WhiBal White Balance Reference Card Studio Kit 3 5 x6
With more than 25,000 customers, the Genuine WhiBal has become the standard in the industry for precision WB Reference “Gray Cards”. Each and every card is measured with a precision spectrophtometer to assure you that *your* card meets our industry leading specification of +/-0.5 within the a* and b* channels. Do not be fooled by RGB measurements (they have no meaning in this context).
Very simply, WhiBal combines all the best features of all available Gray cards, and meets or exceeds their technical performance in a unique package that can be used conveniently in all your shooting situations. In addition, WhiBal provides convenient neutral White and Black reference areas for setting dynamic range in your digital caputure using the Black and White Eyedroppers available in RAW conversion software, PhotoshopTM and most other editing software. Check out the educational videos on-line. (Search for WhiBal). They tell the entire story.
Feature Summary:
It fits in your shirt pocket.(same size as an American business card …2×3.5 inches)…so you will actually use it rather than have it in your bag!
It is basically indestructible, waterproof, etc
Both Pocket and Studio versions come with convenient stand for ease of setup on tables or flat surfaces. No need for someone to hold the WhiBal.
All 4 reference “colors” are essentially equal to or better than all tested “reference cards” for neutrality and spectral flatness.
All cards are designed for low refelctivity, except the BlackPoint sticker which intentionally is highly reflective so that maximum Blackpoint level may be achieved.
Larger 3.5×6 inch Studio size also available
Can be used to set white balance reference, Black point and White point.
Fits shirt pocket or can hang on studio hook or lanyard
(supplied with Pocket version only), or set on a table with included table stand.
WhiBal is a product of PictureFlow LLC, is patent-pending and proudly made in the USA.
User Ratings and Reviews
5 Stars Invaluable for Controlling White Balance
I shoot under a wide variety of lighting conditions and light sources and found myself spending far to much time correcting white balance in post production. After much research I decided on the WhiBal 6×3.5 card. I’m sure the less expensive alternatives work just as well, but I preferred the durable hard plastic composite WhiBal over the cardboard and fabric cards. The size is perfect – large enough to be useful while small enough to fit in my bag. The integrated stand is a nice feature as well.
Functionally, the card just works – easily and accurately. It has made a huge difference in my photos, reducing time in Photoshop and vastly improving the quality of my images right out of the camera. I wish I had purchased one years ago.
Bottom line: Yes, it’s pricy, but the hours and aggravation saved in post processing quickly justifies the cost. I plan to also get the small keyring version so I will always have one handy. It’s worth every cent to me.
4 Stars A little pricey
This card is useful as an exposure aid – not its intended use, but that’s how I use it. It is not as sturdy as advertised, but still much better than cardboard. The Whibal card is a little pricey for what it is.
5 Stars Great product
The WhiBal reference card is a handy, easy-to-use item that has been a big help to my photography.
5 Stars Does exactly what it says on the tin
Or, more correctly, does exactly as shown on the video. I cannot recommend the manufacturers video highly enough. Having tested the product the lift it gives to my photos is worth every penny of the fairly substantial price.
I already have the equivalent Lastolite product which was only rarely used as it is not convenient to have available at all times. This one I slip into my shirt product and use whenever the lighting conditions alter.