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<blockquote data-quote="Browncoat" data-source="post: 328955" data-attributes="member: 1061">There are varying schools of thought on lighting, no doubt. But there's no need to add confusion by making outrageous statements such as this. I have extensive lighting options, and more often than not, I reach for the speedlights. I totally agree that in a lot of cases, they're more convenient due to their smaller size. However, they have limitations, #1 being flash power. Speedlights aren't the best option for area lighting or group photos, and are near useless for outdoor lighting, especially during the daytime. As far as portability goes, toss a battery pack into the mix and monolights become just as convenient on location.I think if anyone is going to be a well-versed photographer, they need to have lighting options. The OP already has an SB-700. He's looking to start a home-based studio and get into portraiture and weddings. If he puts all of his stock into speedlights, what happens when he needs more than what a speedlight can provide?</blockquote>

[QUOTE="Browncoat, post: 328955, member: 1061"] There are varying schools of thought on lighting, no doubt. But there's no need to add confusion by making outrageous statements such as this. I have extensive lighting options, and more often than not, I reach for the speedlights. I totally agree that in a lot of cases, they're more convenient due to their smaller size. However, they have limitations, #1 being [B]flash[/B] [B]power[/B]. Speedlights aren't the best option for area lighting or group photos, and are near useless for outdoor lighting, especially during the daytime. As far as portability goes, toss a battery pack into the mix and monolights become just as convenient on location. I think if anyone is going to be a well-versed photographer, they need to have lighting options. The OP already has an SB-700. He's looking to start a home-based studio and get into portraiture and weddings. If he puts all of his stock into speedlights, what happens when he needs more than what a speedlight can provide? [/QUOTE]

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