Originally posted by StiffLegged Instagram is not the target for my images.
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Originally posted by kypfer 4) because Pentax cameras don't "need" a circular polariser!
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Originally posted by dlhawes The only time I've found it really useful was when I was taking pictures in a parking lot full of antique cars with all sorts of shiny stuff on 'em in harsh sunlight. Even then, it didn't do that much.
I find a big difference, but I've also seen demonstrations that show big differences in quality (=effectiveness) of polarising filters. Some are quite weak. Mine are Hoya linear polarisers from the 1980s - there may be some better but I'm sure there are some far worse.
I take a lot of technical/engineering pictures (digital) and use a LPL to reduce glare from metal and painted surfaces. I am not trying to be arty, just want to show detail with no distraction. I also do landscape and might use it to reduce the bright reflections from leaves. As the filter is rotatated, a field of grass for example looks hugely different at the different angles.
I find the LPL filters rom my film days very effective on a DSLR, even though I have been told they are not supposed to work with digital cameras. Looking at the price of a quality 82mm CPL I shall stick with what I have. I certainly dont leave it on all the time though.