P. J. Alling wrote: > The only problem with a linear polarizer is if the functioning of your > camera depends on a semi-silvered mirror, (most do these days). If the > meter is behind it, (Pentax LX OM2/4 etc.), you'll get inaccurate meter > readings. If your autofocus sensors are behind it you'll get inaccurate > or no auto focusing.
<smug> But an LX will still _expose_ properly.... </smug> > > Cotty wrote: > >>Hi team, >> >>Can someone please give me a rundown on the difference between a linear >>and a circular polarizer? If you place a linear polarizer in front of >>your lens and rotate it, will that alter the reflections etc like a >>circular polarizer will? >> >>Many thanks. A circular polariser has a depolariser after the polarising filter. Apart from some technical problems (as above) there will be no visible difference to the output if you use either. The digital advantage of being able to frig about with exposure (assuming a suitable subject) until you get it right comes to the fore. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List [email protected] http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
