Camera White Balance & Color Calibration

SpyderLensCal Autofocus Calibration Aid

Samy's Camera — Sat, 01 Jan 2011 08:00:00 GMT

SpyderLensCal provides a fast, reliable method of measuring the focus performance on your camera and lens combinations. It allows photographers to obtain razor-sharp focusing or check to see that their lenses are working at their peak performance. This device is compact, lightweight and durable, with integrated level and tripod mount.

FEATURES:

Fast, easy solution for your interchangeable lenses and recent DSLR bodies provides razor-sharp auto-focusing, using modern DSLR autofocus micro-adjustment technology
Compact, lightweight and durable, with integrated level and tri-pod mount, making this the most convenient way to adjust your own camera gear
Save time and hassle of sending your equipment in for service. Now you can check or calibrate your own lenses
Accurate and repeatable Calibration of your lenses and recent DSLR bodies
Worthwhile investment to ensure your camera is focusing your lenses as precisely as possible

$58.99

SpyderCheckr Color Calibration Tool for Digital Cameras

Samy's Camera — Sat, 01 Jan 2011 08:00:00 GMT

The SpyderCheckr Color Calibration Tool for Digital Cameras from Datacolor is a color target for use with digital cameras. It features 48 swatches, including various shades of gray and skintones. You can use the swatches to perform a custom white balance on your camera, ensuring that your camera settings correctly match the lighting conditions in which you are shooting.

The SpyderCheckr ships with software for Mac and Windows. In order to use it, you'll have to use an Adobe Camera RAW (ACR) post-production workflow. This allows you to use the calibration tool in conjunction with Photoshop, Photoshop Elements and Photoshop Lightroom

FEATURES:

Consistent Color Control for your RAW workflow made easy and fast with SpyderCheckr and its powerful software, giving you a color standard for any camera and decreasing your post-production time
Neutral gray target and gray ramp for in-camera white balance and visual neutrality analysis
Extensive skintone samples for portrait and fashion photography
Durable, eco-friendly self casing construction for easy transport and field use, with replaceable targets, tripod mount and Fade strip indicator
Easy-to-use software interacts with Adobe Photoshop Lightroom, Photoshop, Photoshop Elements and Camera Raw to produce calibration presets, which fit directly into your digital workflow. No DNG processing is required and a multiple lightsource calibration option is included

$134.00

DGK-1 White Balance Card Set

Samy's Camera — Sat, 01 Jan 2011 08:00:00 GMT

The DGK-1 White Balance Card Set brings science to the art of digital color control. The White Balance Card Set is the user-friendly, economical, and indispensable color correction tool that belongs in every photographer's bag. Digital Grey Kard gives you perfect digital color every time.

To use this set of three cards - Black, White and Neutral Grey simply take a picture of the card in the same lighting your subject is (or was) in. Use auto white balance and P (Program) mode for the picture. You can either use the resulting picture as the basis for a custom white balance setting, or you can use the Digital Grey Kard picture during post processing for a custom white balance.

The glossy surface of the Cards will instantly reveal any reflections that may lead to incorrect white balance. If reflections are seen on the cards surface during a white balance operation, reposition the card so that reflections are eliminated.

$17.99

DGK-2 Premium White Balance Card Set

Samy's Camera — Sat, 01 Jan 2011 08:00:00 GMT

The Digital Grey Kard Premium White Balance Card Set with Premium Lanyard (Set of Three Cards) from Digital Image Flow brings science to the art of digital color control. Digital Grey Kard is the user-friendly, economical, and indispensable color correction tool that belongs in every photographer's bag. Digital Grey Kard gives you perfect digital color every time.

By using this set of three cards - Black, White and Neutral Grey simply take a picture of the card in the same lighting your subject is (or was) in. Use auto white balance and P (Program) mode for the picture. You can either use the resulting picture as the basis for a custom white balance setting, or you can use the White Balance Card Set picture during post processing for a custom white balance.

