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The best diffusion filters in 2025: soft-focus, low-contrast filters for the cinematic look
Updated The best diffusion filters – or mist filters – flatter skin, raise shadows, and create a classic cinematic style
Circular polarizers are fantastic, but dark. This new filter lets in more light than most – and is made to be used with gloves
NEWS The PolarPro Arctic CP is a high-transmission circular polarizing filter that's designed to still work with gloves
The best solar filters for your camera in 2025: photograph the sun safely
buying guide A special type of neutral density for your camera is an essential purchase if you want to photograph the solar eclipse
The best variable ND filters in 2025: fader filters for videography and photography
Updated Variable neutral density – or fader – filters are essential for filmmakers… and handy for stills photography, too
The best close-up filters in 2025: macro photography on a budget
Updated The best close-up filters are a cheap and simple alternative to macro lenses. Here are the best examples at the best prices
The best astrophotography filters in 2025: the best light pollution filters and more
Updated Looking to capture the sky at night? These are the best filters to reduce light pollution and enhance the stars
The best filter holders in 2025: my pick of the best square slot-in filter systems
Updated The best filter holder systems are easy-to-use, secure, and compatible with a wide variety of neutral density, ND grad, polarizer filters, and more…
The best ND filters in 2025: neutral density filters for longer exposures
Updated The best neutral density filter will help you capture creative long exposures to blur movement in landscapes – even in the middle of a bright summer's day
