2024+ Land Cruiser Heritage Blue Photo Thread

[Markarian421]

The iPhone 15 Pro has a 1/1.28" sensor, which is not that far behind compact mirrorless cameras with 1" and micro 4/3 sensors. It's definitely not collecting junk. I'm a photography enthusiast, and every year I use my "real" camera less and less. Optical quality + the processing is getting really fantastic. I sometimes wish i could somehow use my real camera but with the iPhone for processing.

To stay on topic for the thread - here's a full 48MP shot of my heritage blue from this morning at the trailhead. This color representation is pretty close to accurate to my eyes, maybe slightly saturated. I think it's also important to remember that phones have a lot of settings, someone might turn on an over-saturated filter and then leave it on without ever thinking about it again.

Feel free to pixel peep! I don't use the default pixel binning in daylight, so this is the full 48MP resolution... if the forum uploads the full resolution image, that is.

EDIT - nope, the upload got downsized. sorry!

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First, yes, that's a pretty good photo, much closer to reality. (I've been battling this problem for a decade with my FJ!) And I've got the 2 bike version of that rack!

As for cameras, I design scientific cameras for a living, as a result I have unrealistic standards (for consumer cameras)! The smallest pixels I've worked with are 5 micron, 9-15 microns is more typical, with sensor sizes up to the size of a bathroom tile. That iPhone sensor has 1.44 micron pixels, less than a 10th the collecting area of even a 5 um pixel. The resulting photos from the iPhone are fantastic. The amount of data processing needed to get those photos is staggering. Increased computer power has made a lot of things possible.

 

[TrailWhale]

First, yes, that's a pretty good photo, much closer to reality. (I've been battling this problem for a decade with my FJ!) And I've got the 2 bike version of that rack!

As for cameras, I design scientific cameras for a living, as a result I have unrealistic standards (for consumer cameras)! The smallest pixels I've worked with are 5 micron, 9-15 microns is more typical, with sensor sizes up to the size of a bathroom tile. That iPhone sensor has 1.44 micron pixels, less than a 10th the collecting area of even a 5 um pixel. The resulting photos from the iPhone are fantastic. The amount of data processing needed to get those photos is staggering. Increased computer power has made a lot of things possible.

Ooooh thats a super cool career! Sorry if I came across as dismissive. I was into astrophotography for a bit, a couple years ago, and that's a hobby that really led me down the sensor rabbit hole. I used to have a Fuji X-trans camera, and it was by far my favorite sensor ever.

 

[Marinna]

It sort of reminds me of the FJ Cruiser blue but not as good. Must agree that it's not my favorite one either.

The color is heritage to the old FJ-40. it doesn't matter whether you like it or not. It is provided to the Land Cruiser fan...

 

[JamMasterJ]

Loving this ride…

 

[Markarian421]

The color is heritage to the old FJ-40. it doesn't matter whether you like it or not. It is provided to the Land Cruiser fan...

The FJ Cruiser had at least three different blues? The last year (in the US) was the only time they used Heritage Blue, and they've been using it on other vehicles ever since. Apologies for the non-LC Heritage Blue photo from atop the Great Western Divide in the Sierras:

 

[Siblue]

The FJ Cruiser had at least three different blues? The last year (in the US) was the only time they used Heritage Blue, and they've been using it on other vehicles ever since. Apologies for the non-LC Heritage Blue photo from atop the Great Western Divide in the Sierras:

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Right! Voodoo, Cavalry, and Heritage blue offered in FJ

 

[VTLC250]

Loving this ride…View attachment 4887

Does the awning make a lot of noise with the sunroof open? I have an AluCab 270 on my '86 Land Rover that would make a nice addition to the LC, but it's in a bag - not a hard case - and slightly longer appearing than the one you have.

 

[rsbarton]

Heres mine - pick it up on Friday - not the greatest photo- it was raining
any thoughts on ceramic coating for paint protection on these

 

[LCNorth]

Very nice! That photo really captures what the colour actually looks like in person.

I plan on putting a ceramic coating on it. I debate PPF, but it’s so expensive to have done properly. And you want it done properly or it looks terrible and messes up your paint.

Most detailers recommend putting ceramic coating on top of the PPF anyway, because they serve different purposes. So ceramic coating is really a no-brainer. Again though, you want a quality job done by a reputable shop.

