Tiffen MCS Black Pro‑Mist Filter (77mm, Grade 1/4)

Tiffen MCS Black Pro‑Mist Filter (77mm, Grade 1/4) Overview

The Tiffen MCS Black Pro‑Mist Filter is designed to enhance cinematic visuals with subtle diffusion. Its Grade 1/4 strength adds glow to highlights while preserving sharpness in most areas. It reduces contrast slightly, giving your footage or photos a soft, filmic look.

This filter creates a pleasing bloom around bright light sources without over-softening your entire frame. It’s ideal for filmmakers and photographers who want a gentle, controlled glow. The 77 mm filter size works with a wide range of lenses, and its effect shows best in scenes with strong highlights.

Magnetic Mounting System (MCS)
The black pro‑mist filter uses Tiffen’s Magnetic Control System for quick attachment and removal. Instead of screwing the filter onto the lens, you simply snap it into place using the magnetic adapter ring. This helps speed up lens changes and reduces the risk of thread damage over time.

Included in the kit are two magnetic caps — front and rear — to protect the filter during transport. The 77 mm ring is compatible with other magnetic filters in the MCS line, letting you build a fast, modular workflow.

Creative Uses and On‑Set Tips
Portrait shooters can use this filter to soften skin textures without losing important facial detail. In video, it adds a cinematic glow that makes lighting appear more natural and flattering. The filter’s design helps blend highlights smoothly while keeping midtones clean.

Use it during golden hour or when backlighting your subject for the most dramatic effect. If you’re filming under harsh lights, the filter tones down glare and gives a more professional, polished result. It’s also useful for dreamlike or nostalgic moods in music videos and commercial work.

This black pro‑mist filter offers dependable build quality and repeatable results. Whether you’re capturing interviews, b-roll, or editorial portraits, it adds a refined, cinematic touch to your visuals.