CHEAP Lighting for YouTube Videos - STAND OUT for under $100

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Check out my full lighting course here: www.learnvideolighting.com

[@juffurey]

I appreciate the video, but is that light absolutely the best option? There isn't another one with a similar price and the same features that plugs in?

[@juffurey]

ah I see that they do have an ac adapter I think I'll get that because I'm planning to use a wall mount boom arm

[@developedbyed]

One more thing I'd like to add, if you cannot afford all the lights, you can use natural light as a fill or main light!

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Yes, I plan on doing a natural light tutorial soon! The only downside with natural is you can’t control it fully, but in my opinion it is the best looking light!

[@thefencingman]

How would you use natural light when it's super gloomy outside?

[@farhansyedain9904]

Web developer spotted

[@farhansyedain9904]

That's what you do

[@MusicMan121]

Thanks for the tip my gorgeous friend

[@Shabinaali]

I’m mad that he only has this amount of subscribers and this amount of views. The quality, the information everything about this channel is amazing!!!

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Thanks so much! 💯

[@johannahellhake3932]

Such an awesome follow to your first lighting video!

[@ForeverSongMinistries]

totally agree! I just found this channel a half hour ago and have been watching the videos since!

[@danieldelagarza7559]

He’ll eventually grow a lot, you’ll see

[@marianalopez4738]

same!! this is gold!!! so much high quality content!

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Finally KZbin algorithm did great job recommending me this valuable channel. You will get millions of subs very soon.

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Thanks so much haha! I appreciate you watching, and I’m glad the algorithm helped you find the channel!

[@spotlightofficial31]

I’ve been into cinematography and filming just recently. As a student, I’m always on a budget and need to find cheap solutions for equipment, lightning, etc. But with your tutorials being on a budget doesn’t seem to be a problem anymore and I’m really motivated to work on my videos. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge with us! It’s really helpful!

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Starting out with cheap equipment is the best thing you can do! You’ll learn how to maximize it, improvise, innovate, and then one day when you have more expensive gear, appreciate

[@JamesDoesNews]

Totally have to agree!

[@AmyliciouslyMe]

You have just helped me touch the lives of many people who need health advice in these times. Thanks so much Ben. All the best with your continued efforts in bringing us value!

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Thanks so much Amy!!

[@harshthakkar2012]

Just found your channel randomly , amazingg work man , definitely deserve more subs . I really liked the lighting tutorial videos

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@bayumunggaran5274]

Yeaaaa me toooo! This is what i need! Thanks a lot maaaannn...

[@murasaki.a]

Oh my god. I literally knew nothing about lighting until this point so this was like watching magic. Thank you so much, loved the video!!!

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Awesome I’m glad this vid helped out!

[@tired_mom]

I'm obsessed with all of these lighting videos.. Ben makes it so simple. :3 I've really upped my lighting game with just a view videos from Ben. Love it!

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Thanks Crafty! 🙏🏻 Glad you’re enjoying the vids!

[@Nikolaibinner]

definitely my fav youtuber when it get's to these kinda things so far ! super cool, real, extremely useful ! Thanks

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Thanks so much! I appreciate that 🙏🏻

[@danieldelagarza7559]

Man, you deserve WAY more subscribers. Your content is so valuable! Thank you Ben!

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Thanks so much Daniel I appreciate that!

[@janarcabanlig5751]

Ive been watchin guides for lightings... and these 2 videos are by far the clearest, most comprehensive, and easy to understand and follow! Will definitely follow these steps and recommend as well to my friends!

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Thanks Janar! Glad they are helping!

[@BigHush]

So grateful I found your lighting videos. Thank you for your effort in sharing this info!

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Thanks glad you enjoyed!

[@DebzLife]

Mark my words: you're gonna be super famous one day.

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Haha thanks, your words have been marked!

[@DebzLife]

@@benjohnsoncreative I was right. This video popped up in my suggestions again. You went from 800 subs to 21k subs.

[@WhiteBerry]

@@DebzLife 60k now...

[@moviesclips2208]

@@DebzLife was he actually on 800?

[@DebzLife]

@@moviesclips2208 YES!!!! 812-40 or so.. I can't remember.. but he was below 850 for sure.

