Tokina Cinema 4x5.65 Black Supermist Diffusion Filter (1/8 Strength)

Tokina Cinema 4x5.65 Black Supermist Filter 1/8 – Film-Look Diffusion for Digital Cinema Cameras

The Tokina Cinema 4x5.65 Black Supermist Filter (1/8 Strength) is the ultimate film-look filter for digital cinema cameras, meticulously engineered for filmmakers and cinematographers seeking to elevate their imagery with a refined, cinematic softness. Crafted with precision from dual layers of Schott B270 optical glass, this professional-grade diffusion filter incorporates a micro-layer of ultra-fine black particulates — each particle ranging from slightly smaller to slightly larger than a pixel — to ensure resolution beyond 4K while maintaining precise optical fidelity. The result is a breathtaking balance of clarity and atmosphere: highlights gently bloom, midtones flow seamlessly, and shadow detail softens into a velvety gradient that evokes the warmth of celluloid film. Designed specifically for 4x5.65-inch matte boxes, this filter integrates effortlessly into modern cinema workflows, providing a natural, flattering diffusion that enhances skin tones, reduces the harshness of digital sensors, and minimizes wrinkles and blemishes with Black Supermist technology without sacrificing contrast or sharpness where it counts most.

When using the Black Supermist filter for portraits and landscapes, the difference is instantly noticeable — faces appear smoother, skies gain depth, and transitions between light and shadow take on a painterly quality. Unlike conventional diffusion filters that often wash out the image or introduce unwanted haze, the Tokina Black Supermist 1/8 Strength delivers precise tonal control with an almost imperceptible veil of softness that retains the integrity of high-resolution digital images. Its optical performance exceeds 4K, ensuring that even with heavy color grading or HDR workflows, your footage maintains impeccable consistency. For cinematographers shooting commercials, music videos, or feature films, the Black Supermist 1/8 is the go-to tool for achieving a cinematic look in 4K with the Tokina filter, offering that elusive mix of subtle diffusion and micro-contrast balance that gives modern digital footage the allure of analog cinema.

Every specification underscores Tokina’s attention to detail: a 4×5.65-inch format for universal matte box compatibility, precision-ground Schott B270 glass for color neutrality and maximum durability, and a bonded black particulate layer engineered to exacting standards for uniform diffusion across the frame. The 1/8 strength version is particularly suited for productions demanding realism with a touch of visual sophistication — a perfect choice for close-ups, interviews, and scenic wide shots alike. It’s the benefits of using the Tokina Black Supermist on modern optics that make this filter a standout: by slightly raising black levels and smoothing highlight transitions, it softens the digital edge that can make footage appear clinical or overly sharp. Whether paired with a RED, ARRI, Blackmagic, or Sony Venice camera, it produces an instantly cinematic aesthetic straight out of the box, minimizing post-production touch-ups and saving valuable editing time.

In professional settings, cinematographers trust the Tokina Cinema Black Supermist 1/8 for its reliability, optical excellence, and creative flexibility. Its fine-tuned construction ensures zero color cast, robust mechanical stability, and consistent diffusion across the frame — vital for multi-camera shoots or projects that mix lenses. The filter’s gentle halation around light sources creates organic highlight roll-off without excessive bloom, preserving dynamic range while enriching image texture. Its lightweight 0.53 lb build and compact 8.1 x 5.8 x 1.0-inch profile make it both portable and production-ready. When compared to competing filters, Tokina’s proprietary particulate bonding process offers unmatched precision, giving you the subtle magic that makes digital imagery truly cinematic. For any filmmaker who values artistry as much as accuracy, the Tokina Cinema 4x5.65 Black Supermist Filter (1/8 Strength) isn’t just a tool — it’s the defining edge between ordinary footage and timeless cinema.

Features:

1. Precision-Crafted Film-Look Filter for Digital Cinema Cameras

The Tokina Cinema 4x5.65 Black Supermist Filter (1/8 Strength) is purpose-built for cinematographers who want to bring the organic warmth of film into the digital age. Designed specifically for digital cinema cameras, it softens the harsh, ultra-crisp aesthetic typical of modern sensors without degrading resolution. Its diffusion layer subtly lifts shadow tones and smooths transitions, allowing cinematographers to achieve a balanced, cinematic texture that feels analog, even when shooting in 4K or higher resolutions.

