ORIGINAL: GrnBrt
BB I have to disagree with you about polarized light. I am also an avid photographer and have been published so I know a bit about lighting. When you look at the sky the light is hitting you direct and by using a polarizer you are deflecting that light, same as if you were in the snow or fishing. I used a polarizing filter a lot for a more dramatic effect with sky and clouds and a red filter if using B&W film. The other thing that you want is to have your glasses get rid of UVA and UVB as that's what will really damage your eyes. If you go to the zurich page he has a good explanation on how his works and why he developed them.
From the Zurich website:
Are Zurichs polarized?
No. They are better! Zurichs will cut glare off the water so you can see fish, objects, and debris in the water just like polarized lens. In addition, Zurich will block glare in direct sunlight better than a polarized lens. Polarized lenses only work on reflective surfaces. Zurichs block both reflective and direct sun glare. Polarized glasses don't have Zurich's exclusive contour design that eliminates glare coming in from the sides, top, and bottom.
Polarized lenses will block or distort (by screening out image content) visual clues, making it difficult to read most electronic screens or scopes. Zurich sunglasses will not block or distort the vision on instrument panels, digital readouts, and LED screens; you'll see clearly.