[@yesterdazenewsmag]

Picked up a couple of the Viltrox L116T LED LIGHTs and two sets of batteries (total 4 batteries) and a charger, already had stands and reflector. The lights work great, they drain the battery quicker than I hoped for so good decision getting an extra set of batteries. I do plan to pick up a couple more sets of batteries for on location where there's no power option. These lights really are a great addition to my kit and resolved my issues with video flicker. Thanks for posting this video, super helpful.

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Glad it was helpful! If you get the 970 npf batteries they last a good bit!

[@yesterdazenewsmag]

@@benjohnsoncreative thanks for the additional tip!

[@w2bloom2c93]

I'm in the planning stages of creating a vodcast. This is so helpful! I really appreciate all your videos & subscribed! Thanks again.

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Thanks Kurtis! I’m glad you found some value here!

[@therobesse]

Excellent, concise video showing people what can be done with a few inexpensive items positioned in an effective way, great job and of course, thank you

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Glad it was helpful!

[@tinathegem54]

This is a Top Tier video, a tutorial and the products and it’s under $100 I’m so happy I stumbled into this video!

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Glad you enjoyed the vid! And glad you stumbled on it as well haha!

[@vernonchristopher1379]

Fantastic information about cheap lighting!

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Glad it was helpful!

[@hanfpeter4190]

Quick but insanely informative and easy to understand, thanks for your work!!

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Glad it was helpful!

[@MarilynWanjiru]

Randomly came across your channel. This and the previous video about lighting for KZbin have been so helpful to me. Thank you so much for sharing this beyond informative content.

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Thanks so much for watching! I appreciate the encouragement! New vids coming soon!

[@MrLestChaos]

Ben, u r awesome and so creative!!! My jaw dropped to the floor watching u do this!!!

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Thank you! I appreciate that 🙏🏻

[@babitadeboer6338]

Thanks!

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Thanks for the support!!

[@babitadeboer6338]

@@benjohnsoncreative Anytime!!! youre welcome :)

[@equaa7557]

dude you're like the master of lighting its insane. Keep it up :)

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Haha thanks Equaa! You can master it too!

[@upstairstudio371]

This is fantastic. Thank you so much for making these tutorials! Everything is explained in a palatable way for us beginners!

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Thanks for watching glad you are enjoying the tutorials!

[@SkylineMotions]

Hey Ben, Thanks a lot for this awesome video. Love from India.

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Thanks for watching!

[@BellaEssentialLiving]

This is awesome! I only have time at night to film and north facing windows, so this will help me tons!! Thank you!!

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Awesome glad it helps you Bella!

[@JBoy340a]

Thanks for making this video. You have any amazing ability to present subject in a way anyone can understand.

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Thanks Jerry! I appreciate the encouragement!

[@DrYiWei]

And Ben said, "Let there be light", and there was light in my VIDEO. Thank you so much, Ben! Great tutorial!

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Haha awesome Wei! 💡

[@discardedparticles]

Highly polished production value... impressive!

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Thanks OV!

[@css2795]

awesome tips, thank you! look forward to the day you make an instructional video on making youtube cooking videos with lighting on a shoestring budget!

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Yes I may be doing some stuff like that in the future!

[@thesportydad9911]

Do you mind shedding some light into what camera settings you shot in ? Im using similar lights and my background seem way more lit. Thanks

[@alexandrelima3697]

This channel has been a real help

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Thanks Alexandre glad it’s helping!

[@SouthernDesignAgency]

Just bought this entire setup!! Can't wait to hook it up

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Awesome Bunskey!!

[@ashleycollins5189]

Thanks! I'm trying to decide on lighting to buy as a gift for someone interested in filming in their home music studio and I like that these are options that can be customizable but don't totally break the bank.

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Thanks Ashley, you may also like this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rZrFn6iwqtytn5o

[@nickamp7667]

Great video. Very helpful. I just have begun to work on setting my KZbin studio area. And I was looking to get some lights.

[@benjohnsoncreative]

You should hang on for a couple days, I have a video coming soon breaking down my top LED lights under $100

[@hoanginout]

Been looking to level up my studio set up on a budget! thanks so much man

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Happy to help!

