Datacolor Spyder X2 Elite Colorimeter

Datacolor Spyder X2 Elite Colorimeter

The Datacolor Spyder X2 Elite is a color calibration tool for display monitors. Ideal for photographers, hybrid photo/video producers, digital designers and content creators with standard to advanced calibration needs who may run multiple displays on one or more computers. Ideal for use in studios/set workspaces.

Equipped with a lens-based sensor, the Spyder X2 Elite enhances color calibration for users of all skill levels. This advanced colorimeter boasts a user-friendly interface for achieving precise color reproduction, and can measure up to 750 nits of brightness. Compatible with various industry standard monitors and projectors, the Spyder X2 Elite offers an improved software experience with customizable color control and accuracy. Those interested in entering the HDR/high-brightness monitor market can easily upgrade to the Spyder X2 Ultra software without the need for new hardware.

Advanced Display Mapping & Analysis
Get a better understanding of the color, brightness, contrast, gamut, tone response and white point of your monitors. You can also check screen brightness, color uniformity, and display color accuracy.

Side-by-side Multiple Computer/Display Calibration
Studio Match provides simultaneous side-by-side calibration for multiple computers/displays. Ensures consistent and accurate color reproduction across multiple connected monitors with most monitor types.

Video and Cinema Targets
Experience a more concise user interface (UI) experience.
Rec. 709, Rec. 2020

Unlimited Calibration Settings
Starting with industry-standard presets, you can customize settings to meet all your calibration needs, including fully customizable gamma curves, white point, and brightness settings.

Soft Proofing
Allows you to simulate other displays and devices on your calibrated screen. For printers, you can see how prints will look for a specific printer model, paper and ink, and upload ICC printer profiles.

Room Light Monitoring
An integrated ambient light sensor measures your room light throughout the day allowing you to adjust your display brightness and contrast to ideal levels. The software can either warn you to recalibrate or do it automatically using custom profiles based on light level.

Information:

• Remastered software provides a cleaner more concise user interface (UI) experience.
  New hardware with native USB-C connection. Also includes USB-A adaptor for added convenience.
• Ideal for photography and hybrid photo/video work.
  
• X2 Elite’s features allow for a range of skill levels/needs – from expert-recommended calibration presets to more advanced, customized color control.
  
• For users wanting more advanced calibration features, X2 Elite includes Video & Cinema Targets (Rec. 709, Rec. 2020); Advanced Display Mapping & Analysis; Unlimited Calibration Settings; Soft Proofing; Studio Match for multiple monitor calibration.
  
• Expanded, adaptable sensor capabilities allow for seamless, affordable upgrade to Spyder X2 Ultra software if HDR/High-brightness monitor calibration is needed.

Features:

• Display Calibration
• Measures up to 750 nits of Brightness
• Re-Engineered Software
• Native USB-C Connection
• Precise Screen Color and White Balance
• Lens-Based Color Engine Technology
• Calibrates in Under 2 Minutes

How It works:

Display calibration optimizes your monitor’s color performance and accuracy for your workflow (photography, videography, etc.). This quick and easy process measures, evaluates and corrects your monitor display for an accurate view into your digital world.

Spyder monitor calibrators create an ICC display profile that is used by the video card and color managed software in your computer’s operating system. A calibrated display enables your computer to show a true color representation of your image file within your editing software so you can make accurate editing decision to create the look you want.

Spyder X2 makes calibration accurate and easy, helping you each step of the way.

1. Download, install and launch the Spyder software. You’ll be prompted to answer a few questions about your display and workflow which will be saved for future calibrations. You may also find this link helpful:
2. Place the Spyder device on your display within the outline and let the Spyder software go to work. It will take a series of measurements to build the ICC profile and help you adjust your display’s brightness.
3. When the measurements are completed, remove the sensor from your display and save the profile which remains housed in your computer to be used for this monitor moving forward. You can always simply delete the profile to return to your monitor’s factory default settings.

System Requirements:

• Windows 10 32/64, Windows 11
• Mac OS X 10.14, 10.15, 11 (Big Sur), 12 (Monterey), 13 (Ventura)
• Monitor resolution 1280×768 or greater, 16-bit video card (24-bit recommended), 1GB of available RAM, 500MB of available hard disk
• Internet connection for software download
  

In The Box:

Datacolor Spyder X2 Elite Colorimeter
USB-C to USB-A Adapter
Limited 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty