Just got me a Basic(and cheap) starter Lighting Kit :)

[WhiteLight]

Needed something to learn with first.. so ordered a Light Stand, a Flash Bracket (B Type) & a White umbrella off eBay for $25.

So dunno much about lighting and how to use it effectively... yet..

hope this gives a good starting/learning point

 

[Bill16]

Sounds cool! I know nothing about lighting and I very curious to see how it works for you my friend!

 

[carguy]

Nice start

 

[WhiteLight]

Just started reading Strobist..
also have been though our own Wayne's site as well - here

About the gear- I didn't expect it to be of very high quality, but it definitely is.
The stand is very sturdy (definitely no issues indoors, but maybe in strong winds outdoors it may tip over.. but I don't intend to use it outside), made of iron, not fiber or some flimsy material that I thought it would be..
the mechanism is great.. works as low as 2 feet & goes up to 8 feet...

The adapter is plastic.. chances of it breaking are high... am guessing with rough use I would need a bracket adapter as this does not fit onto the tripod stand..

The umbrella is pretty standard.. clean & white

Hoping that should be it for now..maybe another kit to provide continous lighting should do.

 

[carguy]

My flash holders are the $5 cowboy studio versions, seem very sturdy. If you do end up using the stand outside, always weigh them down with the small sand weights or something to that effect.

Here is another thread on this site that is helpful, I've listed my lighting gear there.
http://nikonites.com/flashes/3663-dirt-cheap-lighting-buyers-guide.html

 

[WhiteLight]

Thanks for that Joe..
The stand & the bracket seems to be exactly the same...
need to get the reflectors & the reflector holders i guess

 

[carguy]

Thanks for that Joe..
The stand & the bracket seems to be exactly the same...
need to get the reflectors & the reflector holders i guess

Do you have a speedlight or two? Have you seen the new LumoPro LP180?

The entry level Neewer/Godox TT560, Yongnuo or used SB-24/28 lights work well also.

 

[WhiteLight]

at the moment i just have one.. SB700
​was wondering if it would be a better idea to get another SB700 or go in for any of these

 

[carguy]

at the moment i just have one.. SB700
​was wondering if it would be a better idea to get another SB700 or go in for any of these

I have one SB700 as well. For $325 you can buy quite a few VERY capable manual speedlights

 

[WhiteLight]

Will have to dive into that once am confident of using speedlights..
to put it broadly you would say any of the third party and cheaper flashes would do just as good as a SB700 to use as slaves?
or is there some advantage of getting the 700s or the 910s?

 

[carguy]

Will have to dive into that once am confident of using speedlights..
to put it broadly you would say any of the third party and cheaper flashes would do just as good as a SB700 to use as slaves?
or is there some advantage of getting the 700s or the 910s?

When using a speedlight as a slave/receiver, more often than not you are using Manual mode and not TTL. For that I'd say opt for the cheaper alternatives. If you want TTL, look at Yongnuo speedlights, but you will need a TTL compatibile trigger/receiver system... Those can be much more $$.

Yongnuo has a TTL trigger setup, mixed reviews online so far, but 'affordable:
http://nikonites.com/flashes/13713-yongnuo-yn-622n-wireless-flash-trigger-nikon-now-available-read-more-nikon.html

 

[WhiteLight]

When using a speedlight as a slave/receiver, more often than not you are using Manual mode and not TTL. For that I'd say opt for the cheaper alternatives. If you want TTL, look at Yongnuo speedlights, but you will need a TTL compatibile trigger/receiver system... Those can be much more $$.

Yongnuo has a TTL trigger setup, mixed reviews online so far, but 'affordable:
http://nikonites.com/flashes/13713-yongnuo-yn-622n-wireless-flash-trigger-nikon-now-available-read-more-nikon.html

i haven't used the flash much yet, but for what i have used, it's always been in manual mode.
Haven't tried TTL for on-camera or remote flash..assuming manual is the best way to go

 

[eye4get]

I am checking into the best lighting for product photography. Most [sources] recommend constant diffused [soft] daylight florescent lighting. Soft boxes seem the best bet, but just how many and how bright is my question. Some suggest only one light for pearls. Others suggest two or more to cut shadows. I'm seeking advice from those with experience in product or jewelry photography. I live in Thailand so I'll need to find 220v systems. Prices are terribly high for accessories here. I usually order online and have a family member mail items from the US.

 

[carguy]

I am checking into the best lighting for product photography. Most [sources] recommend constant diffused [soft] daylight florescent lighting. Soft boxes seem the best bet, but just how many and how bright is my question. Some suggest only one light for pearls. Others suggest two or more to cut shadows. I'm seeking advice from those with experience in product or jewelry photography. I live in Thailand so I'll need to find 220v systems. Prices are terribly high for accessories here. I usually order online and have a family member mail items from the US.

You have posted this in quite a few threads. Please stick to one and let the members assist. Thanks

 

[fotojack]

I am checking into the best lighting for product photography. Most [sources] recommend constant diffused [soft] daylight florescent lighting. Soft boxes seem the best bet, but just how many and how bright is my question. Some suggest only one light for pearls. Others suggest two or more to cut shadows. I'm seeking advice from those with experience in product or jewelry photography. I live in Thailand so I'll need to find 220v systems. Prices are terribly high for accessories here. I usually order online and have a family member mail items from the US.

Check out this link: Photography Equipment - Photo Video Accessories - Videography Stuff
They have mostly 220v system lighting gear.