2. Black Supermist Technology for Natural Skin Tones and Flattering Detail

Unlike traditional soft-focus filters that over-haze the image, Tokina’s Black Supermist diffusion layer reduces fine detail precisely where it matters — on skin, hair, and other textured surfaces. This results in smoother, more natural skin tones and minimized wrinkles or blemishes without creating a plastic or blurred look. It’s ideal for close-up portraits, interviews, and beauty shots where perfection needs to feel effortless and authentic.

3. Dual Schott B270 Optical Glass for Superior Clarity and Color Accuracy

Built from two layers of premium Schott B270 optical glass, this filter guarantees exceptional optical clarity, color neutrality, and mechanical stability. The bonded glass construction not only resists warping and temperature shifts but also maintains consistent diffusion across the frame. Unlike coated filters that can degrade over time, Tokina’s optical bonding method permanently encapsulates the black particulate layer, ensuring durability and consistency throughout years of professional use.

4. Ultra-Fine Black Particulate Layer Exceeding 4K Resolution Standards

At the heart of this filter lies an ultra-fine particulate diffusion matrix, with particle sizes engineered to be slightly smaller or larger than a single camera pixel. This precision allows the filter to exceed 4K resolution performance, maintaining crisp edges and fine detail where desired while applying gentle halation and micro-contrast roll-off across highlights. The result is a truly cinematic image — smooth yet detailed, soft yet dimensional.

5. Subtle 1/8 Strength Diffusion for Professional Cinematic Control

The 1/8 strength variant offers the most delicate diffusion in the Black Supermist lineup, perfect for achieving subtle bloom in highlights and reduced contrast without noticeable fogging. It’s the ideal strength for filmmakers who want to maintain control in post-production while still introducing a tactile softness that enhances realism. Whether shooting a sunlit landscape or a dramatic close-up, the 1/8 strength filter delivers a nuanced cinematic polish that feels natural and intentional.

6. Achieving a Cinematic Look in 4K with Modern Digital Cameras

Digital sensors can often produce footage that feels overly clinical or sterile. The Tokina Black Supermist Filter restores a sense of organic visual depth by softening digital edges, reducing harsh micro-contrast, and giving highlights a subtle bloom reminiscent of motion picture film. Its optical neutrality ensures compatibility with modern cinema cameras like ARRI, RED, Sony Venice, Canon C-series, and Blackmagic URSA, helping filmmakers achieve a filmic tone right out of camera.

7. Professional 4x5.65" Cinema Format for Matte Box Integration

Engineered for professional use, this filter adheres to the industry-standard 4x5.65" size, ensuring seamless compatibility with popular matte boxes from ARRI, Tilta, Bright Tangerine, and others. The flat, non-threaded glass construction allows for fast swapping between filters during production. This makes it a go-to tool for directors of photography and camera assistants working on demanding film sets where flexibility and precision matter most.

8. Consistent Optical Performance Across the Frame

Every Tokina Black Supermist filter undergoes strict quality control to ensure uniform diffusion and no color shift across the entire frame. This consistency is crucial for multi-camera setups and professional color grading workflows, allowing editors and colorists to maintain seamless continuity from shot to shot. The optical design avoids vignetting or uneven diffusion, even on wide-angle lenses, preserving image integrity from edge to edge.

9. Ideal for Portraits, Landscapes, and Creative Storytelling

When using the Black Supermist filter for portraits and landscapes, cinematographers can capture more emotive and cinematic imagery. In portraits, it gently lifts facial highlights and reduces imperfections, while in landscapes, it adds atmosphere by softening the harsh contrast between sky and ground. This versatility makes it equally effective for narrative filmmaking, music videos, or commercial cinematography — any project that demands emotional resonance and visual sophistication.

10. Built to Withstand Professional Production Environments

The filter’s robust build and optical stability make it suitable for professional-grade production conditions. It’s resistant to humidity, temperature fluctuations, and repeated handling — essential for location shoots. Each Tokina Cinema filter is designed to withstand daily rigors without delamination or performance loss, maintaining pristine optical performance throughout its lifespan.

11. Minimal Post-Production Required for Cinematic Results

One of the key benefits of using the Tokina Black Supermist on modern optics is its ability to create a cinematic tone directly in-camera, significantly reducing the need for heavy post-production diffusion or skin retouching. This saves valuable time during editing and color grading while preserving the natural depth and dynamic range of the original footage. The filter essentially delivers a “baked-in” cinematic character that elevates your production from the first frame.

