Testseek.com have collected 23 expert reviews of the Datacolor Spyder 3 Elite and the average rating is 83%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Datacolor Spyder 3 Elite.
May 2008
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23 Reviews
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Lacks innovative tools of other solutions The Final Word If you dont want one of the all-in-one monitor and printer calibration solutions, the Spyder3Elite is a well-priced choice.
If you dont want one of the all-in-one monitor and printer calibration solutions, the Spyder3Elite is a well-priced choice.
Abstract: Over the past year we’ve seen plenty of innovation in the colour-calibration market, with the emergence of combination monitor-and-printer calibration systems such as Pantone’s ColorMunki (reviewed here) and the Colour Confidence Profiler (reviewed her...
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Published: 2008-05-14, Author: Nick , review by: techworld.com
The user-friendly interface takes some of the hard work out of this important, but often overlooked, area. With a 400 per cent increase in light sensitivity and the largest screen sample area currently available, according to Datacolor, the Spyder3Eli...
The user-friendly interface takes some of the hard work out of this important, but often overlooked, area. With a 400 per cent increase in light sensitivity and the largest screen sample area currently available, according to Datacolor, the Spyder3Eli...
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Published: 2008-05-07, Author: Nick , review by: macworld.co.uk
Greater accuracy than previous models, built-in ambient light sensor, range of user-defined pro features, consistent results, sleek design, compatible with front projectors
Price will limit potential user base, desktop cradle could fit the calibrator more snugly, insubstantial USB lead, software requires serial number to activate Min specs: Requires: Mac OS X 10.3 or later
The user-friendly interface takes some of the hard work out of this important, but often overlooked, area. With a 400 per cent increase in light sensitivity and the largest screen sample area currently available, according to Datacolor, the Spyder3Eli...
Abstract: Screen profiling is something every designer should do, yet very few actually get around to it. Datacolor is out to change that by tempting more of us into creating accurate profiles of our screens with the new Spyder3. A pro-level display calibration ...
Ambient sensor optionally adjusts color with room-lighting changes. Can be hung with a weight or suction cup. Extensive manual controls. Helpful step-by-step instructions.
Some manual settings lack complete explanation.
The Spyder 3 Elite has enough hand-holding to lead beginners through accurate calibration, but its deep manual settings should satisfy pros. ...
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Published: 2008-03-27, Author: T. , review by: blogcritics.org
Abstract: Color calibration is a process that allows you to adjust the colors of one output device to match another. The Spyder3 Elite is a sensor that is used to profile monitors of various types. These include LCD, CRT, and projectors. When they come from the ...
Ratings (out of 5)Design5Features4.5Ease-of-Use5Value for Money4.5The new $279 Spyder3Elite is a very nice upgrade from the previous version. With greater accuracy and reduced profiling times, even users of the Spyder2 should consider upgrading to the...
Nice improvements in design and features since Spyder2, Lots of options and configurations possible, Good gamme and colour temp corrections
Limited correction of luminance, Lack of advanced reporting features, Only moderate colour accuracy after calibration
The Spyder3Elite package was quite comprehensive, and I felt it made some nice improvements since the Spyder2 series. Firstly the design and appearance were far more pleasing to the eye than the Spyder2 was, and the device looked quite fancy sat on the de...
