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Tiffen W82IR 82mm T1 Infrared Camera Lens Filter

Name: Tiffen W82IR 82mm T1 Infrared Camera Lens Filter
Brand: Tiffen
SKU: W82IR

Capture Pure Images with Precision Infrared FiltrationThe Tiffen 82mm T1 Infrared Filter is expertly crafted to control infrared contamination in digital photography. Engineered for use with high-end cameras, this filter ensures accurate color reproduction by blocking unwanted IR light. Utilizing...

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Overview

Capture Pure Images with Precision Infrared Filtration

The Tiffen 82mm T1 Infrared Filter is expertly crafted to control infrared contamination in digital photography. Engineered for use with high-end cameras, this filter ensures accurate color reproduction by blocking unwanted IR light. Utilizing Tiffen's ColorCore technology, it provides unparalleled parallelism and worry-free handling, making it an essential tool for cinematographers and photographers alike.

Filter Size: 82mm
Technology: ColorCore
Application: Infrared Control
Construction: Two pieces of glass
Coating: No dichroic coating
Stackable: Yes, with Neutral Densities up to 0.9
Material: Glass, Plastic
Photo Filter Thread Size: 82 Millimeters
Photo Filter Effect Type: Infrared
Water Resistance Level: Not Water Resistant
Product Dimensions: 4.2 x 4 x 0.9 inches
Item Weight: 2.4 ounces

Specifications

Brand

Tiffen

Model

W82IR

Filter Type

Infrared (T1)

Filter Size

82mm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the size of this Tiffen camera lens filter?

This Tiffen camera lens filter is 82mm, designed to fit lenses with an 82mm filter thread.

What type of filter is the Tiffen W82IR?

It is an Infrared (T1) Camera Lens Filter, specifically designed for infrared photography.

What is infrared photography primarily used for?

Infrared photography captures light from the infrared spectrum, which is typically used for creating unique artistic effects, altering landscapes, and sometimes for scientific applications.

Can this filter be used for everyday photography?

No, an infrared filter like the Tiffen W82IR is not intended for everyday photography as it blocks most visible light, requiring specific techniques and conditions for its use.

What are the benefits of using an infrared filter?

Using an infrared filter can produce dramatic effects such as converting foliage to white, darkening skies, and revealing textures not visible to the naked eye.

Strengths & Trade-offs

👍 Pros

Specifically designed as an 82mm filter, ensuring compatibility with lenses of that diameter.
Categorized as an Infrared Camera Lens Filter (T1), ideal for capturing unique infrared photographic effects.
Manufactured by Tiffen, a brand recognized for its camera filters, suggesting a level of quality.
The filter type allows photographers to explore a distinct spectrum of light beyond visible light.
Potentially helps in reducing atmospheric haze for clearer landscape shots under certain conditions.

👎 Cons

As an infrared filter, it is not suitable for general-purpose photography, requiring specific use cases.
The "T1" designation for infrared might imply a particular wavelength cutoff, which isn't specified, making it hard to predict its exact effect without further research.
The 82mm size means it will only fit lenses with an 82mm front filter thread, requiring step-up/down rings for other sizes.
Infrared photography often requires longer exposure times, which can necessitate a tripod and other specialized techniques.
The aesthetic of infrared photography is niche and may not appeal to all photographers or be suitable for all subjects.

Tiffen W82IR 82mm T1 Infrared Camera Lens Filter

Overview

Capture Pure Images with Precision Infrared Filtration

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

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