Lense filter

I have a Nikon 8700 and am looking to put a polarising lense filter on for
both the effect and protection of the lense. Any one have any suggestions as
to linear VS circular ect.
Do digital camera do better with type of filter as opposed to another .

TIA, Dave

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"Deputy Dog" wrote:

I have a Nikon 8700 and am looking to put a polarising lense filter on for
both the effect and protection of the lense. Any one have any suggestions as
to linear VS circular ect.
Do digital camera do better with type of filter as opposed to another .

TIA, Dave

A circular pol works with all cameras under all lighting conditions. A
linear Pol will not work properly under all conditions (lighting) with
any camera that utilizes a beam splitter in the light path that is used
for exposure metering or focusing or for the finder information display.

You should use whatever type your camera manufacturer recommends. If in
doubt a circ pol always works with any camera under any lighting level.

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Deputy Dog wrote:
I have a Nikon 8700 and am looking to put a polarising lense filter on
for both the effect and protection of the lense. Any one have any
suggestions as to linear VS circular ect.
Do digital camera do better with type of filter as opposed to another
.

TIA, Dave

As Bob noted a circular polarizing filter will work anywhere a linear
will and more.

I do question the wisdom of using a polarizing filter "for .. protection
of the lense." First all polarizing filters will greatly reduce the light
and there are many times that you DON'T want a polarizing effect.

While I don't believe they are necessary in most situations and may be
harmful in more situations they they are useful in, you can use a UV or
clear glass "filter" with far less negatives for most photographs.

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