Datacolor, a global leader in colour management solutions, introduces its next generation monitor colour calibrators – the Spyder X2 Elite and the Spyder X2 Ultra.

Spyder X2 Ultra’s expanded sensor capability allows for calibration of HDR/high-brightness monitors up to 2000 cd/m2 (nits) making it ideal for photo, video and hybrid use, as well as for viewing HDR/high-brightness content on computer-connected TVs and projectors.

Improved sensor performance and redesigned user interface

The redesigned software User Interface of the X2 platform brings a clean, more concise user experience to both the X2 Elite and X2 Ultra. Novices to calibration will appreciate expert-recommended calibration presets while pros can take advantage of both X2 Elite’s and X2 Ultra’s advanced calibration features, including Video & Cinema targets (Rec. 709, Rec. 2020), Advanced Display Mapping & Analysis, Unlimited Calibration Settings and Studio Match for multiple, side-by-side display calibration.

For users planning to upgrade to the newest HDR/high-brightness monitors, Spyder X2 Elite allows for a seamless, affordable upgrade to Spyder X2 Ultra via software, with no need for new hardware purchase.
Casey Krugman, Datacolor’s Product Manager notes, “We’ve designed the Spyder X2 platform, with its re-engineered software and expanded sensor capabilities, to be inherently agile and adaptable to HDR/high-brightness monitor advancements across a variety of digital imaging industries. This helps ensure our users that our products are positioned to grow with them and seamlessly adapt to ever-changing technologies.”

The Spyder X2 series is available now at a price of £ 249 for Spyder X2 Elite and £ 299 for Spyder X2 Ultra) from the Datacolor Online Store, selected retail partners and Amazon.

For more information, visit the Spyder X2 website.

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Datacolor’s SpyderX Elite has been voted the WINNER in the BEST COLOUR MANAGEMENT SOLUTION category for the Photography News Awards 2022!

The award comes as SpyderX Pro is awarded Editors Choice for monitor calibration in the latest issue of Digital Camera World.

Datacolor is kicking 2023 off to a brilliant start, adding two new awards to the Spyder range of colour management solutions, and consistently offering the most highly rated products on the market. The popular SpyderX Pro is cited for its super fast calibration speeds that produce reliable results time and time again.

Datacolor will be showcasing their award winning range of products at this years London Photo Show being held in London on the 16-18th March. Attendees will be able to see the results for themselves as Datacolor exhibits their quality range of colour management solutions and tools to help photographers capture perfect colour in every shot.

Don’t forget, free registration ends 28 February 2023. So, make sure you register before then to secure your free Trade Show tickets.

For more information on The Societies 2023 Convention, please visit the link below: https://thesocieties.net/convention/

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