7D I need a light kit for my 7D

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mrosen

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I'm getting into more and more freelance videography and need to have my own light kit. I don't need anything to fancy or expensive....but i don't want to go totally cheepo. I'm looking for well-rounded lights that I can use for shooting interviews, narratives, and everything in between.

My budget is around 500$

Can anyone recommend a light kit to go along with my 7D?

thanks!
 
Well I'm no lighting expert but $500 bucks is very minimal when it comes to lighting, not to say there aren't good kits you can get for around $500 just that they wont be great. Heres one that I've used and is pretty descent for the price link its pretty good and includes a fair amount of stuff. I also have used and like these link. I hope that helps, I would also check ebay sometimes you can find some great deals their as well.
 
mrosen said:
I'm getting into more and more freelance videography and need to have my own light kit. I don't need anything to fancy or expensive....but i don't want to go totally cheepo.
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$500 is totally cheepo. Good luck in your quest.
 
mrosen said:
I'm getting into more and more freelance videography and need to have my own light kit. I don't need anything to fancy or expensive....but i don't want to go totally cheepo. I'm looking for well-rounded lights that I can use for shooting interviews, narratives, and everything in between.

My budget is around 500$

Can anyone recommend a light kit to go along with my 7D?

thanks!
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I truly do not understand why people say $500 or less is not good? I am shooting music videos with less. Get these for $199 http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/610082-REG/Westcott_401_uLite_2_Light_Digital_Photo.html Also this dude PerroneFord has a serious problem because I asked the same question in the past and he provides nothing useful to any thread and he showed us here again.( just don't post if you have nothing useful to say)


These DSLRS are so excellent in low light that these soft boxes work perfect. I use two of these lights + an on camera light and my footage looks amazing.

Sure their are better lights that do not cause heat, more powerful, better stands, etc. but were in this game to make it happen and not spend money.
 
Cieloent said:
These DSLRS are so excellent in low light that these soft boxes work perfect. I use two of these lights + an on camera light and my footage looks amazing.
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Link to the work? Would love to see what these can do...
 
711 said:
Link to the work? Would love to see what these can do...
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I just shot a music video which is in post, by the weekend it will be out. Personally I did not think it was going to work, but the footage looks amazing. I shot ironically with the 18-55 kit lens wide open at f/3.5 and 30 shutter speed. If there is any site where I can post a quick clip other then VImeo/Youtube that you know of I would gladly post a short 10 sec clip

Footage looks incredible , I will update this thread in a couple of days so I can show everyone.
 
Cieloent said:
I just shot a music video which is in post, by the weekend it will be out. Personally I did not think it was going to work, but the footage looks amazing. I shot ironically with the 18-55 kit lens wide open at f/3.5 and 30 shutter speed. If there is any site where I can post a quick clip other then VImeo/Youtube that you know of I would gladly post a short 10 sec clip

Footage looks incredible , I will update this thread in a couple of days so I can show everyone.
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cool! show us.. if you don't like vimeo or youtube, you can use rapidshare or any file sharing site..

or you can put it on vimeo or youtube and just add a password for us here..
 
i picked up one of those $50 coleman quad LED lanterns for run and gun. Not a full kit substitution, BUT 4 removable, rechargable, standable/hangable LED lamps are pretty handy in a pinch.
 
matt9b said:
cool! show us.. if you don't like vimeo or youtube, you can use rapidshare or any file sharing site..

or you can put it on vimeo or youtube and just add a password for us here..
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Rapidshare?

Ok I will post the link for download today when I get home from work in the afternoon

5/6pm eastern time.


Looking at my footage with about 5+ people in front of the camera, you can clearly see about 2-3 then the background people are starting to fade off. This was done with only 1 500 watt soft box and an on camera light.

If I would have had another 500 watt soft light n the rear I know my shots would have been even better. I will post the clip later today so people can see exactly what 1 500 watt light can do at night time.
 
I would recommend you look at a used Lowel kit, you should be able find something good in that price range, I originally put together a kit of 4 cool lux lights 250 watts each for around $220, the lights were $100 then I picked up the stands ebay for about $120 with shipping
 
sublimesnfu said:
I would recommend you look at a used Lowel kit, you should be able find something good in that price range, I originally put together a kit of 4 cool lux lights 250 watts each for around $220, the lights were $100 then I picked up the stands ebay for about $120 with shipping
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What's the model of the lights you got?

I plan on shooting a video in a house. Gonna be a party setting, so I am looking for lights as well, but don't have the money to be forking out crazy bread.
 
I just went through the same exact purchasing desision (original question from this thread). I decided to go with fluorescent because at 5500K, I can use for still photos (mix with flash), can use mixed with daylight, and they stay cool! I spent about $450 delivered on the two softbox lights.

The kit is like this one (2 softboxes at 900w equivalent each):
http://www.tubetape.net/servlet/the-125/Cool-Flo--dsh--2/Detail

Here's a write-up on my lighting setup, screenshot, and vimeo full HD clip:
http://gavingear.com/?p=17

Still tweaking my settings (WB was off on that one, over-lit too) but I'm happy with this kit!

I'm also using extra matching bulbs (45w fluorescent, 150w equivalent) in a couple spot lights for rim lighting and background lighting. Only used one of the softbox lights @ 1/3 power, and a foamcore reflector to fill light. Lots of options!
 
Personally I recommend the lowel omni/tota solution. Think of it like this, when I was still in film school we used the same omni kit that had been there for ten years... I went back five years later.... Same kit. They are rugged and get the job done. I have owned a brinktek kit and it fell apart after one run and gun feature (the stands were the biggest loosers). For the money, go on ebay and buy a lowel kit, you won't regret it.

P.S. My good friend teaches film at a high school, they only use omni/tota kits because of the rugged nature of the lights and the brutal beating dished out by the students. :nads:
If they can withstand highschoolers a pro treating them well should make them last forever.
 
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HDkilledFILM. said:
Personally I recommend the lowel omni/tota solution. Think of it like this, when I was still in film school we used the same omni kit that had been there for ten years... I went back five years later.... Same kit. They are rugged and get the job done. I have owned a brinktek kit and it fell apart after one run and gun feature (the stands were the biggest loosers). For the money, go on ebay and buy a lowel kit, you won't regret it.

P.S. My good friend teaches film at a high school, they only use omni/tota kits because of the rugged nature of the lights and the brutal beating dished out by the students. :nads:
If they can withstand highschoolers a pro treating them well should make them last forever.
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Excellent user name + sig... I make movies anyway I can..... Seems like something you should trademark and run with it. Having worked in marketing it is a great slogan!
 
HDkilledFILM. said:
Personally I recommend the lowel omni/tota solution. Think of it like this, when I was still in film school we used the same omni kit that had been there for ten years... I went back five years later.... Same kit. They are rugged and get the job done. I have owned a brinktek kit and it fell apart after one run and gun feature (the stands were the biggest loosers). For the money, go on ebay and buy a lowel kit, you won't regret it.

P.S. My good friend teaches film at a high school, they only use omni/tota kits because of the rugged nature of the lights and the brutal beating dished out by the students. :nads:
If they can withstand highschoolers a pro treating them well should make them last forever.
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I second this wholeheartedly.
Too bad I just sold my lowel dvcreator 1 kit for $500..That kit in a hard case will last you years and for most indy production DSLR stuf is more than adequet. They get a little hot and I don't like the gel system but the are fit for abuse very reliable. Lowels site is great and is an awesome resource. It really is one tough kit for the price. I would search one out for around $500 or so.
 
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