Calibrite ColorChecker White Balance

The Calibrite ColorChecker White Balance is specifically designed to meet the needs of digital photography. Users can check and compare the digital reproduction of a real scene or a test pattern, make a white balance with a digital camera, or use the chart with camera profiling software to create an ICC profile of your camera. As a full-sized version of that found within the standard 24-patch ColorChecker, this production tool is ideal for both professional and amateur photographers and filmmakers. It is further classed as an absolute neutral white reference that actively prevents colour shifts and ensures more reliable in-camera histograms, as well as guaranteeing a more efficient post-production process.

Calibrite ColorChecker White Balance Key Features:

• Full-sized version of that found within the standard 24-patch ColorChecker
• Ideal for both professional and amateur photographers and filmmakers
• Absolute neutral white reference that actively prevents colour shifts
• Ensures more reliable in-camera histograms and a more efficient post-production process
• Spectrally neutral in all lighting conditions
• Scientifically engineered production tool
• Produces a white-balance that is as close to real life as possible
• Use as the initial reference shot in a series of photographers
• Can be used to adjust colours within common photo processing software packages
• 21.59 x 27.94cm overall dimensions

What’s in the box?

• 1 x Calibrite ColorChecker White Balance
• 1 x Protective sleeve

FAQs:

Why should you not just use a white piece of paper?

For a more reliable and professional image, the Calibrite ColorChecker White Balance is a massive improvement on simply using a white piece of paper. This is because most objects are not actually neutral under all lighting conditions and are not reliable.

Does this come with a protective sleeve?

The Calibrite ColorChecker White Balance does come with a protective sleeve, which is ideal for transporting between studios and locations.

What is the best way to avoid damaging this product?

The most common way for these types of production tools to be damaged is through fingerprints and greasy hands when used on set. To avoid this, you can apply two small tabs of tape on the two opposing sides for assistants and talent to hold the card.

Can you use this outside for on-location shoots?

The Calibrite ColorChecker White Balance can be used outside, ideally held by the talent or model for the first shot to correct any exposure or colour issues. However, it has not been modified in any way and is not suited to use in inclement weather.

What does ‘Spectrally neutral’ mean?

Spectral neutrality refers to how this colour tool can reflect equal amounts of red, blue, and green.