I selected this crystal ball on a whim with the intention of using it for creative photography. This is my first crystal ball and so far I am very pleased with it, especially considering the price I paid for it.
I will start by saying that if you are planning to buy a ball like this one, keep in mind that these have some heft to them. There are different sizes available; choose the size you need, and plan accordingly. Some will find this particular ball unwieldy (80mm) while others will want an even bigger one.
The product listing states that this ball is flawless. Mine has no scratches, no chips and no bubbles or impurities that can be seen with the naked eye. Looking through it very carefully, I did not find any swirls either, which was a concern I had before I got it because such distortions could ruin any pictures I took. Now, it does distort slightly around the edges when taking pictures through it, but that is to be expected, especially when the depth of field is too shallow.
My ball came with everything specified in the listing – a carrying pouch, a small stand, and a cleaning cloth.
I would really only change one thing. It would have been nice to have a tripod mount for this ball in the package, even if it drove the price up a bit. Oddly enough, most of the reasonable tripod mounts for balls like this actually cost more than the ball itself.
For the price (just shy of $16 as I write this), I am very happy with this ball. It works as a creative photography tool and it is clean and clear enough to be an attractive display item. I have not worked with other crystal balls like this so I have no basis of comparison; that said, this is a very affordable and well-made ball that is definitely worth its asking price.
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Product Description
Why choose Merrynine?
- Professional crystal ball brand sellers, paying attention to the crystal ball industry for many years.
- We understand your needs. We have given you a crystal ball base, a ball cloth and a storage bag, so that you can better show your crystal ball.
How to shoot with MerryNine's crystal ball?
- The focus should be on the crystal ball to make the scene in the crystal ball clear.
- Use a large aperture, background blur, blur.
- The crystal ball such as a convex lens, can compress a wide scene and display it as a fisheye or a macro to enlarge the object.
- When you find that the fingerprint on the crystal ball is not clear, use our special scrubbing cloth to shoot with water.
- After the photography is finished, you can put the wipe cloth and crystal ball together in our gift storage pouch to protect your crystal ball.
- Hold your crystal ball,get the most out of your photography!
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1 X Crystal StandDon't worry about the crystal ball rolling and breaking. The crystal ball is round and easy to roll on uneven contact surfaces. Especially in the process of taking pictures, if the ball is placed on a surface that is not very flat, it is difficult to take a good photo. |
1 X Customized Velvet Crystal Ball PouchDon't worry about the inconvenience of going out with a crystal ball. Considering that crystal balls are fragile products,We have customized bags for this crystal ball. Selection of high quality velvet fabrics,soft feel not only protects the crystal ball from scratches,it's also very convenient to carry out. |
1 X Professional Wiper ClothDon't worry that the surface of the crystal ball is covered with fingerprints or dust, which will affect the clarity and make it difficult to take pictures. You only need a little water to wipe the crystal ball on our gift cloth, it will be very clear. |
1 X Customized Brand Packaging BoxWe have customized exclusive packaging for each crystal ball. You can give it as a gift to others,or you can also keep it for your own use. |
Why do we choose a crystal ball made of K9?
Especially suitable for professional-grade photographic Prop
-Lens photo balls
Multiple sizes for different options
- We are the source of the photography ball design and manufacturing company
- We offer a choice between 2" and 5" in diameter to address the needs of multiple scenarios.
What's K9?
-Top K9 Material with special process, it's durable that will not become yellow
- K9 crystal is one of the highest quality Optical Glass.
- The material of K9 is more transparent than other materials, and it is not easy to have impurities.
Not only a piece of art product
- The top material, the unique craftsmanship, the perfect suit, not only a creative artwork, but also a must-have fantasy photography tool for photographers, it is also a perfect creative gift.
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| Material | Top K9 Crystal | Top K9 Crystal | Top K9 Crystal | Top K9 Crystal | Top K9 Crystal | Top K9 Crystal |
| Color | Clear | Clear | Clear | Clear | Clear | Clear |
| Diameter | 2.4" | 2.8" | 3.2" | 3.5" | 3.9" | 4.3" |
| Crystal Stand | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Ball Pouch | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Special Clean Cloth | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Branded | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
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Reviews with images
Good quality. A bit small for a Halloween prop.
My bad for not reading the dimensions on this one. It is good quality, but smaller than expected. We are using it for a Halloween prop, and it's a bit small for that purpose. You will be happy with it if it's the size you are expecting. (Photo next to a soda can for reference.)
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Reviewed in the United States on September 11, 2023
Color: BlackVerified Purchase
This is a very nice ball. I use it for scrying and it seems to do the job, although I’ve only used it a couple of times. It is a little smaller than I thought, but that is on me… I did not read the dimensions. It is, however, very sturdy. The base is very nice, and it looks really pretty. The smaller size actually means it fits better on my alter that a larger one would. I wasn’t paying attention, yet I did myself a favor, anyhow. 😜 it is a very nice product, and I am extremely happy with my purchase.
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Reviewed in the United States on November 9, 2018
Color: Clear-clearVerified Purchase
I don't think you could get much better for the price. My dad is also a professional photographer; after using this ball a few times, I ordered him one for Christmas too. It is so much fun and takes truly unique pictures! The quality of this specific ball is great, no imperfections and the cleaning rag, stand and pouch are all good quality. I have used it in numerous settings, including on rock, and it does not get scratched. Definitely a must if you like playing with photography!
On a side note, it is a bit heavy to tote around, but I just switched this out for my extra lens I normally carry with me and it wasn't too bad. We are headed to Columbia, South America, here shortly to backpack through some dense jungle (the Amazon)... I plan on just using its little pouch to carry it and stash it in my hiking backpack. I feel confident it won't break and won't add to the weight too much. Definitely wouldn't go larger or smaller in size though, this size is perfect!
On a side note, it is a bit heavy to tote around, but I just switched this out for my extra lens I normally carry with me and it wasn't too bad. We are headed to Columbia, South America, here shortly to backpack through some dense jungle (the Amazon)... I plan on just using its little pouch to carry it and stash it in my hiking backpack. I feel confident it won't break and won't add to the weight too much. Definitely wouldn't go larger or smaller in size though, this size is perfect!
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Reviewed in the United States on October 16, 2023
Color: TransparentVerified Purchase
Good quality. A bit small for a Halloween prop.
Reviewed in the United States on October 16, 2023
My bad for not reading the dimensions on this one. It is good quality, but smaller than expected. We are using it for a Halloween prop, and it's a bit small for that purpose. You will be happy with it if it's the size you are expecting. (Photo next to a soda can for reference.)
Reviewed in the United States on October 16, 2023
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Reviewed in the United States on December 5, 2019
Color: Clear-clearVerified Purchase
I have been into amateur photography for many years now and was very excited when my teenage son wanted a DSLR for his birthday this year. He has a very artistic flair to his photography and I thought a photography ball would be a great item to allow him some additional ways for expression. I attached some pictures that he took on his first day out with the new photography ball. The ball seems to be exceptional quality. It is very clear and does very nicely in shots. My ball came with a base, carrying bag and a cleaning cloth.
This photography ball is outstanding and makes a great gift for any photographers in your life. My son loves his and I have been using it myself, so I will probably get a second one to keep in my photography bag. Really, for this price, it is crazy not to pick one up.
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This photography ball is outstanding and makes a great gift for any photographers in your life. My son loves his and I have been using it myself, so I will probably get a second one to keep in my photography bag. Really, for this price, it is crazy not to pick one up.
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Reviewed in the United States on October 5, 2018
Color: Clear-clearVerified Purchase
Not for the faint of heart but once you figure out how to flip the ball image right side up, you can get some pretty fun results. Or, you can leave the image upside down if it makes for an interesting picture. You'll need Photoshop to manipulate the ball (or some other good photo editing program). Since I work in photoshop a lot, it didn't take me too long to figure out how to flip the ball. The videos on you tube are a nightmare to follow, (especially the long one with what seems like 500 steps). The shorter video is better, but will not get you the results you want. Combine the ideas of the two videos and you'll be flipping balls like a mad hatter.aaa
Ball is best used with a camera with no sensor light or flash so DSLR is harder to use than just a plain pocket camera or your phone. Picture shown was done with a DSLR and it didn't pick up the sensor light, so I call it a lucky shot. Using a macro setting on any camera if you have it is helpful. All you can really do is play with it and be very glad we live in a digital age instead of film. It's good entertainment for not a lot of money.
As for this particular ball, it's clear, minus any bubbles in the glass and seems pretty high quality for the price.
Ball is best used with a camera with no sensor light or flash so DSLR is harder to use than just a plain pocket camera or your phone. Picture shown was done with a DSLR and it didn't pick up the sensor light, so I call it a lucky shot. Using a macro setting on any camera if you have it is helpful. All you can really do is play with it and be very glad we live in a digital age instead of film. It's good entertainment for not a lot of money.
As for this particular ball, it's clear, minus any bubbles in the glass and seems pretty high quality for the price.
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Reviewed in the United States on October 30, 2023
Color: TransparentVerified Purchase
I love my crystal ball. It's the perfect lil addition to any decor setup. And for the price it's just too good not to get.
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Jennifer
Absolutely beautiful
Reviewed in Canada on April 5, 2024Color: TransparentVerified Purchase
T.L. Jacobsen
High quality & beautiful style
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 11, 2024Color: TransparentVerified Purchase
Sergio
¡Está maciza!
Reviewed in Spain on January 8, 2024Color: BlackVerified Purchase
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