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Adorama Budget Studio Monolight Flash, 100 Watt Seconds.

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Product Reviews Summary

Avg. Customer Rating:

4 stars

(based on 19 reviews)

89% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:

Attach securely(12), Durable(8), Good color value(9), Long-lasting(5), Powerful(8)

Cons:

Weak(3)

Best Uses:

General purpose(8), Indoors(12), Low light(6), Special events(3)

Describe Yourself:

Getting started(5), Hobbyist/enthusiast(9), Professional(7)

Nice light but no manual

By JustBob

from Edinboro, PA on 8/25/2008

Pros:

Affordable, Powerful

Cons:

No Instructions

Best Uses:

Indoors, Portraits, Studio

Describe Yourself:

Hobbyist/Enthusiast

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

The light works well but I had to purchase a Nikon AS-15 to connect the strobe/flash. Works well but I also had to do some adjustments to keep photos from having hot spots. An umbrella helped. The studio bulb supplied was just about right with not too much light for portraits. I made a threaded attachment post so that I could use an old tripod. Since there is no manual, I am unsure how to use this with multiple lights and flashes.

I would buy it again

By Randy

from St. Paul, MN on 5/18/2008

Pros:

Attach Securely, Durable, Good Color Value, Long-Lasting, Powerful

Best Uses:

Indoors

Describe Yourself:

Hobbyist/Enthusiast

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I use it to take indoor pictures. Since I used it, I took some very nice pictures. It's so powerful to me. It's my first monolight I like it.

Great beginner flash

By Michael from Seattle WA on 5/2/2008

Pros:

Educational, Price performance ratio

Cons:

Cycle Time

Best Uses:

Beginner, Student

Describe Yourself:

Hobbyist/Enthusiast

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

If you are just getting into flash photography this is a fantastic inexpensive learning tool.

I was using 300W and 500W work lamps from the hardware store. Those are nice and even more inexpensive but the color is so warm and I was constantly fighting with white balance. These are much better.

The Cycle time is a little long but if you keep it in mind it is not a problem.

Give one (or two) a go if its what your budget or interest level allows.

nice inexpensive addition

By paul

from manhattan beach, ca on 4/16/2008

Pros:

Lightweight

Cons:

Runs Hot

Best Uses:

General Use

Describe Yourself:

Professional

using as spot light for hair on portraits...but had to make my own cone...the plastic one that came with camera started to melt

A good system for little investment

By ka1nav

from Gardiner Maine on 2/22/2008

Pros:

Attach Securely, Durable, Good Color Value, Long-Lasting, Powerful, Sync worked better then I

Cons:

Lack of instructions

Best Uses:

Indoors, Low Light

Describe Yourself:

Professional

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

The lights did as needed. My subjects looked very well with the lighting

Good starter flash or for secondary uses

By LAB

from Norhtwest Indiana on 2/21/2008

Pros:

Good Color Value, Price

Cons:

Recycle a bit slow

Best Uses:

Basic studio flash, General Use

Describe Yourself:

Professional

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Great for portable (on location) or small studio operations. Used mainly as a supplimental flash as highlight/backlight, or with umbrella or 12" softbox for quick headshot portraits.

Has about a 2-3 second recycle time which is fine for situations where there is no need for continuous flash shooting. The first flash after standing by is about a 1/2 stop brighter than subsequent shots.

Great Light

By Bix

from Tacoma, WA on 1/22/2008

Pros:

Attach Securely, Durable, Long-Lasting, Powerful

Best Uses:

Indoors, Low Light

Describe Yourself:

Professional

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I wanted a light mostly for fill, something reasonabley priced, to use as a back-up. This light wasw more than I expected. It is light, easy to pack, and travels well. I have dragged all across the country on several shoots and have started using it as a main light when I don't want to pack a lot of gear. Greal light for the price, and then some.

Powerful and easy to use

By Nikon user

from Massillon,Oh on 1/22/2008

Pros:

Good value, Powerful

Best Uses:

General Use, Indoors

Describe Yourself:

Hobbyist/Enthusiast

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Good value. I bought along with a light stand and umbrella. It would have been nice if the slave option didn't also trigger the pre-flash from my speedlight.

Great product for the price

By A to Z Photography

from Virginia on 1/21/2008

Pros:

Attach Securely, Durable, Good Color Value, Long-Lasting, Powerful

Best Uses:

General Use, Indoors, Low Light, Night Time, Outdoors, Special Events

Describe Yourself:

Professional

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Not the best or most exspensive unit but it served me well in a portrait setting where the clientel could damage the light system. Worked flawless.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

More than satisfied

By Pudentain

from Carson City, Nevada on 7/12/2007

Pros:

Great Value

Cons:

NONE

Best Uses:

For Backdrop

Describe Yourself:

Hobbyist/Enthusiast

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I bought two of these for my digital green screen backdrop, along with some green filters to go on them, and they work so well, makes a good seperation from the subject.

