Description:
This compact star filter transforms bright points of light into crisp four-point flares while keeping the rest of the scene soft and atmospheric. The 52 mm star filter is useful for night photography, festive lights and creative portrait work where controlled sparkle adds visual interest.
Key Points
This screw-in star filter produces a 4X cross effect by using closely spaced etched lines on an optical glass surface. By rotating the front frame you can change the orientation of the star, which helps refine composition and control how highlights draw the viewer’s eye. The slim aluminium alloy rim is designed to reduce the risk of vignetting on wide-angle lenses while remaining light in the kit. ⭐
Smaller, intense light sources such as streetlamps or fairy lights will render pronounced star points, while broader or dimmer lights bloom and produce a softer halo. In scenes with few strong highlights the filter introduces a subtle diffusion that can soften specular highlights and contribute to a dreamy look. Consider that the strongest twinkle effect depends on the presence of bright, defined light sources.
Technical Specifications
- Name: Walking Way 4 Points Star Filter - 52 MM Variable Twinkle Effect
- Thread size: 52 mm
- Frame type: Rotatable front mount
- Rim width: 4 mm excluding thread
- Material: Optical glass with aluminium alloy rim
Usage Recommendations
Attach this filter to any lens with a 52 mm thread and rotate the front element to align the cross pattern with your subject or light sources. For night cityscapes, position the star to emphasise architectural highlights or reflections in water. For portraits shot under decorative lighting, place the flare so it complements rather than competes with the subject’s face. 🎆
When stacking with other filters, use the double-threaded design to secure additional attachments or a screw-in lens cap. Pay attention to focus and aperture settings, because the filter works directly with point light sources and may interact with bokeh depending on the lens optics used. For the sharpest results, keep the glass clean and avoid strong oblique light that can create unwanted secondary reflections. 📷
Positive Aspects
The rotating front frame gives creative flexibility, allowing adjustment of the flare without removing the filter. The ultra-slim aluminium alloy rim keeps the assembly compact and reduces the chance of edge vignetting on lenses at their widest angles. Walking Way 4 Points Star Filter brings a controlled sparkle to images while maintaining the overall exposure and clarity according to the manufacturer.