[@knguyen0416]

I came not even wanting to spend $30 for the good recommendation he made but still benefited from his reminding me that I can use the cheap photography light reflector that I already own as a fill light. Liked and subscribed.

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Nice!

[@aqeelaslam1836]

A quick questions. What is your distance between yourself and the wall behind you in this setup of yours? Fyi, absolutely brilliant explanation both in this and the reference video. Thanks @ben for taking the time to shoot such quality videos that help us learn the art of lighting.

[@benjohnsoncreative]

About 2-3 feet, here’s a video with more explanation: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jpvIqYeNf8R3aJY

[@tripplejaz]

Quality information and content, Ben. When I decide to pick any of these up, I'll be sure you get that dosh in your pocket.

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Thanks so much for the support!

[@ModernDayWingman]

Bro sheer talent you have got there with so much knowledge about cinematography! I am already seeing massive number of subscribers coming your way! 😍🔥

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Haha thanks so much I appreciate it!

[@manojwilliam777]

your videos are awesome bro.. Subscribed !!!

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Thanks so much happy to have you as part of the creative crew!

[@JaxyBeard]

Just watched your other lighting vid and thought I'd see what else you had. This is great man. I've only started using a webcam so I can't tell you how much this helps. 🍻

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Awesome glad it is helping thanks for watching!!

[@briankalet1]

Great video! Well done with nice effects and music. Thanks for the knowledge!

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@greg30ph]

Thanks for this content, Ben...I'm trying to get some knowledge and ideas for lighting a small studio space. Love the FPS-style background lighting selection scene, btw. I laughed.

[@benjohnsoncreative]

I’ve got tons of lighting content on the channel as well as a course that may help: www.learnvideolighting.com Code CREATIVE20 to save Glad you enjoyed this one!

[@kant1992]

Great content. Just getting into vlogging for my real estate business and I will test this out before I buy the higher end stuff.

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Here’s some other great options to consider when rockin on a budget: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aKa9YX9mgd2qqaM

[@kant1992]

@@benjohnsoncreative Thanks man. Your videos are a gold mine of information. Just ordered some of the suggested stuff here and from your other videos. Excited to give it a try.

[@missfarie4453]

Ive watched a few of your lighting vidoes and this by far is the best option for me !! Many thanks!!! Def got some value.

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Awesome glad it was helpful for you!

[@PiosWorldTV]

Very nice.. we love your content. Me and my son definitely will use your suggestions and tutorials to improve our channel content and shots.

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Awesome, thanks for watching. I hope you and your son have fun and stay creative on your KZbin journey!

[@jeffreydalrymple4491]

Great video. One thing that would be helpful is seeing how the lights are being propped up and their positioning. And what is being used to hold up the lights, especially the rim light.

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Here you go: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qKDIZapreb6ioZo

[@jeffreydalrymple4491]

@@benjohnsoncreative amaozing man thanks!🙏

[@michelleearley6539]

I just ordered everything you suggested! Thank you sooo much!

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Thanks for watching!

[@Deadbricking]

Dude you’re stuff is awesome and it’s cool you’re in Atlanta too! I’m really trying to get my lighting better and I’ve watched a few of your videos a couple times. Great job!

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Thanks so much!

[@philippeseray3178]

this is dope man! i saw the lighting video also - very clear and well made!

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Thanks Philippe!

[@360History]

Thanks

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Thanks for watching 360!

[@privacypreferred5796]

Wow ...high quality & valuable advice for those coming behind you. Many thanks!! Sweet background music too. New subscriber. ✅

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Thanks so much for the kind feedback! Check out the link in my description for the music I use!

[@markhaygood1990]

My dude, not sure if anyone has told you this lately but your freakn' awesome! Thanks man!

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Thanks Mark I appreciate that! And thanks for watching!

[@FilipedeBarrosDance]

Thank you Ben - that was really cool! Love the final look you achieved!

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Thanks Filipe!

[@ffk7854]

this is the best lighting setup tutorial video ive ever seen!

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Thanks so much! 😃

[@TappedInReviews]

Great content

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Thank you!

[@akatommyg]

Thanks for the tips. Im constantly trying to tweak my lighting for self taped auditions. Im also in Atlanta BTW

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Awesome! A fellow Atlantan!

