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My camcorder does not have Nightshot or Nightview but has a very low LUX rating. Can I use it to film x-rays?

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My camcorder does not have Nightshot or Nightview but has a very low LUX rating. Can I use it to film x-rays?

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Unfortunately not. The essential factor is sensitivity to infrared light, not overall light sensitivity. A conventional camcorder filters out infrared light – even if the LUX rating is very low indeed. Normally, the manufacturer is referring to sensitivity to visible light and not infrared light. You do need a camcorder with Nightshot (Sony) or Nightview (Panasonic). More FAQ entries will appear soon…