The glossy surface of the White Balance Card Set will instantly reveal any reflections that may lead to incorrect white balance. If reflections are seen on the Card surface during a white balance operation, reposition the Card so that reflections are eliminated.

$21.95

DGK-E Grey Kard Event White Balance Card

Samy's Camera — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 07:00:00 GMT

The Digital Grey Kard - Event from Digital Image Flow is a medium-sized white balance card designed to provide a reference for digital color correction, and is the simplest, most powerful and accurate white balance tool you can buy. The neutral spectral characteristics of this card have been measured and verified using the X-Rite Eye-One spectrophotometer making it perfect for studio or on-location shooting to provide critical color control. The Digital Grey Kard - Event consists of a 5 x 7 x 1/8" (127 x 178 x 3mm) color calibrated white balance tool/color reference card, a premium quality lanyard, and a user's guide that makes it easy to achieve perfect color balance. The convenient premium lanyard makes finding and retrieving the Digital Grey Kard easy, even if it is buried deep in your gear bag.

$22.49

DKC-Pro Multifunction Color Chart

Samy's Camera — Sat, 01 Jan 2011 08:00:00 GMT

The DGK Color Tools DKC-Pro Multifunction Color Chart is a color tool for the performance of several tasks related to photography: white balance, exposure setting and color correction. The package consists of a DKC-Pro card 5.0 x 7.0" (12.7 x 17.8 cm), a Quick-start guide 3-fold card, and a Resource CD with additional guides and color profile software.

The color chart features multiple neutral gray targets for performing white balance in all lighting conditions. A large calibrated 18% gray patch and 6-step gray scale enable the performance of exposure setting. The gray scale can adjust and control for proper exposure using the histogram function of DSLR and other HD video cameras. On the opposing side of the chart, there are 18 scientifically prepared color targets for performing color correction in cameras, displays, and printers, along with software for creating custom color profiles using Adobe Camera Raw (CS2 or higher).

The color patches are 100% coated with DGK's n-Chrome process, allowing for a much higher level of color saturation, luminance, and accuracy, while getting rid of metamerism. These patches represent the primary colors, process colors, and natural colors like human skin, sky, flowers, fruit, and foliage. The card creates an objective reference to be used in the studio or in your post-production work to compare and analyze any color differences or errors. This way, you can be assured of top-notch digital colors every time, from capture to display and print!

$24.95

Grey Kard Studio White Balance Card

Samy's Camera — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 07:00:00 GMT

The Digital Grey Kard - Studio is a full-sized white balance card designed to provide a reference for digital color correction, and is the simplest, most powerful and accurate white balance tool you can buy. The neutral spectral characteristics of this card have been measured and verified using the X-Rite Eye-One spectrophotometer making it perfect for studio or on-location shooting to provide critical color control. The Digital Grey Kard - Studio consists of a 8.5 x 11 x 1/8" (216 x 279 x 3mm) color calibrated white balance tool / color reference card, a premium quality lanyard, and a user's guide that makes it easy to achieve perfect color balance. The convenient premium lanyard makes finding and retrieving the Digital Grey Kard easy, even if it is buried deep in your gear bag.

$24.99

Mini Digital Color Balance Cards

Samy's Camera — Sat, 01 Jan 2011 08:00:00 GMT

These Mini Digital Color Balance Cards are designed for the photographer who wants Color Balance Cards that can be used easily for small product photography or are readily available via a quick release lanyard. They measure 2-1/4 x 3-1/2". They are made of a laminated plastic that is resistant to moisture so they won't warp. This enables them to be washed with regular soap and water if they become soiled. The are flexible, 2-sided and more durable than standard cardboard cards. The lanyard comes with one each white, gray and black cards and features a quick release. Available in a reusable peg package for storage.

