Tiffen 105CPOL 105C Linear Polarizer

Tiffen 105CPOL 105C Linear Polarizer | Control Reflections and Glare

Its defining distinction is right in the name: this is a linear polarizer, rather than a filter described as circular. It suits photographers who specifically need a linear polarizing filter and want to manage reflections in a scene. A polarizer is most useful when reflected light is getting in the way: think of glare on glass or water, or a washed-out look in a blue sky. Rotate the filter while looking through the camera to see the effect change, then stop when the reflections or sky look right to you. The result depends on the light and your angle to the subject, so it’s a tool for deliberate adjustment rather than an automatic effect. The product name identifies it as the Tiffen 105CPOL 105C; if you’re replacing a filter, keep that designation in mind when matching it to the one you need.

Using a linear polarizer

Reflected light is strongly affected by your position relative to the subject. For glass or water, change your viewing angle as well as rotating the filter; for a sky, look for a visible change through the viewfinder before taking the picture. The filter’s effect can be subtle or pronounced depending on the scene, so judge it in the moment rather than expecting the same result in every light.

Technical Specifications

• Brand: Tiffen
• Product code: 105CPOL
• Product designation: 105C
• Filter type: Linear polarizer