Lens Filters
CEN's lens filter range covers PolarPro and Moment circular polarisers, ND and variable ND filters and mist diffusion filters for photographers, filmmakers, drone pilots and mobile creators.
Take your photography and filmmaking further with premium lens filters from PolarPro and Moment. The range covers circular polarisers, neutral density (ND) and variable ND filters, and cinematic mist diffusion effects in threaded sizes from 49mm to 82mm. Whether you are after the magnetic Helix MagLock system, the precision-engineered Quartzline range or PolarPro's signature Shortstache filters, we have the right filter for your lens. Free UK delivery and expert advice from the CEN team.
Save 32% PolarPro Shortstache SHIFT Diopter Filter Set 67mm Close Focus Filter System RRP£249.99£169.99 / Save 32%Low stock
Best Seller Moment CineBloom Diffusion 10% 49mm Filter Thread with Case & Micro Fibre Cloth £79.99 /Low stock
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Save 30% Popular Moment CineBloom 2-5 Stop Variable ND Diffusion 10% 82mm Filter Thread with Case RRP£199.99£139.99 / Save 30%Low stock
Save 30% Popular Moment CineBloom 2-5 Stop Variable ND Diffusion 10% 77mm Filter Thread with Case RRP£199.99£139.99 / Save 30%Low stock
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Save 13% Popular Moment CineBloom Diffusion 20% 82mm Filter Thread with Case & Micro Fibre Cloth RRP£114.99£99.99 / Save 13%In stock -
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Save 25% PolarPro Shutter Collection for DJI Osmo Pocket 3 & 4 ND8, ND32 ND128 Filters RRP£79.99£59.99 / Save 25%In stock
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Save 9% PolarPro Shortstache Filter 58mm Everyday 1/4 Black Mist PL RRP
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Save 38% PolarPro Vivid Collection Filter Set for DJI Mini 4 Pro RRP£79.99£49.99 / Save 38%Low stock
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Save 15% PolarPro Portra Filter Helix 1/4 White Mist Diffusion Emulate Portra 400 Film RRP£259.99£219.99 / Save 15%Low stock
Save 15% PolarPro Portra Filter 82mm 1/4 White Mist Diffusion Emulate Portra 400 Film RRP£129.99£109.99 / Save 15%In stock-
Save 8% PolarPro Portra Filter 77mm 1/4 White Mist Diffusion Emulate Portra 400 Film RRP£119.99£109.99 / Save 8%In stock
Lens filter types and ranges
- Circular polarisers: Quartzline Cinema Series, Arctic Benjamin Hardman Series and McKinnon 135 Chroma PL filters. See CPL filters.
- ND and variable ND: Peter McKinnon Chroma VND/PL and Helix VND filters, plus Shutter and Vivid Collection sets for GoPro HERO, DJI drones, Osmo Pocket and Insta360 X5. See ND filters.
- Mist and diffusion: PolarPro CineBlack, CineGold, Portra and Shortstache filters and Moment CineBloom. See black mist filters.
- Magnetic systems: Helix MagLock and Mini MagLock base plates, filters and step-up rings. See base plates and systems.
- Drones and action cameras: filter sets for DJI drones, Osmo Pocket, GoPro and Insta360. See drone and action cam filters.
- iPhone filters: the PolarPro LiteChaser system for iPhone 15, 16 and 17 Pro. See LiteChaser.
Which lens filter does what?
| Filter | What it does | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Circular polariser (CPL) | Cuts reflections and glare, deepens blue skies, boosts colour | Landscapes, travel, water, shooting through glass |
| ND (fixed) | Cuts a set amount of light so you can use a slower shutter or wider aperture | Drones, action cameras, long exposures |
| Variable ND (VND) | Cuts an adjustable amount of light as you turn the ring | Video in changing light |
| ND/PL | Combines ND and polariser in one filter | Drone and outdoor video in bright sun |
| Black or gold mist | Softens highlights for a filmic glow | Cinematic video, portraits, night scenes |
Which lens filter should I buy first?
For stills, a circular polariser is the most useful first filter, because its effect can't be recreated in editing. For video, a variable ND is the essential filter: it lets you keep your shutter speed at about double the frame rate in daylight, for natural motion blur. Add a mist filter when you want a more cinematic look.
How to choose the right filter size
Threaded filters are sized by diameter. Check the filter thread marked on the front of your lens or inside the lens cap (for example 67mm). If you own several lenses, buy filters to fit the largest and use step-up rings for the smaller lenses, or move to the magnetic Helix system so one set of filters fits every lens.
Lens Filters FAQs
Q: What size filter do I need?
A: Check the filter thread size in millimetres, marked on the front of the lens or inside the lens cap, and choose the matching filter.
Q: What is the difference between ND and variable ND?
A: A fixed ND reduces light by a set amount, such as ND8 for three stops. A variable ND, such as a 2-5 stop VND, adjusts by rotating the front ring.
Q: What is the Helix MagLock system?
A: Helix is PolarPro's magnetic filter system. A base plate stays on the lens and filters attach magnetically and lock in place, so you can swap them in seconds.
Q: Which lens filter should I buy first?
A: For photography, a circular polariser. For video, a variable ND filter, so you can keep a natural shutter speed in daylight.
Q: Can I stack lens filters?
A: Yes, but stacking can cause vignetting on wide lenses and reduces image quality slightly. Combined filters such as ND/PL avoid stacking.
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