Sony SLR/Mirrorless - Astro Conversions

An Astro-Conversion is not the same as a normal IR conversion. All Astro-Conversions performed by Spencer's Camera & Photo include modifications and improvements specific to each camera model. These improvements have been developed after many hours of testing with each camera model in the field and the controlled environment of our conversion shop. Some of the modifications and improvements made during an Astro-Conversion include increased static control, dampening of many moving parts and added light absorbing material for control of unwanted reflective light. Also, you have the added option of our imaging sensor heat reduction system that can be installed in most camera models. (More Information on our Heat Reduction System Page - Heat Reduction System) Our heat reduction system was developed well before performing the astroconversion for NASA but was significantly improved during the NASA conversion testing phases. None of the improvements mentioned above will negatively affect the performance or power usage of the camera in any way.

NEW!! The Sony A7R series cameras (I, II, III, IV, and V) are now Highly recommended for Visible + H-Alpha modification, but still Not Recommended for FULL SPECTRUM. They have a design flaw that will create an infrared light leak after a FULL SPECTRUM modification has been performed.  It will not cause any negative issues if modified with the Visible + H-Alpha internal filter option. Our new Visible + H-Alpha filter technology and our new techniques for modifying these Sony A7R Series models will allow Visible + H-Alpha modifications with ZERO negative light bleeding results! (Notice: The A7R II will not perform well during the day after the modification due to the necessary modifications perfomed to remove the internal light leak issue.  All other version of the A7R series cameras will not have this issue.)

The internal sensor dust reduction/cleaning system of the camera is normally removed during the conversions but can be reinstalled.  This option can be selected within the filter options selections below. If your model has the built-in dust reduction system we can reinstall it during the conversion process.