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8 Things to Consider BEFORE buying Strobes or Speedlights for FLASH Photography

Written By Jiggie Alejandrino on Friday, Jun 26, 2020 | 08:30 AM

 
This Is not a video about Flash recommendations but rather a guide for you to be able to purchase wisely. So I will not be mentioning any particular brands in this video nor will I be making purchasing advice. However if you want to know my lighting gear you can check out this video: https://youtu.be/w905CHke4sc So here are the 8 things to consider before buying a Studio Strobe or Speedlight: #1 What will you be shooting? #2 Do you need it to be portable? With Battery or Without? #3 How much power do you need? #4 Wireless control or not (built in receiver) #5 Manual or TTL better yet HSS capable or Not #6 Consistency of Power and Color #7 Warranty #8 Budget Hope you guys enjoy the video! And if you did don’t forget to Subscribe, Like and Share! ———————— My YouTube Setup: Camera: https://amzn.to/3csTOKl Lens: https://amzn.to/3clvI3S Lights: https://amzn.to/2XPbXww Microphone: https://amzn.to/3eSuTRX Tripod: https://amzn.to/2zSkhnk You can also see more of my work in: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jiggiealejandrino/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jiggie.alejandrino Website: www.jiggiealejandrino.com Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/jiggiealejandrinoweddingphotographs/ ———————————— Just something about me… Since prior to my entry into the wedding industry, I have been considered to be one of the most reputable lighting specialists in the Philippines, conducting workshops nationwide and have been featured in various photography magazines. I was also a multi-awarded portrait and advertising photographer. My expertise is in manipulating ambient and artificial light to create clean and classic photographs which naturally led me to the genre of portrait and wedding photography. Since then, I have shot numerous weddings locally and overseas exhibiting my signature style. I am also a : 📸 Sony Ph Brand Ambassador 📷 Zeiss Camera Lens Ambassador 💡 MagMod Ph Endorser 🎒 Peak Design Ph Luminarie ✈️ International Phottix Pro Teamer