Datacolor has announced the launch of its LightColor Meter, a powerful tool designed to provide real-time light and colour temperature measurements for photographers, cinematographers, and hybrid photo/video shooters. Unlike traditional light meters, the LightColor Meter offers precise colour temperature readings, helping users fine-tune their lighting setup for consistent and accurate exposure.
The device supports a wide range of light sources, including tungsten, LED, HMI, fluorescent, strobe, and natural light, making it an essential tool for professionals working in studio and outdoor environments. A key feature is its integrated filter libraries from Profoto, LEE, and Rosco, which assist users in selecting the right colour-correcting gels for their lighting setup.
Wireless functionality and mobile integration
The LightColor Meter connects via Bluetooth to the Datacolor LightColor Meter app (iOS/Android), allowing users to monitor real-time lighting conditions remotely. This functionality eliminates the need to move between the camera and metering location, saving time during shoots. Additionally, users can sync multiple LightColor Meters for simultaneous readings across different locations—particularly useful for event photography and large-scale productions.
“The Datacolor LightColor Meter is like a portable on-set assistant that fits in your pocket,” said Heath Barber, Director of Product Management, Consumer at Datacolor. “It takes the guesswork out of exposure settings for those new to light meters while providing professionals with precise light and colour temperature data to fine-tune their setup.”
Key Features
- Measures light and colour temperature for precise exposure control
- Compatible with multiple light sources, including LED, tungsten, HMI, and strobes
- Bluetooth connectivity with the Datacolor LightColor Meter app (iOS/Android)
- Real-time data streaming for remote monitoring
- Integrated filter libraries from Profoto, LEE, and Rosco
- Multi-device syncing for large-scale productions
Price and Availability
The Datacolor LightColor Meter is priced at £379 and is available through the Datacolor website, Amazon, and authorised retailers. The companion app is free to download for iOS and Android. For more details check out the Datacolor LightColor Meter Product Page