IR images with D7

[vladi]

I would like to ask for a piece of advice. I saw many nice IR photos in this forum and I now I would like to try myself the take some IR photos. However, I do not have a clue what would be the best (optimal) IR filter for D7 and where I could buy it in The Netherlands. Maybe you could advise me, too, what other accessories I would need and give some tips.

Thanks,
Vladimir

 

[andrew turner]

Hi Vladmir -

I use the Hoya R72; I don't know if it's available where you are (though it probably is) and I haven't tried any others.

That's the only piece of special equipment you need!

A tripod is definitely recommended, though, and image processing software of some type like Photoshop or Corel Photo Paint.

Good luck,
Andrew

I would like to ask for a piece of advice. I saw many nice IR
photos in this forum and I now I would like to try myself the take
some IR photos. However, I do not have a clue what would be the
best (optimal) IR filter for D7 and where I could buy it in The
Netherlands. Maybe you could advise me, too, what other accessories
I would need and give some tips.

Thanks,
Vladimir

 

[vladi]

It seems difficult to find an IR filter around. Maybe somebody can suggest me a good place to buy an IR filter.

Hi Vladmir -

I use the Hoya R72; I don't know if it's available where you are
(though it probably is) and I haven't tried any others.

 

[Melanie Kipp]

try this online store.

http://www.2filter.com .

Please visit me at:
http://www.caughtintimephotography.com

 

[Melanie Kipp]

Go to "Product Catalog" and click on Hoya Filters.

try this online store.

http://www.2filter.com .

Please visit me at:
http://www.caughtintimephotography.com

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Please visit me at:
http://www.caughtintimephotography.com

 

[PeteGanzel]

Andrew and Melanie said it all. The R72 works really well with the D-7. Its cool freaking out your friends, being able to "see" through a "black" filter in the EVF :>

In a pinch, you may be able to find a dark green (G) and a dark red (25) on closeout (these were used in B&W film photography, most stores had them). Combine them and you eliminate most visible light. Someone in the Netherlands must sell an IR filter though.

Good Luck,

Pete

Hi Vladmir -

I use the Hoya R72; I don't know if it's available where you are
(though it probably is) and I haven't tried any others.

 

[vladi]

Andrew, Melanie, PeteGanzel thank you very much your helpful recommendations.

Should I take 49mm Hoya R72 filter or with larger diameter and a step ring?
Shall I have vignetting from a 49mm filter?

Thanks again

In a pinch, you may be able to find a dark green (G) and a dark
red (25) on closeout (these were used in B&W film photography, most
stores had them). Combine them and you eliminate most visible
light. Someone in the Netherlands must sell an IR filter though.

Good Luck,

Pete

Hi Vladmir -

I use the Hoya R72; I don't know if it's available where you are
(though it probably is) and I haven't tried any others.

 

[andrew turner]

I do get a little vignetting from the 49mm filter; I think it's not because of the physical filter being seen, but rather the natural vignetting that occurs because of the way the filter works.

I bought step-up rings originally, but they could be seen in the photos, so it wasn't worth it. You may be able to find step-up rings which have the physical properties needed so as not to be visible in the corners of the image, but I wouldn't know which ones.

Andrew

Should I take 49mm Hoya R72 filter or with larger diameter and a
step ring?
Shall I have vignetting from a 49mm filter?

Thanks again

In a pinch, you may be able to find a dark green (G) and a dark
red (25) on closeout (these were used in B&W film photography, most
stores had them). Combine them and you eliminate most visible
light. Someone in the Netherlands must sell an IR filter though.

Good Luck,

Pete

Hi Vladmir -

I use the Hoya R72; I don't know if it's available where you are
(though it probably is) and I haven't tried any others.

 

[vladi]

Thank you Andrew for you fast reply. I was trying to find a store in The Netherlands (even on the net) where I could buy Hoya R72 filter, but it seems it is imported and you can buy it if you order it. I think it will go much faster (and maybe cheaper) if I order it myself (thanks for the link!).

It is indeed pity, that there is a little bit vagnetting, but if it is not not difficult for you could you post an image, as an example?

Since I am going to order R72 filter I wonder if it is a good idea to take also ND (neutral density filter, again from Hoya). I am thinking about ND4. I can also choose ND2 and ND8, but I do not know what would be the best. Of course, any opinion will be welcome.

I do get a little vignetting from the 49mm filter; I think it's not
because of the physical filter being seen, but rather the natural
vignetting that occurs because of the way the filter works.

I bought step-up rings originally, but they could be seen in the
photos, so it wasn't worth it. You may be able to find step-up
rings which have the physical properties needed so as not to be
visible in the corners of the image, but I wouldn't know which ones.

Andrew

 

[Dat Ei]

PeteGanzel wrote:
Hey Pete,

gere is the address of Hoya in the Netherlands. Perhaps you can call them.

HOYA LENS NEDERLAND B.V.
Amsterdamseweg 27,1442 AC
Uithoorn, P.O.Box 535 1420 CA Uithoorn,
The Netherlands
TEL:0297-51422

Dat Ei

 

[vladi]

Thanks Dat Ei for the address and the phone number. I found also this info on the net yesterday, but I think it is not anymore valid. I called the number but I got a signal, which you get when you call already an unexisting or wrong number.

