# IR Camera Conversions Explained - Wayne Rogers from Imaging By Design (EP176)

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Podcast: [The Camera Life](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-camera-life-6980574)
Published: 2026-05-15T04:41:00+00:00
Episode link: https://thecameralife.castos.com/episodes/ir-camera-conversions-explained-wayne-rogers-from-imaging-by-design-ep176
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## Resource

Wayne Rogers from Imaging by Design joins The Camera Life to unpack camera repairs, infrared conversions, autofocus systems, lens calibration, Leica engineering, sensor technology, and the hidden world of forensic and industrial imaging. From cleaning sensors safely to building thermal and speed cameras, this episode dives deep into how cameras actually work and why precision matters. If you’ve ever wondered about infrared photography, lens sharpness, or what really separates premium gear, this episode is packed with insight. Imaging By Design.A Melbourne-based company selling IR conversions and accessories. “The humble camera” possibly the most complicated piece of equipment we own, fine mechanics, micro electronics and precision optics sitting dormant for most of its life until it springs into action to capture a moment of time that never repeats. Imaging By Design is a highly specialised imaging engineering + camera service business based in Melbourne. While many know them for high-end camera servicing and repairs, that’s only part of the story. Imaging By Design sits at the intersection of precision camera work, advanced technical modifications, and fully custom imaging systems, functioning more like a specialised imaging lab than a traditional camera shop. We’ll be diving into the unique work they do, from infrared, UV, and full-spectrum camera conversions to astro modifications and cinema lens adjustments. These are highly technical services that place them in a niche category, with very few businesses in Australia capable of delivering this level of expertise. It’s a side of the industry most photographers never see, but one that plays a critical role in pushing the boundaries of what cameras can actually do. Imaging By Design also designs and builds custom imag…

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