What Is a Full Spectrum Camera? UV/IR Uses And How It Works

Diagram of a full spectrum camera with UV/IR filter showing how it captures a wider range of light for special photography.

So, what is a full spectrum camera, and why does it matter for paranormal investigation? In short, it’s a camera with its internal infrared-blocking filter removed, allowing the sensor to capture ultraviolet (UV) and infrared (IR) light that the human eye simply can’t see. Standard digital cameras are built to record only visible light, but […]

5 Best Full Spectrum Camera for Sale Picks (New & Used)

Collage of five full-spectrum cameras (new and used) arranged on a white background.

A standard camera only captures visible light, a narrow slice of the electromagnetic spectrum. A full spectrum camera removes that limitation, picking up ultraviolet and infrared wavelengths that the naked eye misses entirely. For paranormal investigators, that expanded range can mean the difference between a blank frame and documented evidence worth reviewing. The problem? Finding […]