Infrared Technique

[MassJester]

I was struck by an image posted by We-Luv-Disney. I've seen pictures in this style posted before, but am wondering how they are accomplished. Anyone know?

Another Infrared photo for today....

 

[Gdad]

I know they have IR conversions for many digital cameras- I have considered converting one of mine. Here is a website with some info...

http://www.lifepixel.com/IR.htm

 

[DVC Jen]

I know they have IR conversions for many digital cameras- I have considered converting one of mine. Here is a website with some info...

http://www.lifepixel.com/IR.htm

that is exactly what i want to do with my XTi - if and or when I upgrade my 30D - and have it as my backup instead of the XTi.

 

[brack]

I was struck by an image posted by We-Luv-Disney. I've seen pictures in this style posted before, but am wondering how they are accomplished. Anyone know?

There are filters (such as the Hoya R72) that can produce a similiar effect with some post editing. Do a Google search for infared filter photography.

 

[MassJester]

There are filters (such as the Hoya R72) that can produce a similiar effect with some post editing. Do a Google search for infared filter photography.

Thank you, I will. I was not excited about the idea of modifying the camera.

 

[JCTurner]

I took this in December with an unmodified Canon 40D and Hoya R72 filter on the 18-55mm

I think it came out ok ?

Cheers

J

 

[We-Luv-Disney]

I was struck by an image posted by We-Luv-Disney. I've seen pictures in this style posted before, but am wondering how they are accomplished. Anyone know?

You have to use a Infrared filter. Any camera will do, but with most you will have to use a very slow shutter speed, unless you get a modified camera or use a camera with a built in Infrared mode. I personally use a small Sony point and shot camera that has the nightshot feature. Nightshot removes the IR filter from the sensor making the camera extra sensitive to the IR spectrum. Straight out of the camera that image was a pale green color, I think I used a B+W IR action for it, but its been a while so I dont remember.

 

[PhotobearSam]

How do you attach an infrared filter to a Point and Shoot? I have a Canon a40 that I could use and a Canon S5IS...I am really wanting t do this.

I am buying a Canon 40D in May. I hope I can do it with the 40D as well.

Your images are beautiful.

 

[MassJester]

I took this in December with an unmodified Canon 40D and Hoya R72 filter on the 18-55mm

I think it came out ok ?

Cheers

J

Great result, but expensive filter. The 77mm is selling for $280ish on B&H.

I'm still smarting from the 100mm-400mm purchase...

 

[Groucho]

I came very close to getting an infrared filter recently, and finally decided to skip it for now and got a neutral density filter instead. (Totally different application, but still satisfied the "new toy" urge. )

It sounds like, to get the best results without modifying your camera, it's like shooting a photo at night - you'll want a tripod, and metering and focusing will also be tricky (the latter especially, since you won't be able to see through the viewfinder! This is where a point-n-shoot or DSLR with live view will have an advantage.)

If you do want a filter, I'd recommend checking out eBay - I've bought a couple filters now from Spotlight Photo (slphotogear), they have very good prices on Hoya (and other) filters and $3 shipping, and they ship very quickly. There were also some no-name infrared filters - I'd almost be willing to try one of those, if I was just dabbling with infrared.

 

[TinksDH]

How do you attach an infrared filter to a Point and Shoot? I have a Canon a40 that I could use and a Canon S5IS...I am really wanting t do this.

You need to use a lens adapter, which is a piece of machined metal or plastic that attaches to the front of your camera (usually after removing a bezel or "beauty ring") which is threaded in order to accept filters or other lenses. I have one for my Canon A80 that I got online at a place called Lensmate Online.

http://www.lensmateonline.com/

It appears that they have adapters for both your A40 as well as your S5IS. I have been very satisfied with mine. I use it for attaching a wide angle, a telephoto, macro lenses and filters.

 

[MassJester]

I came very close to getting an infrared filter recently, and finally decided to skip it for now and got a neutral density filter instead. (Totally different application, but still satisfied the "new toy" urge. )

It sounds like, to get the best results without modifying your camera, it's like shooting a photo at night - you'll want a tripod, and metering and focusing will also be tricky (the latter especially, since you won't be able to see through the viewfinder! This is where a point-n-shoot or DSLR with live view will have an advantage.)

If you do want a filter, I'd recommend checking out eBay - I've bought a couple filters now from Spotlight Photo (slphotogear), they have very good prices on Hoya (and other) filters and $3 shipping, and they ship very quickly. There were also some no-name infrared filters - I'd almost be willing to try one of those, if I was just dabbling with infrared.

Nice call.

I grabbed the Tiffen 87 Infrared filter for failry short dollars. I'll give it a shot.