[STAR SPHERE project]

Howdy All,

 

A few months ago, I applied to participate in the STAR SPHERE project (https://starsphere.sony.com) and I am wondering if anyone has heard of any updates on the project or selection process. I read about a successful deployment of a batch of the satellites from early January and I am curious about hearing about how it's going.

 

Cheers!

[Full spectrum mod]

Hey Brent, I had two cameras modified - one for full color and another for 720nm. I use the latter all the time as I like the rich B&W look. I used a filter but shutter speed is too slow to stop foliage.

Hi Don,

720nm bnw images are beautiful and I would love your input on capturing them using a full spectrum mod with a 720nm filter! Do you think this setup would work well for landscapes?  

[Full spectrum mod]

I haven't checked all the models, except the ones I personally own. I only made a safe assumption and always advise to check before doing anything.

Leaks would happen on older sensors, but the new ones are more robust. But I suggest to check with the company you would like to have modify your cameras. Companies differ with their final results and quality.

When I first looked into this, I noticed that Spencer Camera advised against modding my A7RII as it has a known IR leak. If this wasn't not the case, I definitely would have made the conversion by now, but this has given me the opportunity to think more about what my intentions are and what body would be best.

[Full spectrum mod]

I don't believe you would lose anything going for the full spectrum. But you need to check that the sensor can capture the range you desire. I know some sensors are not full spectrum, which makes the full mod a waste of money. If your's is full sensor, then I would go for full spectrum. Just don't forget to buy filters for shooting normal when you need it.

My apologies for the delayed response. I thought that all full frame alpha sensors are full spectrum? I am aware that some conversions are not advised as a few bodies can leak IR on to the sensor. 

[Full spectrum mod]

Greetings!

I'm weighing on deciding on getting a a7iii or a7iv modded to Visible + H-Alpha filter, a 420nm to 1200nm filter, or go for the gold for full spectrum. Ideally, I want capture more reds for astrophotography and IR for b&w landscapes. Is there a compelling reason why I should not go with full spectrum to achieve both targets? My understanding is that WB correction is straightforward in any of the options. So is there anything else I should consider when making this decision?

Thanks!