[@erintherapy]

Hi there! I know nothing about lighting, but the looks you create feeeel like art to me. Before I purchase all the stuff above, would you change any of your recommendations, now, a year+ later? I would love to hear!

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Yes! This light for sure for your main one: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pH_HfZiVepdlaJo

[@erintherapy]

@@benjohnsoncreative Thank you, especially for your quick reply!! I really loved the small size of the first one you recommended, but as I go to buy it now, I see it only goes as warm as 3300. Do you know of small, dimmable ones that go warmer?

[@denquar]

I'm totally sold! I really appreciate this video and will look into all your recommendations. I have a question, my Canon 550D camera is collecting dust and I'm thinking of using it for some of my videos although I only have the standard lens it came in. Would you recommend this camera over the 4K use and simplicity of my iPhone 11? I think I'll try both although I'm not too camera savvy! Thanks so much for your channel, I look forward to supporting and learning more!

[@benjohnsoncreative]

If you only have the standard kit lens I’d stick with your phone unless you are having space issues Thanks so much for watching and supporting! Here’s some tips for your phone: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z2GUY6mQg9qWrcU

[@TheIfeomaa]

4years after still educational ❤

[@Makiaveliiste]

Hi Ben, how are you doing? tell me, is the VILTROX L116T edgelit? Also, is easy on the eyes? The word "relatively" is makes me wonder ... 1:50 Thank u

[@benjohnsoncreative]

I’d recommend you check this light out instead: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pH_HfZiVepdlaJo

[@hedgehogenglish]

Great idea to use a reflector as a fill light

[@benjohnsoncreative]

It works really well!

[@kyreekdennis]

Two videos in and already Subscribed ! Awesome stuff man. Really enjoying it so far. Working on techniques for my channel. Hoping to support for sure !

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Thanks so much for subscribing, and welcome to the creative crew! 🤘🏻 glad you’re enjoying the content!

[@AerielFerguson]

That was really cool....I love this warm lighting setup

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Thanks Aerial! The cool thing with it is you can make it a “cool” color as well if you want!

[@AerielFerguson]

@@benjohnsoncreative ur welcome🤗

[@alejandrodeleon64]

you are a super star! Im going to suscribe right now because this is pure gold

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Thanks so much haha super encouraging and thanks for subscribing!

[@artsbyeben]

The sub count should be 2.76M You're so amazing

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Thanks so much! I appreciate that and love the precision of that number haha

[@thecerealfix]

That was awesome! Thanks for showing the reflector and additions from around the house!

[@benjohnsoncreative]

No prob, glad you enjoyed it!

[@MarkPVlogs]

This information is really helpful to me. I’ve just started my youtube channel about a week ago and I didn’t have any clues on lighting. I’m trying to find out how I can boost up the lighting for my videos. Thanks for the great info bro.🙂 Anyone who is reading this, y’all are gonna be successful one day :)

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Thanks for watching! And thanks for encouraging everyone here! 💯

[@smolgabs]

1.82K subs Nice man.

[@MarkPVlogs]

@@smolgabs thank you! I commented on your channel :))

[@hhifnawi]

Thank you for the video, but can you please explain the height of the side light and placement and the temperature of it.

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Check out my original lighting video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/f4nIZKV7jNd3jMk As well as this one: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qKDIZapreb6ioZo

[@markyourpages]

Ben! Thanks for these videos. I’ve been struggling and this just inspired me to make it happen. Thank you

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Thanks so much! That’s my main goal with all of this, to inspire! So thank you for letting me know because it’s adding fuel to the fire!

[@needu12]

Thank you Ben! Super useful tutorial!

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Glad you found it helpful!

[@idaslpdhr]

Now this set up I liked better than the other one, the white rim light for me was better

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Glad you enjoyed it, thanks for watching!

[@rufusstephens7175]

Ben, you are incredible. You present in an understandable and clear manner. I am a presenter on a budget. I hope to send you one of my presentations using your insight. You rocked with this lighting video. Kudos! - Rufus Stephens

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Thanks Rufus!! I’m so glad you’re finding the content helpful!