 

[Marinna]

Very nice! That photo really captures what the colour actually looks like in person.

I plan on putting a ceramic coating on it. I debate PPF, but it’s so expensive to have done properly. And you want it done properly or it looks terrible and messes up your paint.

Most detailers recommend putting ceramic coating on top of the PPF anyway, because they serve different purposes. So ceramic coating is really a no-brainer. Again though, you want a quality job done by a reputable shop.

The shop I talked to told me if it is PFF alone it would last 12 years, but adding the ceramic coating would make the PFF last life time.

The question I want to know is how scratch resistant PFF really offers?

 

[LCNorth]

It depends on how you use your vehicle. PPF is a sacrificial layer meaning scratches hopefully end up in the PPF and not the paint. High quality PPF is self-healing in the heat of the sun, but it has its limitations. If you're wheeling regularly and get pin striping, the PPF won't last that long.

Ceramic isn't a forever product either. It extends the life of the PPF because it helps dirt from digging in to the PPF. But sun and exposure to the elements will wear it away. Even regular washing will eventually contribute to it wearing away.

From what I've been told (by my friend who owns the biggest high-end detail shop in the region), the PPF will get to 10-12 years in the garage-queen best case scenario. But daily drive it, in a place that has 4 seasons, throw in some wheeling and regular washing, and it could be as low as half that. Ceramic can last as long on top of it, or a lot shorter. It depends on the product. Cheap ceramic will last 1-3 years. Good ceramic will last 5+. Top of the line can last up to 10, under ideal conditions.

My Land Cruiser is going to get used. I'm going to drive it every day. Wheel it from time to time. And I'm also going to maintain it. Regular washes. Regular ceramic maintenance washes. When I think of the cost of PPF, then I think of how else I could spend that in mods or fuel, for me I land on ceramic only. But if your top priority is keeping it looking showroom new, then PPF is for you. But keep in mind there's maintenance.

 

[mkg]

Im on year 5 with ppf on my 4Runner, and still looks as good as new. Full 4 seasons, mix of auto and wand car washes and the odd trip offroad. I wouldnt have a vehicle without it when they sand the roads etc.

 

[LCMud]

Came in last week. View attachment 4509

Yes, me too, picked it up yesterday. Have a rack on now and disabled rear braking. It’s beyond awesome. Don’t ask how I ended up with FE, it was a weak moment at the dealer!

 

[LCMud]

It does but in other pictures it looks very different?? is there 2 Heritage Blues here in the UK they call it Smokey Blue

I’m pretty sure Heritage blue and Smoky blue are the same, same touch up paint code from Toyota (8X0). Some window stickers say heritage some smoky. The pictures look different due to lighting etc is my guess… but maybe variations due to mixing?

 

[Dave]

I’m pretty sure Heritage blue and Smoky blue are the same, same touch up paint code from Toyota (8X0). Some window stickers say heritage some smoky. The pictures look different due to lighting etc is my guess… but maybe variations due to mixing?

Hi Mud
Thanks very much for that here in the UK we are kept in the dark

 

[Markarian421]

I’m pretty sure Heritage blue and Smoky blue are the same, same touch up paint code from Toyota (8X0). Some window stickers say heritage some smoky. The pictures look different due to lighting etc is my guess… but maybe variations due to mixing?

Yes -- when I order replacement painted parts for my Heritage Blue FJ they always say "Smoky Blue."

 

[Markarian421]

Yes, me too, picked it up yesterday. Have a rack on now and disabled rear braking. It’s beyond awesome. Don’t ask how I ended up with FE, it was a weak moment at the dealer!

And your photo confirms my suspicions that if there's an actual blue sky in the photo, the Heritage Blue color comes out a lot closer to reality.

 

[LCMud]

And your photo confirms my suspicions that if there's an actual blue sky in the photo, the Heritage Blue color comes out a lot closer to reality.

Back in the day, before robots and machines did all the painting/mixing, you could line up cars at a car event in the same color and they all were somewhat different. We did this once with Porsche Speed Yellow. Now you would think with the robots and machines they would all look the same but who knows?
I do know that this blue is one very awesome color, like beyond awesome!

 

[solidbrix]

Nothing but compliments... what a beauty.

 

[DaChronisseur]

I do love this color.