Broncolor Scope D50 Portable Surface Visualizer Lighting System

SKU: BCB8211000 MFR: B-82.110.00
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Key Features

  • Achieve even lighting with the Scope D50, perfect for tabletop photography.
  • Portable design makes this lighting system ideal for on-location product shoots.
  • Enjoy diffused light that eliminates harsh shadows, enhancing your subject's details.
  • Quick and easy setup lets you focus on capturing stunning product photos fast.
  • Durable construction ensures this surface visualizer withstands frequent use.
  • Optimize your studio equipment with this compact, space-saving lighting solution.
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What is the broncolor Scope D50 Portable Surface Visualizer Lighting System used for?

The broncolor Scope D50 is used for capturing highly detailed, interactive digital recordings of the shape, color, and texture of objects. It's particularly useful for cultural heritage imaging and digital archiving, as it allows for the preservation of precious artifacts in a digital format.

What makes the broncolor Scope D50 different from traditional photography equipment?

Unlike traditional photography equipment, the Scope D50 allows for interactive exploration of the digital recording. It uses multiple images to create a comprehensive two-dimensional recording, which can then be analyzed and adjusted post-capture.

What is the advantage of the broncolor Scope D50's integrated system?

The integrated system of the broncolor Scope D50 ensures a fast, efficient workflow. It includes the TRUVIS Authentica software suite, which simplifies the process from capture to visualization, making the tool user-friendly and efficient.

Can the broncolor Scope D50 be used for on-location photography?

Yes, the broncolor Scope D50 is designed to be portable and robust, making it ideal for on-location photography. Its digital image can be created directly in situ, providing a new level of flexibility for capturing cultural heritage that is difficult to access.

What is the role of the TRUVIS Authentica software in the broncolor Scope D50 system?

The TRUVIS Authentica software is integral to the broncolor Scope D50 system. It streamlines the process from capturing image data to generating a digital surface model and creating interactive visualizations. The software enables subsequent illumination of the device as required on any modern PC or notebook.

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Broncolor Scope D50 Specifications

  • Length

    Supporting foot (tube): 3.54" (9cm)
    Adjustable foot (minimum): 0.59" (1.5cm)

  • Adjustment range

    Adjustable foot: 1.8" (4.5cm)

  • Possible ground clearence

    (Below dome's lower edge): 0.59 to 2.4" (1.5 to 6.0cm) and 4.13 to 5.90" (10.5 to 15.0cm)

  • Dimensions (Diameter x Height)

    19.7 x 10.4" (50 x 26.5cm)

  • UPC Code

    7640167062003

About Broncolor Scope D50

How can you bring the finest details of any surface to life with unparalleled clarity and precision The broncolor Scope D50 Portable Surface Visualizer Lighting System is the answer for professionals who demand the highest level of detail and interactivity in their work. This innovative and high-tech tool transcends traditional photography by offering an interactive digital recording that authentically reproduces the shape, color, and texture of objects in vivid detail.

Crafted by broncolor, a brand synonymous with quality and a 60-year legacy in photographic lighting systems, the Scope D50 is a testament to durable, portable, and versatile design. In partnership with TRUVIS, a specialist in professional visualization software from the University of Basel's Digital Humanities Lab, broncolor has harnessed the power of digital innovation to create a system that sets new standards in surface visualization.

The Scope D50's dome-shaped housing is equipped with optimally arranged LEDs that illuminate the object from multiple angles. This meticulous arrangement captures 48 individual images to create a comprehensive two-dimensional recording. The result is a digital model that can be explored interactively on any web environment and mobile device, thanks to a seamless workflow and harmonized hardware and software.

Beyond mere digitization, the Scope D50's digital model allows for spatially and temporally unrestricted analysis, with the capability for post-capture adjustment of surface illumination. This level of detail and control is crucial for professionals in fields such as cultural heritage, where the digital archiving of precious artifacts is a race against time and decay.

For cultural heritage imaging, the Scope D50 stands as a state-of-the-art method, enabling the digital capture and preservation of human treasures for posterity. Its compact and robust design makes it an indispensable tool for large art museums, scientific research, and remote archaeological sites.

Reproducibility is a cornerstone of the Scope D50's functionality, allowing for the creation, exchange, display, and comparison of digital images globally. This facilitates qualitative and quantitative comparisons between objects, empowering empirical research and conclusions.

The Scope D50's integrated system ensures a fast, efficient workflow. The user-friendly end-to-end solution, including the TRUVIS Authentica software suite, streamlines the process from capture to visualization. Users can automate image data capture, generate digital surface models with Authentica Creator software, and create interactive visualizations with Authentica Visualization tools.

In summary, the broncolor Scope D50 Portable Surface Visualizer Lighting System is more than just a lighting tool; it's an integrated solution for capturing, processing, and visualizing the intricate details of surfaces. Whether working on location or in a studio, this system offers professionals the flexibility, efficiency, and precision required to digitally preserve and explore the world's visual heritage and beyond.

Broncolor Scope D50 Features

  • Unique image capture system for surface and texture visualization
  • Compatible with most cameras (flash sync output req'd)
  • Lights an object with 48 individual LEDs across different directions and spectra
  • Allows users to capture highly detailed information and virtually change lighting parameters in post-production, adjusting intensity, direction, or quality of light

Warranty Information

This product has a limited warranty of 24 months for parts and 24 months for labor.

Key Features

  • Achieve even lighting with the Scope D50, perfect for tabletop photography.
  • Portable design makes this lighting system ideal for on-location product shoots.
  • Enjoy diffused light that eliminates harsh shadows, enhancing your subject's details.
  • Quick and easy setup lets you focus on capturing stunning product photos fast.
  • Durable construction ensures this surface visualizer withstands frequent use.
  • Optimize your studio equipment with this compact, space-saving lighting solution.

What's in the box:

  • Scope D50 Portable Surface Visualizer Lighting System
  • Broncolor 2 Year Limited Warranty