I zoom on the object because the reflection will never be sharp

It all depends on the scene, reflection, and subject – which one stands out to you as the most important element? This article might give you more tips/ideas as well: https://photojeepers.com/reflection-photography-ideas-tips/

Dave always uses the matrix metering for reflections. The aperture depends on how much light and depth of field you want. He generally shoots with smaller apertures like 11 to 16 for reflections.

Thanks in advanced 🙂

I rarely use filters. I do on occasion use a circular polarizer if shooting during the day in bright sunlight, and I will use a neutral density filter when shooting moving water to assist in capturing blur effects.
When I shoot reflections photos it is always during the golden hour for the soft light and because I have found water reflections to be more clear during those early and late hours. Let me know if you have any other questions. -Dave

Thank you – photographing reflections is so fun and rewarding!