B+W Black-white filter

Photography in a new light. More contrast. More expression.


Why are color filters used in black-and-white photography?

In black-and-white photography, colors are converted into shades of gray. However, many colors have similar brightness values. This often results in subtle tonal differences, making images appear low in contrast. Color filters alter these tonal values. The stronger the filter’s color, the greater the contrast in the image.

The new black-and-white color filters from B+W Filter enable precise control over gray reproduction. By selectively filtering certain wavelengths, contrasts are enhanced, and tonal gradations are rendered with greater distinction: More contrast. More expression.

These filters are now available in the MASTER filter holder and feature the advanced MRC nano coating system for maximum light transmission and easy cleaning.

Our black-white filters are available in three options: Y475 yellow filter, O550 orange filter and R610 red filter.

Yellow filter Y475 


This filter is designed for black-white images.

  • Subtle contrast enhancement
  • More natural sky rendering
  • Smoother skin tones
  • Reduces minor skin imperfections

Ideal for:

  • General black-and-white photography
  • Portraits
  • Landscapes​​​​​​​

Available in diameters from 37 to 95 mm.

Orange filter O550 


Stronger contrasts make othhen es kFyi ltaeprpear more dramatic.

  • Significantly enhanced tonal separation.
  • Highlights the eyes and minimizes the appearance of freckles.
  • Makes the sky appear darker.
  • Reduces atmospheric haze.

Ideal for:

  • Mountain landscapes
  • Panoramic landscapes
  • Architecture​​​​​​​

Available in diameters from 37 to 95 mm.

Red filter R610


Maximum contrast.

  • The sky and the clouds are clearly separated.
  • The sky becomes significantly darker.
  • Ideal for dramatic landscape shots.
  • Reduces skin redness significantly.

Ideal for:

  • Landscape photography
  • Architecture
  • Creative black-and-white effects​​​​​​​

Available in diameters from 37 to 95 mm.

Transmission Curves black-white filters


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Photo taken with a Y475 black-white filter.



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Photo taken with a O550 black-white filter.



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Photo taken with a R610 black-white filter.



TIPS & TRICKS FOR BLACK-AND-WHITE PHOTOGRAPHY


Download these tips and tricks in a handy PDF and learn more about the versatile uses of B+W Filter’s neutral density filters.

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Everything at a glance: All filter types and filter lines summarized on a double page. Here you will find an overview of our complete product range.

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