The Helix Mist Standard 1/4 Filter from PolarPro adds an atmospheric illumination to everyday light, eliminating the harsh, overly sharp look of today's digital sensors. This Mist standard (near 1/4) diffusion filter can help soften skin tones and general scene blemishes while still retaining image sharpness, and bloom highlights. Designed to safely lock in place once installed, the filter features a magnetic and quarter-turn locking mechanism that avoids the hassle of threading the filter on and off. With 16 layers of coating on cinema series glass, this filter is water-, oil-, and scratch-resistant. The brass frame provides durability while the rubber trim ring provides a seamless ergonomic grip.
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Key Features
- Magnetic & Quarter-Turn Locking
- Softens Skin Tones & Blemishes
- Retains Image Sharpness & Clarity
- Water-, Oil-, & Scratch-Resistant
The Helix Mist Standard 1/4 Filter from PolarPro adds an atmospheric illumination to everyday light, eliminating the harsh, overly sharp look of today's digital sensors. This Mist standard (near 1/4) diffusion filter can help soften skin tones and general scene blemishes while still retaining image sharpness, and bloom highlights. Designed to safely lock in place once installed, the filter features a magnetic and quarter-turn locking mechanism that avoids the hassle of threading the filter on and off. With 16 layers of coating on cinema series glass, this filter is water-, oil-, and scratch-resistant. The brass frame provides durability while the rubber trim ring provides a seamless ergonomic grip.
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PolarPro Helix Overview
Brass filter frame and thread base for smooth connections.
Rubber frame insert provides more grip compared to aluminum filter frames.
Quickly and seamlessly remove filters using release tabs.
The MagLock system features magnets that bind the filter and thread base together while a quarter turn locks the system in place.
UPC: 817465028292
PolarPro Helix Specs
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PolarPro Helix Reviews
Perfect Fit!
By Anthony
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2024-10-13
Perfect fit for my helix maglock filters. Currently holds 3 filters, with room for one more!
Faulty Locking Mechanism
By Eric
Rated 1 out of 5
Date: 2024-06-23
The locking mechanism does not lock into place on any of the other filters, or the baseplates. This makes it impossible to ensure it's secure when attempting to adjust adjacent filters like the VND. Disappointing considering that this is marketed as better than screw-on or drop-in filters. If it functioned correctly I would give it 4 stars considering the lack of QC.
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Can this stack in front of the Chroma VND PL ...
Can this stack in front of the Chroma VND PL filter?
Yes, the PolarPro Helix Mist Standard Filter (1/4) can stack in front of the PolarPro Peter McKinnon Chroma VND/PL Filter using the Helix MagLock system.
Date published: 2025-02-09
"I want to store two PolarPro Peter McKinnon Mist ...
"I want to store two PolarPro Peter McKinnon Mist Edition II VND Filters (82mm, 2 to 5-Stop and 6 to 9-Stop) in this case?
The PolarPro Helix Peter McKinnon Edition 4-Slot Filter Case is made to hold 4 Helix filters which are 101mm in diameter, and the 82mm filter will fit in the case too, but it might seem too large.
Date published: 2024-10-25
The picture shows the filter with the front and ...
The picture shows the filter with the front and rear Defender Case. Does the Defender case come with this filter?
Yes, the PolarPro Helix Variable Neutral Density Filter comes with the filters shown in the picture.
Date published: 2023-10-03
Can it can be used on Nikkor Z 400mm f4.5 & ...
Can it can be used on Nikkor Z 400mm f4.5 & Nikkor Z 70-200mm f2.8 ?
To use the PolarPro Helix Variable Neutral Density Filter (6 to 9 Stops) on the Nikkor Z 70-200mm f2.8 you will need to purchase this PolarPro Helix 77mm adapter ring separately. https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1767533-REG
The Nikon NIKKOR Z 400mm f/4.5 VR S Lens has a 95mm filter thread and unfortunately the Helix adapter ring does not go to that size. Maximum they have is 82mm.
Date published: 2023-10-09
This says 1/8 diffusion but polar pro page says ...
This says 1/8 diffusion but polar pro page says 1/4. WhatsApp the correct number?
According to the manufacturer, the PolarPro Helix Variable ND Mist Filter (2 to 5-Stop) provides 1/8 diffusion. The same goes for the PolarPro Helix Variable ND Mist Filter (6 to 9-Stop), B&H # POPM69MIST.
Date published: 2023-12-19
Is this an 82mm filter? Can I use this on my 77mm ...
Is this an 82mm filter? Can I use this on my 77mm Canon 100-500mm with the lens hood attached? (with the 77mm adapter)
PolarPro Helix Variable Neutral Density Filter (2 to 5 Stops) is not a 82 mm filter. The Helix Variable Neutral Density Filter from PolarPro is designed for the Helix magnetic filter system and provides an exposure reduction of 2 to 5 stops. Variable ND filters are not designed to be used with the lens hood attached and the front element has a different size than the filter thread.
Date published: 2024-04-04
