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When to use a polarizing Lens?
I'm new at this and shoot only in manual mode so far. I bought a UV filter and a polarizing lens when I got my camera (Pentax K-X). The UV filter I'm understanding that you leave on all the time when shooting outdoors (not sure about indoors). As for the polarizing lens, do you put on and take off depending on the type of scenery you are shooting? What about when taking pictures of kids or dogs outside? Should it be left on or off for that?
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- Forlorn HopeLv 71 decade agoFavorite Answer
polarisers help with reflections off water, cutting through mist... and help to strengthen colour...
- Anonymous1 decade ago
Polarizers reduce reflections of certain surfaces. They are useful for photographing water, plants and getting darker blue skies.
Also you can reduce reflections from glass and mirrors.