12.6cm VFX Balls
12.6cm Half Mirror Half Grey Ball
A single 12.6cm sphere with a stretch handle for tight sets
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Looking After a Chrome Ball and a Grey Ball
Cleaning, handling and storage for VFX reference balls, including why fingerprints and scratches show up directly in the HDRI.
Every mark ends up in the reference
A fingerprint on a mirror sphere is a soft patch in the reflected environment. A scratch on grey paint reads as a change in lighting. Both travel into post production.
Handle by the handle
Fit the handle first and carry the ball by it. The threads are there so nobody has to hold the reflective surface.
Clean gently
Use the supplied cloth cover or a soft cloth. Dry paper towels drag grit across the polish.
Store the balls apart
A mirror ball and a grey ball packed against each other will mark. The kits ship with a polar fleece bag for each sphere and a hard case for a reason.
Expect handmade variation
Our products are handmade and may carry slight paint and finish variation. This does not affect how they perform as a reference.
Products In This Guide
What the Guide Refers To
25cm VFX Balls
25cm Chrome Ball With Telescopic Handle
A full 25cm mirror sphere for environment capture
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FAQ
Follow Up Questions
Does this apply to every ball size
The principle is the same at every diameter. What changes is how far the camera can sit from the reference.
Where can I ask a follow up question
Message us on WhatsApp with the shoot details and we will answer directly.
Do you supply the colour chart mentioned here
A colour check chart is included with the 12.6cm two ball kits and can be quoted with other products.
Can I quote a kit based on this guide
Yes. Send the products listed on this page and we will confirm price packing and dispatch.
Put This Into Practice
Send the shoot details and we will tell you which ball and handle combination suits it.