In this video, I take you guys thru the entire process of a home studio product photography shoot. I share with you every detail of my setup, every photo I take and how I made it. I give you my camera settings and flash settings. I also show you my mistakes and how I corrected them.
Product photography requires patience. This is not a quick process and there’s a bit of set up involved. There’s also the mentality. Taking your time to get your exposure just right is critical to getting the right shots.
In this video, I demonstrate the amazing Cactus RF60 speedlites and V6 transceivers using a 4-speedlite setup. The flexibility and power you have with this kind of setup is amazing. Being able to control power to each of your speedlites from the top of the camera is so important, especially when you’re working alone with a lot of lights.
These Cactus flashes and transceiver – receivers, have built-in radio transmitters so they can all send and receive signal. You can set up to 4 groups of flashes in multiple channels, all of which you control a the touch of a button or turn of a dial.
Another amazing thing about the Cactus V6’s is that they come pre-loaded with Canon and Nikon profiles for many of their popular flashes. In this video, I’m using Nikon SB-800 flashes on Cactus V6’s as receivers and able to control the power with the V6 on my camera. AMAZING. And control flash power to the Cactus RF60’s as well.
This video is chock full of killer tips and nuggets. I pop a lot of tips on the screen to help along with the learning process.
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wow … a buffet of speedlights.
Why can't you just put a constant light behind the white background? I don't have that many speedlites.
Shouldn't be this complicated for heaven's sake! Ever heard of the expression "making a meal of it?!" .. some people have all the time and resources in the world to muck around!
Nothing at all basic about this set up in fact it's quite complicated but I really like your enthusiasm. Good comments about the importance of a stable tripod.
Good Tutorial
Thanks a loot
How do I get the light?
Hello Adam,
This is Adam! What size background are you using and who is the manufacturer? Thanks for a great tutorial vid. Cheers!
"Home studio"?????????? What average fellow/gal has the gear you're using in their home"?
It is fun to watch tutorials where people dabble with lighting and see all the mistakes they make.
My suggestion for basic lighting would be to:
1) Set the position, direction and strength of the main light/lights to get good lighting on whatever you are photographing. Whether to use umbrellas, softboxes, light tent or something else is a matter of taste.
2) Then turn on the background lights to make the background white without overexposing it too much, as this washes out the dark tones in the subject.
Cool…..man ! What photo editing software do u use??? btw, have you tried the software ZenFotomatic (zenfotomatic.com) for editing product photos, to me that was really fast and efficient !! Would like to know your views on that!
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where can I find the table and what brand was it …
you sound like David Letterman
Hello, I am interested in purchasing the backsplash and two of the cactus flashes to make a blownout backdrop for product photography. I am looking on the cactus website and cannot seem to understand what to get. I currently have two Elinchrom d-lite RX4 strobes with softboxes. Would it be possible for me to do this setup by removing the softboxes and using umbrellas for the front lights?
Most people don't have four speedlights lying around…how cool is that!?
"Nick-on" not "Nye-con"….
thats super basic dude
Yes, I have all this stuff laying around my house. Except the Leica…
Hi there I have been a huge fan of your work and appreciate for your contributions in the community. I learned a lot from you. I am trying to set up a small professional studio for product photography and need guidance what lights or flash should I buy. It would be a great help.
Thx
Great video! What are your thoughts on using a 100mm macro lens? I shoot jewelry and most clients/budgets don't call for focus stacking. Is there a more efficient lens to use with my 5D? thanks!
Sounds complicated
why not using the formula GN = F x D?
'with stuff laying around my house' … what planet are you on ??? This video isn't a good ad for your services …how annoying -what a prat !!
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Great video – I took a lot from this – thank you
Thank you. This really help me understand more on product shooting.
Im really new at using Photoshop. Can anyone tell me how he removes the number at the bottom right of the product?
Thank you so much for this excellent tutorial and your patience to show
us every single detail in your work. You expanded my poor knowledge in product photography, so from now on I would not be afraid to try it.
There is WAY TO MUCH needless talk in this video. When you are using radio triggers, it doesn't matter what flash your using.
Exactly what I was looking for. I'm using a Sony Nex 5R + Sigma 50MM 22.8 … would this work too? I saw the Cactus set 4 flashes.. $720… is there any cheaper alternatives? I saw someone mentioning Yongnuo YN500EX but I am not sure how and IF this will work with Sony Nex 5R. Appreciate any thoughts. Thanks
Sorry, did you say anything after Leica M3? I'll swap you my wife for it, and she makes home made bread.
What light setup would work best for me considering that I'm filming fragrance bottles on a desk ? I'm doing fragrances reviews.
Amazing channel man!
Thank for good job ^^
amazing
you talk too much.
nice set up. looks very simple and i'll give it a try, question: will i be able to get the same results shooting purses/bags/wallets in a a bit bigger setting? i'll be on grey background tho
i wanna sell stuff on ebay, craiglist. can you give a list of just bare bones equipment for photography? thank you
4 flashes, too much, l have only two plus the camera one.
Awesome video man! I tend to over think the gear that I need. Thinking that I need to go out and purchase better stuff. This video has helped me in so many says. Good to see the trial and error during the shoot too…
Great video. Thanks for explaining your reasoning behind your decisions! Photos turned out great
You did not mention the white balance you were using.
Amazed at the number of folks surprised by 4 flash units .. I have four good flash units that I got off ebay for practically nothing .. around $30 to 40 each .. two 430ex-ii and two yn-500ex all hss units .. shop around and you can find good gear cheap
thank you this really helps
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