[@akamadmanfire]

This is amazing, simple and easy to follow (perfect for a newbie like myself). You just got yourself a new subscriber :)

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Awesome Tony, welcome to the creative crew! 🤘🏻

[@emzedwards3533]

Awesome! Bright idea! Creative! Thank you so much

[@benjohnsoncreative]

You are so welcome!

[@oldiegoodman]

Thank you for being straight to the point. Excellent video

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@marydanielle7183]

Oooooh I like those lights, I may not need 2 as I record in a room that uses natural light as a secondary light source but the single light and the reflector would be perfect to get started with. Thank you!!! Edit: Looked into the light and reflector, you do need to purchase a tripod for both along with the battery for the light. Going to just go with the single light for now, I think that the reflector can come a little later but I actually have 2 windows in my recording space and after reviewing my options decided that there should be plenty of lighting just from that.

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Most lights dont come with light stands, unfortunately. This video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pH_HfZiVepdlaJo shows a light that I use often and it comes with a lightstand

[@odiatoka]

I use the same falcon eyes :)

[@aksiyonbizde3016]

I subscribed, you have amazing tutorials in your channel. Thank you for amazing tips, you definitely deserve more viewers and subscribers.

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Thanks so much that’s so encouraging!

[@rodericgholston1432]

So helpful! You make this stuff look like magic!

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Thanks ghost! 👻

[@smolgabs]

Might try and get some diffusers, currently just using a cold LED desk light with the help of your placement video. Nice vid though.

[@benjohnsoncreative]

If you get a five in one reflector, the inside of it is a diffuser that you could use

[@Tiger_Smash59]

So glad I found your channel!

[@benjohnsoncreative]

I am glad you found my channel too haha! Thanks for watching Neil!

[@miahdoestech]

You just got one new subscriber. thanks for making good videos and sharing your knowledge 👍

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Thanks Miah!

[@itssaraekaryn]

Watching this in 2021, to up my lighting quality. Super informative!

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Thanks Sarae! I’d recommend checking out this light as well: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pH_HfZiVepdlaJo

[@HazelwithaZ]

This is such a relief! Thank you for explaining it all!

[@ShelTenAwesomeness]

Ben you are doing an awesome job. I will be applying what I've learnt to my content going forward. Again thanks.

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Awesome Shel! Have fun with it and stay creative! 🤘🏻

[@kadeshabarnard6320]

This video is a game changer! Thank you thank you thank you!

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Thanks so much for watching Kade’sha!

[@kadeshabarnard6320]

Thank you for making the content!

[@Scared_Together]

Very nice, well explained. You have earned yourself a sub Sir

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Thanks! Welcome to the creative crew! 🤘🏻

[@AuthenticSelfGrowth]

Looks sick bro 💯

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Thanks! 💯

[@trevorharmon9506]

I was excited to see a finished look with the same lights that I own! Gives me hope that I can have decent looking videos

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Definitely! It’s all in how you use them 💯

[@conscious___creators]

What a great video! Informative, simple explanations, easy to follow and to the point! Great job Ben! Would love to see some types of Camera's you'd recommend for starting a KZbin channel - something good for filming obviously and maybe taking some snaps too. Cheers! 🙌

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Check out this video for my recommendation: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fnyXepaairiMptU

[@Byron3189]

really helpful for getting started

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Thanks Byron glad you found it helpful!

[@missionwilderness208]

This is exactly what I needed. Thank you!

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Awesome glad it helped!

[@DrDorothyParker]

Wow really nice. I love the background lighting and setup.

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@myalteregoartist]

I love this set up

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Thanks! 🙏🏻

[@RafaLases]

Thanks Ben, you helped me a lot, you are an inspiration!

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Thanks Rafa!

[@ArsalanAspires]

Hey Ben, quick question! So just to clarify, you used the second light as a rim light and not as a fill light correct? You used the reflector in the position you would normally put a fill light in? Also, what position did you place the rim light in, was it just on a stand tilted above your head? Sorry to bother you. Just need some clarity.

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Correct on all of that This vid breaks it down more: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qKDIZapreb6ioZo

[@yonathansami]

Very cool video i liked all of your lightning related videos

[@benjohnsoncreative]

Thanks Yomax!