Datacolor Spyder Checkr 24

[Juvencio Parise]

Inthe realm of art, photographers use color subjectively as an element of creative interpretation. Color grading is an art form, and certain photographers are recognized by their post-processing. There are some scenarios though where color accuracy needs to be paramount. One example is in product photography for makeup, clothing, or anything where the color needs to match the product exactly. The Spyder Checkr Photo seems like the ideal tool to guarantee objective color accuracy.

In reading the step-by-step instructions, it would be easy to assume that this is a very time-intensive process. I decided to time the color grading from start to finish. Can you guess how long the entire process took?

When I ran my pictures through the software initially, I have to confess I was slightly irked. My work is known for its vibrancy and bold colors is what I am expected to deliver. I had planned that the software would color correct the whites, blacks, and hues of each color, but I did not think that it would change the luminosity or saturation of the colors. Here is an example of the adjustments it made on one of my photos.

I was not a happy camper when I saw that it had pulled the luminosity and saturation down on so many sliders. My initial reaction was that the image looked duller, but I decided to keep going from that point and edit the image as I usually would with the Datacolor calibration. It turned out that it didn't affect me reaching my typical bold and vibrant look. Here is the finished image.

This tool was designed to be a resource to photographers who want a fast, easy way to ensure consistent, accurate color. Datacolor aimed to create a post-production workflow, which helped create consistency across a variety of cameras, lenses, and sensors. I found this to be a simple and useful tool, which took the guessing out of color correction and ensured consistent color accuracy. Although it made some changes in my studio work, I noticed the most helpful change to be in the environmental portrait. Shooting outside or on location leaves your image opened to a myriad of color casts, from the sky to the immediate surroundings. At this low price, and with it being a tool I could easily throw in my pocket at a location shoot, I think this is a helpful tool. I can also see this tool being particularly handy in situations where images originate from different camera brands but require a uniform appearance in the final output. For instance, in a wedding scenario with photographers using Canon and Sony cameras, having this reference shot would streamline the process of achieving uniform and accurate colors across all images.

A user and happy to be. The one thing not mentioned is the datacolor spydercube, requires two shots one with and one without. I use on a Selfie stick, yes comes with a neck strap to dangle in front of camera. There is a need to watch a video on using, it takes a while to get things right. Like doing sunrises in the Grand Canyon, it is deep almost dark deep but the high points are bright and every layer of rocks are different colors. Next the exposure from top to bottom is varied. If you have ever been to one of the shops and looked at the post cards all have a blue hue down at the bottom but your eyes see more colors. It is a place where you want to capture what you see and get the proper exposure

It's a must have for every photographer with clients depending on color reproduction accuracy.. Clothing, product design, etc... Even people shooting Hasselblad and phase one are using it for simple reason ?

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