All About Polarizing Filters for Photography

So you hear all this stuff about filters – “use a filter for this”, “use a filter for that”… but you’re not really sure why you need one? Is it worth having and what does a filter actually do anyway? Well, filters can be a fun (and relatively inexpensive) way to give your photos some punch. In this video Mark, from Michromatic tells you just about everything you need to know about Polarizing Filters for photography.

Mark explains a few scenarios where you might find a polarizing filter useful, gives a quick explanation of how they actually work. He also shares a few tips for buying the correct fit, the difference between linear vs circular and buying one of your own.

Michromatic is a YouTube channel packed with great photography tips and reviews, so be sure to subscribe if you get a chance. You can also follow Mark on any of the following social channels: Instagram, Google+ or on Flickr.

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