Lightbox kit review
 

I'm reviewing the lightbox kit I bought from eBay http://www.ebay.com/itm/260942185996...84.m1439.l2649

The item arrived fairly quick via UPS, it is well packed, nothing was broken. Set up was fairly easy and intuitive, the 2 lights have these cool retractable feet but they are top heavy so beware. The lights also gets VERY HOT, it is not recommended for having it on for more than an hour. The box itself can be folded into a carrying case with pouches for the 2 lights as well as the camera stand. The kit also comes with 4 interchangeable backgrounds. I feel that it is a good set for the value, and certainly a great starter kit.

Check out the pictures:
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The lamps get very hot!
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The result:
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Antonio is sorry for Samurai not having original storyline...
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By committing Seppuku!!
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Glad to see this is working for you. Was it necessary to have ISO 800 at a 1/40 shutter speed in order to have a solid background with this setup? The subject seems somewhat overexposed and washed out to me.

I'm still trying different settings to get the best result, I guess when my work isn't so hectic I'll spend a day to tinker with it. The lights are a bit more focused than I like, wish it was diffused more.

I'm glad you made this post because I'm always looking for good camera settings and light setups. I have been using ISO 100 with a slow shutter speed, usually 1/10 and an aperture between f16-20 for my lightbox. I also use a 30 second timer so I don't shake the tripod.

Yeah, the timer is a really good idea, I'm also looking into maybe getting a remote