Photo Tip: Why Use a Polarizing Filter? (Video)
In the Galapagos Islands (which are on the equator) the sun can be very harsh, especially at midday. It tends to wash out landscape photos.
Making use of a small add-on, called a polarizing filter will improve your photos dramatically. Note: you will need a dSLR camera to use a polarizing camera.
As an example, we took a photo at Las Grietas. It was just before noon on the same day (see image below the video). The difference is huge: better color saturation and less (almost no) reflection. Check the video for more information.
Why Use a Polarizing Filter? Take Better Vacation Photos
Las Grietas: With and Without a Polarizing Filter
Polarizing Filter Before and After: Las Grietas
Variety of Filters, including UV and Polarizing
Image of filters courtesy of Ashley Mark Pomeroy
Bryan,
Thanks for the great tip, we recently started looking into filters, loved seeing the difference of with and without. Thanks again!
Thanks guys – it makes a big difference in direct sunlight settings.
Great to hear from you!
Bryan