The best camera filters allow you to create all sorts of stunning effects in your photos, many of which aren’t easy or possible to replicate in post-processing. Constructed from high-quality moulded glass, filters are designed to alter the light that hits your sensor in various ways, without negatively impacting the quality of your images. There are plenty of different types of filters available, and in this guide, we’ve picked out a selection of the best.
Filters are used for many different purposes. They tend to be very popular in , and indeed, we have dedicated guides to the , as well as a step-by-step on . The most commonly used types are neutral density (ND) filters and polarisers, but there are also B&W filters, light-pollution filters for astrophotography, close-up filters and plenty more to consider.
We’ve included them all in this guide, but don’t worry if you’re not too familiar with the terminology — we’ve included a guide on how to choose a camera filter and what the different types do at the end of this article. We’ve also added some explanations on the differences between square and circle filters, and how to find the right fit for your lens. So, let’s get into it Here are our recommendations of the best filters you can buy When you’re testing a filter, it makes sense to put it through the wringer.
We gave the Kase Revolution filters something of a baptism of fire by trying them out on the , a full-frame mirrorless camera with a whopping 61MP.