INFRARED PHOTOGRAPHY ASIA

Output: Infrared Filters vs. Converted IR Camera

Here are some images taken with a converted camera, compared to ones using a filter.  Please take note that these photos are very subjective and may have varying output.  We included these here for purposes of comparison.



The first image: Converted Camera Nikon D70

Nikon D70, 18-55 Kitlens @18mm., f/7.1, 1/800 sec., ISO 400, +0.3 step

The second image: Unconverted Nikon D90 

Nikon D90, 18-55 Kitlens @18mm, f/11, 30 secs., ISO 200, Hoya R72 Infrared Filter

Third image: Converted Camera Nikon D70 

Nikon D70, 18-55 Kitlens @18mm, f/7.1, 1/1600 sec., ISO 400

Fourth image: this is how it may look with a filter. Unconverted Nikon D90 

Nikon D90, 18-55 Kitlens @18mm, f/8, 30 secs., ISO 200, Hoya R72 Infrared Filter

Converted infrared cameras are best for travel where time to set up a tripod and waiting for exposure is almost impossible. The use of infrared filters brings out dynamism with streaking clouds and moving foliage due to the longer exposure. Each system has its own strength and weaknesses and works best for particular situations.