A polarizing filter is used to counteract the polarized light that causes the glare on smooth, non-metallic surfaces. It is rotated till the surface reflections are removed or reduced. They often have a little handle sticking out to use for rotating, or a knurled edge for easy grip to rotate. A UV filter is used to absorb UV radiation. I'm not sure but I think that is the same as a skylight filter (Someone correct me if I'm wrong....), which is often used as a protective measure over the lens to prevent scratching. You can often get some exciting effects taking photos in the drizzle. I have a friend who is a professional nature photographer who specializes in "dewey" pictures, taken at daybreak before the dew evaporates. So have at it!!! Lee Ann > I do have a UV filter in front of my lens. That's not what you were > talking about, is it Lee Ann...? > > And Barb, for sure I'll get the chance to take some shots in the > drizzle. Maybe I'll get Jim to hold an umbrella over myself plus > camera -- we'll see <G>. > > Penny > > _____________________________________________________________________ > You don't need to buy Internet access to use free Internet e-mail. > Get completely free e-mail from Juno at http://www.juno.com > Or call Juno at (800) 654-JUNO [654-5866]