Quick Answer

To reduce glare on transparent gemstones, turn off or reduce direct light sources hitting the stone, adjust the positioning of your magnetic sparkle lights, and make sure you have the correct scene preset selected for your background.

Adjust the GemCam Pro Lighting (Desktop Only)

If you're shooting with the GemCam Pro, the camera has built-in front-facing lighting that can cause direct glare on transparent stones like aquamarines, topazes, and clear quartz.

To reduce this:

  • Go to the GemCam Light Controls panel in the GemIQ desktop app and turn the light intensity down or off entirely

  • Adjust the vertical angle of the GemCam Pro so the light is not hitting the gemstone directly

The GemLightbox itself provides enough ambient light for many shots, so you may not need the GemCam Pro's front light at all when photographing transparent stones.

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Adjust or Remove the Magnetic Sparkle Lights

The magnetic sparkle lights on the sides of the GemLightbox can be a direct source of glare on transparent gemstones. Try the following:

  • Move the magnetic lights up or down to change the angle at which light hits the stone

  • Adjust the angle of the light itself so it's not pointed directly at the gemstone