Studio Lighting Equipment – What You Should Know
Discussing the wide variety of lights and the infinite number of setup combinations in a photography studio could be the subject of a book. And in fact, there are several books dedicated to this specific topic. However, if you’re interested in investing in some studio lighting equipment, there are a few basic things that every photographer should know. With a good set of basic lighting tools, you should be able to shoot in most types of situations and subjects. Here’s a breakdown on the most common types of studio lighting:
Continuous Lighting
These are the types of lights that you may associate with making a movie. Continuous light refers to light that is constantly on compared to a flash that goes on and off. Though this method can generate quite a bit of heat and definitely uses more power, it is a great way to work subtle lighting situations. Since you will be able to see your lights interacting before you shoot, youll have a much better idea of what the photograph is going to look like.
You can choose a simple kit for continuous lighting online for a reasonable price.Many photo stores have a section dedicated to studio lighting equipment, so it is really up to you on how much you want to spend. Look for a flash kit that has light stands, light fixtures, bulbs and a reflective umbrella. Continuous light can be provided by fluorescent, halogen, and tungsten light bulbs which you use is going to be a matter of taste and tone.
Studio Flash
As you may have guessed, this bracket of studio lighting equipment is dedicated to setups that utilize a flash (often seen in fashion shoots). Flash setups are low on power consumption and even lower in terms of heat generation, and are… Continue reading
