Overview

The Calibrite ColorChecker Grey Balance Mini is a compact 18% grey reference card designed for accurate exposure and colour balance wherever you’re shooting. Measuring just 63.5 x 109.0mm, it’s small enough to carry in your pocket while still providing a reliable reference for both photography and video workflows.

Built with a spectrally neutral surface, it reflects equal amounts of red, green and blue light, ensuring consistent results across different lighting conditions. From quick location shoots to controlled studio setups, it helps you establish accurate colour from the very start.

Who this is for

• Photographers working on location
• Videographers and solo shooters
• Travel and street photographers
• Content creators needing portable colour tools
• Anyone using manual exposure or custom white balance

At a glance

• 18% grey card for accurate exposure and grey balance
• Compact size: 63.5 x 109.0mm
• Spectrally neutral for consistent colour response
• Suitable for photo, video and film use
• Lightweight and highly portable

How it works

The Grey Balance Mini provides a consistent reference point for both exposure and white balance in a highly portable format.

For exposure, the 18% grey surface reflects a standard level of light, helping your camera determine correct settings when using reflective metering. This is particularly useful in mixed or changing light.

For colour balance, the neutral grey allows you to set a custom white balance either in-camera or during editing. Because it reflects red, green and blue evenly, it ensures your colours are interpreted correctly under the specific lighting conditions of your shoot.

Its small size makes it easy to include in test shots or quickly reference on location without disrupting your workflow.

Why choose this product

Lighting conditions can shift colour dramatically, especially when moving between indoor and outdoor environments. The ColorChecker Grey Balance Mini gives you a simple, consistent reference to correct for these changes.

Its compact design means you’re more likely to carry and use it regularly, helping maintain accuracy across all your shoots without adding bulk to your kit.

Ideal uses

• Location and travel photography
• Run-and-gun video production
• Quick exposure checks on set
• Custom white balance reference
• Everyday colour-critical shooting