My daughter does a vlog & wants portrait lighting. I don't want her buying junk but also don't want her getting more than needs. Thoughts?
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This has three lights and two umbrellas, if she is going a vlog as a side thing any light will do. If she is going to do a more professional vlog with a nice camera this would be a good set to get since it is a nice static light kit.
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I bought these for my daughter with the same thoughts. We think they are just what she needed.
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Honestly, the more I use this lighting kit, the more I like it. But proper lighting definitely takes a certain kind of skill. I recently learned some useful lighting techniques from a video lighting class. Your daughter could easley create portrait type lighting with this kit. It's just a matter of knowing how you set up the lights;.Playing with the arrengemnt, angles, etc.
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With umbrella reflectors you have very little control since the light radiates out broadly in every direction. Yet if you are looking for an even, well-lite video (albeit two-dimensional flat light), this might be just the light for you. Be aware with smaller lights like these you'll need to be be fairly close to your subject/s. But for the incredibly low price, buy a couple of these packages (most charge $50+ for one single tripod, let alone 3 tripods, 3 lights, 2 reflectors and bags). Obviously this gear isn't intended for commercial/pro use, but where the price is important you can hardly go wrong. With umbrella reflectors you have very little control since the light radiates out broadly in every direction. Yet if you are looking for an even, well-lite video (albeit two-dimensional flat light), this might be just the light for you. Be aware with smaller lights like these you'll need to be be fairly close to your subject/s. But for the incredibly low price, buy a couple of these packages (most charge $50+ for one single tripod, let alone 3 tripods, 3 lights, 2 reflectors and bags). Obviously this gear isn't intended for commercial/pro use, but where the price is important you can... » Read More With umbrella reflectors you have very little control since the light radiates out broadly in every direction. Yet if you are looking for an even, well-lite video (albeit two-dimensional flat light), this might be just the light for you. Be aware with smaller lights like these you'll need to be be fairly close to your subject/s. But for the incredibly low price, buy a couple of these packages (most charge $50+ for one single tripod, let alone 3 tripods, 3 lights, 2 reflectors and bags). Obviously this gear isn't intended for commercial/pro use, but where the price is important you can hardly go wrong. « Show Less
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The mic and light need their own power source. This is not an extension of the hot shoe. Some mics will get power off camera (cheap-o). A mountable LED is a common purchase for use here. The bracket is good to use during interviews or the reality film style if you want that look. For film, light the location and plan your shots a jib, dolly or steady rig. Best used for interviews for docu-work IMHO. That is all I use it for when used.
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I don't know why not. You won't have a hair light or background light, but you'll have a main and a fill. I have two pair, so I could use my second pair to light a distant background. If your clothes rack & makeup case are close enough, the fall-off of your main and fill should light the background fine. For a hair light, I got a ePhoto 600 LED Professional Studio Video Light Panel - ePhoto 600 LED Professional Studio Video Light Panel Photography Lighting Sony V Mount by ePhotoinc CN600SD which I put on a large boom I already own.
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You are welcome. I don't quite follow what you are asking. More lights are usually better.... Better perhaps to determine what you wish to photograph and then see how others do it. Using three to four lights is common. With portable equipment I am usually happy with two lights. I haven't used the SB-800. Two SB-800s using the prices you quoted would be $660. Two SB-600s and an SU-800 are under $600. Most people who get the 800s are not concerned with cost or are only getting one flash and want to be able to use it with older equipment. It has all the bells and whistles with some extra power.
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I think you need at least 2 lights and 3 would be better. A fill light for the front, Back light behind the subjects and a light to highlight. One light may work in conjunction with a flash but I haven't tried that. Whatever you use, test it in light like you will encounter at the shoot.
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Any indoor video is relatively poor unless ample window light is present. I would say it is sufficient for capturing family moments but not for quality video. Personally I like the little camera.
