Lighting and camera

[matilde]

In taking passport pics, I have a shadow around the ears. What does one suggest to eliminate this shadow?

Also, we would like to start a small studio, what does one suggest to use for lighting. We have a Nikon P 80 but am looking at a Nikon D 7000. What is your suggestions.

 

[marmots]

i would recommend holding off on the studio thing until you've had more experience with a nicer camera

 

[889Media]

When taking pictures for passports, I simply use a white background and put my Speedlight behind the subject to light up the white background, and my 7D's built in flash to light up the subject. As I don't even have a studio or loads of fancy equipment, I find this a great way to get what I need. And best of all; No shadows!

 

[Village Idiot]

In taking passport pics, I have a shadow around the ears. What does one suggest to eliminate this shadow?

Also, we would like to start a small studio, what does one suggest to use for lighting. We have a Nikon P 80 but am looking at a Nikon D 7000. What is your suggestions.

Eaxample photos?

3 lights, most likely monolights for ease of use. At least a grid, large umbrella, and snoot for modifiers.

 

[KmH]

How much do you have budgeted for studio lighting, and lighting accessories?

This would be a start: Calumet Genesis 200 2-Light Kit

This would be a better start: Calumet Genesis 400 2-Light Kit

This would be an even better start; Calumet Genesis 200 2-Light Umbrella Kit with Rolling Studio Case and 32 ZipDisc Stand Set

And these kits would be even better still: Speedotron Products Lighting System Packages

 

[cgipson1]

I would suggest NIKON REPAIR CENTER