Marumi STAR-6 Filter DHG 55 mm

Marumi STAR-6 Filter DHG 55 mm | Add six-point sparkle to bright lights

Without a special-effects filter, bright lights usually stay as small points in the frame. The Marumi STAR-6 Filter DHG gives those highlights a star-like look, making it an option for photographers who want that effect to be part of the picture rather than added later. It’s particularly suited to night scenes, festive lighting and other compositions where bright points of light are already prominent. The STAR-6 name indicates a six-point star effect; use it when you want the lights to draw the eye, not when you’re aiming for an entirely natural rendering. The 55 mm size is a practical detail to match with the filter-size marking on your lens. This is a creative filter with a defined visual character, so the result depends on the scene: a frame with a few distinct lights gives the effect room to read, while a busy spread of highlights can look crowded.

Getting a considered result

Build the composition around a small number of bright highlights: a lamp against a darker street or decorative lights set apart from the background. That gives the star effect space to register without competing with every other detail. If you want the lights to remain understated, this may not be the look to reach for; the filter is intended to make their shape more noticeable.

Technical Specifications

• Brand: Marumi
• Product: STAR-6 Filter DHG
• Filter size: 55 mm
• Category: Filters > Protection