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Hoya 49mm R72 Infrared Filter

BH #HOIR7249 • MFR #B-49RM72-GB
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Hoya 49mm R72 Infrared Filter
Key Features
  • Used for Infrared Photography
  • Blocks Visible Light Up To 720nm
  • Compatible with Most Digital Cameras
  • Can Be Used with Infrared-Type Film
The Hoya 49mm R72 Infrared Filter is a specialized filter used for infrared photography with digital cameras and specialized infrared film. This nearly opaque filter blocks all visible light up to 720nm, enabling recording of subject matter and scenes that are not visible under normal conditions. Due to the nature of infrared photography, the filter factor for this filter is highly variable and depends largely on the ISO sensitivity in use and lighting conditions.
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Hoya B-49RM72-GB Overview

The Hoya 49mm R72 Infrared Filter is a specialized filter used for infrared photography with digital cameras and specialized infrared film. This nearly opaque filter blocks all visible light up to 720nm, enabling recording of subject matter and scenes that are not visible under normal conditions. Due to the nature of infrared photography, the filter factor for this filter is highly variable and depends largely on the ISO sensitivity in use and lighting conditions.

This filter is constructed from high-quality optical glass and is set in an aluminum filter ring to provide increased rigidity and prevention from filter jamming.

Used for infrared photography applications with digital cameras and specialized IR film.
Blocks all visible light up to 720nm for photographing subjects and details that are not normally visible.
Variable filter factor depending on ISO sensitivity and lighting conditions.
Can be paired with colored black and white contrast filters to change the colored or contrast effects with this filter.
UPC: 024066015426

Hoya B-49RM72-GB Specs

Filter Type
Hoya R72 (88A) Infrared
Transmission Range
Blocks Wavelengths Below 720 nm
Size
49 mm Rear Filter Thread
Front Accessory Thread / Bayonet
49 mm
Filter Material
Glass
Ring Material
Aluminum
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.09 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
4.3 x 2.8 x 0.55"

Hoya B-49RM72-GB Reviews

The Golden Standard for IR

By Matt
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2025-07-11

I've been using the Hoya R72 filter for years with both digital and with IR film and I've always been pleased with the results. It's an extremely versatile filter, capturing just enough color to make interesting false color photographs while also being contrasty enough to mimic the look of the 850nm filter for striking high contrast B&W IR photographs when edited correctly in post. Just be aware that this filter is uncoated and will flare like crazy in direct sun. Be sure to shade your lens when you take the photo or you'll have some pretty harsh sun flares to try and get rid of in post.

Cool Effects

By Peter
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-07-31

Still mastering post-editing and the filter works as intended. Fantastico!

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Would this filter work with an unmodified Canon ...

Would this filter work with an unmodified Canon EOS 80D?
Asked by: Lee
I have it on my Ricoh GRIII, unmodified, and while it's not tack sharp and requires exceptionally bright light and steady hands, I like the results very much.
Answered by: Michael
Date published: 2022-05-26
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