![]() This is a great alternative to using window-light because the light behaves similarly and is easy to manipulate. Constant LED Lights: If you don’t have sufficient window light then you will need to create the light.If your window has light-beams coming through on sunny days, then you may need to use a diffuser to subdue it. Diffused window light: Make sure that the light from your window is not harsh.Now, let’s discuss the best way to light your products. I use this both for indoor tabletop work, as well as landscape photography. This is a cable/remote release I use with my FUJIFILM camera. This will allow you to trigger the shutter without touching the camera and will prevent camera shake if your shutter speed is a bit on the slow side. Cable Release or Self Timer: If you are using a camera on a tripod, you’ll want to consider either remotely triggering the shutter or using a self-timer.When using natural window light there may not be enough light to hand-hold the camera without introducing camera shake, so a tripod is a requirement for most work. ![]() A tripod: I highly recommend a tripod for tabletop work.If your products are a bit larger, then you can likely get by with a mid-range zoom (such as an 18–55mm or 24–70mm lens). This will allow you to get in very close to your items and show their fine details. More importantly, if you want to photograph small items (such as jewelry, for example), then you will want to use a macro lens. An appropriate lens: If you do have a camera where you can swap out lenses, then you’ll want to invest in a lens appropriate for the type of images you are photographing.And, if you’re not sure what camera or lens to use, try renting from your local camera shop (or an online site such as or Adorama Rentals) before you splurge and commit to something. ![]() ![]() If all you have is a mobile phone, you may want to try using one of the many interchangeable lens options, such as Olloclip or Moment. However, a camera that allows you to swap out lenses will also give you more opportunity to blur your background, hide elements to the left and right of your subject, or even photograph up close (macro) for smaller items. Many of the point-and-shoot cameras and mobile phones today might be all you need to get a good image.
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