Start your color control at the capture stage with the SpyderCheckr. It allows photographers to color calibrate their cameras, perform precision in-camera white balance and record known-color samples. SpyderCheckr helps capture consistent color from day to day and camera to camera and apply these results easily in your workflow with RAW import software such as, Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom. The sturdy, ecofriendly design has 48 spectrally engineered color patches, easy to use calibration software making post production quicker by getting consistent, predictable color right from the start. The SpyderCheckr makes your RAW workflow easy and fast giving a color standard for any camera. The neutral Gray Target & Gray Ramp is designed for in-camera white balance and visual neutrality analysis. Extensive skintone samples are perfect for portrait and fashion photography. The durable self cg construction makes for safe and easy transport and protects the unit in the field. The SpyderCheckr includes: SpyderCheckr SpyderCheckr Software CD Quick Start Guide. Supported Languages: English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Russian, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Korean and Japanese. System Requirements: XP, Vista, Win 7 Mac OS X (10.4 +) 128MB of available RAM 100MB of available hard disk space Adobe Lightroom, Photoshop, Elements or ACR. FROM THE MANUFACTURER The Datacolor SpyderCHECKR is a color reference tool that allows photographers to color calibrate their cameras, perform precision in-camera white balance, and record known-color samples. With its powerful software, SpyderCHECKR allows you to create a custom color standard for any camera and apply these results easily to your RAW workflow. Compatible with RAW import software such as Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, and Hasselblad Phocus, SpyderCHECKR's sturdy design gives you consistent, predictable color right from the start. SPYDERCHECKR AT A GLANCE: * Create a custom color standard for any camera * 48 spectrally engineered color patches * Neutral gray target for in-camera white balance * Easy-to-use calibration software * Compatible with most RAW import software * One-year warranty 48 spectrally engineered color patches let you create a custom color standard for any camera. View larger. Calibration software provides consistent, accurate color results. View larger. CUSTOM COLOR CONTROL FOR IMPROVED DIGITAL WORKFLOW With 48 spectrally engineered color patches, you can create a custom color standard for any camera. SpyderCHECKR gives you the reference tools to capture true color in your photo shoot, decreg your post-production work time. SpyderCHECKR also features a neutral gray target and gray ramp for in-camera white balance and visual neutrality analysis as well as extensive skin tone samples for portrait and fashion photography. CONSISTENCY AND ACCURACY FROM DAY TO DAY Adding color management at the capture stage of your digital workflow assures consistency and accuracy from day to day as well as from camera to camera. With SpyderCHECKR you can eliminate trial and error in color adjustment by automatically correcting color as part of your image import process. DURABLE CONSTRUCTION SpyderCHECKR's sturdy cg makes it easy to transport and use while in the field. It also comes equipped with a tripod mount and a FadeCheckr indicator--a light-sensitive patch that tracks the light exposure of color targets and warns you when it is time to replace the color cards. Replaceable color cards make it simple to change out faded targets over time. EASY-TO-USE CALIBRATION SOFTWARE SpyderCHECKR's easy-to-use software interacts with Adobe Lightroom, Photoshop, and Camera Raw to produce calibration presets that fit directly into your digital workflow. SpyderCHECKR is also the first color reference system that supports Hasselblad Phocus software. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS AND WARRANTY INFORMATION SpyderCHECKR is compatible with Windows XP (32/64), Vista (32/64), and 7 (32/64) operating systems as well as Mac OS X 10.4 or higher. To use this device, you need 128 MB RAM, 100 MB free hard disk space, and Adobe Lightroom v2 or higher or Photoshop CS3 or higher. SpyderCHECKR comes with a one-year hardware warranty and free online support. WHAT'S IN THE BOX SpyderCHECKR, software CD, and quick-start guide. OTHER PRODUCTS BY DATACOLOR: Light balance reference tool. Complete color management. At-home lens calibration. Color correction for HDTV. Color correction for printers.Easy to use software. Durable self cg Construction. Extensive Skintone Samples. Neutral Gray Target & Gray Ramp. Consistent Color Control for your RAW workflow.Manufacturer: Datacolor. Date First Available: October 1, 2010. Best Sellers Rank: #34 in Photographic Light Meter Color Calibration Charts. Customer Reviews: 4.0 out of 5 stars 5 ratings 4.0 out of 5 stars. Item model number: DC SCK100. : B00480OPZE. Item Weight: 1.32 pounds. Product Dimensions: 7.3 x 1.6 x 13 inches.
