This $100 Filter Changed My Portrait Lighting Completely

In this video, I test the Black Pro Mist filter to see what actually happens when you add it to a portrait setup. You’ll see real side-by-side results, how it changes highlight response, and whether 1/8 or 1/4 strength gives the best look. I’ll also show when this filter works, when it doesn’t, and why it can replace things like haze or fog in a controlled studio setup. If you’ve ever felt like your images look too sharp or too digital, this might be the simplest fix. 🎬 In this video: • What Black Pro Mist filters actually do • Why 1/8 and 1/4 strengths are the sweet spot • Real studio examples (with and without the filter) • Why you would use this instead of haze or fog 🛒 Gear mentioned Tiffen 77mm Black Pro Mist 1/8 Special Effects Filter Amazon https://amzn.to/49IqJJq B&H https://bhpho.to/3R2UUDU Tiffen 82mm Black Pro Mist 1/4 Special Effects Filter Amazon https://amzn.to/3QLzeuC B&H https://bhpho.to/46hjSDV Nanlite PavoTube II 30C 4′ 55W RGBWW LED Tube 4-Light Kit Amazon: https://amzn.to/3rJgmUa B&H: https://bhpho.to/3rSengz Canon RF70-200mm F4 L IS USM Amazon https://amzn.to/2Z4GOd5 B&H https://bhpho.to/3HkgKNY Canon RF 85mm F1.2 L USM Amazon https://amzn.to/3tHbPxm B&H https://bhpho.to/3L6f1Na Canon R5 Mark II Amazon: https://amzn.to/4cJZyir B&H: https://bhpho.to/3Yc4YyB Canon BG-R20 Battery Grip for EOS R5 Mark II Amazon https://amzn.to/3B3Bg5f B&H https://bhpho.to/3XJFyaT 👀 Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction 01:04 - Alternatives 01:39 - Which Strengh Should You Buy? 01:58 - Old Hollywood Fresnels 02:21 - Pavo Tubes 02:42 - Location 02:57 - Video 03:28 - Final Thoughts 📚 Learn more: Academy https://johngress.com/academy Handbooks https://johngress.com/lightinghandbooks/ Workshops https://johngress.com/workshops Click here for a full list of all the gear I use in the studio - https://johngress.com/gear/ Disclosure: This description contains affiliate links. If you use them, I may earn a commission — at no additional cost to you. #BlackProMist #CinematicLighting #PortraitLighting #PhotographyTips #StudioLighting