Hoya 77mm Infrared R72 Screw in Filter

I use on a converted Canon 1200D with just a standard kit lens. Delivers great results and whilst other photographers are hiding from the harsh midday sun, IR photographers can produce some amazing images.The images will come out of the camera red so will need to be edited in post processing to get the classic IR look and feel (I use Lightroom, there are plenty of tutorials on Youtube).If using on an unconverted camera it acts similar to an ND filter so a tripod and long exposure times will be needed to get the best results.

The filter filters out light below a wavelength of 720nm. It's great for having a go at Infra Red photography, and has worked very well on my Canon Eos-M camera. As others have said, you need to use a tripod as the exposures are long - I've varied between 5 and 30 seconds depending on light, aperture, and ISO.As my camera won't focus due to the image being too dark, it's been a case of framing the photo with the camera on a tripod, manually focussing, then carefully attaching the filter and taking the shot.You need to read up on the web about how to process the images for best results, but the filter is definitely very good, and allows some sharp pictures. Do a search on "Infrared" on photography forums like Talk Photography.Another forum member reported that they tried a cheaper filter and had major issues with uneven exposure across the frame, but when they bought the Hoya filter this completely resolved the issue.I've always tended to use Hoya filters and as ever, this one doesn't disappoint.

Well to start off this Hoya R72 52mm is being used on my Nikon D7000 with a Nikkor f/1.8 35mm prime lens.The camera I'm using is rumoured on the internet to be one of worst for infrared photography with an IR filter due to it's modern IR blocking internal filter. I have to say this is largely a myth, whilst not as good as some images I've seen from converted cameras such as Nikon D70s ; my current combination has provided some very pleasing results.Feel free to view my Flickr to look at some examples, [...]This is a great filter that will satisfy all who have an interest in slightly abstract photography and all black and white enthusiasts - but I have found IR photography is really all about experimentation so just buy this reasonably priced filter and get trying things out!You will need to be using a tripod and remote shutter release with these filter and are only really usable on bright sunny days as it blocks so much light.The filter comes in a sturdy plastic box with foam inside to protect from scratching and was delivered promptly by post (Royal Mail) in a JiffyBag.

Works perfect for long exposure

This a well made, good quality infrared filter. It looks virtually black when you look through it. In order to use the filter you need to:- mount the camera on a sturdy tripod;- focus on the subject;- put the filter on the lens;- switch off autofocus .. if you leave autofocus switched on the camera may start hunting when you press the shutter release;- switch off any vibration reduction / image stabilisation system on the lens or camera .. they introduce movement when the camera is mounted on a tripod;- try a test exposure - when shooting at f16 and ISO 100 I start with a 180 second exposure .. if you try ISO 400 then an equivalent time would be 45 seconds- activate the shutter release using a cable release or the camera's self- timer mode to prevent moving the camera.- check the image on the back of the camera and if necessary try other exposure times. When trying other exposures it's worth bearing in mind that if the image on the back of the camera is too dark and you double the exposure time you are only increasing the exposure by one stop.Straight out of the camera the image will just be red and to get an interesting picture you'll have to manipulate it in Photoshop or GIMP or your image editor of choice. There are loads of web sites that will show you how to do this - just google "infrared photography tutorials"

This works brilliantly with my IR Converted Sony NEX 5N - (49mm version of the filter).The camera has had its IR filter removed professionally.As others have said, this appears to be almost totally dark when peering through it.Stick it on the converted camera and it's transparent to IR!No long exposures with a converted camera! No need for a tripod.Fantastic results, with even exposure edge to edge.Do a custom WB with your converted camera on a neutral grey with the filter in place and off you go - shooting hand-held with great results.It's worth paying the price for the Hoya name - fantastic filter manufacturer.Really pleased with this purchase.

Used to get an infer-red effect images, suggest a tripod is used also will have to convert to black and white.Works well and is a cheap way of doing infer-red, it maybe a good idea to google on how to do it before you commit/buy.

I do love the results with this filter be sure to have the right lens as you get white spots if notover all i'm happy with it, I do wish they were much cheaper

Several years ago, to try Infrared Photography, I bought a cheap ($20) filter that was sold as a 720NM IR filter. It never gave me the results I was looking for, so I put it away.After purchasing the G1X used last year, I decided to try that cheap filter again. The results were the same a before, nothing more than a red filter over the camera. After watching Rob Shey's video on shooting IR with any camera, he listed several high-quality filters to use, with the Hoya 720nm being the one he was using in the video. I decided to spring for the $50 and try this Hoya filter. I was amazed by the difference it made. Now, I was getting the results I was looking for. B&W images with white foliage. Bingo, you do get what you pay for.

Works well. Happy to find this size IR Filter.

Buena calidad. Se siente sólido, llegó rápido y filtra muy bien.

Hoyas are expensive but results are great. Images are crisp and sharp unlike cheaper IR filter I tried before

A great piece of ND Red Glass. This is a high quality filter