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Despite the modern ease of digital post-production, the practice of using lens filters is very much alive.<\/p>\n
From managing difficult light conditions to creating certain moods \u2013 there\u2019s nothing like capturing the perfect shot, right there and then.<\/p>\n
Why use filters?<\/strong><\/p>\n Filters to your camera are what sunglasses are to your eyes.<\/p>\n They:<\/p>\n But just as sunglasses distort your vision indoors, using a filter in the wrong situation can ruin your shot \u2013 so it\u2019s important you know your stuff.<\/p>\n (Example of how these filters attach)<\/td>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/td>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n no filter\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 |\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 red filter<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n no filter\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 |\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 orange filter<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n no filter\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 |\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 green filter<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 yellow filter<\/strong> |\u00a0\u00a0 no filter<\/td>\n The digital darkroom can\u2019t do everything, so know what filters to use and when. Just remember \u2013 practise and experimentation are your keys to success.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong>All Things Photography. (2015). Put a few photographic filters in your bag. all-things-photography.com<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Babbidge, G. (2013). Lens filters buying guide. wexphotographic.com<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Cambridge in Colour. (2015). Graduated neutral density filters. cambridgeincolour.com<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Dunlop, J. (2015). The essential guide to filters for digital cameras. expertphotography.com<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Exposure Guide. (2012). Lens filters. exposureguide.com<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Mansurov, N. (2011). Lens filters explained. photographylife.com<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Nikon. (2015). Bokeh for beginners. nikonusa.com<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n
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\n Filter<\/strong><\/td>\n Suitable for<\/strong><\/td>\n What it does<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n \n \n
Any<\/td>\n Protects your lens from dust, dirt, fingerprints, moisture and scratches.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n \n \n
Any<\/td>\n When using SLR cameras UV can interfere with photo quality \u2013 appearing as a haze. Modern DSLR cameras have an inbuilt filter, in which case UV filters are used as another form of protection.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n \n \n
Any<\/td>\n Used to reduce reflections, increase contrast and enhance colours. The effects from polarizing filters cannot be replicated during post-production.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n \n \n
Landscape and flash photography<\/td>\n Effective for avoiding overexposure when large apertures are required. Ideal for capturing long exposures.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n \n \n
Landscape photography<\/td>\n Used to balance exposure in high contrast situations between bright skies and dark landscapes. Best used when photographing flat horizons \u2013 such as an ocean view.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n \n \n
Landscape photography<\/td>\n Used in high contrast situations with uneven landscapes \u2013 such as mountain ranges. Avoids over and underexposure.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n \n \n
Landscape photography<\/td>\n Transitions from a dark centre to a lighter edge. This allows for photographs shot against the sun to be captured as they appear in person \u2013 without overexposure.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n \n \n
Any<\/td>\n Suitable for colour correcting, subtracting, blocking and boosting. Perfect for film photographers wanting to correct or add colour to a shot.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n \n \n
Any<\/td>\n For correcting unrealistic tints of colour, or to add one. Changes the mood and atmosphere of a photo by altering the white balance.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n \n \n
\n<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/td>\nMacro photography<\/td>\n Allows for close-up shots by shortening the minimum focussing length. Lenses come in a range of strengths also known as dioptres, with higher numbers indicating a closer focal point.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n \n \n
Any<\/td>\n Multiple filters are used to enhance B&W images. Red, orange, green and yellow filters are used bring out certain monochrome shades.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n Sources<\/strong><\/h2>\n