RE: Is this true? (hi dani)

["Robert Hall" <robert@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

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> Does anyone else use HIE in a Nikon FM rated at about 25 ASA with an 88A
> filter mounted BTR, or at least USE an FM for HIE?
>
> Thanks,
> Brian
>
>


I often use an FM-2n for shooting IR film. At times I've used BTFR, but I
usually use red 25 over the lens and a "sunny 16" rule and use 50ASA as a
start and don't pay much attention to the meter.

Most cameras won't do well at metering IR. Some folks here on the list have
modified their cameras to do a better job. Once I gained some experience
with IR film, I was able to get good exposures without worrying the meter.

One gains a "feel" for IR using what ever method they find comfortable.
While some have gone to quite elaborate lengths to build an IR light meter
(and at times I wouldn't mind one of these) I find it largely unnecessary.

I think my FM does a great job.

Good luck,

R. Gary Hall
Infrared and lith prints...
www.RobertHallPhotography.com


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