Calibrite
Calibrite Colorchecker 3 Step Grayscale Card
Best professional tool for achieving precise color balance and exposure.
Achieve perfect color balance and exposure with this essential tool for photographers and videographers. It features a full-sized target with white, 18% gray, and black reference squares, mirroring the classic target. The spectrally neutral surface ensures accurate color representation under any lighting. Use it to easily check images, set white balance, verify exposure, and assess color bias in cameras and lights. It's also useful for evaluating films, filters, and paper, providing a precise and uniform reference for critical adjustments. The target measures 8 x 11.5 inches.
$89.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
26
/ 1252
#26 in Camera Accessory Sets
Price vs Category Average
-77%
Below average
Target size
8.11.5.
/ in x in
Who it's for
- Professional photographers needing consistent color accuracy across diverse lighting
- Busy creators seeking fast, precise white balance in post-production
- Travel photographers requiring rugged, space-saving gear for field work
Who should skip it
- Colorists requiring advanced tonal mapping or full gradient profiling
- Careless users working in harsh, dusty, or high-traffic environments
- Budget-conscious hobbyists satisfied with generic or DIY alternatives
Performance breakdown
Spectral Neutrality
Provides a consistent, reliable reference point across all lighting conditions.
Surface Durability
Robust construction withstands frequent handling in demanding studio environments.
Exposure Accuracy
The 18% gray patch makes nailing exposure settings incredibly straightforward.
Workflow Integration
Large format simplifies white balance and color correction in post-production.
Portability
Full-sized dimensions offer precision but require dedicated space in your kit.
Lighting Calibration
Essential for balancing complex multi-light setups with absolute confidence.
Key Specs
Target size
8 in. x 11.5 in.
Intended Use
Photography, Videography, Studio Use
Know before you buy
While a standard gray card only provides an 18% gray reference for exposure, this card includes dedicated white and black patches. This allows you to calibrate your entire tonal range, making it easier to set white balance and check for clipping in your highlights and shadows.
The card features a spectrally neutral, matte surface. This design is intentional to minimize glare and reflections, ensuring you get an accurate reading regardless of the light source angle.
It is perfectly suited for both. In video, it is an excellent tool for balancing multiple cameras or verifying the consistency of your lighting setup before you start rolling.
The size is designed to be large enough for easy framing and accurate metering from a distance. While it is not as portable as pocket-sized cards, it is ideal for studio work or controlled location shoots where precision is the priority.
Place the card in your scene and take a reference shot. By analyzing the white and gray patches in your editing software, you can identify if your lights are introducing an unwanted color cast, such as a green or magenta tint, and correct it accordingly.
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