Considering a studio kit

Anvh · 2009-05-30T19:02:43+0100

I'm looking to go further into studio photography but I ain't so sure what equipment to get. There are some really simply, cheap but good kits on the market and they look surely look good enough as a begining. I also have a AF540 flashgun, I've being playing with the though to get another one (or AF360) instead of real studio flashes. Those or more versitaile and strong enough for portraits but in the end you've less power for more money compared to studio flash. What are your thoughts about it for an ameteur. Would you advice me together a flash gun or studio kit? And please state the good and bad side of both if you could, that would be really helpfull. Also what attributes would come in handy? A soft box looks like a must to have and maybe a umbrella, a snooze and a reflector. Thank you for rading.

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paullucas paullucas

412 posts
19 years

Posted 01/06/2009 - 14:55 Link

Anvh wrote:
I don't thinking shipping is cheap paul with such big package

I have a quote for the p&p and they say it cost £60 + vat. Considering that the kit weighs 20kg I don't think that's bad.

Anyway I'll leave that with you.

Paul

greynolds999 greynolds999

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Posted 01/06/2009 - 15:19 Link

A little off-subject, I would recommend you check your insurance (if you are planning a home studio). They probably won't have a problem unless you are planning to make money but you should make sure they are OK with it.

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Anvh Anvh

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Posted 01/06/2009 - 19:25 Link

Great tip but i'm living at my grandparents at the moment

Thank you Paul for asking, still it doesn't make much sense.
£60 + vat will be €80 and that's almost 1/5th of the price... if i get one here i get 2 year waranty and if i have problems it's easier to deal with the shop. I don't see the flash shipping back again if I've problems. that would add £120 for just shipping cost... really not worth the risk.

I'm also currently looking in the secondhand market, like i said i don't need pro stuff and won't use it to make money since it's just an hobby.

It would be very helpfull if you can give me some other manufacturers that have good stuff.
I've seen some secondhand bowens come by, great stuff i must say but they are still over the €1000 so a bit over budget.

Stefan