Fresnel Relations and the Sensitivity of a Camera

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The discussion centers on the Fresnel Relations, specifically the formulas for Reflectance (R) and Transmittance (T) in relation to camera sensitivity. Reflectance is defined as R = I_r/I_i, while Transmittance is T = I_t cos(θ_t)/I_i cos(θ_i). The participants clarify that these values do not depend on the wavelength of light, although they seek to understand how to apply ISO values from cameras to these calculations. Additionally, the technique of deconvolution and convolution in image processing is highlighted as a method to analyze images across different wavelengths.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of Fresnel Relations in optics
  • Knowledge of camera sensitivity and ISO values
  • Familiarity with image processing techniques, specifically deconvolution and convolution
  • Basic principles of light behavior, including reflectance and transmittance
NEXT STEPS
  • Research the application of ISO values in calculating camera sensitivity
  • Explore the principles of light wavelength dependency in optical systems
  • Learn about advanced image processing techniques, including deconvolution and convolution
  • Investigate the impact of different wavelengths on Reflectance and Transmittance
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Optical engineers, photographers, image processing specialists, and anyone interested in the interaction of light with materials and camera technology.

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Reflectance, according to the Fresnel Relations, is given by

##R \equiv \frac{I_r}{I_i}##,

and Transmittance is

##T = \frac{I_t \cos \theta_t}{I_i \cos \theta_i}##.

Do these values depend on the wavelength of light? For example, if I have a beam of white light rather than a monochromatic one, and I need the Transmittance and Reflectance of a specific wavelength.

Second, I need the value of the Reflectance and Transmittance of light with a specific wavelength be multiplied with a camera's sensitivity. But I only have the ISO value of the camera, I don't know what to do with it.

Lastly, what is the technique called in Image Processing where a gray image is subjected to deconvolution and convolution procedures to see the image on different wavelengths?

Thank you in advance.
 
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