$11.95

Digital Color Balance Gray Cards

Samy's Camera — Sat, 01 Jan 2011 08:00:00 GMT

These 18% Digital Gray Cards are spectrally neutral under all lighting conditions giving a true and accurate representation of the physical qualities of the light illuminating the card. They are made of a unique material that is resistant to moisture so they won't warp. This enables them to be washed with regular soap and water if they become soiled. The color permeates the material making the cards 2-sided. If the cards become scratched, they may be lightly polished to restore the surface. They measure 8x10

$12.95

Digital Color Balance Cards

Samy's Camera — Sat, 01 Jan 2011 08:00:00 GMT

These Digital Color Balance Cards are spectrally neutral under all lighting conditions giving a true and accurate representation of the physical qualities of the light illuminating the card. They are made of a unique material that is resistant to moisture so they won't warp. This enables them to be washed with regular soap and water if they become soiled. The color permeates the material making the cards 2-sided. If the cards become scratched, they may be lightly polished to restore the surface. They measure 8x10

$15.95

Ezy Balance 12" Collapsible 18% Grey & RGB White Exposure Aid

Samy's Camera — Sat, 01 Jan 2011 08:00:00 GMT

The Ezybalance is a revolutionary tool, ideal for adjusting color balance and exposure settings in both digital and film format cameras, as well as DV cams.

The Ezybalance gives accurate color rendition to cameras by providing a pure white surface upon which the camera can perform a white balance. The other side of the Ezybalance provides an 18% gray card surface suitable for adjusting the camera to get the most accurate exposure setting.

$29.95

Ezy Balance 20" Collapsible 18% Grey & RGB White Exposure Aid

Samy's Camera — Sat, 01 Jan 2011 08:00:00 GMT

The Ezybalance is a revolutionary tool, ideal for adjusting color balance and exposure settings in both digital and film format cameras, as well as DV cams. The Ezybalance gives accurate color rendition to cameras by providing a pure white surface upon which the camera can perform a white balance. The other side of the Ezybalance provides an 18% gray card surface suitable for adjusting the camera to get the most accurate exposure setting. Conventional methods of exposure control consist of using large gray cumbersome cardboard that is easily stained and over time becomes dog-eared, posing the risk of taking incorrect exposure readings.

By design, the Ezybalance folds to just a third of it's 20" opened round size making it infinitely more convenient and allowing it to fit into a small bag or pocket. Suitable for all environments, the Ezybalance is made of a high quality, wipe clean surface material, sewn to a sprung steel rim using triple row stitch technology - further ensuring its craftsmanship and durability. The Ezybalance - 'Point and Shoot' will allow you to concentrate on the important part of graphic art - i.e. composition and 'capturing the moment', instead of being concerned about the technical issues of exposure or color correction. This is a major benefit when working under pressure at events such as weddings or fashion shows.

$44.95

Zebra 2 Sided Grey Card, 18% Grey / White, 6 x 8 in.

Samy's Camera — Thu, 26 Jul 2012 07:00:00 GMT

Consider the Novoflex Zebra 2 Sided Grey Card, 18% Grey / White, 6 x 8 in. card from the accessory specialist Novoflex. Checking always has to beat guessing; and now there's a perfect check card for exposure metering and white balance.

The flexible check card, made of a special polymer, has an antireflection coating on both sides: one side white, the other grey. The grey side serves as reference area for exposure metering while the white side enables correct white balance that is so important in digital photography.

Handling couldn't be easier. The camera takes a light reading of either side of the check card to perform an exposure measurement or white balance and, hey presto, the camera is set optimally for the prevailing light conditions to guarantee perfect shots.

The Novoflex ZEBRA check card is a must for every quality-conscious photographer, regardless of the medium used to capture images.

$27.99

Zebra Card, Extra Large - 8 x 12 in.

Samy's Camera — Tue, 24 Jul 2012 07:00:00 GMT

The Novoflex 8 x 12", Extra Large Flexible Zebra Check Card The grey side serves as reference area for exposure metering while the white side enables correct white balance that is so important in digital photography.

The camera takes a light reading of either side of the check card to perform an exposure measurement or white balance and, in a few seconds, the camera is set optimally for the prevailing light conditions to guarantee perfect shots.

