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Author: Matt ClaraMatt Clara Date: Mar 31, 2008 10:28
A friend of mine wrote and asked:
I have recently become interested in infrared photography. I'm using
a Sony Cybershot DSC-H5 with a Hoya R72 IR lens filter (I've attached
a couple of shots just taken in Charlotte).
I am considering buying a dedicated IR digital camera (professionally
converted) in the near future....which would mean no need for tripods
or, I assume, R72 lens filters. Just point and shoot with fast
shutter speeds. I would also think that this means having the
ability of shooting in lower light scenarios since there is no need
for a dark IR lens filter.
My question is: Are you aware of any photographers or artists who
are 'painting with light'...but in the infrared as opposed to the
visible light spectrum? I'm interested in exploring this as a
creative means.
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If anyone could help answer his question as well as dispel any
misconceptions he may be having (about the filter, etc.), I'd be most
appreciative, and I'd forward your responses on to him.
Thanks, and have a fine day.
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Author: nospamnospam Date: Mar 31, 2008 16:06
> A friend of mine wrote and asked:
>
> I have recently become interested in infrared photography. I'm using
> a Sony Cybershot DSC-H5 with a Hoya R72 IR lens filter (I've attached
> a couple of shots...
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Author: JimKramerJimKramer Date: Mar 31, 2008 16:36
On Mar 31, 1:28Â pm, Matt Clara gmail.com> wrote:> A friend of mine wrote and asked:
>
> I have recently become interested in infrared photography. Â I'm using
> a Sony Cybershot DSC-H5 with a Hoya R72 IR lens filter (I've attached
> a couple of shots just taken in Charlotte).
>
> I am considering buying a dedicated IR digital camera (professionally
> converted) in the near future....which would mean no need for tripods
> or, I assume, R72 lens filters. Â Â Just point and shoot with fast
> shutter speeds. Â I would also think that this means having the
> ability of shooting in lower light scenarios since there is no need
> for a dark IR lens filter.
>
> My question is: Â Are you aware of any photographers or artists who
> are 'painting with light'...but in the infrared as opposed to the
> visible light spectrum? Â I'm interested in exploring this as a
> creative means.
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Author: Neil HarringtonNeil Harrington Date: Apr 2, 2008 08:19
>A friend of mine wrote and asked:
>
> I have recently become interested in infrared photography. I'm using
> a Sony Cybershot DSC-H5 with a Hoya R72 IR lens filter (I've attached
> a couple of shots just taken in Charlotte).
>
> I am considering buying a dedicated IR digital camera (professionally
> converted) in the near future....which would mean no need for tripods
> or, I assume, R72 lens filters. Just point and shoot with fast
> shutter speeds. I would also think that this means having the
> ability of shooting in lower light scenarios since there is no need
> for a dark IR lens filter.
To your friend:
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Author: Rat River CemetaryRat River Cemetary Date: Apr 2, 2008 12:11
Neil Harrington wrote:
> Something to consider before going the expensive conversion route might be
> just getting an older digital camera. Some of the older Olympus and Minolta
> models are regarded as ideal for IR work -- a lot of the IR gets through to
> the sensor, and the larger pixel size (lower resolution) is said to help
> also.
Isn't it possible for someone to just create a filter that gives the
same effect in Photoshop? I've only ever done IR photography with a film
camera but am interested in doing it with digtal too.
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Author: jimkramerjimkramer Date: Apr 2, 2008 12:50
"Rat River Cemetary" wrote in message
news:GTQIj.150466$pM4.72569@pd7urf1no...
> Neil Harrington wrote:
>
>> Something to consider before going the expensive conversion route might
>> be just getting an older digital camera. Some of the older Olympus and
>> Minolta models are regarded as ideal for IR work -- a lot of the IR gets
>> through to the sensor, and the larger pixel size (lower resolution) is
>> said to help also.
>
> Isn't it possible for someone to just create a filter that gives the same
> effect in Photoshop? I've only ever done IR photography with a film camera
> but am interested in doing it with digtal too.
Simply put, no. you are capturing light outside of what would normally be
visible to you. The most noticeable effect is that green leafy plants
become milky white. Human skin takes on an odd pallor. The clear blue sky
goes completely black.
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Author: jimkramerjimkramer Date: Apr 2, 2008 13:13
> "Rat River Cemetary" wrote in message
> news:GTQIj.150466$pM4.72569@pd7urf1no...
>> Neil Harrington wrote:
>>
>>> Something to consider before going the expensive conversion route might
>>> be just getting an older digital camera. Some of the older Olympus and
>>> Minolta models are regarded as ideal for IR work -- a lot of the IR gets
>>> through to the sensor, and the larger pixel size (lower resolution) is
>>> said to help also.
>>
>> Isn't it possible for someone to just create a filter that gives the same
>> effect in Photoshop? I've only ever done IR photography with a film
>> camera but am interested in doing it with digtal too.
>
> Simply put, no. you are capturing light outside of what would normally be
> visible to you. The most noticeable effect is that green leafy plants
> become milky white. Human skin takes on an odd pallor. The clear blue
> sky goes completely black. ...
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Author: Alan HoyleAlan Hoyle Date: Apr 2, 2008 14:02
On Wed, 02 Apr 2008 11:19:18, Neil Harrington wrote:
>>A friend of mine wrote and asked:
>>
>> I have recently become interested in infrared photography. I'm using
>> a Sony Cybershot DSC-H5 with a Hoya R72 IR lens filter (I've attached
>> a couple of shots just taken in Charlotte).
>>
>> I am considering buying a dedicated IR digital camera (professionally
>> converted) in the near future....which would mean no need for tripods
>> or, I assume, R72 lens filters. Just point and shoot with fast
>> shutter speeds. I would also think that this means having the
>> ability of shooting in lower light scenarios since there is no need
>> for a dark IR lens filter.
> To your friend:
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Author: frederickfrederick Date: Apr 2, 2008 14:59
Alan Hoyle wrote:
> On Wed, 02 Apr 2008 11:19:18, Neil Harrington wrote:
>
>>> A friend of mine wrote and asked:
>>>
>>> I have recently become interested in infrared photography. I'm using
>>> a Sony Cybershot DSC-H5 with a Hoya R72 IR lens filter (I've attached
>>> a couple of shots just taken in Charlotte).
>>>
>>> I am considering buying a dedicated IR digital camera (professionally
>>> converted) in the near future....which would mean no need for tripods
>>> or, I assume, R72 lens filters. Just point and shoot with fast
>>> shutter speeds. I would also think that this means having the
>>> ability of shooting in lower light scenarios since there is no need
>>> for a dark IR lens filter.
>
>> To your friend:
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Author: Chris SavageChris Savage Date: Apr 2, 2008 15:52
On 2008-04-02, frederick sea.com> wrote:> Another alternative is to replace the low-pass filter with plain glass,
> and use an R-72 on the lens, but that loses use of the viewfinder.
Not if you put the filter on after composing your shot.
--
Chris Savage Kiss me. Or would you rather live in a
Gateshead, UK land where the soap won't lather?
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