Panasonic Lumix Mirrorless Infrared Conversion Service
$299.00
- Description
- Additional information
- Why Choose Us?
- Warranty
- IR Filter Choices
- Processing Time
- AR Coating
- Prepaid Mail-in Box
- International Orders
- Reviews (8)
Description
Free Domestic Shipping, Quality glass filters
Autofocus calibrated to work with all lenses
List of models we convert:
Micro Four-Thirds: G1, G10, G2, G3, G5, G6, G7, G9, GH1, GH2, GH3*, GH4*, GH5*, GH5s, GF1, GF2, GF3, GF5, GF6, GX1, GX7*, GX8*, GX85*, GX9*, G90, G95, GM1*, Fz2000
Full-Frame: S1, S1R, S1H, S5iiX
NOTE: Dust systems are disabled after conversion, EXCEPT in the G1.
*These cameras have an internal IR shutter diagnostic LED that can cause light leaks when using very long exposures and high ISOs in the H-alpha and IR enabled conversions, in the range of 30 second exposures at 6,400 ISO. Can be worked around in most cases by using the camera in silent mode.
This conversion service replaces the cameras internal hot mirror filter with our high quality custom manufactured glass replacement infrared or clear filter. The autofocus systems are calibrated to work universally with all lenses. We do not attach our filters with double sided tape like a competitor does, we use a permanent mechanical fixation that is fully sealed from dust. Don’t risk your filter falling out.
Our checkout system is through Paypal, but you do not need an account to pay. If you have a time sensitive order, please select “Rush Delivery” as your shipping option to receive first in line service. Leave us a note with your deadline so we can work to meet it.
After you complete checkout, you will be redirected to our shipping instructions page.
For help choosing which filter to order, check out our filter selection guide
Transmission Curves (Industry Standard Uncoated Glass and AR coated filters)
Focus Calibration Information:
Please note that on mirrorless cameras, we calibrate the camera to focus universally with all lenses. For DLSR camera’s our post-conversion focus calibration is set to 50mm, and will generally focus well with most lenses between 20mm – 300mm. If you are sending in a DSLR for conversion and plan on using lenses outside this range, or using one specific lens, you may want to include this lens with the camera so we can calibrate the camera to it specifically. If you have any concerns regarding lenses and your DLSR camera; please reach out to our customer service team before shipping the DSLR to us.
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Additional information
| Weight | 0.1 lbs |
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Why Choose Us?
- Professional dust free infrared conversion in an ISO Class 5 clean bench using high quality glass and fused quartz
- Anti-reflective coated filters to reduce hotspots and glare
- The ONLY company that uses optically engineered IR filters for the best infrared photography camera you can own
- Free and quick 1-2 week average turnaround
- Over 900 supported models for infrared conversion
- 550nm, 590nm, 665nm, 720nm, 850nm, NDVI/Blue IR, Full Spectrum, and Two Spectrum infrared filters all one low price!
- Free custom lens calibration
- Free domestic return shipping with a mail-in box option
- 1 year warranty on converted cameras and infrared conversions
- Authorized repair shop partner for long term service of your infrared converted camera
Warranty
All of our conversions and converted or modified cameras come with a 1 year warranty for post-conversion malfunctions and electronic issues related to the conversion service.
This warranty does not include wear and tear repairs such as, but not limited to; shutter failure. Warranty does not cover user-caused damage, or other issues unrelated to our conversion services or camera modifications.
For more comprehensive coverage we highly recommend our Extend warranty, which also covers accidental damage.
IR Filter Choices
| Direct from Camera, Custom White Balance |
Channel Swapped | Black & White | Direct from Camera, Auto White Balance | |
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| 665 Filter |  |
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| 720 Filter |  |
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| 850 Filter |  |
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| Blue IR |
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| Full Spectrum |
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Processing Time
Our standard turnaround time for camera conversions is 2 weeks on average for most models. This is only an estimate and not a guarantee. Our standard turnaround time may occasionally exceed 2 weeks during our busy season (April-August) or take less than 2 weeks in our off-season (September-March).
We also offer 5-day and 1-2 day rush processing options on our camera conversions for an additional fee. Our rush services allow us to coordinate the logistics of your conversion ahead of time to meet your deadlines to the best of our ability. Our rush processing time does not include shipping times.
We do our best to accommodate each and every one of our customers year-round.
If ordering one of our pre-converted cameras, keep in mind that they are made to order and are not eligible for rush processing. Please allow at least 2 weeks before your camera ships out to you. Plan for trips and assignments accordingly!
Any time frames that we provide, including shipping time, turnaround time, and rush processing times, are only estimates and are subject to availability. We make no guarantees on service time or shipping times.
AR Coating
What is the AR coating and what does it do? The AR coating option adds an IR centered anti-reflective coating onto the IR filter we install when we perform an infrared conversion. It reduces hotspot artifacts that some lenses are prone to, and can reduce other stray reflections. On our full spectrum conversions we apply a broadband AR coating that covers the UV, visible, and IR ranges. The coating does not reduce optical performance in any way and is highly recommended.
Background:
Uncoated glass has a reflection of around 4-5% at all wavelengths, and we found that this reflection off the sensor filter was bouncing off the glass and reflecting back from the lens housing and aperture blades to cause IR hotspots. We developed this anti-reflective coating that is centered around the IR wavelengths that cause hotspots, and reduced the 5% reflection down to <0.5%
Conversion AR Coating
When applied to our internal conversion filters, we find that hotspots are significantly reduced during infrared photography. Below is a sample from a Nikon 50mm 1.8 which has a strong hotspot at small apertures. Independent tests also available from Mark Hilliard here and Edd Noble here.