Made of a special polymer
Has an anti-reflection coating on both sides: one side white, the other grey
Easy to handle
Good for film or digital shooting

$34.99

58mm White Balance Lens Cap

Samy's Camera — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 07:00:00 GMT

The Polaroid 58mm White Balance Lens Cap is great for use with digital cameras. Just place the White Balance Lens Cap, point your camera at a subject area, and the incoming light is diffused to create an average white balance for a particular scene. (Check camera manufacturer''s manual for setting white balance.). The White Balance Lens Cap easily slips on to the front of any appropriately sized lens, or a lens with a protective filter. Even if your lens has a bayonet mount on the outside, simply use the adapter provided. The lens cap comes with a handy loop to connect it to a camera strap or strap lug so you don''t lose the cap.

Features:

Helps Eliminate Undesirable Color Casts
Provides Accurate White Balance Measurement
Works with Any Digital Camera that has Manual White Balance Feature
Just Slip It On, Or Use the Adapter Provided
Compact, Stores Easily, Threaded, Screw-on Design
Fits Any 58 mm Lens: Works with any brand lenses
Replaces Regular Lens Cap: With the white balance lens cap, you get 2 items in 1 - a lens cap and a white balance card
Consistent Results: Having the white balance reference so close to the lens means the white balance will be consistent each time
Integrated Center Lock: The lens cap features the classic center lock mechanism found on most lenses to keep the lens protected when not in use

$19.95

G6 Pocket White Balance Gray Card (2 x 3.5")

Samy's Camera — Sat, 01 Jan 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Having a "GrayCard" reference is the best assurance that the digital pictures that you capture will have the ability to be properly White Balanced. Only with a proper White Balance can you be ensured of proper and accurate color, regardless of lighting conditions. Unlike your eyes, a digital camera does not automatically see whites as white. It sees the color of the light reflected from it, hence blue-ish in Daylight and Orange-ish in incandescent lighting. By photographing a Gray Card reference for each lighting situation that you are in, you are assured of being able to achieve a proper White Balance for all of your pictures.The Gray Card reference picture can be used with today's software to balance the color casts that various lighting conditions produce with all digital cameras. The best method to properly White Balance your digital pictures is by using a Gray Card properly and shooting RAW. RAW Conversion Software such as Adobe Camera Raw and RawShooter can then perfectly adjust all the captures that were shot under the same lighting conditions. And the beauty of the WhiBal(tm) is that it is small enough to fit in your pocket or around your neck, so that it will be used on a regular basis, as above. Remember that the most accurate Gray Card is useless if it sits in your camera bag.

FEATURES:

It fits in your shirt pocket. (same size as an American business card ...2x3.5 inches)...so you will actually use it rather than have it in your bag!
It is basically indestructible, waterproof, etc.
Come with a convenient stand for ease of setup on tables or flat surfaces. No need for someone to hold the WhiBal.
All 3 reference "shades" are essentially equal to or better than all tested "reference cards" for neutrality and spectral flatness.
The Gray card is designed for low reflectivity, except the sticker is intentionally highly reflective so that maximum TrueBlack(tm) Blackpoint level may be achieved.
Can be used to set white balance reference, Black point and White point.

$29.95

G6 Studio White Balance Gray Card (3.5 x 6")

Samy's Camera — Sat, 01 Jan 2011 08:00:00 GMT

It is basically indestructible, waterproof, etc.
Come with a convenient stand for ease of setup on tables or flat surfaces. No need for someone to hold the WhiBal.
All 3 reference "shades" are essentially equal to or better than all tested "reference cards" for neutrality and spectral flatness.
The Gray card is designed for low reflectivity, except the sticker is intentionally highly reflective so that maximum TrueBlack(tm) Blackpoint level may be achieved.
Can be used to set white balance reference, Black point and White point.

