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Lightdow 12 x 12 Inch (30 x 30 cm) White Balance 18% Gray Reference Reflector Grey Card with Carry Bag [Folded Version]
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Color | Black,grey |
Brand | Lightdow |
Product Dimensions | 5.1"D x 5.1"W x 0.8"H |
Material | Nylon |
Included Components | Reflector |
About this item
- Gray side: Reflectance 17.8%; Density 0.74
- for Max. deviation of reflectance: 2%
- for Max. error in exposure measurements: 1/8 of F-stop
- This handy double sided pop up 18% grey/white card simplifies the complex technical issues surrounding exposure and color correction when working in different lighting conditions. It provides a major benefit when working under pressure at events such as weddings or fashion shows.
- Backed with Lightdow 90-Day Hassle Free Return & Replacement Warranty for Quality-Related Issue.
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Colour balance | 4.6 | 5.0 | — | — | — | 4.4 |
Easy to fold | 4.6 | 4.6 | — | — | — | 3.9 |
Accuracy | 4.6 | 4.5 | — | — | — | 4.5 |
Sold By | Lightdow Store | QQjiatrading | GrandProducts | RENIANUS | Letgood | Foto&Tech |
material | Nylon | — | — | Alloy Steel | — | Nylon |
Product Description
Ready to take better photos?
The quik balance collapsible 12" gray panel from Lightdow is a convenient tool to ensure that your photos and videos are accurately exposed and color balanced.
- One side of the panel is 18% gray, while the other side is neutral white.
- By taking a photo or video of either the white or gray side of the panel in the same lighting conditions as your final image, you can accurately adjust exposure and color balance in camera, or in your post-production software.
White Balance Card for Digital Photography
- washable
- collapsible
- accurate
Specifications:
PU material
- Gray side: Reflectance 17.8%; Density 0.74
- for Max. deviation of reflectance: 2%
- for Max. error in exposure measurements: 1/8 of F-stop
Features:
- The gray side of the panel has a target in the center so that your lens can find a focus point.
- The panel collapses to just 1/3 of its full size, allowing it to fit in most camera bags.
- A zippered storage sleeve is included to keep the panel collapsed during transport.
White Card
White Card is basically used to define the white balance, which is often replaced by a sheet of white paper due to its easy access to materials nature. The correct exposure of the white card makes the definition of the white balance of the picture noise is so small that very conducive to define. However, the correct exposure of white card compared to gray card to be more difficult, - generally we recommend to use gray card to define the white balance.
Why gray card, white card can be used to define the white balance?
Because both are R = G = B. That is, as long as the card is R = G = B color, it can be used to define white balance, only in this way, they can be separated from the white balance information carried.
18° Gray Card and Focus
Gray Card, - generally refers to 18% reflectance gray card. Since the camera exposure is based on 18% reflectance, we use the gray card metering to get the correct exposure. Another use of the gray card is to define the white balance. Because of the correct exposure values mentioned above, the gray card carries the correct white balance information.
How to Fix WB In-Camera With a Grey Card
How to Fix WB In-Camera With a Grey Card
The exact way of setting the white balance in camera with a grey card might differ from below, depending on the manufacturers.
Check your camera manual or search on Google about custom white balance and specify your camera’s model.
- Place the grey card in the scene;
- Set the camera to manual focus;
- Frame the shot so that the grey card fills the whole frame. Don’t worry about the sharpness of the image. It will work fine even if it’s out of focus;
- Check exposure and adjust if you need to;
- Press the WB button while turning the main dial until you select PRE.
- Release the button. Press and hold it again until the letters PRE start flashing.
- Take the photo of the grey card before PRE stops flashing.
- That´s all! The camera has just created a WB preset based on the photo you just took.
In other camera models, you might need to take a photo of the grey card and then select it in the Custom White Balance as the reference image.
Exposure Measurement
White Balance Calibration
Here's how it works:
1. Exposure Measurement: By metering the light falling on the gray card, photographers can determine the correct exposure settings for their camera. This is especially useful in situations where the light may be uneven or challenging to measure accurately.
2. White Balance Calibration: Gray cards are neutral in color, and this neutrality helps in setting the correct white balance for a photograph. Photographers can use the gray card as a reference point for adjusting the color temperature of the image, ensuring that whites appear truly white without any color casts.
To use a gray card, you typically take a test shot with the card in the scene under the same lighting conditions as your subject. Then, during post-processing, you can use the values from the gray card to adjust exposure and white balance for the entire set of photos taken under similar lighting conditions.
Product information
Product Dimensions | 4.72 x 4.72 x 1.18 inches |
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Item Weight | 2.68 ounces |
ASIN | B00HT9MA1W |
Item model number | LD-FB131 |
Customer Reviews |
4.7 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #1 in Photographic Light Meter Grey Cards |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | January 18, 2014 |
Manufacturer | Life of Photo |
Country of Origin | China |
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Customers like the ease of folding of the grey card. They mention that it folds to a great little package, and takes up about as much space as your open hand. They appreciate the value for money, saying that it gets the job done for the price. Customers like that the grey cards are quite small but large enough to do the job. They say that it's reasonably well made, and reliable. Customers also appreciate the portability of the product, saying it'll fit in a camera bag.
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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the camera stage lighting modifier. They mention that it works awesome, does exactly what they need, and is still usable. Some say that the product is excellent and is easily discernible on medium range to close up shots.
