Re: #25 vs. IR filter

[Todd Martin <todd@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

> Since the IR filter is opaque, you have to compose your shot without the
> filter, then put the filter on before shooting.  In itself, this isn't
> a problem.  But the problem is that you really should be using a tripod
> to do this.  If I didn't hate carrying around my tripod, and setting it
> up and taking it down, I would probably switch to an opaque filter.

Mounting the filter between the film rails (BTFR) solves this problem
wonderfully.

I know some have dedicated camera bodies for this method of filtration, but
I don't think this is necessary. I just pop my pre-cut section of Wratten
87C in to place before I load my camera with HIE.

~Todd


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