Re: Filters and DSLR camera

On 07/15/2011 07:48 PM, David Kerber wrote:
Just be aware that use of circular polarisers can give auto-focus
problems. I've experienced this when zooming to the max on a 70-300mm lens.

The same applies to linear polarizers.

No, linear polarizers are a different matter, they can make the AF completely blind.

When focusing, the front element rotates and the change in contrast
caused by the orientation of the polariser can fool the focus mechanism
into resting at an out-of-focus position.

I have never seen that happen with a phase detection AF as used in SLRs.

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Bertrand
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