Star & Streak Effects Filters

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Hoya Star 6X Filter (82mm)

Hoya Star 6X Filter (82mm)

B&H # HOS682Z MFR # HR-82STAR6
Key Features
  • Softens Image
  • 5mm Thickness
  • Aluminum Frame Construction
$6499
In Stock
Tiffen 77mm 4pt/2mm Grid Star Effect Filter

Tiffen 77mm 4pt/2mm Grid Star Effect Filter

B&H # TIS4277 MFR # 77STR42
Key Features
  • Creates a Streaking Pattern
  • Use With Point Light Source
  • Black Aluminum Filter Ring
  • ColorCore Glass
$7699
In Stock

Nisha Star-4 Effect Filter (77mm)

B&H # NI4STR77 MFR # 4STR77
Key Features
  • Star Effect Filter
  • 4 x Points on Specular Highlights
  • Glass Filter
  • Aluminum Filter Ring
$2495
In Stock

Moment CineFlare Gold Streak Filter (82mm)

B&H # MO82CFSFGD MFR # 600-128
Key Features
  • Emulates Anamorphic Lens Flare
  • Gold Color Effect
  • Optical Glass Construction
  • 30-Layer Multicoating
$3999
In Stock

Moment CineFlare Blue Streak Filter (82mm)

B&H # MO82CFSFBL MFR # 600-125
Key Features
  • Emulates Anamorphic Lens Flare
  • Blue Color Effect
  • Optical Glass Construction
  • 30-Layer Multicoating
$3999
In Stock

Tiffen 82mm North Star Effect Filter

B&H # TINS82 MFR # 82NSTR
Key Features
  • Creates Points of Streaking Light
  • Rotating Mount
  • Works Best With Point Light Sources
  • Excellent for Weddings/Special Effects
$13999
In Stock

Hoya Star 4X Filter (72mm)

B&H # HOS472 MFR # HR-72STAR4
Key Features
  • Converts Specular Highlights to Four-Pointed Stars
$3899
In Stock

Vaxis VFX 95mm Streak Filter for Tilta Mirage Matte Box (Blue)

B&H # VAVFX95BSF MFR # VFX21-18
Key Features
  • Light Point Source Streak Effect
  • Slips Easily into Matte Box
  • Lightweight at 1 oz
$5092
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Tiffen 77mm Hollywood Star Filter

B&H # TIHWS77 MFR # 77HOSTR
Key Features
  • Starburst Effect from Point Light Source
  • Cross-Shaped Starbursts
  • Asymmetric Diffraction Spike Starbursts
  • 14 Primary Diffraction Spikes
$9422
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PolarPro 77mm QuartzLine Bluemorphic Streak Filter

B&H # POBM77 MFR # 77-BL-MRPH
Key Features
  • Emulates Anamorphic Lens Flare
  • Adds Blue Streaks to Specular Highlights
  • Cinema Series German Optical Glass
  • 16-Layer Multicoating
$9999
In Stock

Tiffen 82mm Hollywood Star Filter

B&H # TIHWS82 MFR # 82HOSTR
Key Features
  • Starburst Effect from Point Light Source
  • Cross-Shaped Starbursts
  • Asymmetric Diffraction Spike Starbursts
  • 14 Primary Diffraction Spikes
$10995
In Stock

Moment CineFlare Blue Streak Filter (67mm)

B&H # MO67CFSFBL MFR # 600-123
Key Features
  • Emulates Anamorphic Lens Flare
  • Blue Color Effect
  • Optical Glass Construction
  • 30-Layer Multicoating
$3999
In Stock

Hoya Star 8X Filter (82mm)

B&H # HOS882Z MFR # HR-82STAR8
Key Features
  • Softens Image
  • 5mm Thickness
  • Aluminum Frame Construction
$6499
In Stock

Tiffen 77mm 8pt/2mm Grid Star Effect Filter

B&H # TIS8P277 MFR # 77STR82
Key Features
  • Creates a Streaking Pattern
  • Use With Point Light Source
  • Rotating
  • Black Aluminum Filter Ring
$9995
In Stock

PolarPro 77mm QuartzLine Goldmorphic Streak Filter

B&H # POGM77 MFR # 77-GLD-MRPH
Key Features
  • Emulates Anamorphic Lens Flare
  • Adds Gold Streaks to Specular Highlights
  • Cinema Series German Optical Glass
  • 16-Layer Multicoating
$9999
In Stock

Nisha Star-4 Effect Filter (67mm)

B&H # NI4STR67 MFR # 4STR67
Key Features
  • Star Effect Filter
  • 4 x Points on Specular Highlights
  • Glass Filter
  • Aluminum Filter Ring
$1495
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Expected availability: 2-4 weeks

Nisha Star-4 Effect Filter (72mm)

B&H # NI4STR72 MFR # 4STR72
Key Features
  • Star Effect Filter
  • 4 x Points on Specular Highlights
  • Glass Filter
  • Aluminum Filter Ring
$1995
Special Order
Expected availability: 2-4 weeks

Hoya Star 8X Filter (49mm)

B&H # HOS849Z MFR # HR-49STAR8
Key Features
  • Softens Image
  • 5mm Thickness
  • Aluminum Frame Construction
$2699
In Stock

Neewer Star Filter Kit (82mm, 3-Pack)