$36.95

ColorChecker Custom White Balance Card

Samy's Camera — Sat, 01 Jan 2011 08:00:00 GMT

The Xrite ColorChecker Custom White Balance Card is a full size version of the white reference square found on the standard 24-patch ColorChecker Card. This white card is scientifically engineered to provide a precise uniform surface that is spectrally neutral (reflects equal amounts of red, blue and green) in all types of light conditions. The ColorChecker Custom White Balance card gives photographers a way to adjust the digital camera's color sensitivity to match the ambient lighting conditions exactly, in effect, change what that the camera "sees." Even in a controlled studio environment, establishing an accurate custom white balance ensures an accurate image from the start of each new photo session.

FEATURES

Achieve true-to-life color reproduction
Minimize tedious trial and error color adjustments
Simplify camera and studio lighting balance
Large Size: 8.25 x 11" (21.6 x 27.9 cm)

$51.00

ColorChecker Gray Scale Card

Samy's Camera — Sat, 01 Jan 2011 08:00:00 GMT

The ColorChecker Gray Scale Card from Xrite is a full-size version of the white, 18% gray and black reference square used in the standard 24-patch ColorChecker. This target is scientifically engineered to provide a precise uniform surface that is spectrally neutral (reflects equal amounts of red, blue and green) in all types of light conditions. Photographers can use the ColorChecker Gray Scale as the first reference shot in a series to easily correct image color under most lighting conditions by balancing on the mid tone gray value.

For the studio photographer, the X-Rite ColorChecker Gray Scale lets him or her quickly set up the proper studio lighting ratio between main and fill lights for capturing accurate color with a minimum of after-the-fact manipulation.

In addition, the ColorChecker Gray Scale provides reference values that can quickly be checked and used to adjust colors within most common photo processing software packages.

FEATURES

Provides reference values to check and adjust colors
Allows users to instantly correct color images by setting the mid-tone gray value
Enables quick setup of proper studio lighting ratio between main and fill lights
Large Size: 8.25 x 11" (21.6 x 27.9 cm)

$62.00

Original ColorChecker Card

Samy's Camera — Sat, 01 Jan 2011 08:00:00 GMT

The Original ColorChecker Card from Xrite is a checkerboard array of 24 scientifically prepared colored squares in a wide range of colors. Many of these squares represent natural objects of special interest, such as human skin, foliage and blue sky. These squares are not only the same color as their counterparts, but also reflect light the same way in all parts of the visible spectrum. Because of this unique feature, the squares will match the colors of natural objects under any illumination and with any color reproduction process.

The ColorChecker provides a totally non-subjective standard of comparison to help determine the true color balance of any color rendition system, and it provides the needed standard for comparing, measuring and analyzing differences in color reproduction in various processes, thereby avoiding costly mistakes.

FEATURES

Achieve true-to-life color reproduction.
Minimize tedious trial and error color adjustments
Simplify camera and studio lighting balance
Large Size: 8.25 x 11" (21.5 x 27.9 cm)

$77.00

ColorChecker Passport

Samy's Camera — Sat, 01 Jan 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Combining the powerful color capabilities of the ColorChecker Passport and Adobe Imaging solutions into your RAW workflow will undeniably reduce your image processing time and improve quality control. Quickly and easily capture accurate color, instantly enhance portraits and landscapes and maintain color control and consistency from capture to edit. Achieve superior color results in a fraction of the time. ColorChecker Passport combines 3 photographic targets into one pocket size protective case that self-stands to adjust to any scene. Together with the software you get the ultimate in functionality, flexibility and portability. Starting with an accurate white balance ensures the colors you capture are true. Use the White Balance Target to create a custom in-camera white balance for a set of images and eliminate the need to correct each image later.With the Enhancement Target you can creatively refine the color of your images with just a few clicks. Add warmth to skin tones. Boost the deep greens or blues in a landscape. Put warmth and depth of film back into your digital photos. Or use as a visual reference for judging, controlling and editing images for shadow details, highlight clipping or color shifts. Adobe Imaging users

$99.00