PeteGanzel wrote:

Hey Pete,

gere is the address of Hoya in the Netherlands. Perhaps you can
call them.

HOYA LENS NEDERLAND B.V.
Amsterdamseweg 27,1442 AC
Uithoorn, P.O.Box 535 1420 CA Uithoorn,
The Netherlands
TEL:0297-51422

Dat Ei

 

[Dat Ei]

Hey Vladi,

perhaps you try your luck with the british office of Hoya. Maybe they can help you to find a dutch dealer.

Sally Stewart
Customer Service Manager
Hoya Lens UK Ltd, Industrial Estate
Wrexham, LL13 9UA
Phone: 0845 3300984
Fax: 0845 3300980
E-mail:[email protected]

Lisa Coleman
Customer Service Co -Ordinator
Hoya Lens UK Ltd (London Branch)
177 Long Lane, Southwark,
London, SE1 4PN
Phon: 0845 3300980
Fax: 0207 940 1661
E-mail: [email protected]

Dat Ei

 

[vladi]

Thanks Dat Ei,

I have just sent them an email and I will wait for their answer. I hope they could sell me the filter or point me to a dealer in The Netherlands

Hey Vladi,

perhaps you try your luck with the british office of Hoya. Maybe
they can help you to find a dutch dealer.

Sally Stewart
Customer Service Manager
Hoya Lens UK Ltd, Industrial Estate
Wrexham, LL13 9UA
Phone: 0845 3300984
Fax: 0845 3300980
E-mail:[email protected]

Lisa Coleman
Customer Service Co -Ordinator
Hoya Lens UK Ltd (London Branch)
177 Long Lane, Southwark,
London, SE1 4PN
Phon: 0845 3300980
Fax: 0207 940 1661
E-mail: [email protected]

Dat Ei

 

[andrew turner]

Glad I can help!

Here are a few examples. As you can see, the vignetting isn't too bad.

http://www.turnerdesign.net/ir/

Cheers!

Andrew

It is indeed pity, that there is a little bit vagnetting, but if it
is not not difficult for you could you post an image, as an example?

Since I am going to order R72 filter I wonder if it is a good idea
to take also ND (neutral density filter, again from Hoya). I am
thinking about ND4. I can also choose ND2 and ND8, but I do not
know what would be the best. Of course, any opinion will be welcome.

I do get a little vignetting from the 49mm filter; I think it's not
because of the physical filter being seen, but rather the natural
vignetting that occurs because of the way the filter works.

I bought step-up rings originally, but they could be seen in the
photos, so it wasn't worth it. You may be able to find step-up
rings which have the physical properties needed so as not to be
visible in the corners of the image, but I wouldn't know which ones.

Andrew

 

[vladi]

Thank you Andre,

I hardly can see any vignetting in your photos. I liked a lot the blossoms:

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Beautiful images!

Here are a few examples. As you can see, the vignetting isn't too bad.

http://www.turnerdesign.net/ir/

Cheers!

Andrew

It is indeed pity, that there is a little bit vagnetting, but if it
is not not difficult for you could you post an image, as an example?

Since I am going to order R72 filter I wonder if it is a good idea
to take also ND (neutral density filter, again from Hoya). I am
thinking about ND4. I can also choose ND2 and ND8, but I do not
know what would be the best. Of course, any opinion will be welcome.

I do get a little vignetting from the 49mm filter; I think it's not
because of the physical filter being seen, but rather the natural
vignetting that occurs because of the way the filter works.

I bought step-up rings originally, but they could be seen in the
photos, so it wasn't worth it. You may be able to find step-up
rings which have the physical properties needed so as not to be
visible in the corners of the image, but I wouldn't know which ones.

Andrew

 

[Felipe Rodríguez]

I live in Spain, where it isn't easy to find IR filters or, if you find them, their price is high. So I bought my beloved Hoya IR72 at http://www.camerafilters.com/

They serve to Europe (very few American on-line shops do that), and their prices (and shipment costs) are very good. If you need some other filters or adapter rings, etc, the shipping cost will not be very noticeable.
Regards!

Hi Vladmir -

I use the Hoya R72; I don't know if it's available where you are
(though it probably is) and I haven't tried any others.

 

[Felipe Rodríguez]

BTW, you can see my own IR work here http://www.photosig.com/userphotos.php?portfolioId=8904

Hi Vladmir -

I use the Hoya R72; I don't know if it's available where you are
(though it probably is) and I haven't tried any others.

 

[George Eliott]

Had a look at some of your IR shots on photosig and they are really nice. Wish we got some sun aound here so I could try a few myself. Its usually too dull and windy here to get anything decent with an IR filter.

Hi Vladmir -

I use the Hoya R72; I don't know if it's available where you are
(though it probably is) and I haven't tried any others.

 

[Felipe Rodríguez]

Many thanks for your kind comments, George.

Yes, here we have a lot of sun. The better time for IR shooting is around noon. But it is also very very hot then. People look at me, shooting with 40º C, and they look as thinking "another nuts or another guiri" (guiri is the colloquial word for foreigner)