Calibrite ColorChecker Classic Colour Reference Target

Overview

The Calibrite ColorChecker Classic is the original colour reference target used to achieve accurate, repeatable colour from capture through to final edit. Featuring 24 scientifically formulated colour patches, it provides a trusted, objective standard for photographers, filmmakers and imaging professionals working under any lighting condition.

By including the ColorChecker in your shoot, you gain a reliable reference point for correcting white balance, building custom camera profiles, and ensuring consistent colour across an entire project. This reduces guesswork in post-production and helps avoid costly colour errors.

Sized at 215.9 x 279.4mm, it is large enough for clear visibility on set while remaining practical to carry and position.

Who this is for

• Photographers needing accurate colour and consistent edits
• Filmmakers and colourists working in controlled or mixed lighting
• Studio and commercial shooters requiring repeatable results
• Print and graphic professionals managing colour-critical workflows

At a glance

• 24 colour patch reference target
• Industry-standard colour control tool
• Suitable for photo, video, and print workflows
• Enables custom DNG and ICC profile creation
• Works under any lighting condition
• Supports major editing and grading software

How it works

The ColorChecker Classic uses 24 carefully engineered colour patches that represent real-world tones such as skin, foliage and sky. Each patch reflects light in a consistent, predictable way across the visible spectrum.

During a shoot, you capture a frame with the ColorChecker in the same lighting as your subject. In post-production, this reference allows you to:

• Correct white balance with confidence
• Match colours accurately across multiple images or clips
• Build custom DNG or ICC camera profiles tailored to your camera, lens and lighting
• Apply consistent colour grading across a sequence

This removes subjective adjustments and replaces them with a measurable, repeatable workflow.

Why choose this product

Colour decisions made without a reference are often inconsistent and time-consuming to correct. The ColorChecker Classic provides a fixed standard, allowing you to:

• Work faster in post-production
• Maintain colour consistency across shoots
• Reduce trial-and-error adjustments
• Achieve predictable results regardless of lighting conditions

It has been trusted across photography, film and print industries for decades because it delivers reliable, repeatable colour control.

Ideal uses

Studio photography and product shoots
Portrait and fashion work where skin tones matter
Filmmaking and colour grading workflows
Mixed lighting environments
Print and proofing colour checks