The Formatt Supermist Black 1 5 x 5" filter is an excellent filter for portraits as it diffuses minute details in a photo and reduces overall contrast. This filter creates softer diffusion than a standard Supermist, one of the benefits being that it doesn't open up shadow areas as much. nnAnyone doing portraits should have a diffusion filter in their bag, and the Supermist Black gives you the freedom to create the most flattering images. nnFormatt, a company with three generations of experience in manufacturing professional filters, produces each filter to the highest technical standards. The finest materials, combined with cutting-edge production technology, have achieved a level of optical excellence unmatched elsewhere.nnNote! Supermist Black filters are available in intensities ranging from 1/8 to 5, with 5 having the greatest effectnnn- Each filter is manufactured from Schott-Desag B270 Crown optical glassn- Absolute consistency in terms of colour and density according to Kodak Wratten standardsn- Precision grinding and polishing achieve unbeatable optical flatness, allowing use even on very long focal length lensesn- Filter edges are protected by a unique frame for maximum protection and easy handlingnnnSuper Mist Rangenn- Super Mist Black - softens fine details and reduces contrast but is more subtle than a standard Supermist with less lightening of shadow areasn- Super Mist Clear - the ultimate softening tool for creating atmosphere outdoors or indoors, in sweeping landscapes or portraits; The Supermist is excellent for toning down excessive sharpness and reducing contrast by moderately lightening shadow areas without detriment to the overall imagen- Warm Super Mist Black - Combines the effects of a Super Mist Black with a warmer tonen- Warm Super Mist Clear - The Warm Super Mist combines the classic Super Mist with a unique skin tone enhancer, adding natural warmth; This is useful in open shade situations outdoors where there is excess blue in the image and where full lighting control may not be possible