For anyone who is interested; when Tiffen created Pro Mist filters they created the different strengths in order to provide a consistent level of filtration across the range of focal lengths because the filtration effect increases as the focal length of the lens becomes more telephoto. A 1/4 pro mist (black or white) will be much stronger on an 85mm lens than it will be on a 25mm lens. A common formula for using Pro Mist filters is 1/2 for 18mm and wider, the 1/4 for 25-35mm and 1/8 for 50mm and above. This principle applies to all diffusion filters. I hope this information is useful.

Best explanation of Pro Mist filters I've seen so far. Great breakdown with perfect, side by side examples that explain the concept in a way that is easy to understand for someone just starting on this subject. Thank you!

Amazing comparisons between a few scenes and the practicality, I think I'm going with the 1/8 as it adds a light bloom, cinematic soft flare, diminishes harsh highlights, without losing too much detail from the digital perspective, the balance between digital and cinematic film like! 1/8 is it for me!

I just want to keep watching your videos whole day. Just after watching 3 videos I feel it’s so easy because I always use to be scared of lighting and looks. You made it so easyyyy ❤️❤️❤️

Oh man i just started following your channel and just when I was looking into buying a black mist filter your suggestion came up. Your content is so helpful and straight to the point. Appreciate your awesome work :)

So I’m only 3min into this video and this is already the best video on the subject. So many other pro mist filter videos have been essentially an ad for a certain brand, or just not exploring their full use or usefulness. This is fantastic and helpful. Thanks!

no, seriously, this is the EASIEST, CHEAPEST way to instantly make your footage have that look that most people see all the time but don't actually know how to get it. diffusion is huge in film. great video!!

I just picked one up for my 35mm SLR and I am really excited to use it for these similar looks. Congratulations on 1000 subscribers....up to 71k only 6 months later!

This came in clutch man! Appreciate you providing so many real world examples too.

great video man. I was needing help figuring out what strength of BPM to get. This video showed the comparisons without beating around the bush. Thanks man. Keep them coming.

Best comparison I have seen so far and I have watched everything about this now on KZfaq. I have a A7iii with 18-35mm and will be getting the Tiffen 1/4 after this!

Hey Brady, Thanks for the contents. Subbed. Love the humble and laid back personality!

Thanks for this. Really nice and clear and one of those things that makes all the difference to a final piece. Guess I'm gonna have to bite the bullet!!!

Best explanation of the effect I've seen, thanks. Gonna get the 1/4

Great video man! Definitely interested now in keeping one in my bag. Love the way the highlight Roll off looks with it.

this was realy helpful , so cool man ur getting better in every video !

Very pleasing to watch and follow, plenty of useful examples!

I have achieved going to the next level on Cinematography thanks to this guy

Doing my research and this video put me over the edge. Just bought one.

nice video man and all i was looking for. thanks a lot

I wish I knew about BPM's sooner! I added one to my arsenal (1/4) earlier this year and it never leaves my lens! Recently shot a wedding with one on an old Nikon 50/1.8 and loved the footage. Honestly, I've been shooting stills with it on as well. You're letting the secret out! Ha, great video - perfect comparison at 3:55

Been watching your videos... Really love the way you light. Subscribed.

I just wanted this very informative video. Thanks you so much. It's funny that you say nearly at 1000 subs, but now you're at 403k. Congratulations!

Good explanation with the all important side by side comparisons! Thank you!

Where have you been all my life pro-mists? Love your videos mate! I shoot stills down here in Australia, I'm always battling the sun. Thank you!

Sick, dude! Legit convinced me to get that 1/4th pro mist filter.

Definitely copping the 1/8. Thanks for the video fam.

Your vids are a vibe man, thank you

wow, such a great video man! Love it! and congrats on your subs! well deserved!

Nice breakdown! Couldn't decide between the 1/8 & 1/4, but thanks to your video I now know that 1/8 is for me 👍🏻

Really well done! Love all the examples Thanks

Hi Brady. Thanks for the the info and especially the examples. I liked that you had real work examples without people and with people (your girlfriend). I bought the 1/4 filter to start with as i like the halation it produces more than the 1/8, although I can see ways to use the 1/8 as well, which I may purchase at a later date once I get used to using these filters. Take care, and hi from Canada! All the best to you.

you're videos are super helpful, subscribed.

Great video. Thank you so much! It’s so hard to pick between 1/8 and 1/4. Might have to get both!! Lol.

Great breakdown! Thanks for the info!

Hey Brady, after I watched this. I bought the filter without thinking if I need it now or not. Damn, your reviews are sooo good.

This is why I like my vintage Nikkor AI/AI-s lenses. Sharp enough, but smooth and creamy right in the optics. It's not quite the same effect necessarily, but it really depends on the individual lenses. They all tend to flare more than modern glass. There's SO many classic lenses you can get for so cheap that can be adapted to most cameras these days. Just find the set that gives you the look you want.

I,m sold.. it makes it look so beautiful.

