BUDGET OFF CAMERA FLASH SETUP FOR BEGINNERS // YONGNUO YN560 IV Wireless Flash

In this video I show you the cheapest way to build a 1 light off camera flash set up.
For my shoots, I don't always have the time to set up my big rig of Aputure lights and domes. So instead I built this budget friendly 1 Speedlite set up that I can fit inside my backpack and easily carry around with me!
Everything I mention in this video can be found here:
Speedlite - tinyurl.com/ykbwwhbs
Controller - tinyurl.com/mu8mmmdp
Stand - tinyurl.com/mrwy367h
Bowens Mount -tinyurl.com/4wy9prbp
Umbrellas - tinyurl.com/7t6yvrzh
My Socials:
bio.site/jamesdelcreative
Main Camera bit.ly/3el22r9
Wide lens amzn.to/3En7AN6
2nd Camera amzn.to/3xGDfH3
Main Lens amzn.to/316c8ZN
B-Roll Lens amzn.to/3d9lhU9
Other B-Roll lens amzn.to/3HVhIir
Main Light bit.ly/314q8TN
Light Dome amzn.to/2ZrXY4q
Other Lights amzn.to/3daoaEd
Pro Mist Filter amzn.to/2Zzos4g

[@Kareemkbm]

Wow, what an incredible video!!! Is the Yongnuo flash good enough ?

[@JamesDel]

I have 2 of them 😀

[@harambesminion9266]

@kareem I’ve been doing photography for over a decade and I’ve had Yonguo speed lights over the years and they’re very reliable speedlights! I had one that lasted me 8 years of service until it just died last week.

[@macbaar6073]

Yep they are. Got 11 of them, used but cheap.

[@Cruz7906]

Hey man, I know this is a long shot but... I bought this exact set up that you linked. with the yn560TX-II controller and I CANNOT get the flash and the controller to sync. Do you have any advice? Ive looked up a bunch of tutorials (the few that exist anyway) and I cant find anything that works. They all just say to put the controller in ACT mode and then press the center button on the flash. Doesnt do anything. Camera and controller are both on the same channel and group and still nothing. Any help or if you could point me toward another tutorial would be greatly appreciated!. Cheers@@JamesDel

[@DogsAreWar]

This is insanely helpful. I’ll be honest, when it comes to flash I am embarrassed to even ask questions because I’ve been shooting for so long. I started using my flash recently, but this helps so much for off camera stuff. I’ve got about half of it and I just need the other half. Appreciate this content!

[@JamesDel]

Awesome man, if you've any other questions I'd be happy to help! 🙏🏼

[@MindYaBizz_Whiz]

Dude, I’m so pumped to grab some gear and try this out. Great video.

[@user-qc1hu8sd5s]

Is there a follow up video about how you put this setup into practice? I'd love to see it. Searched through your videos but don't see anything like that. I could have missed it though.

[@miguelgomez8604]

I just started and this is super helpful, thanks a lot man!!

[@JamesDel]

Awesome Miguel! If you have any questions - I'd be happy to help! 🙏

[@kevinutarid]

This was awesome man thank you 👏

[@JamesDel]

Glad I could help! 🙏🏼

[@RealEstatePhotographerPro]

Very true ❤

[@zizoudz3066]

Thank you bro ❤️

[@yearight1205]

Brother I don't know if you'll see this message or not. But if ya do, I work in Unreal Engine. And I've been wracking my brain trying to figure something out. There's a movie called "Split Second" from 1992, starring Rutger Hauer. I am trying to recreate the look of that film. I'm aware that those films relied heavily on creating their look by means of set lighting, but what I'm trying to do is create the effect of how when you go to Amazon Prime or watch the DVD, the movie looks like it's CLEARLY from the 80's or early 90's. I've only seen a handful of content creators pull it off well, but they didn't explain it well enough for me to replicate it (or in most cases didn't explain it at all). Could you please point me in the right direction? I'd greatly appreciate it!

[@putuarjawa459]

Incridible video indeed,could you give tips for choosing the low budget for Flash trigger specially match for YongNuo flash Thanks

[@greenvision9862]

it's beautiful, it lights up the scene well, but you can't take it into consideration as the main flash, as I have the same one, I'm going to use it outside for additional photos, thank you for the video

[@ChadEveryday]

This is fantastic! I've really been wanting to get back into using flash. I used to be ALL about it and slowly got out of it. The things you can create with flash photography are just insane. Have you ever watched lighting videos from Zack Arias? He in my opinion is a lighting genius. Also, Joe McNally and his book the hot shoe diaries taught me so much about flash tricks I had never thought of.

[@JamesDel]

I love Joe McNally's work! I'll check out Zack's videos tonight, i'm always looking for new creators so keep those suggestions coming! :) Yeah man, flash photography is the way to go, I'd love to see some of your flash photography pics!

[@hansstorsberg2022]

Hey James! Great video and so useful! I was wondering if you could attach different links to the items listed? For some reason they are not usuable links. The ones below My Socials work but not the ones above. I am trying to figure out what trigger you use. Greatly appreciated! Thanks

[@JamesDel]

Hey Hans! Thank you for bringing that to my attention! I updated the links, they're all clickable now.

[@hansstorsberg2022]

@@JamesDel thank you!

[@walkwilduk]

Hi James great video, thanks! - just bought both the 560 IV and the TX wireless trigger, i have an R5 - assuming that the Yongnuo kit works seamless with the new mirrorless? Many thanks again

[@JamesDel]

Hey Ian, I love your photography! Great to see you here! That's awesome, yes it all works perfectly with the R5, no complaints here. Have fun 📸

[@walkwilduk]

@@JamesDel Wonderful James, really appreciate the reply. All the best

[@Modiecus]

What are the perks of a more expensive off flash set up? would this work for portrait photography as well? andddd the whats the difference between a umbrella and soft box😅 Thank you

[@JamesDel]

A more expensive flash would have a faster recycle time in between bursts and sometimes have a bit more power. A soft box is a more contained (directional) light source, whereas an umbrella is open meaning the light would spill. If you were shooting in a big pink room, the light from the umbrella would reflect on the pink walls/ceilings creating a color cast whereas the soft box would eliminate that issue. Also, if you're shooting portraits the softbox would create white rectangle reflections in your subjects eyes, the umbrella would create circle reflections. And yes, this set up is perfect for portrait photography - especially if you are using 2 speedlites! 🙏🏼

[@Modiecus]

@@JamesDel Thank you! I did a lot of research. looks like a octobox or beauty dish (for vintage look?) type of soft box would elimate the rectangluar reflections - haha dont think id be getting a 2nd speedlite anytime soon, I don't even have my first yet 😂

[@melaniaslatan1177]

Just today I found a yn565ex ii for just 3€, it was missing battery cover and transmitter but it was a deal

[@JamesDel]

Wow what a steal!! Was it at a thrift store? I never find anything good like that lol

[@melaniaslatan1177]

It was a local used store

[@hussainjamaan8692]

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