What do infrared camera images reveal?

Infrared light brings us special information that we do not get from visible light. It shows us how much heat something has and gives us information about an object’s temperature.

What do infrared cameras use to create their images?

Thermal, or infrared, detection systems utilize sensors to pick up radiation in the infrared part of the electromagnetic spectrum. An infrared camera detects the thermal energy or heat emitted by the scene being observed and converts it into an electronic signal. This signal is then processed to produce an image.

What is an infrared image called?

IR or infrared satellite imagery is sort of a temperature map. The weather satellite detects heat energy in the infrared spectrum (infrared energy is invisible to the human eye). The satellite image displays objects(whether clouds, water or land surfaces) based on the temperature of the object.

Can a normal camera see infrared?

Digital camera sensors are sensitive to ultraviolet (UV) light and infrared light as well as the visible wavelengths of light. The infrared filters on most cameras do let some infrared light through, but not enough to affect the image.

What are Infrared pictures?

Infrared photography refers to a special type of photography using films or sensors that have infrared light sensitivity. By using infrared light in a photograph one can add special effects, like false colors, to photographs.

What is an infrared camera?

An infrared digital camera is a type of photographic device that is capable of capturing images by using infrared light rather than relying on the visible light that is necessary for use of other types of cameras. This feature makes the infrared or IR camera ideal for use when there is little to no visible light to create and capture images.

What is an infrared photo?

infrared photography. n. (Photography) photography using film with an emulsion that is sensitive to infrared light, enabling it to be used in misty weather, in darkened interiors, or at night.

What is a thermal image camera?

Thermal imaging camera. A thermal imaging camera (colloquially known as a TIC) is a type of thermographic camera used in police chases.