How do I eliminate reflection on glass?

Question

When I take a picture through a window, I often see a reflection on the glass. I have noticed that this occurs mostly when it is dark or overcast outside or it is especially bright on my side of the glass. How can I stop this?

Asked by J. Walker

Answer

This question has been asked in many guises, ultimately you want to prevent light from inside the room reflecting off the glass and going down the lens.

This can be done by moving the lights, so the direct reflection misses the camera, or more preferably (especially if it's a well lit room and you have light bouncing off everything in many directions) blocking the light.

You can block the light with your body, or get the camera so close to the glass that there is no way for the light to get in.

Answered by Matt Grum

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