Very good explanation, thank you ❤

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Awesome content brotha! Very nice breakdown!

very informative- thanks Brady!!

Thanks for the tips Brady!

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Very good example! Thanks for sharing this 👍

I've been using an 82mm 1/4 and LOVE it for music videos and short films, but we recently did a maternity photo shoot for my girlfriend with it in a field close to sunset and learned a valuable lesson. lol We lost a TON of details and had to do a lot of reconstruction with her face, so I'm thinking I might grab a 1/8 for outside shoots and when the 1/4 might be too much.

Thanks for the vid. Will you make a comparison video on Tiffen black satin or glimmerglass, please.

Super Helpful... Thanks Dude!

Tbh this is essential to make digital photography look good.

This is a great explanation, thanks

Amazing work bro... thanks for the tips... I will be putting them in practice and tag you when is up online

Excellent video Brady. I guess the 1/8 looks more realistic to me.. very nice

lovely video, thanks for the great comparison!

thanks so much for this video! helps so much!

Hi Brady! I loved this video and I'm about to purchase a 1/4. I noticed that a lot of people create this effect in post with very good results and I can't decide whether I should buy it or do it in post. What do you suggest? Thank you!

Great info Brady. One question though: What are your thoughts on "stacking" an ND filter over the 1/8 Pro-Mist? I hear mixed opinions on the matter. Thanks.

You disarmed me right from the start with the Rockwell. :) Plus I'm always looking for more methods too look cinematic when all the corners were cut (DIY outsider artist filmmaker and for multiple reasons I don't like oldest trucks in the box: 24 fps and cinematic aspect ratios), so it hus very much close to home!

Excellent comparisons. I have subscribed!

Thank you for sharing brother. As always, love your videos

very well explained mate. thank you.

Very awesome. Keep up the good work sir.

This was so helpful :)

Thank you for including lots of examples - very helpful. We'll be getting the Black Pro-Mist for interviews, especially female subjects.

Literally about to order one now !

Wish they would make a 1/6th strength :D. 1/8 seems sometimes too subtle and 1/4 often too strong. Guess I'll go with 1/8th. Thanks for making the video, really helpful.

Bro, I just discovered you and your channel today! You have all the info, all in one channel! Like we share the same brain! Lol. Subbed for life! 😝

Less than 1k subscribers at the time of this video and now at 158k. Solid work my man.

Such a great test! Thanks a lot

Dope review. Subscribed 🤙🏼

Yessir! Those pro mist filters 🙌🏾👍🏾

Thank you so much for all your wonderful videos! Do you stack your pro mist over your nd filter?

exactly what i needed thank you

Love the BPM! A cine buddy of mine turned me on to them a handful of years ago. Been using them on almost all my photoshoots in varying strengths. I am curious about the different Tiffen diffusion filtration. Esp the warm black pro mist 🤔

this was a great vibe video

Perfect review, i finally decided to 1/4

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I recently received a black pro mist filter and I'm working on doing a video soon about using one with photography.

almost to 1,000 subscribers, look at you now buddy. 147,000 Massive accomplishment!

Great video man , but how do you expose it correctly with the right shutter speed , do you use a vnd stacked up on it.

Just bought some items from your Amazon list. Thanks for the info.

great video! do you have problems using zoom lenses? supposedly the glow effect is increased

Thanks for your review, Subscribed to help you grow your channel ^love

Nice video and beautiful music! 🎵

Class dismist ;) nice 1. You gained 118k subscribers since this upload. Sick

great review ! very informative !

So the highlight roll off based from the rgb scope is basically when the highlights reach it's max peak without clipping, still retaining shadow detail and the blacks, and then falls back down into the mid tones in a declining pattern?

really cool! What do you think about adding a pro mist filter to an action camera like the insta 360 ace pro?

Love your content! How do you think the pro mist compares with the glow filters from Freewell? That would be a great video!

The best video that I have ever see for those filters. I have one Question. I have a 77mm nd variable filter on my lens. I must buy the same diameter mm(77 to be specific) for the mist pro filter? (because you say that the correct order is: camera lens-pro mist-nd variable ) thanks! Your answer will be very helpful

Excellent video ! Thanks you :)

For some reason I always want to listen to the Bee Gees right after watching your videos...

you really have a quality content,

Dayum 3 weeks ago you said almost 1k subscribers.. congrats on 17k right now haha

Hi what exact filter did you use at 2:50 ? I really like how it changed the image. Is it the "Black Pro Mist 1/8"? or is it the regular "Pro Mist 1/8"?

Nicely put together, that 1/4 tho!

Aaaaaand SUBSCRIBE 😂. This was awesome - thanks so much for your work!!

Another great video

Thanks, I impulsively bought both. Think I'll grab a glimmer glass too.

thank you for this video :)

Hi, great video and thanks for the info. I am currently using the pro mist 1/4 with my GH5. I have my natural profile set to low sharpening in the settings. Should I put my setting back to normal and then use the pro mist or keep my in camera settings to low sharpening with the pro mist on top?