Searching for a good solution using polarizer & seeing the effect though VF

[Paul Verrips]

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Referring to this thread:

 

http://www.l-camera-forum.com/leica-forum/leica-m8-forum/84045-steps-filterview.html

 

i am looking for a similar solution, but i'm not a DIY guy.

 

Now i was wondering what kind of screw-in filter thread is used on the Leica Super-Elmar-M 18 mm f/3.8 ASPH. that uses a 77mm filter holder adapter.

 

LEICA 77MM FILTER HOLDER ADAPTER #14484 NEW! FOR NEW 18MM SUPER-ELMAR-M LENS!

 

Could this be a smart substitute for the FilterView from PhotoEquip ?

http://www.photoequip.net/_images/fvpair800.jpg

 

I think the Leicagoodies step up to steps is to expensive (or they should deliver it with a polarisation filter for that price, but they don't).

Step up to Steps

 

I know the Kenko Vernier solution and the Leica kit but i prefer seeing the effect through the viewfinder.

 

If the Leica filter holder is not a substitute i have to decide whether is going to be the Kenko or the Leica kit............

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[Paul Verrips]

Hmmm, just found out that this will not work either. The 77mm filter adapter has an internal screwthread instead of external.

 

Thought i had a smart idea..........

[Lindolfi]

The method I use: a high quality 67 mm pol filter with several step up rings for all lenses. I have put an indication on the filter for the direction of blocking of polarized light. Usually I don't have to look for the needed direction for reflections in windows or darkening of blue sky in this way. Sometimes, when I'm unsure, I check by looking through the filter, remembering the angle of the indication marks on the filter and mounting it in that direction on the lens.

[Jager]

Use an SLR/DSLR.

 

The rangefinder has very clear strengths. Using a polarizer is not one of them. Not saying you can't make it work, only that whatever you come up with is bound to be some rube goldberg arrangement.

[RobertJRB]

I have the 18 SE and the 77 filter adapter. The back of the filter adapter is open so you can see trough it, and thus trough the filter when looking trough the VF. But its not that much so might not be the best solution to see the effect of the filter.

 

I use another way when using a cirl. pola filter. When screwed onto the lens the adapter is always at the same position, with the open sluts at the top.

 

When you screw a circular pola filter onto the adapter, keep it in front of your eye (with the sluts at the top) and turn it into the right position (the filter). Than simply screw the adapter onto the lens (without turning the filter!!) and take the shot.

Its not the most ideal way compared to a SLR, but works fine with landscapes where you have the time.

[Jager]

Use an SLR/DSLR.

 

The rangefinder has very clear strengths. Using a polarizer is not one of them. Not saying you can't make it work, only that whatever you come up with is bound to be some rube goldberg arrangement.

 

Apologies to Paul, and others. Thinking, after I had posted this, that it could easily be read as snarky or condescending - I came back to edit or delete it. And, of course, that opportunity had expired.

 

Certainly, using a polarizer with a rangefinder is perfectly valid. My suggestion to the contrary was out of line. Ease of doing something is but one of the factors we look at when choosing a solution to a task. The world would be a lesser place if everyone always took the shortest, easiest route.

 

Again, my apologies...

[Paul Verrips]

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Don't worry Jeff, i'm not so pettish:D

 

I tried to simulate what part of the VF would be covered with the STEPS, but that is disapointing to me. Only the right corner (underside) is covered with the filter (max. 30%).

 

I think in that case i prefer working with the Kenko polariser system........

Anyone having experience with this system?