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Canon EOS-5D
Canon EF 24-105mm f/4.0 L IS
 10/24/2003 12:20:40 PM · #1
Now that I have bought my new cam (Canon 300D), it's time to think about filters. I'm keen on a IR filter, as I really like the effect it can give. I'm also thinking about a polarizer. I used to use this filter alot on my trad SLR (Ae-1), but got horrible results when I tried it on my Fuji 602Z. I believe it is because it was a non-circular polarizer.

Here's my question: will I get the same results if I try it on a DSLR? Do I need to get a circular polarizer or should a regular one work?

Any help would be great.
Sony Alpha a6400
Sony E 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 PZ OSS
 10/24/2003 12:37:59 PM · #2
I have both types of polarizers. The key thing to remember with a polarizer is that you may need to adjust it after you focus if the end of your lens rotates during the focus process.
Canon PowerShot Pro 90 IS
 10/24/2003 12:38:16 PM · #3
I read a lot of articles on the internet before deciding to pop for a cirular polarizer. My understanding is that it is required to get the proper polarizing effect when using a camera with throuth-the-lens auto-focus and/or metering. You can vary the effect by turning the filter just like with an older non-circular polarizer filter. I haven't mastered it's use yet but it does improve my bright sunlight shots.
RIM BlackBerry Curve
Canon EF 85mm f/1.8 USM
 10/24/2003 12:48:01 PM · #4
No idea how well the 300D will do for IR shots - I know that the D60 and 10D have a hot mirror that essentially make them useless for IR photography.
Canon EOS-500D Rebel T1i
Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS
 10/24/2003 12:50:03 PM · #5
Here are some IR tests done by Ribbit :)
300D Infrared
Canon EOS-5D
Canon EF 24-105mm f/4.0 L IS
 10/24/2003 04:25:47 PM · #6
Thanks you all. I'll give mine a try before I go out and get a new one.
RIM BlackBerry Curve
Canon EF 85mm f/1.8 USM
 10/24/2003 05:45:28 PM · #7
Originally posted by Konador:
Here are some IR tests done by Ribbit :)
300D Infrared



Looks pretty useable!
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