The Calibrite ColorChecker Classic MEGA for Capture and Editing Color Control is designed for applications requiring the target to be positioned at a significant distance from the camera while still capturing sufficient image resolution for effective corrections. As the largest target within the ColorChecker Classic range, measuring an impressive 1020 x 1520mm, the MEGA is ideally suited for various photographic scenarios including wide shots of landscapes and cityscapes, extreme distance photography, event photography in venues like concerts, churches, and sports stadiums, as well as aerial photography using drones.

ColorChecker targets excel in creating custom camera profiles (DNG and ICC), rectifying neutral balance and exposure, and establishing a standard for color corrections. By providing a non-subjective comparison point, these targets aid in determining the true color balance of any color rendition system. This enables the comparison, measurement, and analysis of color reproduction differences across various processes, preventing costly errors.

The ColorChecker target comprises 24 scientifically formulated colors, serving as the industry's leading color reference standard for over four decades. Engineered to deliver lifelike color reproduction, it empowers photographers and filmmakers to predict and control color appearance under diverse lighting conditions. Each of the 24 colors on a ColorChecker target accurately represents natural objects such as human skin tone, foliage, and blue sky, reflecting light in a manner identical to its real-world counterpart. This consistency ensures color matching across natural objects under any illumination and with any color reproduction process. Every solid patch is meticulously formulated to produce a pure, flat, and rich color.

ColorChecker targets have been instrumental for color perfectionists in creating custom DNG profiles for Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop workflows over the past decade. Additionally, by combining ColorChecker targets with Calibrite ColorChecker Camera Calibration software, users can develop custom ICC camera profiles for use in Capture One or other ICC compatible software. This process yields accurate color directly at capture, considering specific lighting, camera, and lens combinations during any given shoot, resulting in significant time savings during the editing phase.

Utilizing a ColorChecker target is straightforward. Incorporate the ColorChecker into your photo or video capture and subsequently employ it during editing to compare, measure, and analyze color reproduction variations within any color rendition system. The ColorChecker facilitates global corrections based on precise information. When working with numerous images demanding identical color correction, editing a few key photos and applying changes can inadvertently modify unintended colors. Capturing a ColorChecker image under the same lighting conditions as your primary images provides a reference point, allowing you to visualize how adjustments will impact the remaining colors before implementation.

This objective standard helps prevent costly errors and minimizes trial-and-error color adjustments during image editing or color grading. The ColorChecker Classic MEGA is compatible with various third-party software including Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom via a free plugin, Color Finale, Blackmagic DaVinci Resolve, Hasselblad Phocus, and 3DLUT Creator. As the successor to the X-Rite ColorChecker Classic MEGA (MSCC4060), the Calibrite ColorChecker Classic MEGA offers an oversized target (1020 x 1520mm) suitable for large-scale applications, featuring color-critical patches associated with the ColorChecker range, 6 grayscale patches, RGB and CMYK colors, and a mix of everyday colors. It seamlessly integrates with ColorChecker Camera Calibration software for creating ACR or ICC profiles.

By harnessing the ColorChecker Classic MEGA, photographers and videographers can achieve stunning, true-to-life images characterized by exceptional color accuracy.

Key Features

• Substitutes the X-Rite ColorChecker Classic Mega (MSCC4060)
  
• A large target (1020 x 1520mm) ideal for big venue projects
  
• Includes color-critical patches linked to the ColorChecker series
  
• Consists of 6 grayscale patches, RGB and CMYK colors, and various everyday colors for optimal outcomes
  
• Compatible with the ColorChecker Camera Calibration software for generating ACR or ICC profiles

Technical Specifications

Number of Targets
1
Number of Color Patches
24
Target Size
1020 x 1520mm
Humidity Range
85% or less, non-condensing