Infrared Lens Database A common challenge for infrared photography is selecting lenses free from hot spots. Some resources list many lenses, some cover only specific lens mounts, some offer detailed descriptions, and some offer test shots. Finding everything in one place is hard, so I created the Infrared Lens Database. Your raw image contributions made creating profiles for hundreds of cameras possible with the Infrared Profile Pack. Let's do the same for lenses! Let's build the most...
3 months ago • 1 min read
Most Popular Cameras for Infrared Photography Here are the most popular infrared cameras from major brands, including Canon, Fujifilm, Nikon, Olympus, Panasonic, and Sony. I’ll also show the best options across sensor sizes: full-frame, APS-C, Micro Four Thirds, and medium-format. Find out which cameras photographers trust most for infrared photography. Infrared Book International Shipping Available Color Doesn’t Exist is an informative and pleasantly readable guide for the novice but...
3 months ago • 1 min read
Do I need custom profiles for infrared photography? Discover whether you need custom DCP profiles for your infrared photography workflow. I'll explore different scenarios, including shooting JPEG, infrared video, monochrome processing, and various raw editors to help you understand when custom profiles are necessary and not. Raw Editors Whether or not you need custom profiles depends on your raw editor. Check out the Raw Editors for Infrared Photography for more details. Infrared Photography...
4 months ago • 1 min read
Nikon NX Studio for Infrared Photography Can Nikon NX Studio be used to edit infrared images? Based on my experience with raw editors from other camera manufacturers, my expectations were pretty low. I was pleasantly surprised. I don't have any Nikon-converted cameras, so thanks to everyone who submitted Nikon infrared images for this video! Let’s examine how to white balance, swap colors, and add contrast to your infrared images. We’ll also examine some of the challenges of using NX Studio....
5 months ago • 1 min read
DxO PhotoLab 8 for Infrared Photography In this video, I’ll explore DxO PhotoLab 8’s capabilities for infrared photography. Learn to set a white balance, use custom profiles, swap colors, and effectively use LUTs for your infrared images. I’ll also dive into new features like enhanced Tone Curves, real-time Noise Reduction previews, and Hue Range Masks. Learn more about DxO PhotoLab 8. Infrared Book Update The print edition of Color Doesn't Exist: A Practical Guide to Infrared Photography is...
6 months ago • 1 min read
Candy Pink Infrared In this video, you'll learn how to achieve stunning cotton candy-like images straight out of your full-spectrum camera using specific filter combinations. We'll explore the effects of various filters, including the 80A, KB-20, X0, and X1, and how they transform foliage and skies into surreal, vibrant colors, from rich orange hues to dreamy pinks and teals. These filters unlock a new realm of creative possibilities for your infrared photography. Infrared Book Low Inventory...
7 months ago • 1 min read
White Balance Filter for Infrared, ExpoDisc 3 Do you struggle with white balance in infrared photography? This video explores the ExpoDisc 3, a white balance filter, and its effectiveness for infrared shooting. We'll compare results using raw, JPEG, and video formats with various infrared filters, including 550nm, 590nm, 720nm, and IR Chrome. Discover how the ExpoDisc 3 performs in challenging white balance situations and learn when it's most beneficial for infrared photography and...
7 months ago • 1 min read
Luminar Neo for Infrared Photography This video covers using Luminar Neo for Infrared Photography, setting a white balance, and various methods for swapping colors, including using LUTs. Raw Editors for Infrared Photography Get a recap of the raw editors I have reviewed for infrared photography. PRO Infrared LUTs Ideal for infrared video and non-Adobe raw editors, this LUT pack contains 270 LUTs for infrared images and video! Open up the creative possibilities in processing your infrared...
8 months ago • 1 min read
Focus Peaking for Infrared Photography How to use manual focus assist focus peaking to set a focus manually in infrared photography. eBook Update I've published a new version of my eBook, Color Doesn't Exist: A Practical Guide to Infrared Photography. Here is the complete list of changes for each version. You can get more information about the book at colordoesntexist.com. You should have a separate email with a download link if you have already purchased the eBook. Contact me if you don't...
8 months ago • 1 min read