X-Rite Original ColorChecker Card
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.
- Achieve true-to-life color reproduction.
- Minimize tedious trial and error color adjustments
- Simplify camera and studio lighting balance
- Large Size: 8.5 x 11" (21.6 x 27.9 cm)
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 40 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
97%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Reliable (13)
- Great picture quality (7)
- Large viewing area (5)
- Accurate colors (4)
Cons
Best Uses
- Camera calibration (3)
- Portraits (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Business user (11), Casual user (4), Graphics enthusiast (4), Photographer (3), Quality oriented (3)
- Primary use:
- Business (23), Personal (14)
- Computer Platform:
- Mac (5), PC (5)
Most Liked Positive Review
Perfect Color and Density
The chart is made of durable plastic. The colors are durable and are matt finished so that they do not easily flare or glare when you you are shooting a test picture.
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The chart is made of durable plastic. The colors are durable and are matt finished so that they do not easily flare or glare when you you are shooting a test picture.
Put the color checker in the picture you are shooting for a test shot and you have a perfect raw or jpeg, color and B+W reference. The #2 grey step is perfect for white balancing your pictures in photoshop raw.
18 color steps and 6 B+W density steps. Worth every penny.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Looks a little blue to me
I have an Apple Cinema Display that I calibrate every few weeks with X-Rite EyeOne Display 2. With that and the ColorChecker, white balancing comes out a little cool. Don't know where in the...Read complete review
I have an Apple Cinema Display that I calibrate every few weeks with X-Rite EyeOne Display 2. With that and the ColorChecker, white balancing comes out a little cool. Don't know where in the system the breakdown could be, it's all X-Rite. Still, useful to have I guess.
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Pros
- Easy to use
- Lightweight
- Reliable Performance
- Simple color correction
Cons
- Must protect from weather
- Must replace periodically
Best Uses
- Camera profiles
- Simple color correction
Comments about X-Rite Original ColorChecker Card:
This is perhaps the simplest and best way to ensure that your colors are correct and that they print at they should.
Just include the the card in one shot in a series and it becomes the color standard for them all.
Once in Photoshop or some other Post Processing software, click on a color square and all of your colors are suddenly corrected. This process is simplified, but essentially correct.
Very useful for both indoor and outdoor shooting as well as for creating camera profiles and much more, but be careful to keep it safe from rain and do not get oils from fingers on it or the colors will change and quality will be reduced.
I highly reccomend it.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- PC
Pros
- Simple and convenient
Cons
- Too few gray patches
Best Uses
- calibration
Comments about X-Rite Original ColorChecker Card:
The ColorChecker arrived on time. However, there was a bubble on one of the color patches. I expected better quality control. For now, I rolled my finger over the bulge and the patch stuck back in place. Hope it stays this way!
- Primary use:
- Business
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Large Viewing Area
Cons
Best Uses
- Flow
Comments about X-Rite Original ColorChecker Card:
White Balance and more!
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- PC
Pros
- Large size
Cons
- No hard case
Best Uses
Comments about X-Rite Original ColorChecker Card:
Great for making camera profiles.
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
- Photo Editing
- Photography
Comments about X-Rite Original ColorChecker Card:
I love the size of the original CCC! I was previously using a CC Passport -- but sadly, lost it. The original is terrific. I use it in all my shoots!
- Primary use:
- Business
- Computer Platform:
- PC
Pros
- Great picture quality
- Quick colour correction
- Reliable Performance
Cons
- Only be used with RAW
Best Uses
- Camera calibration
- Colour correction
Comments about X-Rite Original ColorChecker Card:
I used the colour checker in a mixed lighting situation, part natural light part fluorescent and found the corrected colors were true to life. Am yet to use it in a difficult mixed lighting situation - tungsten and halogen in a hall. Am Expecting big things
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- PC
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
- Movies
- Photography
Comments about X-Rite Original ColorChecker Card:
The Price is Great, The Print Quality is Great
Best Choice for Independent Filmmakers.
- Primary use:
- Business
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Reliable Performance
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Camera profile
- Portraits
- Studio
Comments about X-Rite Original ColorChecker Card:
fantastic color chart. great for making camera profiles, color balance tool for any situation.
- Primary use:
- Business
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Reliable Performance
Cons
Best Uses
- Multi-Camera Shoots
- Multi-Location Shoots
Comments about X-Rite Original ColorChecker Card:
Matching footage from different sources is a real pain. Having a chart with this many references makes matching the footage much easier. To use this chart properly either you or your editor need to be able to color correct in post.
- Primary use:
- Business
- Computer Platform:
- PC
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about X-Rite Original ColorChecker Card:
Am still struggling with meshing the Color-Checker Card and its software with Bridge and Photoshop.
- Primary use:
- Business
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Comments about X-Rite Original ColorChecker Card:
Nice color chat. Not need to worry about color balance anymore.
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday use
- Landscape Photography
- Macro Photography
- Portraits
- Studio
Comments about X-Rite Original ColorChecker Card:
In this world of color and profies. It is a necessary tool to have easy to see where you are at in color reproduction and make corrections
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Large Viewing Area
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about X-Rite Original ColorChecker Card:
Large, each square about 1 inch on a side. Surface looks delicate and don't touch so I made reinforcing back and front sheet out of matte board to protect it in its supplied thin cardboard sleeve. Great for studio work, not sure about field work.
Advanced color control over just a grey card.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Great picture quality
- Large Viewing Area
- Reliable Performance
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about X-Rite Original ColorChecker Card:
This color checker card does as it promisises. As far as the color part it is very well made and has helped me with color balancing my photos. However, the colors are basically placed on top of a cardboard. The cardboard seems to be sturdy but you have to be carefull if you plan to take it on photo shoots. There is also a suggestion by the maker to avoid touching the colors and to keep them away from moisture or high humidity. I would like the same high quality color boxes built on something more sturdy. I still recommend this product if the above mentioned is not an issue for you.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Great picture quality
- Reliable Performance
Cons
- None
Best Uses
Comments about X-Rite Original ColorChecker Card:
Simple to use and helps me to calibrate my monitor and print colors. I used this card to establish a standard color print for calibrating.
Highly recommend for those wanting to establish a standard.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about X-Rite Original ColorChecker Card:
Verify color and develop a color profile for my digital camera.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
Cons
- Price is way too high
Best Uses
- Camera calibration
Comments about X-Rite Original ColorChecker Card:
I used this product to create profiles for my digital cameras. It works great and is a must when used with Adobe DNG Profile editor. It totally reduces my post processing time to color correct.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Reliable Performance
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about X-Rite Original ColorChecker Card:
Helps with proper color balance and exposure for location shoots.
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Large size
- Well made
Cons
- High Price
Best Uses
Comments about X-Rite Original ColorChecker Card:
I use the product primarily to see how my digital SLR records color, then secondarily as a tool to tweak my monitor's color, which is sometimes unsatisfactory after hardware and software calibration.
It works as claimed in its description. The only con is its price, and I wish it came with a wallet sturdier than a cardboard sleeve.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Easy to handle
- Large Viewing Area
- Reliable Performance
Cons
Best Uses
- Video Photography
Comments about X-Rite Original ColorChecker Card:
Excellent design, once your learn how to use it, and by that, I mean to detect color balance deviations by each color posted is the target. Well made, durable and a most have for still and video applications. Easy to calibrate pedestals with this chart. Way much cheaper than other solutions and great results.
- Primary use:
- Business
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