On a strict budget and want to know if this lightbox will give decent photos using a smartphone until I can afford a DSLR?
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I tend to shake sometimes and wreck some of my pictures, but I think it's worth a try - I'm going to try holding my breath... My main concern is how to take pictures of jewelry or small items that won't stand on their own - I don't know of an invisible way to attach them to the background and turning the box to shoot through the box slit with the items resting on the table - don't think that can be done with the camera on the tripod unless maybe if the tripod adjusts so as to drop the camera forward into the right position to be pointing straight down. There has to be a way - this item must be in use by a lot of jewelry makers.... I tend to shake sometimes and wreck some of my pictures, but I think it's worth a try - I'm going to try holding my breath... My main concern is how to take pictures of jewelry or small items that won't stand on their own - I don't know of an invisible way to attach them to the background and turning the box to shoot through the box slit with the items resting on the table - don't think that can be done with the camera on the tripod unless maybe if the tripod adjusts so as to drop the camera forward into the right position to be pointing straight down. There has to be a way - this item must... » Read More I tend to shake sometimes and wreck some of my pictures, but I think it's worth a try - I'm going to try holding my breath... My main concern is how to take pictures of jewelry or small items that won't stand on their own - I don't know of an invisible way to attach them to the background and turning the box to shoot through the box slit with the items resting on the table - don't think that can be done with the camera on the tripod unless maybe if the tripod adjusts so as to drop the camera forward into the right position to be pointing straight down. There has to be a way - this item must be in use by a lot of jewelry makers.... « Show Less
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Michelle, I do not have a DLSR. My camera is a Canon Powershot SX160 IS. I do use image stabilizer on it. That being said. I have used my galaxy tablet to take photos. I used the highest setting for pixels. I go only as close as not to be blurry. (speaking of the tablet) My photos turned out well and the products sold. Practice with the location of the lights. Practice being steady with the smartphone. Take the photos and then upload and see them as how your customers will see them. After you have some practice using the light box, I think you will be ok. remember to take many views of the product from different angles. You will do fine. Do not let not having a DLSR hold you back. It did not hold me back. And yes, a DLSR is on my wish list! Take Care, and be well, Debra Saturday
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This lightbox works well. The main thing to remember to get good pictures is lighting and use of a tripod. This set comes with lighting and tripod. My only disappointment with this is that the lights are very much dimmed through the box material, but using a tripod that is not an issue.
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I think it will be a great start. Once you get your big camera it will be even big.
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It has proved to be really effective and useful. I photograph jewelry and I only have an OK camera and the photos come out great. I have never tried using my iPhone to take pics. I do t think you will be disappointed. Pretty simple set up but it works.
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This isn't a professional lens by any means but if you're taking photos in a well lit space or outside it should be more than adequate. The more you zoom in with this lens the more it limits light reception, so not the best lens for poor lighting conditions. Until you're willing to spend in the $1000's there aren't many other options. Disclaimer; I'm not a professional photographer...just a hobbyist.
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It would probably do ok with enough light. If you use the camera's flash you will need to play around with the flash settings to reduce the amount of light coming from it or you might get strong reflections and highlights. You might want to consider the Pentax DA 35mm F2.4 AL or DA 50mm F1.8. Neither lens is very expensive (as lens go) but they are very basic and not weather resistant. The DA 50mm is a fast lens and would be my choice for the task you are wanting to use it for.
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Yes, I have been very impressed with the low light pictures. The only complaint I have is you can't force the flash on in auto if you want some fill in light. However, you can force the flash on in other modes.
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Definitely! This is a good strong and heavy softbox. I wouldn't use anything but a heavy duty lightstand with any monolight I own.
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I agree. Make sure your lens is decent. Other than that it takes great photos!
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Greetings!I suppose it's a low budget film. Unless you have good illumination, I don't recommend it under low light environments. The Lo-Light mode has a bad performance.Also remember this is not a professional camera. Good luck in your project, hope I can watch it when released.
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It's a portable video camera with no built-in light nor adjustable aperture or ISO, in short it does not work well on low light condition. Low light photography requires flashes if you need a bright image and the same is true with low light videography. Don't expect a crisp image/video if you're shooting in low light condition without using a separate light setup. Search YouTube for shooting rigs for this video camera and you will notice that everyone that uses this camera semi professionally have external lighting setup. This is not a camera for you if you will use this for low light videography unless you use an external light source or upgrade to a professional video camera with changeable lens and built in light.
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I guess that depends on what you are used to. I had no complaints about the image quality from it... it was an enormous step up from using an iPhone and actually, it produced better pictures than my nikon d3200 (with the 18-55 kit lens). But in the end, I found myself using prime lenses instead... I enjoy the 'hand-on' a little more.
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It's not that good but in its class it's ok. If you want a small, pocket sized point and shoot digital camera you should be ready for lousy performance in low light. Unfortunately bigger sensors and better lenses are the keys for better low light performance.
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I've never used any Yongnuo... I don't do cheap ..I tell you this, I've been shooting for over 36 years and Pocketwizards are cream of the crop. I'm a professional photographer. If you have a budget go with that, but as my golden rule is...INVEST IN THEY SELF...You get what you pay for.
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I only shoot RAW, and am very pleased with it and Lightroom 4. The automatic exposure and auto white balance are generally OK to start from, but I usually make adjustments. In extreme lighting I bring down highlights and increase the light in the shadows. There is a lot of detail captured - I can often get two stops of extra information in post processing, and seldom want more than that. I don't own a DSLR, so can't make a direct comparison, but I would expect it to be similar to APS-C DSLRs. I am an amateur, and would not want to make my recommendation the basis of your decision. The dpreview NEX-6 review includes a RAW Mode page, and they have some examples you can download and examine before deciding.
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Yes, this camera performs well in low light settings.. You just need to familiarize yourself with the different settings (fyi - there is a setting for "low light"). I agree with Paul's response -- it does a pretty decent job even with the flash turned off.
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Yes but buy something more modern unless you're getting a really good deal on it. I got it back in December for $50 and wish I had spent more on a Canon or Sony.
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If you are just starting out it will work. But if you become professional you will want to get a more expensive one with more features. As you get comfortable with your photographing you will want to be able to adjust various settings to your taste rather than just using a point and shoot camera.
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No this camera do not work well in low light. If you need it to make good pictures it wont work for you. I bought this tablet about a month and is fast for what I use it, mail, read books, videos. I recommend it but not for the cameras.
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I dont think it will its a mid level dsrl so it light sensor isnt that strong. Also you going to be using a fast shutter speed so you dont have blurry photos which doesn't let a lot of light in. You probably have to get a more expenses one like one of the Mark canons. Overall for the most part thats what determines the cameras price