How to Use the Calibrite ColorChecker Passport Photo 2

Quick Answer

Use the Calibrite ColorChecker Passport Photo 2 to capture a reference target in your scene, then apply its profile in your editing software for accurate, consistent color.

Step-by-Step Guide

1. Capture the Target: Place the ColorChecker Passport in the same light as your subject, filling the frame with the target. Take one shot with the target visible, then remove it and shoot the rest of your session. Don't move the target between shots; keep the camera settings identical for the calibration frame.
2. Create a Camera Profile in Your Editor: Open the target image in Lightroom, Photoshop (with Camera Raw), Capture One, or Canon DPP. Use the Calibrite software or the built-in calibration tool to generate a profile from the target colors. Make sure the target is in focus and not overexposed; clipping any color patch will skew the profile.
3. Apply the Profile to Your Images: Apply the generated profile to the target image and then to all other images from the same lighting setup. Adjust white balance if needed, but avoid making large color shifts afterward. Use a separate profile for each lighting condition—don't reuse one profile for different light sources.

Product Facts

• Calibrite ColorChecker Passport Photo 2: The Calibrite ColorChecker Passport Photo 2 is ideal for any photographer looking for accurate and consistent color and creative flexibility. It gives you both a calibration target and creative targets in one portable tool, so you can fix color accuracy and then apply a creative look from the same capture.