I have a D80 with a 67mm lens. I want to use indoor lighting to shoot my oil paintings which have a slight varnish. Will the lens reduce glare?
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A polarizing filter will block some of the reflected light how much is a function of a number of variables such as the light source, angle etc.
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The filter has worked well for me to reduce glare on windows, water, etc, so I assume it will work well on paintings. (I've not shot paintings with the filter, however.) I'm always amazed at how the view changes as I turn the filter. The results you get will rest somewhat on your lighting scheme--I assume you'll shoot with two diffused light sources, set at 45 degrees on either side of the painting. You can return the filter within 30 days of delivery if it doesn't work as well as you hope.
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I would think that the polarizer would help. The same principle that makes this lens filter work on water reflections will help with your painting reflections.
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I haven't used this lens specifically for portraits only for long distance shots indoors and outdoors. It worked well for those purposes.
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You must make some adjustment to your ISO. if you use this lens indoor on D50 u must a tripod to avoid camera shake, and you can use lower speed. or you set your camera`s ISO to the higher. just experiment first. try not to stopped down the lens as this will give your photo vignetting...dark edges. its really trick to use but once you get the hang of it it`ll be a doddle to use...you've got to be patient otherwise switch to Nikkor Fishye lens or Tamron or Sigma.
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As trivial as it may seem, don't skimp on a filter. You have a nice camera, so get a MULTI-COATED filter from someone like B&W;, Heliopan, or Hoya. The multi-coatings reduce flare and reflections, just like your multi-coated Nikon lens -- again, don't skimp, it'll truly reduce the quality of your photo's especially in sunlight. The size of the filter should be imprinted on the lens, and yes, it's 67mm. A good filter is somewhere in the $50 neighborhood.
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Perhaps the following is not applicable to your situation. I use the referenced product to cover a LED light bar illuminating a close object photographed by a high speed line scan camera. It is used in conjunction with "Tiffen 49mm Linear Polarizer" on the camera lens to eliminate glare. The linear polarizer on the light bar only does not work.
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I never had a prime lens put on it before I sold it. I may have kept it had I put a prime lens on it, i'd try 85mm 1.8 for portraits.
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Hi There! Sorry, but I haven't used this lens indoors and I am new to photography. I bought this lens for my trip to Africa and for my daughter's outdoor sports. I live in the Pacific NW where it rains often so that's the main reason I bought this lens is because of the weather proofing. So far I have been extremely happy with it's performance. I shoot with with the K5 IIS. Sorry I can't really comment on the numbers or stats of my pictures. All I know is the pictures I've taken have been pretty amazing. Cheers!
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As trivial as it may seem, don't skimp on a filter. You have a nice camera, so get a MULTI-COATED filter from someone like B&W, Heliopan, or Hoya. The multi-coatings reduce flare and reflections, just like your multi-coated Nikon lens -- again, don't skimp, it'll truly reduce the quality of your photo's especially in sunlight. The size of the filter should be imprinted on the lens, and yes, it's 67mm. A good filter is somewhere in the $50 neighborhood.
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This is one of the best Lens for nikon, and it works well indoor. But if you are a beginner, I suggest you to get more practice with a 50mm f1.4 first...
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This lens is perfect for outdoor but for low light indoor will not be good. I bought me a 70-200 f2.8 lens that will work with the right settings.
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I am not familiar with the Nikon D80 but I will relate to you my experience. I have not used this filter on a Digital camera yet. I have shot lots of B/W IR with film. I used ASA 50 with the focus slightly off as IR is not the same wavelength as what we see. I have shot only B/W on weathered buildings/structures. The results is usually what I am looking for. Now, with digital I just purchases a filter but will not have a chance to use it until late this month in Wyoming and Montana (ghost towns). Bottom line is if you are shooting B/W, set your ASA to 50 and slightly out of focus. I have no experience with color. You may have to do a little experimenting to get what you want. If you want I can send you some of my photos after I get back from my trip. You might also try using a red filter.
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On completely dark situations, yes there will be a noticeable glare that comes out in the pictures . Where there is little light present it dose not show up. I have few different colors and noticed it's worse on light colors i.e yellow and white .
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I would expect that you would notice a reduction in glare, if you tune the orientation of the filter sheet. Be aware that there is an overall reduction of light through the sheet, even when it is not affecting the glare.
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I have used it for portraits...with and without flash/lights. The key is to use a tripod and a remote "trigger." I have used both the Canon 85mm f/1.8 and Canon 70-200 F/2.8 L lenses. As long as you are not creating a poster-sized photo - don't let the 8.2 MP scare you.
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To be honest with you I only use Pro lenses and with those it is compatible. I would be inclined to think the answer would be no since you lose an f stop with the teleconverter which means you will need alot of light for your lens. My guess is NO.
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It depends heavily on how bright you want the effect to be and how far away you are able to place the fixture. In addition, there are two different lenses that allow you to have a wider or narrower field of effect based on your needs. In essence, there is no good way to answer. I can tell you from experience that I have had a usable effect covering an entire wall at the end of a large ballroom using the narrower lense in extremely low light, but to do so I had to place the unit itself at the opposite end of the room.Sorry if this is less than helpful...
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Absolutely and this is what you want the diffuser to do. You will get great photos without the harsh flash and possibly all the red eye. I also shine my flash away from my subjects when doing portraits so that is done on purpose for the "right" lighting. It will work great. You will see a huge difference.