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Seeking feedback on polarizing filters for Q3. Specifically, has anyone experience on how polarizers affect the phase detect autofocus? 

Would it be better (or necessary) to choose a linear vs. circular polarizing filter? Any recommendations on brand or what to look out for? 

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I bought the B+W 49mm Master High Transmission Kaesemann Circular Polarizer MRC Nano Glass Filter, and I am not disappointed. Excellent color reproduction, and very good build quality. Comes with a leather case - I would rather the plastic case with padded foam personally - but this seems to be a good alternative. 

https://www.amazon.com/Master-Transmission-Kaesemann-Circular-Polarizer/dp/B09J9YN5TR

Now I must decide on shooting with a lens hood (will need to purchase one because the rectangular hood that comes with the camera is not ideal for polarizer adjustment) or going back to the thread protector. 

In any event, I am likely to shoot outdoors with the polarizer at all times. Any advice on best exposure settings (+ 2/3 stop seems to be giving good results) would be appreciated. 

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8 hours ago, ikc said:

I bought the B+W 49mm Master High Transmission Kaesemann Circular Polarizer MRC Nano Glass Filter, and I am not disappointed. Excellent color reproduction, and very good build quality. Comes with a leather case - I would rather the plastic case with padded foam personally - but this seems to be a good alternative. 

https://www.amazon.com/Master-Transmission-Kaesemann-Circular-Polarizer/dp/B09J9YN5TR

Now I must decide on shooting with a lens hood (will need to purchase one because the rectangular hood that comes with the camera is not ideal for polarizer adjustment) or going back to the thread protector. 

In any event, I am likely to shoot outdoors with the polarizer at all times. Any advice on best exposure settings (+ 2/3 stop seems to be giving good results) would be appreciated. 

I bought this for using a polarizer on my Q2. Still fiddly to use but better than the Leica hood. 
 

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Haoge-LH-LQ-Metal-Typ116-Camera/dp/B081S6GH72/ref=sr_1_4?crid=TZR86WO6KYGQ&keywords=haoge+q2&qid=1689938235&sprefix=haoge+q2%2Caps%2C76&sr=8-4

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6 hours ago, ianforber said:

I have that as well. Much easier for filters, but also the cap is easy to clip on and off.

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17 hours ago, ikc said:

I bought the B+W 49mm Master High Transmission Kaesemann Circular Polarizer MRC Nano Glass Filter, and I am not disappointed. Excellent color reproduction, and very good build quality. Comes with a leather case - I would rather the plastic case with padded foam personally - but this seems to be a good alternative. 

https://www.amazon.com/Master-Transmission-Kaesemann-Circular-Polarizer/dp/B09J9YN5TR

Now I must decide on shooting with a lens hood (will need to purchase one because the rectangular hood that comes with the camera is not ideal for polarizer adjustment) or going back to the thread protector. 

In any event, I am likely to shoot outdoors with the polarizer at all times. Any advice on best exposure settings (+ 2/3 stop seems to be giving good results) would be appreciated. 

No need to add exposure with a polariser surely?  you use your polariser outdoor at all times ?  

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7 hours ago, city of bristol said:

No need to add exposure with a polariser surely?  you use your polariser outdoor at all times ?  

Maybe a bit of an overstatement that I would use 100% outdoors, but I really like the general effect of using a polarizer for most outdoor travel shots (travel, landscape, etc.). On a recent trip to Greece and Turkey, the polarizer was on camera for the majority of shots taken outside. 

Adding a little exposure compensation with the polarizer is helpful, but again, seems to be something that can be recovered in post. 

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15 hours ago, ikc said:

Maybe a bit of an overstatement that I would use 100% outdoors, but I really like the general effect of using a polarizer for most outdoor travel shots (travel, landscape, etc.). On a recent trip to Greece and Turkey, the polarizer was on camera for the majority of shots taken outside. 

Adding a little exposure compensation with the polarizer is helpful, but again, seems to be something that can be recovered in post. 

I do like to use my polariser in many situations as well  but the Q series cameras meter through the lens so no need to add exposure compensation in my view,

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