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Digital Portrait Photography

Removing Eyeglass Reflections

SUMMARY: Use a circular polarizing lens to reduce eyeglass reflections.

Depending on the lighting conditions, when taking photos of people wearing eyeglasses you might notice reflections created by the eyewear. If you do not like this effect or find the reflections distracting, consider using a circular polarizing lens. Note that doing so will decrease your shutter speed as more light will be needed to take the photo.

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