[net.rec.photo] Warning on Polarizing Filters

makay@reed.UUCP (06/15/83)

     I almost never venture outside with my camera without
a polarizing filter on my lens(es).  It is the only way to 
obtain spectacular sky effects such a bright clouds against
a blue-black sky.  The polarizer also adds surface detail by
eliminating specular reflected light.  The only warning about
using a polarizing filter is REMEMBER TO TAKE OFF YOUR 
POLAROID SUNGLASSES before adjusting the filter for maximum
effect.  Fortunately I learned this before putting the
filter on my camera because the crossed polarizers practically
passed no light.

                       Michael Kay (makay)
                       Reed College

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