Gray card for manual white balance

Gray Card for White Balance

A gray card is the fastest way to get colors just right. All it takes is a reference photo taken under the existing lighting conditions, and you can later adjust the entire series to a neutral tone with a single click. Here you’ll find gray cards in 2-in-1 and 3-in-1 sets, as well as foldable versions for on-the-go use.

White Balance and Gray Card GC-1

White Balance and Gray Card GC-1 The 2in1 Gray Card SET is a practical aid for creating a correct white balance or measuring the color temperature when photographing. For daylight shots the gray card (18% reflection) is held in front of the subject, model, object to provide a neutral color tone for the camera's light meter. The white card can be used in low light conditions (e.g. twilight) for manual white balance. Photograph the white and white card together to determine the contrast range of the photo. The gray card can also be used as a reference for viewing on a monitor. Simply take a photo of the subject with the card in the image and adjust it to the 18% gray card in the image editing program. Product features: SET of 2 cards - grey (18%), whitesize - 250 x 200 mmMaterial: cardboard not waterproof Scope of delivery: 1 x grey card 1 x white card

CHF 15.00*

JJC RG-G30 30cm Collapsible Light White Balance 18% Grey Gray Card

Foldable gray card 2in1 30cm: Your solution for perfect white balance and exposure metering The foldable gray card 2in1 is a simple tool for anyone who values precise exposure and accurate white balance. With its handy size of 30 x 30 cm, it is perfect for use both in the studio and outdoors. Thanks to the clever folding technique, you can fold it up and down quickly – ideal for on the go. Here you can find out why the foldable gray card 2in1 should not be missing in any photo equipment and how it can help you to make your pictures even better. What is the foldable gray card 2in1? The foldable gray card 2in1 has two sides: One gray and one white. The gray side reflects about 18% of the light and is mainly used for exposure metering and white balance. The white side reflects about 90 % of the light and is also suitable for white balance. Both sides have a color-neutral and water-repellent coating, which makes them particularly durable and robust – ideal whether you are taking photos indoors or outdoors. Why you should use a gray card - Precise exposure metering: With the 18% gray surface, you can precisely measure the light conditions. This helps you to optimally adjust your camera settings so that your photos are neither overexposed nor underexposed. - Perfect white balance: The gray card helps you to achieve natural and consistent colors. Simply take a reference shot of the gray card in the light falling on your subject before the photo session. Later, you can adjust the white balance and easily correct color casts with one click in image editing. - Various applications: Whether portrait, landscape or product photography - the grey card helps you to avoid color distortions and display the colors of your subjects as authentically as possible. It is particularly indispensable in product photography to ensure that the colors of your products are reproduced correctly. How do you use the foldable gray card 2in1 in digital photography? Using the foldable gray card 2in1 is child's play and you don't need any special prior knowledge. This is how you proceed: 1.Take a reference photo: Before you start the actual photo session, place the gray card in the light falling on your subject and take a reference photo. 2. Photographing: You can then photograph your subjects as usual. You only need the gray card for the reference shot; it can be left out for the other pictures. 3. White balance in post-processing: Öffne your photos on the computer and use the reference image to set the white balance. In most image editing programs, simply click on the grey area of the gray card to correct the white balance. This ensures that all photos have the same natural colors. The practical features of the foldable gray card 2in1 - Compact and easy to transport: Thanks to the patented folding technology, the gray card can be easily folded and stored in the supplied carrying bag. This means it fits in any photo bag and is always to hand. - Robust and easy to clean: The water-repellent coating makes the gray card resistant and easy to clean. No matter whether you are taking photos in the rain or in dusty environments – the gray card always remains ready for use. - Versatile use: The grey card is not only ideal for photography, but also for video productions to ensure consistent colors. Conclusion: Why the foldable gray card 2in1 belongs in your equipment The Foldable Gray Card 2in1 is a small but incredibly useful tool that will take your photography to the next level. With accurate exposure metering and precise white balance, you can ensure that your photos always have the right colors and brightness values. It's lightweight, compact and robust - perfect for when you're on the move and want to keep your equipment as handy as possible. With the gray card in your photo bag, you can rely on professional image quality without much effort. Scope of delivery:- 1x foldable gray card 2in1 (white and gray) - 1x carrying bag Discover the advantages of the foldable gray card 2in1 and take your photography to the next level!

