How accurate is the 18% gray card in the Neewer Large Size 2 Card Set?

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The Neewer Large Size 2 Card Set is meant to help photographers manage exposure and color balance thanks to its 18% gray and 90% white cards. The manufacturer says these cards are designed to give you a neutral gray balance and optimal exposure.

Our research shows that experiences with the color accuracy of these cards are mixed. Some folks really like that they're durable and easy to clean. But others have noticed that the gray card's color accuracy might not match industry standards like those from Kodak. A few people have mentioned that it looks darker than expected, which can throw off color balance in certain lighting situations.

There are times when people found the cards worked well for balancing colors in video projects, suggesting they could be useful in cinematography. But because feedback varies, it seems the product's performance isn't very consistent. Some folks were disappointed because the gray card's reflectance seemed a bit off, which can make it tricky to use quickly and reliably.

Also, both sides of the cards being just one color each left some feeling they had to get creative by taping more cards together to get what they needed.

So, while these cards might be just fine for some photographers, they may not work for everyone. If you're really focused on precision and consistency, you might need to tweak a bit or use additional tools to get everything just right.

Based on what we found, you might want to think carefully about the Neewer gray card's accuracy, especially if your work requires spot-on color correction.