tonybear

Hey Hoggers,
I'm considering modifying a Sony RX-100 bridge camera for IR shooting, like from a company like LifePixel. I was also considering buying a used model RX-100 from KEH to have the mod performed. I already asked LifePixel if the conversion for the RX-100 models was similar, and they said yes. So I have a question to ask those of you who may be using the RX-100 for standard photography, or may have actually had the camera modified for IR photography: What are the big differences between the current model (RX-100 Mod 6 or 7) and previous versions, which would probably be more affordable, if I bought the camera used?
Thanks,
Tony

jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY

I've had several RX100, but I think I stopped at Model 5. From what I recall, each model gave a little and took a little. Oh, and each new model was more expensive.

https://mirrorlesscomparison.com/preview/sony-rx100-vi-vs-rx100-vii/
https://www.imaging-resource.com/cameras/sony/rx100-vi/vs/sony/rx100-vii/
https://cameradecision.com/compare/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-RX100-VII-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-RX100-VI
https://www.trustedreviews.com/news/sony-rx100-vii-vs-rx100-vi-3924752

YouTube -
https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=sony+rx100+6+vs+sony+rx100+7

hpucker99 Loc: Anchorage, Alaska

Just get the earliest model RX-100 that LifePixel can convert. You will save money and you might out IR isn't your cup of tea.

jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY

Since it will be for shooting IR, the more expensive later models probably wouldn't offer significant advantages.

dpullum Loc: Tampa Florida

Modify to full spectra. The camera can take a firm hook-on [not magnetic] adapter and take 52mm IR filters.

Full spectra opens a full world...
https://kolarivision.com/articles/choosing-a-infrared-filter/

jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY

I'm glad you mentioned that. The companies that do the conversions offer several different filters. Of course, processing the images leaves you a tremendous amount of leeway to get the results you want.

https://photographylife.com/how-to-process-infrared-photographs
http://photography.tutsplus.com/tutorials/an-in-depth-guide-to-infrared-photography-processing--photo-9540
http://digital-photography-school.com/5-creative-ways-to-process-infrared-photographs-in-photoshop/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fOmq6VwvPY8
http://infrared-photography.freeforums.net/
http://www.lifepixel.com/
http://www.kolarivision.com/
http://lightroom-blog.com/2015/05/26/creating-false-color-infrared-in-lightroom/

Hot spots -
https://kolarivision.com/articles/lens-hotspot-list/