12. The Professional’s Choice for Realistic Filmic Expression

For cinematographers striving for a visual identity that merges technical precision with emotional impact, the Tokina Cinema 4x5.65 Black Supermist Filter (1/8) represents a perfect equilibrium. Its optical excellence, subtle diffusion, and robust construction make it a staple tool on professional sets worldwide. It doesn’t just soften an image — it transforms it, giving every scene the timeless beauty and immersive texture associated with true cinematic storytelling.

• Cinematic Filmmaking – Ideal for feature films, short films, and documentaries to achieve a timeless filmic aesthetic by reducing digital harshness while maintaining clarity and contrast.
• Commercial and Advertising Shoots – Perfect for beauty, fashion, or product commercials where subtle diffusion enhances skin texture, giving models and products a refined, polished appearance.
• Portrait Cinematography and Photography – Smooths skin tones and reduces visible blemishes or wrinkles, creating flattering close-ups and natural-looking beauty shots under harsh lighting conditions.
• Music Videos and Artistic Visuals – Adds a dreamlike softness and organic halation to highlights, enhancing mood, atmosphere, and creative tone in stylized productions.
• Landscape Cinematography – Softens contrast between bright skies and darker terrain, creating cinematic gradation and adding visual depth when shooting natural environments.
• Interview and Documentary Work – Produces softer, more natural facial rendering on subjects, helping maintain focus on emotion and storytelling rather than imperfections.
• High-Resolution 4K and 8K Productions – Balances ultra-sharp digital sensors by diffusing micro-contrast, ensuring cinematic smoothness without sacrificing detail or resolution.
• HDR and Color-Graded Workflows – Maintains dynamic range and tonal accuracy while introducing subtle blooming and reduced contrast, ideal for advanced post-production pipelines.
• Low-Light and Night Scenes – Adds gentle highlight glow and atmospheric halation around light sources, enriching mood and enhancing realism in dark or contrast-heavy environments.
• Multi-Camera Shoots and Broadcast Production – Ensures uniform diffusion across all lenses and cameras, making it a reliable choice for consistent visual tone across different systems.
• Studio and On-Location Cinematography – Robust enough for professional matte box systems, suitable for controlled studio lighting or unpredictable outdoor lighting conditions.
• Cinematic Still Photography – Can be used with matte box adapters on cinema-style still cameras for capturing film-like portrait or landscape images with controlled diffusion effects.

Pros:

• Delivers a true film-like cinematic look for digital cinema cameras
• Smooths skin tones and reduces visible wrinkles or blemishes naturally
• Maintains sharpness and fine detail with 4K+ optical clarity
• Made from premium dual-layer Schott B270 optical glass for durability
• Color-neutral diffusion with no noticeable color cast or tint
• Subtle 1/8 strength diffusion offers control without over-softening the image
• Excellent for portraits, landscapes, interviews, and cinematic storytelling
• Compatible with standard 4x5.65" matte boxes for easy integration
• Consistent optical performance across multiple cameras and lenses
• Reduces post-production work by achieving a cinematic look in-camera

Cons:

• Requires a matte box for mounting since it does not include a front thread
• Effect may be too subtle for users seeking heavy diffusion or pronounced glow
• Higher cost compared to entry-level diffusion filters
• Glass construction requires careful handling to avoid scratches or damage
• Limited to 4x5.65" format, not suitable for smaller filter holders or screw-in lenses

FEATURES:

• Rectangular Filter Size: 4" x 5.65"
• Available in strengths of 1/8, 1/4, 1/2, and 1

