{"product_id":"4x5-light-source-basic-mk2","title":"Negative Supply 4x5 Light Source Basic MK2 - 97 CRI","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1699596544058_177\" data-content-field=\"excerpt\" class=\"ProductItem-details-excerpt\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eAn updated to one of our all-time best selling products, the 4x5 Light Source Basic MK2 is an evolution in every way for film scanning. Read below for more details!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eNegative Supply 4x5 Light Source Basic MK2\u003c\/strong\u003e is the next of the second generation light sources from Negative Supply meant to replace the original 4x5 Light Source Basic. Designed with 35mm, 120 and 4x5 film in mind, the 4x5 Light Source Basic MK2 is created for all users in mind that need a solid, reliable light source with a high degree of color accuracy over long periods of time. As with our other light sources, the 4x5 Light Source Basic MK2 is also capable of taking our various adapter plates for film carriers to be used directly on the light source. You can also use our Pro Mount MK2 if you to mask off light from below, have leveling capabilities and an anti-static dust brush.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eWith learns from recent releases, this light source comes with a custom designed and in-house finished internal acrylic that drastically increases brightness, improves CRI rating, and boasts perfect light uniformity for up to 4x5 sheet film. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNegative Supply\u003c\/span\u003e also developed new manufacturing methods that allow for a smaller light source that will still dissipate heat during long scanning sessions while also allowing us to decrease cost and pass the savings along to you!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eRecently there has been a lot of discussion about how CRI and TCLI should be used to compare light sources for film scanning purposes. We’ll break it down for you!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCRI\u003c\/strong\u003e is a metric used to tell us how a light source renders color based on human perception. What this does not tell us is how this light will render on film or in our case, a digital camera. The \u003cstrong\u003eTCLI\u003c\/strong\u003e value will give us a more complete view of color accuracy and more directly relates to film scanning. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCRI is often the metric given when comparing light sources in our industry, though TCLI is perhaps more critical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThe TLCI value is averaged from the 24 colors from the MacBeth Color Checker Chart with the maximum value of 100 being the best. Light sources that score a 90 or higher are often seen as high quality light sources that will cut down on post production time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAfter extensive testing \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eNegative Supply determined the following:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e4x5 Light Source Basic MK1 99 CRI: Scored a 98.3 for TCLI and 99.0 CRI\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e4x5 Light Source Basic MK2 97 CRI: Scored a 98.0 for TCLI and 97.0 CRI\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis shows that the new 4x5 Light Source Basic MK2 - 97 CRI is nearly as color accurate as the previous \u003cem\u003e99 CRI\u003c\/em\u003e model at a much lower price and significantly brighter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cem\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-rte-list=\"default\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eOver 2x stops brighter than previous model\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eImproved carbon composite construction for rigidity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eIlluminates an image area large enough for all formats up to 4x5 sheet film\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e97 CRI and 99 CRI bulb options guaranteeing high color accuracy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eCustom in-house designed and in-house finished acrylic that increases brightness, CRI rating, and improves light uniformity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eIdeal for users of any skill level from beginner to advanced user\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eBackwards compatible with all Negative Supply accessories for 4x5 Light Source Basic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eMore even Illumination guarantees no falloff when scanning 4x5 film\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-rte-list=\"default\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e4x5 Light Source Basic MK2 - 97 CRI\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eInternational AC power supply with domestic and international power adapters\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eInstructions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eOptional: In-line power switch which adds a quick on and off button to the Light Source Basic MK2\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Negative Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41842001772589,"sku":"99191","price":159.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0397\/6167\/4285\/files\/014x5_Light_Source_Basic_MK2-1_NS-Web45BL97M2.jpg?v=1699597623","url":"https:\/\/glozerscamera.shop\/products\/4x5-light-source-basic-mk2","provider":"Glazer's Camera","version":"1.0","type":"link"}