Tiffen 82BPM18 82mm Black Pro-Mist 1/8 Filter

The Tiffen 82BPM18 Black Pro-Mist 1/8 is an 82mm diffusion filter for a subtle softening effect. Tiffen says it controls highlight flare and gently lowers contrast while retaining more shadow detail than a stronger effect might.

At a glance

The 1/8 strength is described as a subtle form of the Pro-Mist effect.
The listing says it controls highlight flare and slightly reduces overall contrast, with less lightening of shadows for a delicate look.
Tiffen describes the resulting light as soft and pastel-like, with little loss of image detail compared with traditional diffusion or soft-focus filters.
The product description names film, fashion and beauty applications, including softening facial wrinkles and other blemishes.

Price

$153.52Save 47%

Reference price: ~~$289.00~~

Price checked: 13 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

An 82mm thread size suits lenses with a matching filter thread.
The claimed controlled flare and gentle contrast reduction suit buyers seeking restrained diffusion rather than a stronger softening effect.
Optical glass is listed as the filter material.

Technical specifications

10 specifications

Identity
Brand	Tiffen
Model	82BPM18

Filter details
Filter thread size	82 Millimeters
Effect type	Diffusion
Filter factor	1 x
Coating	Revêtement multicouche

Dimensions and weight
Dimensions	8.2L x 8.2W centimetres
Weight listed	30 Grams

Materials and protection
Material listed	Optical Glass
Water resistance listed	Water Resistant

What to know before buying

The listing describes a softening and contrast effect, so buyers wanting an entirely unaltered image may prefer not to add diffusion. Confirm the lens has an 82mm filter thread before purchase.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Videographers seeking subtle diffusion and controlled highlight flare.
Portrait, fashion and beauty photographers interested in a soft, pastel-like look.
Buyers who want a Black Pro-Mist effect in the listed 1/8 strength.

Less suited to

Photographers who want no diffusion or contrast change.
Owners of lenses without an 82mm filter thread, unless they use a suitable adapter.

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Customer reviews on Amazon

4.6 / 5 · 141 ratings

5 stars82%82%
4 stars11%11%
3 stars2%2%
2 stars1%1%
1 star4%4%

Aggregate customer ratings are mostly in the five-star category, with a smaller spread across lower ratings. This indicates generally favourable ratings overall, but without review-summary evidence it does not establish why customers rated the filter that way. Buyers should judge the claimed subtle diffusion and 82mm fit against their own needs.

Frequently asked questions

What effect does the Tiffen 82BPM18 produce?

The listing describes controlled highlight flare, slightly reduced contrast and a soft, pastel-like quality of light. It presents the 1/8 strength as a subtle Pro-Mist effect.

Which lenses does this filter fit?

It has an 82mm thread size. Match this to the lens filter-thread marking, or check adapter compatibility if the sizes differ.

Is it intended for photography or video?

The product description says it was designed for movies and can also be used for fashion and beauty applications.

What comes in the package?

The listing's built-in media field states “1 filter.” The supplied box inventory is otherwise empty, so check the selected listing for package details.