The Tiffen Linear Polarizer Filter helps to reduce
reflections and glare by filtering out light that has become polarized
due to reflection from a non-metallic surface. The light from the sun
naturally becomes partially polarized due to reflecting off electrons in
air molecules, causing the light to scatter into what appears as haze. A
polarizing filter arranges, and filters, this directionally polarized
light perpendicularly to the reflected light, allowing for the
absorption of much of this light. This results in a noticeable reduction
of glare and reflections from non-metallic surfaces and an increase in
the saturation of skies and foliage.
A linear polarizer only
differs from a circular polarizer in that it does not contain a quarter
wave plane that enables use of auto focus and exposure features. Linear
polarizers are best suited for use with manual cameras, such as view
cameras, that are not dependent on internal mechanisms to determine
focus or metering settings.
Tiffen filters are made using
ColorCore technology, a process that involves laminating the filter
substrate between 2 pieces of optical glass, grinding flat to a
tolerance of 10,000th of an inch, and then mounting to precision metal
rings.
- Helps to reduce reflections and glare by filtering out light that has become polarized due to reflection from a non-metallic surface.
- Polarizing filters arrange, and filter, directionally polarized light perpendicularly to the reflected light, allowing for the absorption of much of the light.
- Clears up haze in distant landscapes and provides more saturated, vivid colors.
- Strongest effect when used at a 90° angle from the sun.
- Constructed using Tiffen's ColorCore technology.
- Essential general-use outdoor color filter
- Produces deeper skies and minimizes reflections in black and white and color photography
- Combine a Polarizer with a Red 25 for incredibly dramatic black and white landscapes
- Can be rotated to achieve desired effect
- Use the Tiffen Polarizer with the enhancing filter for more dramatic effects
- Available for Wide Angle lenses