Kolari Vision 39mm IR/UV Cut Color Correcting Hot Mirror Lens Filter

Where precision and color fidelity are paramount in photography, the 39mm IR/UV Cut Color Correcting Hot Mirror Lens Filter by Kolari Vision stands out as an essential tool for photographers and videographers alike. This high-quality filter is expertly designed to block infrared light and some ultraviolet light, enabling a full spectrum converted camera to capture images with authentic colors and clarity.

Crafted with innovation in mind, the filter boasts an anti-reflective, corrosion-resistant coating that not only minimizes artifacts but also enhances the durability of the filter, making it a reliable choice for use in humid environments. Its effectiveness is further demonstrated by its ability to maintain the camera's white balance presets, allowing for seamless integration into your photography workflow.

Unlike other hot mirror filters that may appear clear, this filter exhibits a distinctive blue hue, mirroring the color of the original lowpass filters found in cameras a visual indicator of its capability to block the same problematic wavelengths. This feature sets it apart from alternatives like the B+W 486 filter, as it utilizes absorption rather than interference to filter light, ensuring consistent color rendition across all angles without the risk of color shifts, even when using wide-angle lenses.

The filter's innovative design includes aggressive IR blockage to prevent IR leak across various camera models, while also allowing more UV transmission, which can be advantageous for outdoor photography. To achieve the highest level of UV protection, it is recommended to pair this filter with a UV filter or, for optimal results, with Kolari Vision's two spectrum conversion.

Photographers will appreciate that this versatile filter requires no exposure compensation, simplifying the shooting process. The filter's effectiveness is evident when comparing images from a standard camera, a full spectrum camera without a filter, and a full spectrum camera equipped with the Kolari Vision filter alongside other popular hot mirror filters. The comparison showcases the superior color performance and image quality provided by the Kolari Vision filter, making it a top choice for those seeking to produce professional-grade photographs with accurate color representation.