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Datacolor Spyder5 Express USB Colorimeter

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2018-12-13T18:11:34

Rated 5 out of 5

Quick and Easy!

It's extremely easy to use. You download the software from the website, and once installed you plug in the device to an empty USB port on your PC (USB port must be directly on the motherboard and not a hub), follow the onscreen instructions, and you're done! If you have multiple displays, then you would continue with the process on each display until all are calibrated, and then you'd quite/close the software app. I run Windows 10 and the process ran smoothly. Definitely recommend it.

Jose B.

2018-11-11T18:27:42

Rated 5 out of 5

Easy

Easy and almost instant. I felt like I was going in circles to find the software download. But then it was great.

Jennifer G.

2018-08-21T09:57:07

Rated 5 out of 5

Works perfectly

Works great. Would not recommend the default software, however.

Kelton W.

2018-08-07T09:45:11

Rated 5 out of 5

spyder5

Installation took just a few minutes. Entire process was completed without a hitch. Calibration result produced moderate change in color of monitor. First 8x11 print result much closer to the image on the monitor.

richard a.

2018-07-08T15:34:45

Rated 4 out of 5

It works well for color printing

I use this to see what my work will look like when printed in color and my prints look just like they do on the screen. I also use this with my video editing just to make sure that everything is to spec.

LEE Y.

2018-07-05T08:46:31

Rated 5 out of 5

Spyder5 Express is Great

Very easy to set up and use. Have run it on multiple systems without a hitch, and it does a pretty good job of getting the different displays under control.

jim k.

2016-05-23T09:20:54

Rated 3 out of 5

not certain it made a big difference as i use this computer to run photo processing software

I have used it and it made a minor change in laptop co;or scheme, not certain it made a big difference as i use this computer to run photo processing software.

J J.

2015-12-17T20:05:11

Rated 5 out of 5

The Spider does the job!

The Spyder makes color calibration a breeze. It accurately and simply does the job it is intended to do, without fanfare. I am most pleased with the Spyder.

Mark S.

2015-10-26T12:19:05

Rated 1 out of 5

Made my onscreen proofing unusable.

Calibrating with the Spyder Express will make your onscreen proofing unusable. I asked Datacolor about this, and they said I should have bought the Spyder5Elite if I wanted to use onscreen proofing. To quote...."However, with the Express version of Spyder, the luminance control is not possible. Spyder5ELITE would be the right product here."

RUSSELL C.

Datacolor Spyder5 Express Specifications

  • Compatibility

    Hobbyist photographers seeking a simple monitor color calibration solution

  • Software

    4 Step Process, Interactive Help

  • Calibration Settings

    Fixed (2)

  • Multiple Monitor Support

    Laptops, Desktop Monitors

  • Before & After Calibration Evaluation

    Standard Datacolor Image

  • Gamma Choices

    2.2

  • Color Temperature Choices

    6500K

  • ICC Profile Support

    ICC 2

  • Multiple Display Calibration

    Yes

  • On-Screen Interactive Help

    Yes

  • SpyderProof

    Before & After Calibration Evaluation: Yes

  • Continuous Profile & Calibration Check

    Yes

  • Web Activation & Automatic Update Checks

    Yes

  • Color Sensor

    7 Filter/Detector

  • Aperture Size

    27mm / 1.06"

  • Encapsulated Optical Module

    Yes

  • Integrated Tripod Mount

    Yes

  • Sensor Lens cap

    Yes

  • Initial Calibration Time

    5min

  • Mounting Methods

    Lens cap Counterweight or Integrated Tripod Mount

  • Computer Connection

    USB

  • System Requirement

    Windows 7 32/64, Windows 8.0, 8.1 32/64
    Mac OS X 10.7, 10.8, 10.9, 10.10
    Monitor resolution 1280x768 or greater, 16-bit video card (24 bit recommended), 1GB of available RAM, 500MB of available hard disk
    Internet connection for software download
    USB port

  • Dimensions (L x W x H)

    2.73 x 2.93 x 1.71" / 6.93 x 7.44 x 4.34cm

  • UPC Code

    875720001404

About Datacolor Spyder5 Express

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Quick and Easy!

By Jose B.

It's extremely easy to use. You download the software from the website, and once installed you plug in the device to an empty USB port on your PC (USB port must be directly on the motherboard and not a hub), follow the onscreen instructions, and you're done! If you have multiple displays, then you would continue with the process on each display until all are calibrated, and then you'd quite/close the software app. I run Windows 10 and the process ran smoothly. Definitely recommend it.

Easy

By Jennifer G.

Easy and almost instant. I felt like I was going in circles to find the software download. But then it was great.

Spyder5EXPRESS monitor calibration will quickly color correct all of your computer monitors.

True Color in a Flash
Spyder5EXPRESS calibrates all your laptop and desktop monitors to an industry color reference standard so you see accurate colors. Your image editing will be easier and faster, you'll spend less time in the "print-edit-print" cycle and you'll waste less ink and paper.

Tomorrow's Technology
Next generation Spyder technology comes with a colorimeter that is compact, portable and protected. They have redesigned Spyder's patented 7-detector optical engine to deliver up to a 55% improvement in tonal response, resulting in more accurate shadow detail and smoother gradients.

Fast & Easy
Spyder5EXPRESS software is extremely easy to use, with a simple step-by-step wizard that guides you through the initial 5 minute calibration process, for all of your desktop and laptop monitors. Then perform a fast monthly recalibration in half the time to keep colors consistent.

See Your "Before and After" Calibration Results with SpyderProof
Seeing a photo in "Before and After" mode allows you to see your calibration results. The Datacolor standard composite photos highlight changes in color, skin tones, shadow and highlight details, giving you confidence that your monitors achieve precise color accuracy.

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What's in the box:

  • Datacolor Spyder5 Express USB Colorimeter
  • Activation Card
  • Eco-Friendly Reusable Storage Box
  • Datacolor 1 Year Warranty