Green Screens are a great thing to own for a whole range of uses.
In the past they have been used exclusively by filmmakers and photographers to edit or chroma key different backgrounds into shots or images. Lots of great movies have been and continue to be shot using Green Screens.
Of course they now often appear in people’s homes, for example gamers have started readily using them for their online streaming on platforms such as twitch. The screen have also come down in price dramatically over the past few years meaning that they have become more accessible.
If you’re a photographer looking to take great portraits, or professional standard product photography then there is no doubt that a Green Screen will dramatically help your ability to shoot, edit and get the result you want.
With a tonne of Green Screens currently on the market we’ve taken the time to go through some of the best that can be found today. We’ll show you options for those that are after professional quality screens as well as those that are working with a smaller budget.
We’ll cover a Green Screen for everyone so hopefully at the end of this article you’ll know which screen is right for you.
Emart Green Screen
This quick set up easy to install green screen from Esmart is a great place to begin our list.
This is a professional standard quality Green Screen that is fully collapsible and can be deconstructed down to easily slide underneath a bed, or easily be tucked away. For this reason it’s perfect for bedroom producers, gamers that want to stream on sites such as twitch, or for chroma key editing in after effects.
Whatever you need your Green Screen for the Esmart offers a great all round screen with plenty of great features that make it practical and efficient.
Pros
- Good value for money
- Durable and well built constructed out of aluminium
- Chroma key so you can add any background you desire
- Highly versatile and perfect for gamers that wish to stream online with services such as twitch
- Great for making special effect movies, shorts or adverts
- Wrinkle resistant
- Easily clean with a wipe
- Dust and moisture proof so you can store away and not worry about your screen
- 24/7 email support
- 18 month parts and screen warranty included
- 3 second set up thanks to adjustable legs
- X axis frame makes sure your screen is always supported
- Aluminium shell is both robust and fairly lightweight
- X-frame locks screen in place so you never have to worry about tightening fixtures or securing the screen
- Can be used indoor as well as outdoor depending on your requirements
- Highly practical
- Save space – when completely folded down the screen measures just – 3.94 x 4.72 x 61.02 so you can fold away and store easily wherever you are
- Great for a whole range of users
- Extremely portable
Cons
- Packaging is cheap and poor
LimoStudio Photo Video Chromakey Green Screen Background
Next we have the Limostudio Green Screen. This is aimed more toward photographers as well as filmmakers.
With plenty of included gear and add ons with this purchase you’ll be sure to have everything you need to capture chroma key shots, as well as perfect portraits, or professional standard product pictures.
This is a great value for money green Screen included lots of great gear that will be very useful for most photographers and filmmakers. The larger backdrop screen is great, all considering the price.
Pros
- A backdrop support stand with a crossbar, 3 backdrop support clamps, and 5 backdrop holders are included with the purchase so all you need to do is set up and start shooting
- Sturdy tripod legs that maintain the screen and make sure that it is secure at all times whilst in use
- The standard mount legs are adjustable so you can get the correct height required with ease
- Made of high quality nylon construction
- Works well to diffuse the light from any
- flash/strobe light or continuous light
- Translucent material reflects and spreads light stream evenly
- Eliminates glare and spots
- 180 degree swivel stand for the bulb to ensure you have complete control of lighting in the studio
- Simple twist and lock bars that enable you to adjust the height and easily set up your screen
- Green, black and white backgrounds so you can take portraits, product photographs as well as chroma key editing.
- 10 x 20 feet backdrop size
- 10 x 9.4 feet green screen
- 2 x umbrella reflectors
- 2x softbox lighting diffusers
- Bulbs
- Carry bag
Cons
- Wrinkles over time
- Amateur finishing
- Darker green than other screens on the market
Fancierstudio Green Screen Background Stand
If you’re working with a budget for whatever reason and you want a simple, easy to use does what it says on the tin type of Green Screen then you’re in luck!
The FancierStudio Green Screen is a bargain and offers everything that you could want from a basic Green Screen. You’ll be able to set up and use your Green Screen quickly and easily with the simple installation setup.
With plenty of height and width you’ll likely never run out of space making this the perfect Green Screen for everyday use. You’ll be shocked at how good this model is given the price.
Pros
- Great value for money
- Ultimate budget option
- Does what it needs too
- 6×9 feet
- Carry case included
- 8 ft high x 10 feet wide
- Lightweight and portable
- Aluminium build for durability
- 3 leg support
- Completely collapsible
- Chroma key editing easily achieved
Cons
- Screen has be known to wrinkle over time
- Not the most sturdy model that we’ve featured on this list
- Recommended that weights are used on the legs which aren’t included with purchase
CRAPHY Upgraded Portable Photo Studio
This next offering from Craphy is our go to budget option for those that are looking for a studio kit for photography purposes.
Of course you’ll still be able to use this Green Screen for filming but it will be limited. This is the ultimate budget pack for those that want to shoot product photography, portraits or other professional photography types of work and need a Green Screen to chroma key the background of their choice.
With this screen you get plenty of great studio add ons that enable you to easily capture the perfect shots for your clients. If you’re just starting out as a studio photographer then this might be your ultimate package to get you all set up – professionally speaking!
Pros
- Great value for money
- Comes with lots of addons
- Perfect studio setup
- Great for beginners
- Great for those on a tight budget
- 33 inch umbrella included to manage studio lighting
- 2 x bulb holders for lighting
- 2 x photography studio light stands
- 6x 9 inch screen available in Green, Black and White
- 2x spring clamps to easily exchange screens without any hassle
- Highly portable with a carry case included
Cons
- Muslin material which will wrinkle over time
Photography Backdrop Background 6 x 9ft, Andoer Professional Green Screen Backdrop
If you have everything you need to make a Green Screen and only require the actual fabric to make the screen then Andoer has got you covered.
Perhaps you’re into your DIY and fancy making the frame yourself? Well look no further. This screen is staggering cheap and will work perfectly once set up with your own frame.
Users who already have frames, or have made them themselves have commented on the high quality material used. In varying sizes staring at 9×10 feet and going up to 10 x 19.07 feet this screen will have you covered whatever you decide to shoot.
Pros
- Great value for money
- Cheap and easy
- Works well
- Good material
- Varying sizes that range from 9×10 feet all the way up to 10 x 19.07 so you’ll always be covered
- Washable and de-wrinkled fabric
Cons
- No structure included so you’ll need to own your stand, or make one
Conclusion
This list has covered a wide range of screens that vary in both price and size. Whatever your needs are hopefully this list has covered the right screen for you.
