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Submitted By: jgrogan

Joined: Feb 3 2006

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Studio Light Kits

Posted: February 3, 2006 - 8:35am

I am looking to buy a studio light kit for a beginner. Nothing elaborate but it needs to be portable enough to fit into the back seat of my car. I prefer buying new from a dealer rather than used.

Any recommendations? I am really confused by what I have seen or read in ads, articles, and so forth.

Submitted By: ronk

Location: Quensbury, NY

Joined: Mar 15 2005

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Re: Studio Light Kits

Posted: February 4, 2006 - 3:32am

I have used Paul Buff's products for 20 years and have been more than satisfied with them. If I were to buy today, I would pirchase 2 Alien Bees 800 units and 1 or 2 Alien Bees 400 units. Soft boxes, umbrellas and other acessories willl depend upon what and how you photograph.

Submitted By: uniq1111

Location: Cleveland Ohio

Joined: Dec 8 2005

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Re: Studio Light Kits

Posted: February 7, 2006 - 12:27pm

I also feel that Alien Bees and White Lightning products offer amazing "bang for the buck" and a nice selection of low price light modifiers and accessories. I own four B1600 and two B800 lights and they have served me well.