Sandmarc’s Star Filter For Mobile Photographers

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Sandmarc has dropped a new Star Filter for iPhones. Designed with mobile photographers in mind, the filter lets you create dramatic multi-point starbursts from direct light sources like streetlights, headlights, or studio bulbs. It’s adjustable too, you can dial in anywhere from four to eight points of light depending on how bold you want the effect to be.

The appeal here is that everything happens in-camera, with no post-processing or AI tricks involved. That means instant results you can show off on set or post immediately. The build itself is lightweight at just 35 grams, with a 60mm aluminium frame and a multi-coated 43mm glass element for optical clarity. It clips right onto your iPhone using Sandmarc’s standard mounting system, and it works with their wide, telephoto, and anamorphic lenses too.

You can also mount it to Sandmarc’s iPhone cases or use the included clip for standalone attachment, which makes it compatible with older iPhones and most Android phones as well. The Star Filter is available to pre-order for $90 and should start shipping in mid-June.

You can see full details on Sandmarc’s website here