Any need for a polarising filter?

[oldbaldgit]

Apart from reducing reflections, in these days of digital imaging and editing software, is there still a need for polarising filters?
Thanks.

[wave01]

IMHO yes it really does help but to get the best results the sun should be 90 degrees to lens

[donoreo]

Yes. A CP cannot be duplicated in software. You can use it more than you think. It does not just reduce reflections. Use it for the following:

1. Reduce reflections on non-metallic objects. (just stating the obvious)
2. Enhance colour and definition in the sky.
3. Enhance colours over all. Try this in an autumn scene of leaves. Works great.
4. Slows your shutter speeds by about 2 stops.

I cannot remember who it was, but it was a famous pro, who said he hardly ever takes his off.

[oldbaldgit]

Thanks very much.
I always "feel" that things look so much richer with the filter on.Not my imagination then!

[donoreo]

Originally Posted by oldbaldgit

Thanks very much.
I always "feel" that things look so much richer with the filter on.Not my imagination then!

This is by no means proof that you do not have an over active imagination