Digital Infrared Conversion Sample Images

With our digital infrared camera conversion service we offer 3 IR filter choices:

Standard IR (equivalent to Hoya R72 / Kodak Wratten 89b / 720nm) - A great all around filter choice. Color infrared is possible although not as saturated as our Enhanced filter and only the blue sky effect is possible. Black & white IR photography looks great with good tonal range.

Enhanced Color IR (equivalent to 665nm) - Allows more color to pass and is especially suited for color IR work with great saturation and color range. BW also looks quite good although with a bit less contrast without adjustments.

Deep BW IR (equivalent to Kodak Wratten 87c / 830nm). Best for black and white infrared photography with best contrast and tonal range. Skies look darker and foliage looks brighter than other filters. Color IR is not possible in most conditions. *Some cameras do require very thin filters that do have a little visible light leakage.

For further information on our filters and how they perform in different cameras please visit the FAQ page.

Comparison of all 3 IR filters shot seconds apart with Nikon D70 cameras* with the custom white balance set on green grass.
*Results may vary with different camera models & lighting conditions.

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Normal camera image

 

Standard Color IR Filter Image
Straight out of camera - no adjustments

 

Standard Color IR Filter Image
Red to blue sky Photoshop adjusted

 

Standard Color IR Filter Image
Converted to BW infrared in Photoshop

 

 

Enhanced Color IR Filter Image
Straight out of camera - no adjustments

 

Enhanced Color IR Filter Image
Red to blue sky Photoshop adjusted

 

Enhanced Color IR Filter Image
Converted to BW infrared in Photoshop

 

 
Since the image is captured as BW infrared straight out of the camera there is no need to manipulate in photoshop unless you want to fine tune the BW look.

Deep BW IR Filter Image
Straight out of camera - no adjustments

 

The advantage of a clear full spectrum conversion is the ability to change filters in front of the lens. You can shoot UV, visible, IR and everything in between depending on the filter you use. So you can achieve all of the above images and more, with appropriate filters.

The disadvantage is also the fact that you have to use filters in front of the lens and since IR filters are opaque black the viewfinder will be blocked making it harder to compose, meter and focus.

This conversion is mainly used in special applications photography like forensics, astronomy, medical, etc.

Full Spectrum Clear Filter
Shot without any filters in front of lens

 

 

Some more comparison sample images shot with our Standard Color IR Filter.

 
Regular visible light image
B & W digital infrared image
Color digital infrared image
 
Regular visible light image
B & W digital infrared image
Color digital infrared image
Regular visible light image
B & W digital infrared image
Color digital infrared image
Regular visible light image
B & W digital infrared image
Color digital infrared image
 
 


Rebel XT full resolution IR sample image can be downloaded here