PolarPro Shortstache SHIFT Diopter Filter Set 49mm Close Focus Filter System
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SHIFT Diopter | 49mm
SS-SHFT-49
The Shift Diopter Set is a precision-built close-focus filter system co-developed with Shortstache for photographers and filmmakers who want cinematic detail without changing lenses.
- +2 / +4 / +8 Diopters: Choose the right level of magnification for every shot.
- Optical-Grade Multi-Coated Glass: Maintains sharpness and color accuracy.
- Threaded Options (49–95 mm): Universal compatibility with most lenses.
- Shortstache Matte-Green Case: Travel-ready design with premium protection.
- Lightweight Aerospace Aluminum Build: Durable, field-tested reliability.
Each optical-grade diopter reduces the minimum focus distance, turning everyday moments into macro-level storytelling. Available in both Helix MagLock and threaded versions, Shift delivers speed, clarity, and control in a compact, field-ready kit.
Focus Where It Matters
From a morning ritual to a cinematic moment, SHIFT changes how you see. Co-engineered with Shortstache, this set redefines what’s possible with your existing lenses. Same setup. New perspective. Built for photographers and filmmakers who see more in the everyday.
2-1.5X/4-2X/8-3X
Shot in New York, the Morning Shift campaign follows Shortstache capturing a daily coffee ritual. Each frame, from grind to pour, shows how a single piece of glass can transform perspective. Shift was designed for simple scenes with cinematic depth.
Push Closer, Hold Clarity.
SHIFT was built for moments when composition and detail matter equally. Every diopter edge and coating was refined to keep focus transitions smooth and light transmission clean. Whether shooting handheld or locked off, Shift keeps every frame intentional.
Specification
| Transmission | 94% |
|---|---|
| Glass | Precision Turned Cinema Series |
| Mounts | Helix MagLock or Threaded (49, 67, 77, 82, 86, 95 mm) |
| Material | Aerospace-grade aluminum |
| Weight | 140 g MagLock / 98 g Threaded |
| Case | Shortstache matte-green signature edition |
What's Included
- +2 / +4 / +8 Diopters
- Shortstache Matte-Green Case
FAQs
Q: Which filter do I need - ND, polariser or variable ND?
A: A polariser cuts glare and deepens colour. Fixed ND filters reduce light by a set amount for controlled shutter speeds. Variable NDs adjust across a range, making them the flexible choice for video. The filter type and strength are listed in the Specification tab.
Q: Will this filter fit my lens or drone?
A: Filters are made per thread size or per drone model. Check the size in the product title and Specification tab against your lens thread or drone model, or contact CEN to confirm.
Q: Why use an ND filter for video?
A: An ND filter lets you keep your shutter speed at roughly double your frame rate in bright light, which produces natural motion blur instead of a harsh, choppy look.
Q: Do filters degrade image quality?
A: Quality glass filters are designed to be optically neutral. Cheap filters can introduce colour casts and softness, which is why we stock cinema-grade brands with strong colour accuracy.
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