Use a hood though, to cut down on flare and increase contrast.
The filter you are currently using is causing flare. You either need a bigger hood, or change the position you are shooting.
I am not a pro photographer, not even a semi good, But Im very curious about getting a few Filters for my lenses, Can some one recommend a good filter of 58mm diameter, for a 18-35 canon lens for all variety of shooting, day time night, dusk, landscapes, people animals act...
I just bought a neutral density .6 filter, so far Im impressed with the way sky/landscape pictures come out. But I also noticed more glare from the sun that I didnt have before, Even with using a small hood
Thanks for any help.

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