CHF 24.00*

Grey Card GC-3 Set 3in1 grey, white, black

JJC 3 in 1 Grey Card Set GC-3 The 3in1 Grey Card SET is a practical helper to create a correct white balance or measure the colour temperature when taking photos. For daylight photography, the grey card (18% reflectance) is held in front of the subject, model, object to provide a neutral colour tone for the camera's exposure meter. The white card can be used for manual white balance in low light (e.g. dawn). Photograph the white and black card together with in the picture to determine the contrast range of the photo. Small and handy, the 3 cards fit into any photo bag. They are also made of waterproof plastic and can thus be used in wind and weather. The grey card can also be used as a reference for viewing on the monitor. To do this, simply take a photo of the subject with the card in the image and adjust it to the 18% grey card in the image editing programme. Properties SET of 3 cards - grey (18%), white, black Format - 130 x 100 mm Material: plastic - waterproof With hand strap Scope of delivery 1x Grey card GC-3 Set 3in1 grey, white and black, consisting of 1x grey, white and black card each.

CHF 19.00*

Grey Card Set 3in1 GC-2

JJC 3 in 1 Grey Card Set GC-2 The 3in1 Grey Card SET is a handy little helper to create a correct white balance or measure the colour temperature when taking photos. For daylight photography, the grey card (18% reflectance) is held in front of the subject, model, object to provide a neutral colour tone for the camera's exposure meter. The white card can be used for manual white balance in low light (e.g. dawn). Photograph the white and black card together with in the picture to determine the contrast range of the photo. Small and handy in credit card format, the 3 cards fit in any photo bag. They are also made of waterproof plastic and can thus be used in wind and weather. The grey card can also be used as a reference for viewing on the monitor. To do this, simply take a photo of the subject with the card in the image and adjust it to the 18% grey card in the image editing programme. Properties SET of 3 cards - grey (18%), white, black Credit card format - 85 x 54mm Material: plastic - waterproof With hand strap Scope of delivery 1x Grey card GC-2 Set 3in1 black, grey and white, consisting of 1x grey, white and black card each.

CHF 12.00*

Grey Card GC-1II 3in1

JJC 3 in 1 Grey Card SET GC-1II The 3in1 Grey Card SET is a practical helper to create a correct white balance or measure the colour temperature when taking photos. For daylight photography, the grey card (18% reflectance) is held in front of the subject, model, object to provide a neutral colour tone for the camera's exposure meter. The white card can be used for manual white balance in low light conditions (e.g. dawn). Photograph the white and white card together with in the picture to determine the contrast range of the photo. The grey card can also be used as a reference for viewing on the monitor. To do this, simply take a photo of the subject with the card in the image and adjust it to the 18% grey card in the image editing programme. Properties SET of 3 cards - grey (18%), white, black Format - 254 x 202 mm Material: plastic waterproof Scope of delivery 1 x grey card 1 x White card 1 x Black card 1 x transport bag

CHF 21.00*

How to Use a Gray Card

A gray card is a surface with a defined neutral gray that has no color cast and does not reflect light unevenly. That’s exactly why it works well as a reference.

In Three Steps

Hold the card under the same lighting as your subject—not in its own light and not in the shadows—and take a photo in which the card fills a good portion of the frame. Then continue shooting as normal as long as the lighting doesn’t change. During post-processing, open the reference image, place the white balance eyedropper on the gray area, and apply that value to all images in the series. Done—all images now have neutral colors.

Gray, White, or Black?

Gray is the actual reference. A white area can blow out in the shot and then no longer provide a usable reading; neutral gray stays within the safe range. The white side, on the other hand, is used to set the white point and can also serve as a small brightener. Black complements the black point and helps define the dynamic range. That’s why the cards come in 2-in-1 and 3-in-1 versions; for starters, gray and white are sufficient.

When it’s particularly worthwhile

Under mixed lighting—that is, when a window and a ceiling light are both on—automatic white balance consistently fails. The same applies under LED and fluorescent lighting with an uneven spectrum. Whenever colors must be absolutely accurate—such as in product photography, reproductions, or when clothing in a catalog needs to be exactly the right color—the card is the most cost-effective safeguard against having to redo the work. It also saves a lot of time when matching two cameras on the same job.

Practical Tips

Shoot in RAW format so that white balance adjustments later won’t compromise image quality. Foldable cards fit in your camera bag and are more durable than cardboard, which warps over time and reflects light unevenly as a result. Hold the card at a slight angle toward the light source, but not so much that it causes glare. For studio shots with softboxes, one reference per setup is sufficient; after that, the light remains constant anyway.