When i point my camera at the sun, i sometimes get these glare spots. I use a polerizer, but that doesn't always work. Is there a work around for this?
The primary reason for a lens hood is to prevent light from hitting the front lens element from the sides – reducing contrast and creating lens flare (the little green circles). I would recommend always using a lens hood when taking photos outside. Not to mention that it also captures richer colors and deeper color saturation. Here’s an article about it:
I always use my lens hood (except for the times I forget to). Not only will it have the benefits mentioned above, but if you and/or your camera take a tumble it might save your lens. I've fallen down while hiking and the hood saved one of my lenses.
The polarizer only works when you are at an angle to the sun - simply put - the sun is to your left ot right. It is basically worthless if the sun is in front or behind you. Filters is on the 'Menu' for Wed. class.
Are you using your lens hood? I don't see the sun in the picture.
ReplyDeleteThe primary reason for a lens hood is to prevent light from hitting the front lens element from the sides – reducing contrast and creating lens flare (the little green circles). I would recommend always using a lens hood when taking photos outside. Not to mention that it also captures richer colors and deeper color saturation. Here’s an article about it:
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I always use my lens hood (except for the times I forget to). Not only will it have the benefits mentioned above, but if you and/or your camera take a tumble it might save your lens. I've fallen down while hiking and the hood saved one of my lenses.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the input. I'll look into buying one.
ReplyDeleteThe polarizer only works when you are at an angle to the sun - simply put - the sun is to your left ot right. It is basically worthless if the sun is in front or behind you. Filters is on the 'Menu' for Wed. class.
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