Handheld Filters – Creative Freedom for Photographers and Filmmakers

In photography and filmmaking, the most unforgettable shots often come from experimentation. Beyond camera settings and lenses, the tools you hold in front of the lens can completely transform the mood. That’s exactly what REFLECTLENS Handheld Filters are designed for – instant creativity with no limits.

These filters are built for creators who want full control. You can hold them in your hand, move them freely, or even mount them on a magic arm for extra stability. With handheld filters, you don’t just capture images – you create visual stories in real time.

What are Handheld Filters?

Handheld filters are optical tools you hold in front of your lens rather than screwing them on. Unlike traditional threaded filters, they’re not restricted by lens diameter, making them universal across your gear.

Tilt, rotate, or swipe them in front of the camera to create unique refractions, distortions, or flares – effects that change with every movement of your hand. Best of all, these effects are created in-camera, without the need for post-production.

Why Creators Love REFLECTLENS Handheld Filters

• Total freedom of movement – tilt, rotate, and move the filter to shape the light.

• Dynamic, cinematic effects – from ghosting and duplication to surreal flares.

• One filter, all lenses – no size restrictions or adapter rings needed.

• Instant results – creative effects captured in-camera, no editing required.

• Compact and portable – perfect for travel, fast-paced shoots, and set work.

• Mounting options – many filmmakers attach REFLECTLENS handheld filters to magic arms or rigs for stability and repeatable effects.

The REFLECTLENS Handheld Collection

Our collection features carefully designed optical tools used by photographers and filmmakers across Europe. Each one offers a distinct effect, crafted with high-quality optical glass and ergonomic design.

• Supernova I Handheld – creates ghosting, motion blur, and single duplications for dynamic portraits and conceptual shots.

• Lunar Swirls – hypnotic, spiral distortions of light for surreal and dreamlike imagery.

• Cosmic Rays – radiant beams and refractions that simulate energetic light bursts.

• Moon Blur – soft atmospheric blurs for cinematic, moody storytelling.

• Equinox – split-frame reflections that add a strong graphic and conceptual style.

• Aurora Orange – warm, glowing flares inspired by the Northern Lights, perfect for fashion and music videos.

• Galactic Wave – ghost-like light distortions that introduce motion and energy.

• Crystal & Diamond Wands – handheld tools that create kaleidoscopic reflections, cinematic streaks, and magical lens flare effects.

• Crystal Sphere & Prism – classic optical tools that bend, duplicate, and invert parts of the frame for abstract and unique visuals.

• Space Light (Handcraft Series) – a handmade optical tool for one-of-a-kind light patterns and experimental visuals.

Each filter is designed to be held comfortably or attached to a rig, making them versatile for both photography and filmmaking projects.

Perfect for Photography and Filmmaking

Handheld filters are especially loved by filmmakers, who use them for music videos, fashion films, and commercials to add atmosphere and movement. Photographers, from portrait and editorial shooters to wedding creatives, also rely on them to bring originality to their work.

With REFLECTLENS Handheld Filters, every scene can be transformed into something cinematic, emotional, and unforgettable.

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Conclusion

If you’re looking for tools that expand your creative freedom, REFLECTLENS Handheld Filters are a must-have for every photographer and filmmaker. They deliver results impossible to replicate in post-production and inspire new ways of storytelling with every frame.

👉 Discover the full range of REFLECTLENS Handheld Filters today and take your photography and filmmaking to the next level.