B+W Yellow Filter O 550, filter diameter 39 mm. In black-and-white photography, colors are converted into different shades of gray. However, many colors have similar brightness values, which often results in low contrast and less distinct image details. By using color filters, these tonal values can be influenced and enhanced.
The stronger the filter’s color, the greater the contrast in the image. The new black-and-white color filters from B+W Filter give you precise control over grayscale reproduction. By selectively filtering specific wavelengths, contrasts and tonal transitions are enhanced – for images with clearer character and depth.
More contrast. More expression
B+W filters for black-and-white photography are, as of mid-2026, available with the MASTER filter mount and feature advanced MRC nano coating, ensuring maximum light transmission and easier cleaning of the filter glass.
Orange Filter O 550
This filter is designed to improve black-and-white images with a natural and distinct 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
- Creative black-and-white effects
- Architecture
- Landscape photography
Specifications
- Filter type: Orange Filter O 550 (replaces previous model 040)
- Filter factor: 4 (2 f-stop)
- Filter size: 39 mm
- Filter mount: B+W Master brass filter thread
- Filter profile: Low profile, optimized for wide-angle lenses. Front thread.
- Coating: MRC Nano
