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Hoya 52mm R72 Infrared Filter

BH #HOIR7252 • MFR #B-52RM72-GB
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Hoya 52mm 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 52mm 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-52RM72-GB Overview

The Hoya 52mm 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: 024066015433

Hoya B-52RM72-GB Specs

Filter Type
Hoya R72 (88A) Infrared
Transmission Range
Blocks Wavelengths Below 720 nm
Size
52 mm Rear Filter Thread
Front Accessory Thread / Bayonet
52 mm
Filter Material
Glass
Ring Material
Aluminum
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.095 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
3.5 x 2.75 x 0.5"

Hoya B-52RM72-GB Reviews

The standard for a reason

By Jacob
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2025-06-29

Great 720nm IR filter. Coated (like any decent filter), far less glare and bloom than the uncoated ones i've used. Ideal for black and white photos, but very usable for false color in the right lighting, even on unconverted cameras. (Olympus E-M5 and E-M1).

Infrared Filter Results

By Steven
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-12-07

Focused my manual 50m Loxia lens on my Sony A7R2 in daylight. Then mounted my 52m IR filter and fired my camera at various shutter speeds with aperture wide open. Results were interesting. Used NIK filters in photoshop to modify images with interesting results. Need to experiment more with it. Am happy with results.

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Do you guys have an ir glasses or lens I can use ...

Do you guys have an ir glasses or lens I can use with my naked eyes to see ir light of 940nm?
Asked by: Kendall
Unfortunately, there is no such thing as glasses that are designed to allow you to view infrared light with your naked eyes. Infrared light is invisible to the naked eye, and filters such as the Hoya 52mm R72 Infrared Filter are designed to block all light except infrared light. As human's naked eyes cannot see infrared light, the view though this filter would be completely black. Sensors or films that are sensitive to infrared light may use this filter to capture infrared light. If you are looking for a viewing device that will allow you to see infrared light, while they do not list a specific nanometer wavelength, the Barska NVX300 Night Vision Binoculars, B&H # BANVNVX300BB, and the Nyte Vu Digital Night Vision Goggle, B&H # NYNV60Q, would have infrared illuminators that may assist you. The above allows you to see in low- or no-light situations illuminated by infrared, but there are no options that allow you to view infrared unassisted with the naked eye.
Answered by: Manzell L
Date published: 2021-05-06

How well does this work with a near-IR film like ...

How well does this work with a near-IR film like Ilford SFX?
Asked by: Ross
The Hoya 52mm R72 Infrared Filter works very well with IR and near IR films such as the Ilford near IR SFX film.
Answered by: Dan W
Date published: 2023-04-16

Will my naked eyes be able to see it?

Will my naked eyes be able to see it?
Asked by: Kendall
No you would not be able to see the IR spectrum.
Answered by: Kirk R
Date published: 2020-12-28

What if I wanna use it as a glasses to see ir ...

What if I wanna use it as a glasses to see ir from a remote control led? Is there a lens out there that do that with the naked eyes?
Asked by: Kendall
You cannot use a filter to view infrared light with the naked eye as humans cannot see infrared light with the naked eye. You would need a camera sensor that is sensitive to infrared light or a night-vision device with an infrared illuminator to view infrared light from a remote.
Answered by: Manzell L
Date published: 2022-03-18

so what mm lens do you need for this to work? i ...

so what mm lens do you need for this to work? i have a nikon and im not sure what lens to use
Asked by: natalie
This filter attaches to a lens that has 52mm threads.
Answered by: Rob
Date published: 2021-01-20

question

I am new to photography. My camera is a Nikon D3300 purchased from your store. I am interested in experimenting with infrared filters, but the reviews I read for the Hoya 52mm were mixed. They said it depends on your camera and how sensitive to light, etc., you can change it. I want to buy this, but are there any compatibility issues I am not aware of? Thanks!
Asked by: Anonymous
There are no compatibility issues with the Hoya 52mm R72 filter and a Nikon D3300.
Answered by: Heather S.
Date published: 2018-08-27

question

Will this fit on an Olympus OMD EM10 micro four thirds camera?
Asked by: Tejaswini D.
Unfortunately we cannot know if it will fit because lens filters do not attach to the camera itself. They attach to whichever lens is on the camera at that time. In this case, if would be a micro four thirds lens. Once you know the lens cap size (it's usually written on the inside of the lens cap), or front filter thread diameter, you will be able to get the correct size filter to purchase.
Answered by: Jacob C.
Date published: 2018-08-27

question

Will this work with a Canon t6i ?
Asked by: Anonymous
I would say yes, but contact canon. However, the filter is just a small part of the ir effect. Check YouTube tutorials. If you want John a. Lynch photography on Facebook to see my work, and if you have any further questions feel free.
Answered by: JOHN L.
Date published: 2018-08-27
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