12.6cm VFX Balls
12.6cm VFX Ball Kit Chrome and Grey Ball
Two-ball HDRI reference kit in a hard case for crews that move every hour
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12.6cm VFX Balls
5 Inch 50/50 Chrome and Grey VFX Ball
One 5 inch ball that carries both references and ships in 3 to 5 days
The 5 inch 50/50 ball splits one sphere down the middle: half polished chrome, half 18% grey.
It comes with a handle and a cloth cover, so it goes from bag to frame in seconds.
Shipping time for this listing is 3 to 5 days.
Ball diameter: 5 inchFinish: 50% chrome, 50% greySupplied with: Handle, cloth coverShipping time: 3 to 5 days
Key Benefits
- One ball to carry instead of two
- Both lighting references land in a single frame
- The cloth cover keeps the mirror face clean between setups
- 3 to 5 day shipping suits jobs booked at short notice
Application Scenarios
- Fast turnaround commercials
- Documentary and run and gun VFX plates
- Stills photography with CG product inserts
- Backup reference ball in a camera bag
Who It Is For
- Solo VFX supervisors
- Camera assistants asked to grab a quick reference
- Small studios that need a second ball without a second case
Problems It Solves
- A two ball kit is more than a light unit wants to carry
- Swapping balls mid setup costs frames that will not be reshot
- A bare mirror ball picks up fingerprints and dust between takes
Technical Features
- 5 inch diameter, half mirror and half grey in one sphere
- Supplied with a handle
- Supplied with a cloth cover
- Shipping time 3 to 5 days
- Part of the 12.6cm size family
Specifications
| Ball diameter | 5 inch |
|---|---|
| Finish | 50% chrome, 50% grey |
| Supplied with | Handle, cloth cover |
| Shipping time | 3 to 5 days |
| Thread | TBC |
| Net weight | TBC |
Values marked TBC are not published on the source material we work from and are confirmed in writing before an order is placed.
Materials
Polished stainless steel on the mirror half and grey paint on the matte half.
Manufacturing Process
The mirror half is treated through the same multi step polishing sequence used on the larger spheres so reflections stay undistorted.
Quality Control
Each ball is checked for surface defects before packing. Products are handmade and may carry slight paint and finish variation that does not affect performance.
Certifications
We do not publish certification claims for this product. If your procurement process needs documentation, ask us before ordering and we will tell you exactly what we can supply.
Customization Options
Larger 50/50 balls are available at 20cm and 25cm. Ask by email if you need a matched pair of sizes.
Comparison With Other Products
Against the 12.6cm two ball kit, this single 50/50 ball trades the separate grey sphere for speed and a smaller bag.
Use Guide
How Crews Work With This Product
- Hold the ball at the subject position with the split line vertical in frame
- Keep the chrome half turned toward the key light
- Shoot a bracketed set, then a single clean frame of the grey half
- Wipe the mirror half with the cloth cover before it goes back in the bag
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Guide
How to Shoot HDRI Reference on Set
A step by step capture routine for chrome and grey reference balls, including bracketing, ball placement, colour chart use and what to log for post production.
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On Set HDRI Capture
A repeatable capture routine from call time to dispatch of the reference.
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5 Inch 50/50 Chrome and Grey VFX Ball FAQ
What does 50/50 mean
Half of the sphere is polished chrome and half is grey, so one ball carries both references.
How long does shipping take
Shipping time for this ball is 3 to 5 days.
Is a tripod included
No. Tripods are not included. The ball ships with a handle and a cloth cover.
Can I get the same ball in a larger size
Yes. We produce 6cm, 12.6cm, 20cm, 25cm and 30cm balls.
Quote the 5 Inch 50/50 Chrome and Grey VFX Ball
Send the quantity and the delivery country and we will confirm price packing and dispatch window in writing.