Re: microdol-x & infrared

[George L Smyth <GLSmyth@xxxxxxx>]

Hellaynea wrote:
> 
> Des,
> 
> Well I am starting my final project and it is heavily based on infrared film.
> I wondered if i could get tighter grain by using Microdol.  I am thinking
> about doing some figurative studies and perhaps some landscapes.  I don't mind
> the grain when I shoot landscapes but i want a smoother appearance for skin
> tones and texture (grain).  I really don't know if this is the best solution
> for what I want to do.......I also wanted to know what the benefits of
> purchasing and using an opaque filter that lets in only the infrared light are
> as opposed to using a deep red filter.  I am undecisive and can't find too
> many examples of which filter is better.  All I know is that the red filter is
> much easier to use because you can still compose and focus through your lens.
> I wonder if the opaque filter really makes a difference in the effects you can
> come up with.   Thanks for the valuable info.........

My understanding is that Microdol will not get you "tighter grain."  If this is
what you are looking for, I would recommend that you try Konica's IR film

If you are just starting out, a #25 filter will work just fine.  Opaque filters
are definitely different from the #25, but I'd suggest some experience before
going that next step.

george

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