goncharko Loc: New Jersey exit 8

I've upgraded from a Canon Rebel to a Canon 6D, with a 24 to 70mm f2.8 L. Pretty nice lens.
But for many situations the Rebel gave me better results. It has a circular polorizer. The new lens will accept an 82mm filter.
Any suggestions on a polorizer brand. Cost vs quality? Thanks

CHG_CANON Loc: the Windy City

The lens had a CPL, not the Rebel ...

The 24-70 f/2.8L II provides rich colors alone, particularly the series II version. You might try it for a month or so and see if you feel you need a CPL for this lens. Otherwise, you get what you pay for, and if you find you need a CPL, the B+W XS-Pro Kaesemann line is one you buy once and use forever (or at least as long as you have a need for an 82mm filter thread). Look to see if you can find a used one, such as KEH or Adorama, eBay, etc.

If you feel you're not getting better results vs your prior camera, you should post some JPEG unedited examples storing the file attachments, and let's get some other eyes onto the results and see what is going on.

goncharko Loc: New Jersey exit 8

You are correct the old lens had the cpl. Thank you for your feedback. Much appreciated.

lamiaceae Loc: San Luis Obispo County, CA

I fully agree.

ClarkG Loc: Southern Indiana USA

You can’t go wrong with the B+W CPL. Top quality. 👍

Mac Loc: Pittsburgh, Philadelphia now Hernando Co. Fl.

E.L.. Shapiro Loc: Ottawa, Ontario Canada

The function of a CPL filter is not ONLY to intensify colour saturation although it will in certain lightg conditions and angles by reducing glare from surfaces like foliage or other high reflective of highly polished non-metallic surfaces.

The filter is also useful in darkening skyscapes and emphasizing clouds, shooting through glass windows in display cases, storefronts and museum diagrams or aquariums. etc.

The trick is learning how to use the filter effectively OR not to use it like in cases where the natural reflection would benefit the image. You may not want to remove the sky reflection in water or end up with black windows in buildings. Of course, by rotating the filter you can previsualize the exact effect.

Cheap filters are false economy! You own a lens worth in excess of $2,000- you paid for performance. Poorly crafted filters can diminish that performance by introducing certain aberrations and flare, which is counterproductive to increasing colour saturation.

Over many years I have used B+W, Sing-Ray and Zeiss filters with no issues. Besides optical quality, they have good metallic rims that will not cross-thread, or get stuck on your lens's filter mount. If you purchase a CPL filter for your lenses with the largest front diameter, you can use the step-up adapter for smaller lenses.

PS- If yo new lens is proving to be disappointing in colour rendition, take a moment to check the camera's menu and see if it is set as per your taste. I am not familiar with your model but it may have various degrees of colour rendition in the menu. Colour saturation is also affected by exposure variations- make a few tests at bracketed exposures and see what you prefer and calibrate accordingly. The larger front element that is not recessed and may have a tendency to pick up more stray light- use your lens shade with and without filters.

IHH61 Loc: Homestead Fl

Also check out Breakthrough brand. Great filters and a great company

Hugh

jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY

I learned here that you get a CPL for your largest lens. Then you get step-down rings to use that on your smaller lenses. Below are some polarizer links. Surprisingly, there isn't a huge difference between a $30 filter and one costing $100. I can't find the link to the article comparing cheap and expensive filters. I have a couple of Hoya Pro1 filters. Search for "cheap polarizing filters" and you will find one (or more) that I wasn't allowed to post here.

https://lumoid.com/buying-guides/cpl-filters
https://www.digitalcameraworld.com/buying-guides/best-polarizing-filters
https://ehabphotography.com/the-best-polarizing-filters-for-all-budgets/


http://www.lenstip.com/115.1-article-Polarizing_filters_test.html
http://www.lenstip.com/115.4-article-Polarizing_filters_test_Results_and_summary.html
http://www.techradar.com/how-to/photography-video-capture/cameras/best-circular-polarizer-filter-5-top-models-tested-and-rated-1320842

Jimmy T Loc: Virginia

I have a very seldom used Canon brand (Read-$$$$) circular polarizer for my 24-70mm f2.8 L.
I surely haven't found anything that it will do that can't be accomplished in PP except reduce the amount of light reaching your lens.
OK, it reduces glare and . . .
Smile,
JimmyT Sends
PS: If you just have to have one, PM me for a ($$) price quote.
Edit: I also had a Canon 6D and I had no issues with it.
It took really good pics and was outstanding in Low/Very Low Light.

Bison Bud

I use a polarizing filter occasionally, but generally only to reduce glare. While it is true that these filters can enhance the colors, you may get similar or even better results by playing with the color saturation either in camera or in post production. I seriously doubt that the Rebel's performance is on par with the 6D, you may just need to adjust the 6D's internal jpeg processing to better suit your preferences. I'd try that first, then look into buying a quality polarizer if still needed. Good luck and good shooting to all!

SuperflyTNT Loc: Manassas VA

Did you always use the filter? I would also look at your settings. I’m assuming you’re shooting jpeg. I don’t know Canon settings but maybe your Rebel was set for more vivid scenes.

glennroby

agree about breakthrough filters

Alphabravo2020

Both my Breakthrough ND filters 3 stop and 6 stop are amazing with regard to color neutrality but you have to get the higher grade ones X4 I think not X2. I haven't seen their CP as I have only used Nikons.

Don, the 2nd son Loc: Crowded Florida

Camera firmware up to date? Unlikely with that combo but may need to micro-adjust focusing. I rarely use a polarizer, more fiddling than I care for.