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Nikon D80IR

PostPosted: Sat May 28, 2011 11:07 pm
by aim54x
This is not a first image, but images from my first session with this newly converted camera.

I purchased this camera as a Nikon T2 (aka factory second) a while ago, but only recently managed to get it converted. I have opted for a "plane Jane" 720nm IR conversion so I can have the best of both the false colour and deep BW worlds.

I spent the day playing with this camera trying to get a handle on IR shooting, so these are not the best images. :oops:

Straight out of camera (Auto WB)
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False colour (using a Custom Preset WB)
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Deep BW (using Custom Preset WB)
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Re: Nikon D80IR

PostPosted: Sun May 29, 2011 1:04 am
by tommyg
I like the second one, maybe a panoramic crop with some off top and bottom improves the image? btw, how expensive was it to get an IR conversion done? Have been thinking of trying one out :)

Re: Nikon D80IR

PostPosted: Sun May 29, 2011 9:48 am
by CraigVTR
Great effect. I really like the tones of the last shot.

Re: Nikon D80IR

PostPosted: Sun May 29, 2011 11:31 am
by surenj
Nice one Cameron!

Did the IR guys do a custom preset WB for you or did you have to DIY?

The last image is hard to pick as an IR.

Re: Nikon D80IR

PostPosted: Sun May 29, 2011 2:11 pm
by aim54x
tommyg wrote:I like the second one, maybe a panoramic crop with some off top and bottom improves the image? btw, how expensive was it to get an IR conversion done? Have been thinking of trying one out :)


Thanks Tommy. I will have a play with Panoramic crops with this image when I get home.

I got my D80 converted through work (mates rates from a tech) but Camera Clinic in Melbourne converted Rooz's D60IR and they charge roughly $500 for SLR's, which in my research into the matter seems to be the going rate everywhere. I am asking the technician that did my conversion if he is willing to do more conversions and to get a price for people though.

CraigVTR wrote:Great effect. I really like the tones of the last shot.


Thanks Craig...there is something very nice about B&W IR

surenj wrote:Nice one Cameron!

Did the IR guys do a custom preset WB for you or did you have to DIY?

The last image is hard to pick as an IR.


Suren, performing a custom preset WB for the camera is the same as always, except you shoot at a patch of green grass. I had to do my own, but I wouldnt complain about that, it only takes a few seconds. I am very grateful for the AF adjustment though.

Re: Nikon D80IR

PostPosted: Sun May 29, 2011 7:11 pm
by surenj
Thanks Cameron for the info.

Re: Nikon D80IR

PostPosted: Sun May 29, 2011 11:51 pm
by aim54x
surenj wrote:Thanks Cameron for the info.


Any time!

Re: Nikon D80IR

PostPosted: Mon May 30, 2011 12:18 am
by dervish16
Great images Cameron. Love #2 the most.

Re: Nikon D80IR

PostPosted: Mon May 30, 2011 10:55 am
by biggerry
nice stuff cameron - i expect more crazy looking shots shortly!

Re: Nikon D80IR

PostPosted: Mon May 30, 2011 2:10 pm
by Remorhaz
surenj wrote:The last image is hard to pick as an IR.


Can't see her eyes :)

Re: Nikon D80IR

PostPosted: Mon May 30, 2011 3:54 pm
by aim54x
Remorhaz wrote:
surenj wrote:The last image is hard to pick as an IR.


Can't see her eyes :)


Yes....that is unfortunate...I will probably have to try with a sitter next time!

biggerry wrote:nice stuff cameron - i expect more crazy looking shots shortly!


There will be plenty to come. I am going to enjoy this camera. The only problem is that you do want to be able to shoot some visible light but miss the chance if you dont carry another camera body.

Re: Nikon D80IR

PostPosted: Mon May 30, 2011 5:30 pm
by Remorhaz
aim54x wrote:
Remorhaz wrote:
surenj wrote:The last image is hard to pick as an IR.


Can't see her eyes :)


Yes....that is unfortunate...I will probably have to try with a sitter next time!


No I was being tongue and cheek with Suren :) - I meant that apparently peoples eyes turn into devil eyes with IR - i.e. it would have been easier to pick as an IR if it included her eyes :)

Re: Nikon D80IR

PostPosted: Mon May 30, 2011 5:36 pm
by surenj
Remorhaz wrote:No I was being tongue and cheek with Suren - I meant that apparently peoples eyes turn into devil eyes with IR - i.e. it would have been easier to pick as an IR if it included her eyes

Ah. That would make it pretty tricky to do portraits with this body!

Re: Nikon D80IR

PostPosted: Mon May 30, 2011 10:12 pm
by aim54x
Guess what!! Suren, Rodney you both have just volunteered to be sitters!! :twisted: