Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2001/07/30

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Subject: Re: [Leica] Best Infrared filter for Noctilux??
From: S Dimitrov <sld@earthlink.net>
Date: Mon, 30 Jul 2001 23:15:57 -0700
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There is a guy in Connecticut, or thereabouts, that has an incredible
inventory. I can't recall the name, maybe filter connection?? Someone on
the list should know. I bought several 60mm filters from him in the
distant past. Be ready to talk for a while as he's very chatty.

Slobodan Dimitrov


George Kenney wrote:
> 
> Thanks Slobodan,
> 
> I know it's not lens specific, but I'd like to try IR with the Nocti. Thus
> the need for a 60mm filter.
> 
> What's a good place to find filters? B+H doesn't seem to have what
> I'm looking for. Know of any full line, on-line filter emporiums??
> 
> Thanks,
> 
> G.
> 
> On 30 Jul 2001, at 22:09, S Dimitrov wrote:
> 
> > The effect won't be as pronounced with light red. By the way, the lens
> > is not the determining factor in deciding which filter to use. You
> > should go by the film, as every manufacturer, all of two or three I
> > believe, have the film sensitivity set for slightly different
> > wavelengths. A little bit of digging around should give you a more
> > concise answer, as that's just one variable out of many that will
> > affect your end product.
> >
> > Slobodan Dimitrov
> >
> >
> > George Kenney wrote:
> > >
> > > Would Heliopan's light red work? Any suggestions on the best
> > > infrared filter for a current version Noctilux appreciated.
> > >
> > > Thanks,
> > >
> > > G.
> >

In reply to: Message from "George Kenney" <georgekenney@earthlink.net> (Re: [Leica] Best Infrared filter for Noctilux??)