Lens filters allow for greater control in photography. Polarizing filters reduce glare and improve color saturation; UV filters filter out atmospheric haze; and neutral density filters allow photographers greater control over aperture and shutter speed. In this presentation, we discuss when to use which filter and some things to consider when building your lens filter collection.

1. How to Use a Lens Filter
The Practical and Artistic Uses of Lens Filters

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Take Control of Your Photos
Lens filters are one of the most powerful tools in a
photographer’s arsenal. By helping control the color and
quality of the light that enters a camera, lens filters allow
for greater clarity and scene manipulation, no matter the
weather or lighting conditions.
In this presentation, we’ll look at the various kinds of lens
filters and how they should be used.

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Types of Lens Filters
There are lens filters to match nearly every weather and
lighting condition mother nature brings your way.
Polarizing filters improve color saturation and reduce
glare.
UV / Haze filters filter out atmospheric haze, resulting
in clearer images.
Neutral Density Filters reduce the amount of light that
enters the camera; this enables larger apertures, and
longer exposure times.

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Using Polarizing Filters
Because polarizing filters sharpen colors and reduce glare,
they’re particularly useful when shooting winter
landscapes, as they reduce the
amount of sunlight that reflects
off of snow.
Polarizing filters can also be helpful
in reducing sun glare on sunny
days, particularly when shooting
on the water.

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Using UV / Haze Filters
UV / Haze filters absorb UV light and filter out atmospheric
haze that would otherwise cloud your photos, improving
clarity and color balance.
Use them on hot, humid days and for crisper black and
white images.

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Using Neutral Density Filters
Neutral Density Filters allow for true artistry in photography.
With them, photographers are able to literally “slow down” a
chaotic scene by increasing the exposure time while
reducing the amount of light that enters the camera.
Neutral density filters are useful any time you want more
control over aperture and exposure, and are particularly
helpful when photographing bees, humming birds, and
other natural phenomena.

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Considerations
Unlike camera lenses, it’s not necessary for your lens filter
to be manufactured by the same company as your
camera.
That said, your lens filter must be the same size as your
lens. When buying lens filters it’s important to consider
your lens collection, and which lens you’re going to want
to use with which filter.
Photographers who would rather not be hamstrung by their
equipment will want to invest in various filters for each
type of lens they use.

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Installing a Lens Filter
To install a lens filter, simply screw the filter onto the front
of the lens, as you would a lid to a jar.

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About Cameta
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brick-and-mortar camera store
in Amityville, NY. We’ve been
selling photography equipment
and distilling advice to professionals
and hobbyists alike more than 25 years.
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