DataColor SpyderX Pro Mobile Kit

DataColor SpyderX Pro Mobile Kit

Spyder X Pro

Colour calibration tool for monitors for photography. Best for computers with a single monitor like laptops or desktops. (For best continuity between monitors choose Spyder X2 Elite or Ultra.)

Note: Not adaptable to Spyder X2 platform.

• The lens-based colour engine provides a higher level of colour accuracy, intended for use with a computer with 1 monitor, though colour profiles can be made for multiple displays based on the computer’s LUT capacity. Spyder X Pro features room-light monitoring, automatic profile changing and precise screen colour, shadow detail and white balance.
• Features quick and easy single-click calibration and wizard workflow with 12 predefined calibration targets for advanced colour accuracy.
• SpyderProof functionality provides a before-and-after evaluation of your display and allows you to see the difference using your own images.
• Spyder X Pro is fully supported on Windows 7 32/64 and above as well as Mac OS X 10.10 and above. The monitor resolution needs to be 1280×768 or greater, a 16-bit video card (24-bit recommended) is required, 1GB of available RAM and 500MB of available hard disk. An Internet connection for software download is also required.

We know it takes a lot to get the perfect shot

Photography is a labour of love, and we know a lot goes into every shot you take. Don’t let an uncalibrated monitor get in the way of achieving your vision.

With Spyder X Pro, you can be sure that what you see on screen is the most accurate representation of the shot you took. When you start editing and you know the colour on your monitor is accurate, you can confidently control every aspect of your image. And when it’s time to print, your output will match what you are seeing on screen and better reflect your creative vision.

Room Light Monitoring

An integrated ambient light sensor measures your room light throughout the day allowing you to adjust your display brightness and contrast to ideal levels. The software can either warn you to recalibrate or do it automatically using custom profiles based on the light level.

Monitor Performance Analysis

With the Display Analysis feature, you can better understand the colour, brightness, contrast, gamut, tone response and white point of your monitors.

Intuitive Software

One-click Calibration and Step-by-step Assistant modes offer interactive help every step of the way.

How it works

Display calibration optimizes your monitor’s colour performance and accuracy for your workflow (photography, videography, etc.). This quick and easy process measures evaluates and corrects your monitor display for an accurate view of your digital world.

Spyder monitor calibrators create an ICC display profile that is used by the video card and colour-managed software in your computer’s operating system. A calibrated display enables your computer to show a true colour representation of your image file within your editing software so you can make accurate editing decisions to create the look you want.

Spyder X Pro makes calibration accurate and easy, helping you each step of the way.

Step One

Download, install and launch the Spyder software. You’ll be prompted to answer a few questions about your display and workflow which will be saved for future calibrations.

Step Two

Place the Spyder device on your display within the outline and let the Spyder software go to work. It will take a series of measurements to build the ICC profile and help you adjust your display’s brightness.

Step Three

When the measurements are completed, remove the sensor from your display and save the profile which remains housed in your computer to be used for this monitor moving forward. You can always simply delete the profile to return to your monitor’s factory default settings.

Spyder Cube

Spyder Cube’s unique 3-dimensional design differs from traditional grey cards; it mimics the way light falls on your subject. The 3-dimensional design allows you to see primary and secondary light sources for more precise white balance correction and includes a black trap for an absolute black reference which allows you to set a true black point in an image. Additionally, its chrome ball allows you to see specular highlights.

• Essential for Photo & Video – Spyder Cube is the easy-to-use, portable reference tool for setting your exposure, white balance, white and black point, and contrast right from the start of image editing. Provides accurate correction across shadow and highlight tones. Goes beyond a grey card by letting you set a true black point along with defining your primary light source for accurate white balance correction.
• Quick Color Correction – Allows users to instantly colour-correct images by setting a colour temperature value to neutralise the light source.
• Easy-to-Use – Simply take a reference shot with the device under the same light conditions as your photos. Once you’ve completed your image adjustments, use the Spyder Cube image as a preset to apply settings to the rest of your images within the same lighting. Combine with a Spyder Checker for additional colour and contrast correction references.
• Portable and Rugged – Small and portable, Spyder Cube easily fits in your camera bag to take with you on every shoot – whether on location or in the studio. Constructed of ABS Cycoloy, a hybrid resin that is fade-proof, extremely durable, shock-resistant, water-resistant, and spectrally neutral to respond to all lighting conditions.
• Unique Design – Spyder Cube’s smart, 3-D design allows you to hang the device during your photo shoot or attach it to a tripod mount. Spyder Cube mimics the 3-dimensional way light falls on your subject.
• Easier RAW Editing – Corrections are made to an image with Spyder Cube through the common tools found in RAW image editors and image editing software.

Provides all Relevant Light Information for RAW Adjustments:

• The chrome ball shows the catchlight and a reflected image of the scene.
• White faces help adjust highlights.
• Neutral grey faces are used for white balance correction; the brighter side in the reference photo represents the primary light source. The lighter grey is used for white balance correction.
• Black trap defines an absolute, true black for black point correction.
• Using the black face around the black trap helps you define shadow and mid-tone exposure.

Spyder Tripod Pro

Stabilises camera. Flexible legs, lightweight portability. Can be used with Spyder X/Spyder X2 calibrators, Spyder Cube and Spyder LensCal.

At 28 cm high and 156 g, the Spyder Tripod Pro affords great versatility and comes with a GoPro mount, smartphone holder and Bluetooth Universal Remote for the ultimate in hands-free image capture and video work. The maximum weight-bearing capacity is 800 g.

Vlogging & Auto-Bracketing

Flexible design allows you to mount your camera or phone at the best angle without having to rely on finding a flat surface, standing on a ladder or laying on the ground. Ideal for vlogging and self-portraits as well as auto-bracketing for HDR images, night shots, low-light, landscape and scenic photography.

Spyder USB-C

The USB-C cable is compatible with Mac, Windows-based PCs, Android devices and iPad Pro.