RECO FOR PRODUCT SHOOTING

[ogie1023]

Hi,

Can you please help me convince which camera i should buy for product shooting?
Preferably Nikon brand. As well as lenses that would fit the purpose. My boss allocated a budget $1,000 - $1,500

Thanks in advance.:think:

 

[huatman]

Products shoot is not only about camera, how to set up the lighting is important. How to place the products etc

 

[SkyStrike]

I'm assuming that your product will not be too big.. In fact, any models in Nikon's DSLR catalog will fit your needs. As for lens, even the kit lens (18-55 or 18-105 that comes as a bundle with entry level DSLR cameras) will do nicely.

As for other more important equipment (imo, more important than camera) is the lighting. You may want to read up more on this complex topic of lighting up the product/subject.

Product shoot (or any other type of shoots) is not just about the equipment, it's also about knowledge of lighting, positioning and composition. If lacking of the knowledge, even the best equipment can't help in delivering good photos.

 

[Blakewolf]

Perhaps hiring a photog to do that would be better

 

[ogie1023]

Thanks Sky,

Maybe my question should be like this; What model do you recommend in upgrading my nikon D70 (kit lens) for products (apparel) shooting? As for the lighting set-up i have 2 century 300i light box. Thanks again!

 

[daredevil123]

Thanks Sky,

Maybe my question should be like this; What model do you recommend in upgrading my nikon D70 (kit lens) for products (apparel) shooting? As for the lighting set-up i have 2 century 300i light box. Thanks again!

Just use your Nikon D70.
If you are shooting apparel, just use your kit lens is fine too. Or get a Tamron 17-50. Also get a macro lens (40/2.8 or 60/2.8) to shoot the details. And use the remaining money to get a mannequin.

 

[ogie1023]

Thanks for the reply daredevil23, but unfortunately i think my d70 calls for replacement alr got a black dot just right on the center and my battery lock is loosen. :-(

Just use your Nikon D70.
If you are shooting apparel, just use your kit lens is fine too. Or get a Tamron 17-50. Also get a macro lens (40/2.8 or 60/2.8) to shoot the details. And use the remaining money to get a mannequin.

 

[G-man]

Any of the Nikon DSLRs will serve your needs for product photography. Got hot shoe to mount trigger? That's all you really need. If wanna be kiasu then one with PC Sync cord as well just in case the wireless trigger or hotshoe breaks down but unlikely la.

 

[Octarine]

Thanks for the reply daredevil23, but unfortunately i think my d70 calls for replacement alr got a black dot just right on the center and my battery lock is loosen. :-(

Then clean your sensor and use tape to fix the battery door. Why are you wasting so much energy on something that makes only about 20% of the actual shoot? A new body won't make any difference if your light is bad or your composition is off.

 

[Blur Shadow]

Thanks for the reply daredevil23, but unfortunately i think my d70 calls for replacement alr got a black dot just right on the center and my battery lock is loosen. :-(

Use a blower to blow off the dust on the sensor and use duct tape to secure the battery.

Of course, if you simply need an excuse for a company sponsored camera, your budget can yield at a Nikon D7100. Or, if you can really charm your boss, a Nikon D610.

 

[daredevil123]

Use a blower to blow off the dust on the sensor and use duct tape to secure the battery.

Of course, if you simply need an excuse for a company sponsored camera, your budget can yield at a Nikon D7100. Or, if you can really charm your boss, a Nikon D610.

TS's budget only 1-1.5k

 

[Blur Shadow]

TS's budget only 1-1.5k

Oh... Then 2nd hand?

Heh...

 

[daredevil123]

Oh... Then 2nd hand?

Heh...

D7100 2nd hand is around 1.1k not much left for lenses.

 

[catchlights]

proper set up is more important than what camera and lens you use.

D70 and kit lens is just fine, if you want a new camera, D3200 and kit lens set up is more than enough.

FYI, I'm use the continuous lighting set up. and only one light.