Infra Red Photography

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Since researching some classic photographers, I've been inspired by Minor Whites' IR shots and now want to give IR photography a go.
I have a Hoya 72 IR filter and I'm awaiting the arrival of a book I've ordered from Amazon.

It all sounds quite complicated, but I'm dying to give it a go. Does anyone have any good tips or pointers?

I'm practising with focussing and exposure on the D70, but will ultimately be doing it on film. :help:

(and yes, I've read the tutorial on here too ;) )
 
I'm not sure about the Nikon range but some Canon lenses have coatings that make them unsuitable for IR use. The way you find out if by taking an IR shot, if there is a hotspot in the centre on the image it's a problem lens. There will be a list somewhere on the net of suitable lenses if this is the case with the Nikons too.
 
neonpollen said:
Where did you get your filter from ?
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Fleabay :D My 58mm Hoya was only £20, however I wanted one for my wideangle 77mm too which I got from HERE Just waiting for it to arrive now, so I'll let you know if it's any good!
 
Joe T said:
The D70 does IR rather well I understand. I have no idea about film cameras though.
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Well with film cameras you buy infra red film and use a red filter. Good luck getting IR film these days from most shops I would think.
 
mole2k said:
http://www.talkphotography.co.uk/forums/showthread.php?t=16861 I wrote not too long ago on IR photography.
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Yes, I read your tutorial, and very helpful it was too :)

CT said:
Well with film cameras you buy infra red film and use a red filter. Good luck getting IR film these days from most shops I would think.
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I have some Ilford SFX200 to get started with, then it's time to start hunting around for some real IR film :) I got my IR photography book today - it's great. I just want to get out and practice now!
 
What film camera are you going to use? A lot of "modern" film cameras are not wholly suitable for IR as they can fog the film via reflections off the backplate or
that they may have plastic bodies.
This may help http://www.cocam.co.uk/CoCamWS/Infrared/INFRARED.HTM

Once bitten you'll start to "see" in IR as even the mundane/ordinary scene is lifted and will/should really enjoy this side of our craft. Best of luck.
I will either post some more of my efforts to the gallery or one of the online photo bins.
 
Ah yes Cheryl, that's a point - technically you'll find that the F80 is listed as being unsuitable for IR film, as it uses an IR light inside the camera to see when the film has advanced or something.
In practice I've found that I've had about one frame in three rolls that has an odd strip of fogging in the corner. Can't explain why it's so sporadic, but it is something to bear in mind :)

:p at "people" saying I take a while to reply to PM's
I'm forgetful, and I'd like to think busy - although perhaps that's not wholly true.
 
Here's another good info source. http://dpfwiw.com/ir.htm and consider getting one of these http://dpfwiw.com/ir.htm#d7 as a dedicated IR camera, poss best IR bang for £/$ (£100 ish ebay). I'm looking for another just in case my current one packs in. BTW they do eat batteries so a few sets of aa's recommended.

Film is very rewarding but can also be very frustrating, results can be very hit or miss. So many variables to get right, so you don't know what you've got until processed.

Whereas digital is instant and with the dimage 7 you can see instantly check in the viewfinder before you've pressed the shutter button

Here's an ordinary bungalow that's not so now. Replacement window co had recently refirb'd it and wanted something out of the ordinary. Hey presto

th_probsbung.jpg
 
Slipper-one said:
What film camera are you going to use? A lot of "modern" film cameras are not wholly suitable for IR as they can fog the film via reflections off the backplate or
that they may have plastic bodies.
This may help http://www.cocam.co.uk/CoCamWS/Infrared/INFRARED.HTM

Once bitten you'll start to "see" in IR as even the mundane/ordinary scene is lifted and will/should really enjoy this side of our craft. Best of luck.
I will either post some more of my efforts to the gallery or one of the online photo bins.
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As Hoodi points out, I have an F80. I have read some reviews stating that the only fogging noted is on the edge of the film, so the image isn't affected. I also have an FM2 I can use too, so I think I need to try both out and see which gives the best results. (I also have a D70).

As for film v digital, I'd much rather shoot in digital as it's easier (and a lot less expensive). Unfortunately, the A level course I am doing stipulates that it is a film based course, therefore no digital allowed :( My tutor is a stickler for film too!

Thanks for the links :thumbs:
 
A video camera can be avery handy visual IR aid when set to nightshot? and the ir filter in place. Infrared videos.
 
Thanks... am taking note of all this great advice. I've also just bought a great book Clicky which I'm trying to read :)
 
minimeeze said:
As Hoodi points out, I have an F80. I have read some reviews stating that the only fogging noted is on the edge of the film, so the image isn't affected. I also have an FM2 I can use too, so I think I need to try both out and see which gives the best results. (I also have a D70).

As for film v digital, I'd much rather shoot in digital as it's easier (and a lot less expensive). Unfortunately, the A level course I am doing stipulates that it is a film based course, therefore no digital allowed :( My tutor is a stickler for film too!

Thanks for the links :thumbs:
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Tutor addresses students " OK, your IR assignment, got your negs with you so we can scan them in............."
 
Slipper-one said:
Tutor addresses students " OK, your IR assignment, got your negs with you so we can scan them in............."
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:lol: :lol: I think we get to play in photoshop in the 2nd year of the course (I'm not even half way through the first year yet!). At the mo, it's all film, analogue and darkroom stuff. It would be so much cheaper to shoot everything on digital as I already have loads of CF cards :cuckoo:
 
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