Prepaid Mail-in Box
Not sure how to mail your expensive camera? We are now offering a secure and insured mailer box to streamline the shipping process for our customers shipping from the US!
We’re happy to announce that we’re taking the hassle and confusion out of shipping your camera back and forth to us for our conversion service. With our new prepaid mailer, we’ve turned shipping us your camera both ways into one streamlined and secure process. Here’s how it works!
When you place an order for a conversion and select the prepaid mailer option, we’ll send you a sealed box with everything you need already inside. The mailer should arrive to your door in 2-4 days.
International Orders
Do you accept international orders?
Absolutely! For accurate shipping costs, please enter your complete shipping address during the checkout process. Some locations may be subject to a remote area surcharge via FedEx Express. The system will not automatically calculate this surcharge. Please check the following link if your city/zip code is considered a remote area: Zipcodes_OPA_ODA.pdf
If you place an order and your city/zip code is on this list, we’ll reach out to you via email to collect the surcharge.
**Backordered Items: Please note that international orders that include backordered items will be held, and shipped together, when all items are in stock! If you need in-stock items to ship prior to this time we can do this upon your request, however, shipment of the remaining items will incur additional shipping fees. Please reach out to our customer service team if partial shipping is required.
***We legally can not declare lower values for customs and duties. We ship all of our international orders from the United States. Please note that we do not collect taxes, duties, or VAT. International customers are responsible for all duties, taxes, and VAT that may be charged by their respective local customs office. You may also be subject to a brokerage charge when you choose FedEx, UPS, or DHL shipping options.***
8 reviews for Panasonic Lumix Mirrorless Infrared Conversion Service
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Noel Canning –
Great little Panasonic LUMIX. I am an older person who once used Kodak IR film.
Refrigeration, test exposures, ultra sensitive development techniques are ALL GONE.
Better than expected results from day one
Allen Forrest –
My first experience with an infrared-converted camera turned out to be a disappointment. After a little research, I had ended up sending a camera to a large, national camera-repair company that had come highly recommended. As I later learned, the camera-model I chose for conversion wasn’t the best choice for infrared. I later learned that their conversion-work was pretty shoddy. To make a long story shorter, after almost giving up on infrared photography, I ran into the Kolari Vision website. That site prompted me to contact Ilija. He was extremely patient in answering my many questions, and offering me great advice. After a great number of exchanged emails, I obtained a converted camera from him. Several months later, I sent Kolari Vision a second camera for conversion. I am extremely satisfied with both of his conversions, and particularly happy with all of the advice and “hand-holding” provided by Ilija. I highly recommend Ilija and his firm!
Brad Miller –
I have done business as a professional photographer for over 40 years. I’ve been published in just about all major magazines around the world for my car work, mainly Mercedes Benz. I have bought a camera from Kolari Vision that was converted to 720 nm. It is a Lumix G10. The conversion was first rate and the process is like magic! You look in live view and see what you’re getting real time! The shots that come out of this camera are outstanding! I bought a 850nm filter for just Black and White infrared work but the 720 is a great choice for someone who wants the option of some color. I had many questions and the quick response from these people is First Class. They walked me through any questions I had in a prompt and easy to understand way.
I have since updated to the Lumix GX 1 and just beginning the tests. If you are thinking of having your camera converted to Infrared or buy one already converted, I wouldn’t hesitate in recommending Kolari Vision to anyone who wants to explore the amazing world of Infrared!
Paul Baxter –
I sent my Lumix G5 in to Kolarivision for 590nm conversion. I receieved the camera back in less than 10 days. I have been very pleased with the results! Focus with my 9-18mm Olympus lens is excellent, and manual focus with my 7.5mm Rokinon is easy. Images exhibit good sharpness. I had Canon 40D previously that was converted by a competitor at a much higher cost, and the Kolarivision conversion is every bit as good if not better. Kolarivision will definitely be my choice for any future conversions.
Jerry Turney –
My Lumix G5 was here when I got back from vacation and I could not be more pleased! It is great to meet someone like you with your obvious dedication to customer service. I appreciate the communications we had when you could not complete the conversion in the time frame I needed! (This was my fault, not yours. I sent it to you too close to my vacation departure date). It is obvious to me that you kept your word and expedited the conversion so that I had it when I got home, a very generous thing to do!
The camera is everything I had hoped it would be and the White Balance was perfectly set when I got it, thanks for this touch also. I have already show my pictures to several friends and loaned them the camera for a day. I also told them to make sure to contact you if they wanted the conversion done right at a very fair cost. I am now starting to think that my spare Lumix GX1 would be great in one of your other colored filters. I am actually starting to research my choices so you may hear from me again soon!
Fred Burton –
I have a converted Lumix g6 and have used 25 mm 1.7 pancake and 14-42 zoom with no issues. Am going out tomorrow to try 14-140 mm 3.5-5.6 zoom to see if it works naked as well as with a Polaroid cheap macro converter. Will let you know. Absolutely love the IR results so far.
Michael Yurgeles –
My new camera was delivered on time-in fact a day earlier than expected. Beautifully packaged and working fine! The infrared images produced by this modified Lumix are better than I ever achieved with film cameras.
Sylvia Anchia –
I have thoroughly enjoyed experimenting with the infrared converted Lumix camera I recently ordered from Kolari. Customer service was efficient and quick. Very pleased.