Anyone use color correction lenses on optics?

[BigDMT]

I was looking through my spotting scope at a mountainside with the sun starting to set behind it. could still see everything just fine, but colors werent as bright and vibrant on the shadowed slope with the sunlight interference. I decided to put my amber lens colored sunglasses on and look through the scope. WOW! the greens were now greener, browns popped and it all helped enhance detail as well.

started doing some research on why there was so much difference and found that professional photographers use "color correction lenses" all the time to enhance true colors in abnormal lighting situations. I ordered a large diameter camera lens cover of the same color as my sunglasses but a bit less shaded to fit over my spotting scope to see if it will work as well. dont think it will fit tight, but i should be able to make it work. just gonna experiment to see if it makes a big difference.

any of you folks out there ever experimented with color correction lenses? either with photography or sporting optics?

 

[Terry]

I use Scope Assist form Peca Products.

http://scopeacc.com/

Terry

 

[DeltaBravo]

I always put a "skylight" filter (pale pink-ish) on my camera lenses to reduce some of the blue that is always present outdoors due to the blue sky, sun, clouds, etc. I would think something similar on a scope might help. I'd take the scope(s) to your local camera dealer and check for size of threads. I'd stick to a lighter colored filter just to keep the light transmission from falling off too much!

Dennis

 

[25AI260]

As DeltaBravo mentioned.. I'd take the scope(s) to your local camera dealer and check for size of threads
ask him about these filters an what your use is (UV) filters block ultraviolet Dichroic filter
the Polarizer would be more for reflective scene like water an such
but i think he will more likely suggest the ultraviolet filter

 

[fredhorace77]

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[BigDMT]

Thanks fellas. I will get into a camera shop when I get back home from work in a couple weeks and get some more expert advice.

The glass on my Vortex Razor HD spotter is very impressive in all lighting situations, but I think after experimenting with various color correction lenses, it will make viewing during times of high atmospheric or light interference even better. I believe it will bring my viewing experience to a whole new level with this alpha glass

After the difference I saw just using my amber colored polarized sunglasses when looking in the direction of a setting sun, I clearly understand why this is normal practice in professional photography. It really makes a BIG difference.

 

[chkunz]

This post was about the advantage of using a color filter on a spotting scope. There is a similar advantage in using tinted shooting glasses when looking thru the scope on your rifle. There was an article in Precision Shooting Magazine many years ago by an eye doctor explaining why this works. He was recommending the orange skeet glasses but it seems like everyone does not see color exactly the same so it is good to also try the lighter color gold or some folks get better results with the rose color. If you are interested in trying this talk to the folks at Decot Shooting Glasses, they are very knowledgeable about this.

 

[LCazador]

I use Randolph Ranger shooting glasses with a light amber lens for dawn and dusk, and for bright days I utilize a brown lens. My lenses are prescription lenses and I get them updated at least every two years. It's a trail and error thing on what will work best for you. Keep in mind that curved lenses will move your eyes back from your bino or scope lenses reducing the field of view. Using those roll down eye cups will help somewhat. So installing a filter right on your scope will allow a full field of view.

 

[Raythemanroe]

I have UV filters for my Sightron, 62mm lens work for the 10-50X, I believe they fit on the 8-32x SIII and some Nightforces also.




Ray

 

[RDavies]

Thanks fellas. I will get into a camera shop when I get back home from work in a couple weeks and get some more expert advice.

The glass on my Vortex Razor HD spotter is very impressive in all lighting situations, but I think after experimenting with various color correction lenses, it will make viewing during times of high atmospheric or light interference even better. I believe it will bring my viewing experience to a whole new level with this alpha glass

After the difference I saw just using my amber colored polarized sunglasses when looking in the direction of a setting sun, I clearly understand why this is normal practice in professional photography. It really makes a BIG difference.

I have the same spotting scope and was while I am very very happy with it, was wondering if there was any way to make it easier to spot bullet holes in mirage, or even make mirage easier to read. Let us know how your scope goes when you try some different coloured lenses.

 

[XTR]

Then you can start to look at an explanation of chromatic aberration, (i.e., why high end glass costs to much)