Digital camera accessories

[Tao_Jones]

I've been happily using my Canon S2 camera for a couple of months now. Just today my order for 2 adapters with lens caps and end caps arrived. I had purchased Hoya 58 mm filters:   A UV and also a Circular Polarizing but hadn't realized I needed the adapters. My question is: do I use both filters simultaneously, e.g. the adapter > UV filter > circular polarizing filter all together? Or is there a reason to mount one filter on each of my adapters (and protect them with the end caps and covers) and then leave the UV filter on all the time for protection of lens, ease of holding camera with 2 hands, etc and only use the circular polarizing filter when called for? Actually, I'll do some research about how to use the circular polarizer, but any tips about this would be appreciated from those of you with experience with this. Thanks in advance from this newbie.

[ShutterbugGail]

Hi Tao_Jones and welcome to the Q&A Board!

Regarding your two filters, I wouldn't use both of them simultaneously. I keep a UV filter on all the time and then take it off and put the polarizer on when I need it.

I suppose you can use two adapters, each with a different filter. However, I personally think it's easier to change filters than to change adapters. Also depends if a second adapter fits in the camera bag you use.

As to the polarizer, it's easier to use than explain (at least from a non-technical standpoint). Point your lens at the sky, to water or a glass window. Rotate the polarizer and watch for changes in the viewfinder. When you get it positioned right, clouds and the sky will appear richer, and most reflections on water and glass will magically "disappear."

Hope this helps.