides the industry-standard balance of halation without the 'muddy' look found in low-quality glass.
Questions about this gear
What does the 1/4 strength do compared to 1/8?
The 1/4 strength provides a more noticeable halation around light sources and a greater reduction in contrast than the 1/8, making it the most popular choice for a visible cinematic effect.
Does the Tiffen Black Pro-Mist 1/4 affect autofocus?
No, this filter does not interfere with the phase-detection or contrast-detection autofocus systems of modern mirrorless or DSLR cameras.
Will this filter fit my Sony or Canon lens?
Yes, as long as the filter's thread size (e.g., 77mm or 82mm) matches your lens's front diameter. Check the 'ø' symbol on your lens barrel.
Renting the Tiffen Black Promist 1/4 in Mumbai
This Tiffen Black Promist 1/4 is delivered to your door anywhere in Mumbai and collected from the same address when your rental ends. Pick your dates on this page to see the exact price for your booking — rates are per day and drop for longer rentals, so weekly and monthly bookings cost less per day than the daily rate.
Most rentals in Mumbai are zero-deposit once your one-time Aadhaar-based KYC is done; high-value kits carry a refundable deposit returned when the gear comes back. Shooting early? Schedule delivery for the evening before so you start the day charged and tested.