Heliopan Infrared Filter 5780 | RG 780 (87) | 780 nm

• Slimline brass filter mount

• RG 780 – blocks visible light up to 780 nm

• Equivalent to Kodak Wratten 87

• High-quality SCHOTT glass

• Made in Germany

Product Description
Infrared photography is a specialized field used in black & white, color, and false-color photography. To achieve the desired infrared effects, a dedicated infrared filter is required. These filters block visible light and transmit only the invisible infrared spectrum. Correct exposure depends on experience, test shots, and lighting conditions.

For black & white and technical or scientific photography, infrared filters are essential, as they allow only infrared radiation to reach the sensor or film.

Tips for Digital Infrared Photography

• Test IR sensitivity of a digital camera using an IR remote control

• Infrared focus point lies slightly beyond visible light focus

• Set white balance manually or automatically after mounting the filter

• Most digital cameras have an internal IR-cut filter, but some allow residual IR transmission

• Compose and focus before attaching the filter

• Image processing can enhance IR results (contrast, histogram adjustment, color channel control)

• Infrared photography remains experimental in both digital and analog workflows

Tips for Shooting with an IR Filter

• Subjects in strong sunlight provide the highest infrared content

• Use a tripod due to long exposure times

• Set framing before mounting the filter

• Focus manually using the IR index or prior to attaching the filter

• Avoid shooting wide open; AF sensors may partially focus on IR

• Exposure often needs strong compensation or manual adjustment

• In B&W mode, judge exposure via camera display; in color mode, use the histogram (especially the red channel)

• JPEG format can be used as an alternative to complex RAW processing

Tips for Image Editing

• For high-quality black & white results, convert to LAB mode and use only the L channel or red channel

• If contrast appears too low or images show a strong red cast, adjust black and white points in post-processing