Hoya R72 Infrared Filter 86 mm

The Hoya R72 Infrared Filter is a high-quality optical filter designed for infrared photography. It blocks visible light and transmits infrared light, allowing photographers to capture stunning IR effects. This 86 mm screw-in filter is crafted from multi-coated optical glass with an aluminum alloy frame, ensuring durability and excellent image quality.

Advantages

Enables creative infrared photography with dramatic black-and-white or false-color effects. The multi-coating reduces reflections and flare, while the precision aluminum frame ensures a secure fit on lenses with 86 mm filter threads.

Suitable for

• Landscape and nature photographers seeking ethereal IR effects
• Artistic and experimental photography
• Lenses with 86 mm front filter thread

Key specifications

• Filter Type: Infrared (IR)
• Series: R72
• Wavelength Cutoff: 720 nm
• Filter Diameter: 86 mm
• Optical Density: Very High
• Filter Factor: Requires significant exposure compensation (10-20+ stops)
• Material: High-Quality Optical Glass
• Frame Material: Aluminum Alloy
• Coating: Multi-Coated (HMC)
• Mount Type: Screw-in
• Included Accessories: Protective Filter Case

Recommendations

For best results, use a tripod and manual exposure mode. The filter appears opaque black/dark red; compose and focus before attaching the filter.