Calibrite ColorChecker Grey Balance Mini

Calibrite ColorChecker Gray Balance Mini: Your Ideal Color Reference Tool

The Calibrite ColorChecker Gray Balance Mini is a compact version of the unimpeachable 18% gray reference square, typically found in the standard 24-patch ColorChecker. With dimensions of 6.4 x 10.9 cm, the Mini Gray Balance is the perfect tool for fieldwork. With application both during image capture and for post-production use, this gray card reduces editing time.

Scientifically engineered to offer an accurately uniform surface that is spectrally neutral (reflects equal amounts of red, blue, and green) under all lighting conditions, this card is the ideal tool for photographers. Use it as a starting reference shot in a series to get effortlessly precise color correction under diverse lighting by balancing on the average gray value.

The Mini Gray Balance is a practical tool for studio photographers as it enables quick setting of the correct studio lighting ratio between key and fill lights. This ensures capturing accurate colors without much post-shoot manipulation. It also offers reference values that can be quickly verified and used to adjust colors within the most common image editing software packages.

Trusted and heavily relied upon for over 40 years, ColorCheckers are the leading color references for image makers. They've been instrumental in developing custom DNG profiles for workflow in Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop. They can also be combined with the Calibrite ColorChecker Camera Calibration software to create a custom ICC camera profile for usage in Capture One or other ICC software.

Applications:

• Digital photography: Check images to correct white balance, verify exposure, balance primary and fill lighting.
• Analog photography: Check films, lighting, filters, and paper.
• Graphic Design: Check the process of print- and proofing.
• Digital image editing: Check scanners, monitors and proofing tools.
• Cinematography (TV and video): Check the set for lighting, film and the camera itself

Supported by third-party software:

• Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Lightroom via a free plugin.
• Color Finale.
• Black Magic DaVinci Resolve for color grading in a video editing workflow.
• Hasselblad Phocus for ICC camera profiling.
• 3DLUT Creator.
• DxO Photolab 4.

Features of the Calibrite ColorChecker Gray Balance Mini:

• Provides reference values for color checks and adjustments.
• Enables users to instantly correct color images by setting the mid-tone gray value.
• Allows fast setting of the right studio lighting ratio between key and fill lights.
• Suitable for use in humidity levels of 85% or lower, non-condensing.
• Dimensions: 6.4 x 10.9 cm, perfect for on-site shots.

Package Contents:

• Calibrite ColorChecker Gray Balance Mini