Digital infrared photography: Do more than take creepy shots of your cat
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So I'm currently testing the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 (look for the review next week), one of Sony's high-zoom cameras that among a gazillion other features has an on/off switch for Sony's NightShot infrared shooting mode.
As you can see, I managed to snap a picture of my cat hiding under a table in a darkened room, at which point I thought to myself, "Surely there must be a better way to use this feature." And there is.
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Rocky Nook's Digital Infrared Photography by Cyrill Harnischmacher ($24.95) is a guide to infrared photography with your digital camera. I know, I know, you figured that out on your own, but the book covers basic theory for shooting in infrared, as well as guidance on capturing images and post-processing. You'll also find information on cameras, filters, and equipment.
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For those who actually want to know about a better way of using an infrared camera: you can use it in the winter to check for cold spots in your house.
And I'm not sure what CBS has to do with me writing about this book. I was just sharing information and is no different than when I or anyone else on a blog writes about a new product being available. Sorry you all found this so offensive.
- by LAfilm5 August 31, 2008 12:50 AM PDT
- Apology accepted. By the way, you got a cute cat : ) .
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