• Product Name: Tokina Cinema 4x5.65 Black Supermist Filter (1/8 Strength)
• Manufacturer: Tokina Cinema
• Model Number: TCBS-184565
• Filter Type: Black Supermist Diffusion Filter
• Diffusion Strength: 1/8 (Lightest grade in the Black Supermist line)
• Filter Size: 4 x 5.65 inches (Approx. 101.6 x 143.5 mm)
• Form Factor: Rectangular Cinema Filter
• Material: Dual-layer Schott B270 Optical Glass
• Diffusion Element: Fine black particulate matrix laminated between glass layers
• Particulate Size: Ranges from slightly smaller to slightly larger than a pixel
• Resolution Capability: Exceeds 4K imaging resolution standards
• Effect: Reduces high-frequency detail, smooths wrinkles and blemishes, slightly lifts blacks, and adds cinematic softness
• Color Performance: Maintains color neutrality with no visible color shift
• Compatibility: Fits standard 4x5.65" matte boxes used in professional cinema rigs
• Available Strengths in Series: 1/8, 1/4, 1/2, and 1
• Front Accessory Thread: None (flat sheet design)
• Build Quality: Optical bonding construction for durability and stability
• Optical Design: Black color particulate bonded between two glass layers for uniform diffusion
• Recommended Use: Portraits, landscapes, cinematic filmmaking, interviews, and 4K digital productions
• Dimensions (Packaging): 8.1 x 5.8 x 1.0 inches (20.6 x 14.7 x 2.5 cm)
• Weight (Packaging): Approx. 0.53 lb (240 g)
• Mounting Type: Matte box tray (no threading)
• Optical Clarity: High-transmission glass with minimal flare and ghosting
• Construction Quality: Precision-ground and polished for professional use
• Use Case: Designed to achieve cinematic look in 4K with Tokina filter on modern digital cameras
• Manufacturer Warranty: 2-Year Limited Warranty
• Country of Manufacture: Japan

WHAT'S INSIDE:

• Tokina Cinema 4x5.65 Black Supermist Filter (1/8 Strength)
• Limited Warranty

What is the Tokina Cinema 4x5.65 Black Supermist Filter (1/8 Strength) used for?

The Tokina Cinema 4x5.65 Black Supermist Filter (1/8 Strength) is designed to soften digital images, reduce micro-contrast, and produce a classic film-like aesthetic. It helps cinematographers achieve a cinematic look by slightly diffusing highlights, minimizing wrinkles and blemishes, and creating smooth tonal transitions without sacrificing detail or resolution.

What makes the Tokina Black Supermist different from other diffusion filters?

Unlike traditional diffusion filters that often introduce excessive haze or loss of detail, the Tokina Black Supermist uses a fine black particulate matrix laminated between Schott B270 optical glass layers. This allows the filter to retain sharpness while reducing harsh contrast, offering precise control and a subtle, cinematic softness ideal for digital cinema cameras.

Is the 1/8 strength version noticeable in footage?

The 1/8 strength version delivers the lightest and most subtle diffusion effect in the Black Supermist series. It provides gentle blooming in highlights and smooths skin tones while maintaining clarity. The result is an image that feels cinematic and natural without appearing overly filtered or soft.

Can this filter be used with all cinema cameras?

Yes. The Tokina Cinema 4x5.65 Black Supermist Filter (1/8 Strength) is compatible with all professional cinema cameras that use a 4x5.65-inch matte box, including ARRI, RED, Sony, Canon, and Blackmagic systems. It fits standard matte box trays, making it versatile across different camera setups.

Does it affect color accuracy or introduce a color cast?

No. The Black Supermist filter is made from color-neutral Schott B270 glass, ensuring that colors remain accurate and consistent across the frame. It maintains true-to-life color reproduction, which makes it ideal for color grading and HDR workflows.

Is the filter suitable for both photography and cinematography?

Absolutely. While primarily designed for digital cinema production, the Tokina Black Supermist 1/8 can also be used for high-resolution still photography. It’s especially effective for portrait and landscape photography where a soft, cinematic glow is desired.

Does the filter reduce sharpness or resolution?

No significant sharpness loss occurs when using this filter. Its diffusion layer is engineered to exceed 4K resolution, ensuring fine detail retention while subtly smoothing out texture and contrast. It maintains edge clarity even in demanding high-resolution workflows.

What materials are used in its construction?

The filter is built with dual layers of premium Schott B270 optical glass and a precisely engineered black particulate diffusion layer. This structure provides exceptional optical stability, resistance to environmental conditions, and consistent performance across the entire frame.

Is the Tokina Black Supermist Filter easy to maintain?

Yes. The smooth, durable glass surface can be cleaned with standard optical cleaning tools and solutions. It’s resistant to fingerprints, dust, and minor scratches, ensuring long-term reliability even in professional production environments.

What’s included in the package?

The package includes one Tokina Cinema 4x5.65 Black Supermist Filter (1/8 Strength) securely packed in a protective case for safe storage and transport. It also comes with Tokina’s limited 2-year manufacturer warranty.