2019-01-13T10:07:24
Rated 5 out of 5
Great value for price paid
Got this during an offer and so impressed by the quality of this starter kit. The lightstands are solid and the carry bag is well padded and strong, especially for the price. Umbrellas are often overlooked in favor of softboxes but are an essential tool. The speedlight mounting bracket are fine too. Overall , useful kit.
Ben G.
2012-06-17T21:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
Good value 2 umbrella kit
Using this with 2 580EX speedlights, provides enough light to properly illuminate a 15-20 foot wide space. Good quality unbrellas. Used with 2 SV universal stand to shoe adaptors. Lightstands are a little sticky with the adjusting screws, but are solid when tightened.
Rolin W.
2010-08-09T21:00:00
Rated 4 out of 5
Good starter kit comes with everything.
Good kit for the money. Will get metal replacement parts when the plastic fail later.
Miyoung D.
2009-03-05T19:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
Great value for a starter lighting kit!
Purchased this kit based on the good reviews and value for the price. I got exactly what I wanted out of this - just a basic lighting set-up to hold my speedlight strobes. The big leather bag it comes with also holds my full-size tripod together with the two light stands. You just can't beat the price for this kit. Great value if you're a beginning photographer wanting to get into portraiture.
KYLE G.
2009-02-05T19:00:00
Rated 4 out of 5
GREAT KIT
I purchased this kit to be able to carry it with me at weddings and on-location portrait shoots.
1). The two umbrellas that come with this kit are great - they will do the job over and over. Perfect size, lightweight and well constructed - I am really happy with them.
2). The two stands, while light to carry and relatively well constructed, can be a bit unstable, especially if you are shooting outside and there is a sudden wind gust. If indoors, they can easily fall down if accidentally pushed.
3). It would have been nice to add a small hot shoe for a strobe flash to this kit - I had to buy mine separately.
3). The bag, as convenient as it is for storage, is unfortunately quite unreliable if taken outside. Mine was torn the very first time I took it out - Ouch! Now I am considering buying a separate one.
Overall, this is a great kit for the money. If you are a starter and do not intend to use it hard, you won't go wrong with it.
Whammy B.
2007-02-11T19:00:00
Rated 4 out of 5
Good value and reliable
It has served me well while doing many on-location shoots. It is lightweight, portable and easily set up.
Pixel p.
