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Understanding SOOC in Infrared Photography In infrared photography, the term SOOC —Straight Out of Camera— refers to JPEG images generated directly by the camera without any post-processing. These files are not just raw captures; they are the result of the camera’s internal processing pipeline, where the sensor records data, the image processor interprets it, and…

BODY: a full-spectrum converted camera Starting out in infrared photography is easier than you might think. In fact, if you’ve got a basic Point & Shoot camera lying around, you can already begin experimenting. Sure, having a camera with better resolution, more megapixels, dynamic range, and custom white balance options is great — but those…

What is this Database? The IR Hotspot Lens Database is an essential resource for photographers who rely on infrared (IR) imaging. Hotspots, unwanted bright areas typically caused by internal reflections within lenses, can significantly degrade image quality. Thoughtful and comprehensive testing of lenses using different longpass filters is crucial, as hotspots can manifest across a…

Kolari ir chrome VS. Aliexpress Aerochrome filters: Part 3 In my previous articles, I presented the main technical aspects and a colourimetric analysis of both the the Kolari IR Chrome filter and The Crimson v1.2 (a.k.a. the Aliexpress Aerochrome Filter) Several photographers have inquired about the practical differences between the Kolari IR Chrome filter and…

Kolari ir chrome VS. Aliexpress Aerochrome filters: Part 2 In my previous article, I presented the main technical aspects, similarities and differences between the Kolari IR Chrome filter and the Aliexpress Aerochrome Filter. colorimetric analysis The differences between these two filters reveal two closely matched options in terms of light transmission and colorimetry. However, the…

Kolari Vision IR Chrome vs Aliexpress aerochrome filter: Part I With the rise of digital photography and the increasing popularity of infrared photography among both amateur and professional photographers, the market has seen the introduction of various dedicated filters for full-spectrum cameras. One notable innovation is the Kolari Vision IR Chrome filter. Its release sparked…