[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Great starter set

By Dee

from Sacramento, CA on 5/11/2007

Pros:

Attach Securely

Cons:

No Instructions

Best Uses:

Indoors

Describe Yourself:

Getting started

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I would have loved a set up guide or instructions with this set. I am a beginner and wasnt real sure on how to get started. The lights are great and perfect for getting started!

[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Defective Product

By Chrisypee

from Park Forest, IL on 5/8/2007

Pros:

Attach Securely

Cons:

Flimsy, No Power, Weak

Best Uses:

Professional Work, Special Events

Describe Yourself:

Professional

Bottom Line:

No, I would not recommend this to a friend

After only 3 hrs of operation it died out. Will try changing the Fuse. Just wish a new product will last longer.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Great for what they are

By Ginghis

from Dallas, TX on 3/26/2007

Pros:

Attach Securely, Good Color Value

Cons:

Weak

Best Uses:

Low Light

Describe Yourself:

Getting started, Hobbyist/Enthusiast

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

These flashes are inexpensive alternatives to serious studio lights. If you are looking for a very low cost answer to home studio lighting needs, these are your answer. If you are looking for tough, pro level studio equipment look somewhere else. I had never used any kind of studio light and did not want to get in over my head. These are great learning tools and as I improve or they break, I will replace them with higher end lights. I would recommend them to people who plan to use studio lights every once in a while, maybe to add a little more professional touch to family and holiday photos. I would not recommend them to anyone looking to use them every day as real studio lights. Over all I am very pleased with their quality considering their price. Also, the kit comes with several attachments to make it a more well rounded learning tool.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Very Good Light

By Anthony - wwwdimes2dollars.com

from Philadelphia, PA on 3/26/2007

Pros:

Attach Securely, Durable, Good Color Value

Best Uses:

General Use, Indoors, Low Light, Professional Work, Special Events

Describe Yourself:

Professional

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

This is a very good basic light I do like the fact that the bulbs can be changed which will make this light last alot longer.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Great beginner lights!

By Photo Biker from Hayward, WI on 3/9/2007

Pros:

Attach Securely, Durable, Good Color Value, Powerful, Very easy to use

Cons:

Limited power settings

Best Uses:

General Use, Indoors, Learning studio work, Low Light

Describe Yourself:

Hobbyist/Enthusiast

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

These are the first studio strobes that I have purchased. I was somewhat skeptical before purchasing them given their low price, but they have surpassed my expectations. I use them primarily with the Adorama 18" softboxes, and occasionally the 33" umbrellas that came with the kit. The power rating may only be 100w/s, but they have proven to be powerful enough even on the lower setting. The instruction sheet is simple (probably too simple). The fact that these lights come with a modeling lamp (complete with an extra bulb) makes them an unbeatable value. If you are looking for your first studio strobes, these are the perfect choice.

[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Modeling light breaks easily, hard to ge

By dhal bhat bhaji from Vancouver, Canada. on 3/9/2007

Pros:

Attach Securely

Cons:

Flimsy

Best Uses:

Indoors

Describe Yourself:

Getting started

Bottom Line:

No, I would not recommend this to a friend

[...] should change the socket sothat easily available bulbs can beused.

[1 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

great for the beginer

By DAN B

from tampa, fl on 2/12/2007

Pros:

Attach Securely, Good Color Value

Best Uses:

General Use, Indoors

Describe Yourself:

Getting started, Hobbyist/Enthusiast

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

EASY TO USE, NO TECNICAL KNOWLGE NEEDED, GREAT FOR THE BEGINER TO LEARN STUDIO WORK. NO BIG INVESTMENT.

Images shared by: DAN B

NOT BAD FOR FIST PHOTO.

Tags: Made with Product

[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Great Starter Flash

By Big Al

from Northern California on 2/12/2007

Pros:

Durable, inexpensive, Light weight, Long-Lasting, Powerful

Cons:

Needs better instructions

Best Uses:

General Use, Indoors

Describe Yourself:

Hobbyist/Enthusiast

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Nice little light! Good quality. Runs well as a slave to both my pop-up and my 430EX.
Only thing I'd like to see is a better instruction sheet.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Great For Starters!

By Tom McElvy

from Virginia Beach VA on 2/12/2007

Pros:

Attach Securely, Durable, Good Color Value

Cons:

Slow Recharge, Weak

Best Uses:

Starter Kit

Describe Yourself:

Getting started

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

this is a great STARTER kit. I am going to replace the units one head at a time with faster, more powerful units, but to get started, learning at home, etc, these simply cannot be beat!

Images shared by: Tom McElvy

Shot using two lights and umbrellas, no hair light

Tags: Made with Product

Shot using two lights and umbrellas, no hair light

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Customer Reviews about the Adorama Budget Studio Monolight Flash, 100 Watt Seconds. at Adorama