In the USA and Canada, it has been seen for a long time, and occasionally in the German-speaking region as well: ice climbers wearing rubber gloves. But have these people forgotten their expensive Gore-Tex gloves and spontaneously bought a replacement, or is this intentional? … It is intentional! In the 2022/2023 season, I first went […]
At this point, I’d like to showcase the color and infrared signature of a Schuberth combat helmet compared to a Busch PROtective helmet. This post focuses solely on the fact that NIR signatures can vary, rather than on comfort or protective properties. On the left is the Busch PROtective AMP-1 E HC in Stone […]
If and when a fabric or pattern will camouflage in the NIR, depends on the environment. To take the following pictures, I modified a DSLR. I removed the internal NIR-blocking filter and attached a filter in front of the lens, that only allows NIR from 720nm to pass. More information to this can be found […]
I use my modified Canon 1000D for years now to get pictures in the near infrared. I removed the internal filter from the camera. So the near infrared light can get to the sensor. In this article I write about the idea and how I take the NIR pictures. My galery of infrared pictures can […]
When we think about Ghillie Suits, we often think about the best possible camouflage solution to wear on the body. This might be true for the naked eye as well as for night vision devices, that work with near infrared. But thermal imaging devices are now more common than ever before. Camouflage companies made “super […]
The first video about the helmet upgrade was a success. So I decided to go more into depht.
At the marketing cooperation by CONCAMO® several companies from the tactical sector meet and create an amazing setup. That way harmonious pictures can be created. Lately a new video was uploaded by CONCAMO. I supported this event with some planning and as one of the photographers. I am stunned, what great work our video guy […]
When I recently got back into macro photography, I came across the Canon Macro FD 50mm 1:3.5 after some searching on YouTube. This lens requires an FD to EOS adapter to attach it to modern cameras. Once adapted, these old lenses can be used with modern cameras, but everything must be operated manually. During my […]
When choosing an Airsoft gun, beginners often face the challenge of not knowing which system to pick. To make this decision easier, I’ve listed the pros and cons of each system briefly and concisely. (S-)AEG + Consistent energy output + Energy output unaffected by temperature + Low maintenance and easy to care for +/- No […]
I’ve often been asked where and how to fill paintball air tanks, so I decided to write this article and share various options. Paintball Shop/Arena/Field As you might expect, you can fill HP tanks at paintball shops, fields, and arenas. However, you’ll need to coordinate with the owner. Often, they’ll only allow you to fill […]