Opteka HD² 37mm R72 720nm Infrared X-Ray IR Filter
From Opteka
Opteka specializes in manufacturing special optical devices for the past several years, would like to take this opportunity to introduce a newly developed product called the "HD² Infrared X-Ray Effect See-Through Multi-Coated Filter". This filter makes it possible for you to see images that are normally invisible to the human eye. It sounds like science-fiction but it isn't; this fantastic new product has been developed using the most highly advanced optical technologies available. This filter will filter out 99% of light seen by the naked eye only allowing infrared light through so that technically the naked eye can see 100% black when the filter is in place. Multi-coating prevents light reflection, ghost light...etc, making images clearer and sharper. On your digital camcorder, turn the "Nightshot" function on - the naked eye cannot pick up the high contrast black, so with the infrared filter and Nightshot combination, for example, it will help you see in the images provided, that we 'accidentally' spilt some permanent ink on this document and the text is now impossible to read. However, when we attached the filter to our Sony 'TR250PK' camcorder, the writing is clearly legible through the ink - thus the x-ray effect! The Opteka IR Filter is also able to see through some types of clothes, for example, thin clothes, tight clothes, sundresses, swimsuits, sunglasses, and so forth. Be aware that this means that you can see a person's body or underwear through the external garment. In other words, this filter allows you to "see through" someone's clothes. You will be amazed with the power if you take the time to experiment and experience its capabilities for yourself. If you already have a digital camcorder with the Nightshot feature and are interested in experimenting with the X-Ray effect, this is by far the least expensive method, giving you the results you are looking for. Just screw on the filter, switch on the 'Night' feature, and you are ready to go!
- Size: 37mm
- Brand: Opteka
- Model: Opt-IR-Xray-37mm
it works great for infrared photography
i used this on my ricoh grd2 for infrared photography. it works just like the hoya r72 and it's cheaper.
Good for the price and works as advertized.
It blocks non infra red and functions as mentioned in the description. I bought it for my Sony HDR-SR11 camcoder and I use it with the night vision mode. I am yet to use it for serious photography or movies.
Completely worthless - don't buy.
I was anxious to get this in the mail because I wanted to enjoy cook infrared effect. Among the effects represented was the ability to "see through" clothing when photographing people. Well I am here to tell you that the filter is so dark that it is almost opaque. If I put this on my camcorder's lens (and I have a very sensitive camcorder) it makes the recorder completely useless. The screen is blacked out. In strong sunlight you can see just barely any image in the monitor. Don't waste your time on this totally worthless item. Does not even deserve one star. Unfortunately I waited too long to open the package after I received it so now I am stuck with this turkey.