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I think so. The bulbs don't get very hot. 110 is plenty. I'm thinking anymore than that it will look over exposed... And this also depends on the type of photography/video productions you're going to do. I was satisfied with them but only a little close up. I think you would have to find a bigger soft box. The bigger the soft box the better quality the light. These really need to be used close unless you adjust your camera settings and even then, some come out grainy looking. This really is a good deal for the price, but the boom stand is really sensitive and the soft boxes tip over easy. I broke one of the bulbs in mine. I think so. The bulbs don't get very hot. 110 is plenty. I'm thinking anymore than that it will look over exposed... And this also depends on the type of photography/video productions you're going to do. I was satisfied with them but only a little close up. I think you would have to find a bigger soft box. The bigger the soft box the better quality the light. These really need to be used close unless you adjust your camera settings and even then, some come out grainy looking. This really is a good deal for the price, but the boom stand is really sensitive and the soft boxes tip over easy. I... » Read More I think so. The bulbs don't get very hot. 110 is plenty. I'm thinking anymore than that it will look over exposed... And this also depends on the type of photography/video productions you're going to do. I was satisfied with them but only a little close up. I think you would have to find a bigger soft box. The bigger the soft box the better quality the light. These really need to be used close unless you adjust your camera settings and even then, some come out grainy looking. This really is a good deal for the price, but the boom stand is really sensitive and the soft boxes tip over easy. I broke one of the bulbs in mine. « Show Less
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This light certainly works while recording or still shots. it also has a little knob to adjust the brightness. In my opinion very inexpensive and definitely worth the buy. You might want to buy a bracket for you camera because the light isn't small. If you camera is bracket ready then this is certainly the light for you. I own a Nikon p500 so our cameras are both similar In style but not the actual same camera. This is why I suggest making sure your camera would support the light either by bracket or your camera may even have something to already support the light on top. Sorry I could not help on the last portion of your question. But I would certainly recommend this light. This light certainly works while recording or still shots. it also has a little knob to adjust the brightness. In my opinion very inexpensive and definitely worth the buy. You might want to buy a bracket for you camera because the light isn't small. If you camera is bracket ready then this is certainly the light for you. I own a Nikon p500 so our cameras are both similar In style but not the actual same camera. This is why I suggest making sure your camera would support the light either by bracket or your camera may even have something to already support the light on top. Sorry I could not... » Read More This light certainly works while recording or still shots. it also has a little knob to adjust the brightness. In my opinion very inexpensive and definitely worth the buy. You might want to buy a bracket for you camera because the light isn't small. If you camera is bracket ready then this is certainly the light for you. I own a Nikon p500 so our cameras are both similar In style but not the actual same camera. This is why I suggest making sure your camera would support the light either by bracket or your camera may even have something to already support the light on top. Sorry I could not help on the last portion of your question. But I would certainly recommend this light. « Show Less
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A candle and box of matches can be used as a backup. Okay that's a joke, BUT in my experience all except for the darkest scenarios, available light exposures yield better photos than the flash.
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I don't recommend this kind light for music video. because being too hot . If the work space is small you can use LED light.
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I finally took a video and yes, it takes nice video. I do not know an exact light reading but the videos indoors with little light are poor quality. It needs a well lit room or sunshine for a good video.
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hiYou can replace the current bulbs with another stronger as I did. I'm not used to video. I used it for photography. But I expect it served
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Yes, you should be able to use for video as the light is constant (not a flash). Depending on what you're shooting, you may want to get more than one to fill in shadows; and you'll definitely want to have extension cords. The cords included are not very long...they barely reach the ground if you have the unit extended all the way.
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No.. check my video on youtube beautybynori it's being used there u will see how the quality of the light is :)
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Hi, I use it for the makeup shoots . But you need to know that it's not enought if you stand as far as a foot from you client. Better use some really good lighting
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I'm looking at buying a studio light kit with muslin backdrops. I will use it mainly for photoshoots with models but will also do portrait sets with a DSLR. The kit needs to bright, sturdy and relatively portable. I have not used studio lighting previously but i have studied studio photography methods. I want to get good results and I'm looking for experienced advice on buying a full featured studio light kit. Please post pertinent product links in your reply. Thanks in advance for your comments!
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It is ready for studio light (Bowen or so, depends on what you get). If you want to use speedlight (oncamera flash), it is also possible, but more tricky.