B&H # NE66601601 MFR # 66601601
Key Features
  • Starburst Effects
  • 4-Point, 6-Point & 8-Point Star Filters
  • Water, Oil & Scratch Resistant
  • Optical Glass Construction
$2899
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Expected availability: 7-14 business days

Hoya Star 4X Filter (62mm)

B&H # HOS462 MFR # HR-62STAR4
Key Features
  • Converts Specular Highlights to Four-Pointed Stars
$2999
In Stock

Hoya Star 6X Filter (58mm)

B&H # HOS658Z MFR # HR-58STAR6
Key Features
  • Softens Image
  • 5mm Thickness
  • Aluminum Frame Construction
$2999
Special Order
Expected availability: 7-14 business days

Tiffen 46mm 4pt/2mm Grid Star Effect Filter

B&H # TIS4246 MFR # 46STR42
Key Features
  • Creates a Streaking Pattern
  • Use With Point Light Source
  • Black Aluminum Filter Ring
  • ColorCore Glass
$3195
In Stock

Tiffen 58mm Hollywood Star Filter

B&H # TIHWS58 MFR # 58HOSTR
Key Features
  • Starburst Effect from Point Light Source
  • Cross-Shaped Starbursts
  • Asymmetric Diffraction Spike Starbursts
  • 14 Primary Diffraction Spikes
$3424
Special Order
Expected availability: 7-10 business days

Tiffen 49mm Hollywood Star Filter

B&H # TIHWS49 MFR # 49HOSTR
Key Features
  • Starburst Effect from Point Light Source
  • Cross-Shaped Starbursts
  • Asymmetric Diffraction Spike Starbursts
  • 14 Primary Diffraction Spikes
$4500
Special Order
Expected availability: 2-4 weeks

Tiffen 67mm Vector Star Effect Filter

B&H # TIVS67 MFR # 67VSTR
Key Features
  • Creates Streaks of Light
  • Best Used With Point Light Sources
  • Use With Other Filters
  • Rotating
$5499
Special Order
Expected availability: 2-4 weeks

Tiffen 67mm North Star Effect Filter

B&H # TINS67 MFR # 67NSTR
Key Features
  • Creates Points of Streaking Light
  • Rotating Mount
  • Works Best With Point Light Sources
  • Excellent for Weddings/Special Effects
$6999
In Stock

PolarPro 82mm QuartzLine Bluemorphic Streak Filter

B&H # POBM82 MFR # 82-BL-MRPH
Key Features
  • Emulates Anamorphic Lens Flare
  • Adds Blue Streaks to Specular Highlights
  • Cinema Series German Optical Glass
  • 16-Layer Multicoating
$9999
In Stock

PolarPro 67mm QuartzLine Bluemorphic Streak Filter

B&H # POBM67 MFR # 67-BL-MRPH
Key Features
  • Emulates Anamorphic Lens Flare
  • Adds Blue Streaks to Specular Highlights
  • Cinema Series German Optical Glass
  • 16-Layer Multicoating
$9999
In Stock

Tiffen 77mm North Star Effect Filter

B&H # TINS77 MFR # 77NSTR
Key Features
  • Creates Points of Streaking Light
  • Rotating Mount
  • Works Best With Point Light Sources
  • Excellent for Weddings/Special Effects
$10995
In Stock

Urth Star 4-Point, 6-Point, 8-Point Lens Filter Kit (82mm)

B&H # URSTAR3FK82 MFR # UFKSTARST82
Key Features
  • Starburst Effects
  • Made of AGC Glass
  • 8-Layer Nano-Coated
  • Ultra-Slim Magnalium Rim
$12500
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Using Star Filters and Streak Filters in Your Photography

Star filters and streak filters are glass filters used in photography. These optical effect filters feature special optical glass with strategically etched lines. When you place these on your camera, they create dramatic effects centered on light sources and bright points. These photography accessories can also create a soft filter effect. Although there are many different variations of these filters, they all rely upon the principle of diffraction. Diffraction causes star and streak effects as the wave pattern of light spreads when passing through a small opening.


Types of Star Filters

There are a few different types of star effect glass filters. You can choose star 4 filters, star 6 filters, or star 8 filters. The number represents the amount of rays emanating from the light source. For example, a star 8 filter creates eight rays of light bursting outward from any light source in your shot. Star effect filters have two layers of glass and only one layer has the etched lines. You may need to rotate the filter and experiment with your aperture to create the desired effect.


Using Streak Filters

Streak filters operate under the same principles as star filters, but they create a different effect. The lines on streak effect filters are straight, and they don't feature cross-screen lens filters in the same way as star effect filters. Light sources stretch out in lines, creating a dramatic and interesting streak effect. You may prefer to use a streak filter rather than an anamorphic lens, because it's a much simpler way to create the same effect.


When to Use the Filters

Many photographers may prefer to use these filters at night, especially in cities with interesting and vibrant light sources. Using these filters, you can create amazing effects by photographing street lamps, neon signs, and other urban light sources in the dark. These filters also create fascinating effects when photographing jewelry, as they help create sparkling, vibrant images. They can generate incredible effects in daylight conditions, transforming sunlight into unique patterns and streaks.


If you're looking for an interesting way to experiment with photography effects, check out B&H Photo and Video for a wide selection of starburst filters and streak filters. You can also find contrast control filters and variable ND filters to build your collection of filter tools.