Mom of 2 Loc: North Carolina

Wondered if any of you guys have used or know much about infrared filters? I have seen some listed on amazon and they looked interesting. Thanks for any advice!

Leitz Loc: Solms

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Mom of 2 Loc: North Carolina

Please accept my apology for my ignorance! I have edited my post.

Peterff Loc: O'er The Hills and Far Away, in Themyscira.

Try searching for Infrared: http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/search-topic-list?q=infrared&sectnum=0&username=

There has been much discussion.

Mom of 2 Loc: North Carolina

I will. Thank you so much!

Leitz Loc: Solms

I updated mine, as well!

Mom of 2 Loc: North Carolina

Thanks again! I have just glanced over it but looks like I am finding what I need!

Peterff Loc: O'er The Hills and Far Away, in Themyscira.

Glad it is useful. I haven't played much with it, and don't have a modified sensor, but the Hoya R-72 filter seems to be effective. Using custom white balance seems to help.

Leicaflex Loc: Cymru

I use a Kodak Wratten glass filter number 87 uncoated.
Storage in humid environments can cause the filters to cloud.
Do not exceed temperatures beyond 50°C for extended periods of time.

dpullum Loc: Tampa Florida

Peterff is right on. Except at first one should test the camera to see if it is sensitive using the IR of TV control is classic. Instead of buying a Hoya which is expensive, perhaps a China low cost will do the job of giving you that IR effect and allow you to see if you are addicted to the unseen world. The best filter range is in the 700s (typically 720nm or 750nm)... 600s are too visible... 800s OK but dark.. in the 900nm range... well just leave the lens cap on!! My G2 allows for external screw on filters.

If really tempted to get a converted camera... man-up and convert a Canon G2 (Google Convert Canon G to IR... many Gs listed) by replacing the "hot mirror"** with glass. There is lots of pictorial how2 info on the net. I converted one, now some place on some shelf in some bag... novelty fades. If you do convert one use "Locktite glass glue" that is never mentioned and to get the right thickness sandwiching is needed.

**Hot mirror is the just before the sensor filter that reflects IR back out the lens.

Leicaflex mentions "uncoated" In my readings it was stated that coating would not be advisable for IR.

sueyeisert Loc: New Jersey

If you are interested in IR, i suggest you look at two sites Kolarivision.com and Lifepixel.com. Both companies convert cameras to IR and have a wealth of information.

Carl D Loc: Albemarle, NC.

I had LifePixel convert my Sony A7 to full spectrum IR and have all 5 filters that will give me the light filtering I'm looking for. The main thing is to set WB each time you shoot.

dpullum Loc: Tampa Florida

Which 5 filters do you have? Which do you find to be your favorite? Mine is the 720 nm.

How do we best adjust our WBalance for IR shooting? I have just always left mine on Auto and then used Topaz B&W to de-saturated away the redish shade.

Carl D Loc: Albemarle, NC.

Since I use full spectrum conversion I can can cover the entire range that LifePixel offers: 590-830nm in 5 different filters.

Carl D Loc: Albemarle, NC.

You cannot use auto balance, you must make a custom WB by shooting the green grass in front of you, green is the most prevalent color. Then make your shots. In PP swap your red and blue channels i.e.: on red channel- make red "0" and blue "100" then on blue channel- make red "100" and blue "0". Then you can continue your editing as usual.