"...Works exactly as advertised. There's not really anything fancy to say about it...." Read more
"...With my Canon M5 it works perfectly. So if you have a canon sensor i highly recommend." Read more
"I have received purchased item. Everything is top notch...." Read more
"Works as described. Perfect size for location shooting. Folds up to a small size which easily fits into its carrying pouch." Read more
Customers like the size of the camera stage lighting modifier. They say it's the perfect size to tuck into a side pocket or laptop pocket, and is small enough to throw in the camera back. They also say it works and doesn't take up much space.
"Happy i bought this, its small, folds easily and takes up no space...." Read more
"...The quick and easy fold-up means it's perfectly compact and will fit in a camera bag, back pocket, or whatever other small space you have available..." Read more
"Works as described. Perfect size for location shooting. Folds up to a small size which easily fits into its carrying pouch." Read more
"...I like how it folds up and is small. Works great!" Read more
Customers like the white balance of the camera stage lighting modifier. They say it gives a true representation of color, and it helps them get perfect white balance in any environment. Customers also mention that it comes with color correcting software.
"...I do a lot of product photography, and the color balance needs to be very accurate. With my Canon M5 it works perfectly...." Read more
"...On my GH5, this works just fine for setting white balance...." Read more
"It gets the white balance really close, and folds down to nothing. Haven't had any durability issues...." Read more
"This was a great little and easy white balance tool. I like how it folds up and is small. Works great!" Read more
Customers find the camera stage lighting modifier easy to fold. They mention it folds neatly into the included zipper pouch for easy transport. Some say it's perfectly compact and will fit in a camera. That said, most are happy with the compact foldable reference surfaces.
"Comes with a zip up pouch so it folds away and stores in my camera bag easily. Works exactly as advertised...." Read more
"Happy i bought this, its small, folds easily and takes up no space...." Read more
"...The quick and easy fold-up means it's perfectly compact and will fit in a camera bag, back pocket, or whatever other small space you have available..." Read more
"...It folds into a small flat zipper pouch for travel/storage. Take it out and it pops open. A quick twist when finished and it goes back into the pouch." Read more
Customers like the durability of the camera stage lighting modifier. They say it's reasonably well made, reliable, and not going to break on you. Some customers also mention that the fabric is thin but not overly so. Overall, customers are satisfied with the durability and quality of the product.
"...customer support, packing job, your prompt shipping and high quality of received item. I am super happy...." Read more
"...I did not have any black marks as some showed and the frame is still holding up, though I only used it maybe 10 times so far...." Read more
"...Its simplicity and effectiveness make it a reliable tool in my photography toolkit, and I'm pleased with its performance." Read more
"...Strap" that is on the case had been pulled off at one end and was totally frayed (see attached photo)...." Read more
Customers find the camera stage lighting modifier portable, handy, and small to throw in their camera bag. They say it's inexpensive and easy to set your white balance in the field. Customers also say it is light weight and easy for on the go. They mention it'll fit in their back pocket and is perfect for on-the-go use.
"...If you need an inexpensive easily portable device to set your white balance in the field it's almost a no brainer." Read more
"...The quick and easy fold-up means it's perfectly compact and will fit in a camera bag, back pocket, or whatever other small space you have available..." Read more
"...Haven't had any durability issues. Easily fits in my back pocket and in any camera bag...." Read more
"Easier to fit into my travel gear bag than my Kodak reference cards and that is what I bought it for...." Read more
Customers find the camera stage lighting modifier easy to use. They say it provides quick and accurate white balance, is simple, and convenient. Customers also say the grey side is easy to operate and makes it easy to target on set. They mention that its simplicity and effectiveness make it a reliable tool in their photography toolkit.
"...Its simplicity and effectiveness make it a reliable tool in my photography toolkit, and I'm pleased with its performance." Read more
"...feather and it's cloth over wire frame construction means it's very easy to set up against a tree or whatever in the field, set white balance, then..." Read more
"...Fairly easy, no surprises...." Read more
"...then this will work for you and will make it easier to dial in shots than guessing or using a smaller solution...." Read more
Customers find the value of the grey card to be great. They say it is affordable, portable, and worth every penny. Customers also say it gets the job done for the price and is a good cheap thing for their kit.
"...Get one. Given its low price, you can't go wrong. It might not be 100% perfect but it's almost perfect and especially so for the price it's at." Read more
"...This target is a low budget solution to a lot of set up issues most studio photographers face...." Read more
"It's a good price and seems like it's what I need so I will be using it a good amount...." Read more
"...Not such a terrible thing since they are priced so well. They are accurate, easily fold to a small size and weigh next to nothing...." Read more
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On my GH5, this works just fine for setting white balance. I've tried with both the white side and the gray side and both seem to produce the same results.
Plus, it's pretty fun to snap it open when pulling it out of its 4" x 4" bag. The quick and easy fold-up means it's perfectly compact and will fit in a camera bag, back pocket, or whatever other small space you have available (the side pockets on a camera bag work great).
Clients also love it. It's something they can quickly hold and it seems like giving them something to hold while getting the frame set helps reduce their anxiety about filming.
Get one. Given its low price, you can't go wrong. It might not be 100% perfect but it's almost perfect and especially so for the price it's at.
Reviewed in the United States on January 30, 2024
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Reviewed in Canada on March 11, 2024
これだからAmazonは、、、レビューが多くても日本語レビューないのは信用できないですね。