Flambient Real Estate Photography Basics

In this video we are going to get into the fundamental principles of the flambient (or flash) method for shooting real estate photography including the gear you’ll need, camera and flash settings and a demonstration on how to shoot and edit your images.
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[@helloholmes]

Great tutorial Mike! Quick update and fix regarding the white balance issue with Sony cameras that you mentioned; I also shoot with the Sony A7S iii and regarding the WB issue, a complete fix (if you want it corrected in the field) is to use the Flashpoint R2 SP (single pin) trigger. This completely fixes the “warm” white balance flash shots. Also, the method you mentioned about using a Canon trigger on the Sony doesn’t work unfortunately...I purchased the same trigger you’re using in this video but the Canon model and it does not physically fit in the hot shoe. I tried a Fuji version as well and same thing, won’t fit in the hot shoe...Regardless, anyone reading this and want the white balance issue fixed, use the Flashpoint R2 SP trigger...and they are only $25USD. Thank you again! :)

[@InsideRealEstatePhotography]

Thanks so much for sharing this valuable info! I had heard that it works buying the trigger for a different brand but obviously I haven’t tried it myself. Hate to steer anyone in the wrong direction. I’m gonna pin your comment so appears at the top of the thread so people will see it. Thanks again!

[@helloholmes]

@@InsideRealEstatePhotography you are most welcome! :)

[@rumirumarr6452]

Hey Andrew,. I looked for the Flashpoint R2 SP trigger, but saw a bunch of different models with the same name. I shoot on a sony a6400. Do you have a link to one that would work and fix wb issues for my camera? I was looking on amazon.

[@helloholmes]

@@rumirumarr6452 hi Rumi. It looks like it is no longer sold on Amazon and Adorama has them on backorder, however here is the direct link you would need; www.adorama.com/fprrr2spt.html

[@northwesternadv1372]

@@helloholmes So do you buy this and the xpro s? to make it work properly? Or is the above link all you need? I'm confused. Do I need both, or just one to make the ad 200 work on my sony 6600? THANKS!

[@MargaretWolfPhotog]

I had to shift my mindset to: flash the hell outta the room so that it looks like a terrible 1980s image. Then shoot an ambient shot of the room. Shoot another shot of JUST the windows perfectly exposed. Bring em all into to LR/PS and have fun! Thanks Mike. Love it.

[@chipmunkjohn]

Without a doubt this man is the best photography instructor I have seen on KZbin 👏👏👏

[@bgva82]

I've been experimenting with Flambient, and this is one of the simplest explanations I've seen. Thank you for making everything (even editing) so easy to understand.

[@mmousse97]

I very rarely leave comments on YT videos but you really deserve it! great video!! thank you so much!!!

[@mediamannaman]

Thanks so much. Always love to watch the workflow of an experienced RE photographer.

[@bogopuar7463]

Thank you sssoooo much fof this video. I have, like so many others, watched others try to explain flambient and editing. You knocked ot out-of-the-park. GREAT job. Again, thank you.

[@MatisMedia]

Ive been asking for this video for some time now. Thank you so much !!! It is so helpful! Thank you for going over ALL the details as for some photographers it is easy but when you're starting out (like me) it isn't as obvious. Thanks again

[@toksadesanya]

Best tutorial I've seen on this subject. I used it for the first time last weekend. Much better than using HDR in ambient lighting. Keep up the great work.

[@InsideRealEstatePhotography]

Thanks!

[@manamedia]

You are one of the few RE Photogs who takes a shot of the window area to use in Post. To me, this is a must for all interior shots! Well...given the weather is decent outside to! But this is the mark of a good RE Photog I say, attention to detail is everything!

[@bobwiegers]

to each their own, but it looks so, so weird to me.

[@manamedia]

@@bobwiegers Yeah, totally know what you are saying when I was first shown the technique many years ago. It looks unnatural, but to most people, they would not pick up on it.

[@bobwiegers]

Yeah I've checked out my new client's previous stuff and all of it has that. I can see how it would appeal to the end user so I guess we'll give it a go. Glad I know how now!

[@LuisOliveiraYT]

These videos add a lot of value. Thank you for that!

[@cinemalions983]

🔥I'm so thankful for you. You make it so easy to understand! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@danieltang2488]

Man, such an awesome video. So informative. True pro. Worth a lot… Fantastic! Appreciate!

[@fullcirclemedia6379]

blew my mind. this is EXACTLY what i needed man. thanks a lot.

[@dr4736]

Thank you for all the great info on this subject.

[@scottewers9507]

I like your videos - clear, and straight to the point. Great job...

[@InsideRealEstatePhotography]

Thank you!

[@shontroelstrup2023]

This is incredibly helpful and well produced. Thanks so much!!

[@InsideRealEstatePhotography]

Thanks!

[@yamahagh]

Thanks, Mike as usual an awesome informative video

[@mgiertl]

I´m learning a lot from your videos, thank you very much for great educational content :)

[@marisabenson1222]

Two flashes work well for most homes. Yes high end homes with high ceilings and large windows will require more lighting but don't underestimate what you can do with two flashes and multiple frames then editing using layers in photoshop. Takes longer and yes stronger lighting speeds it up but when starting out it's a good idea to control your budget.

[@DobuitaDave]

I'm watching this in 2024. I just did my first UK house shoot, & wow this tutorial was amazing! It worked perfectly. Thanks so much & I've subscribed

[@Yasminrising]

Thank you so much for this video! It has helped me immensely. You are awesome 👏

[@cwood250]

Loved this video, thanks for sharing the info.

[@zouhairbenazzouz2536]

From a professional real estate agent and prosumer real estate photographer ! Hat down sir !

[@lstefani5503]

Thank you for taking the time to create this video. I was interested in flambient method, but learned a couple of Photoshop hacks. Super helpful!

[@skajsen]

Hi, would u like to share these hacks? :)

[@stevestefani6683]

@@skajsen The hacks I learned were from Mike's video. ;-)

[@StefaniEaton88]

Really Loving your videos! Thanks for all the information

[@InsideRealEstatePhotography]

Thanks!

[@rogeclipse]

And this is why you pay a photographer for photos lol! 100% worth the money spent, great job with the explanation.

[@hariprastyo6854]

Thank you, this tutorial is amazing and useful.

[@bl4841]

RE photography requires so much skill. i don't think people realize what goes into it

[@joanneny8638]

And money. You look at one video and someone is recommending that you buy this and that.

[@jav_eee]

Requires a lot of skill if you introduce a lot of things that need to be skilled out. Seems like a whole lot of work to get to where a bracketed shot would’ve got you.

[@BradleyProulx]

@@jav_eee A bracketed hdr shot comes knowhere close to a flambient shot in my opinion. I guess if your going for speed vs quality..

[@palebeachbum]

@@BradleyProulx but this result doesn't look better and took 5x longer. Time is money.

[@keithshenkin3674]

Very clear and helpful. Thanks.

[@RebekahBarnesPhotography]

This was so helpful! Thank you so much!

[@FranHoganPanama]

Thank you! This is such a helpful video.

[@lighthunteralp]

Terrific footage, thank you

[@MrArtmen]

Your tips are so helpfull for me! Thank you very mcuh!

[@TurnerCommaCarson]

Very informative video, thanks!

[@gregallen1]

Fantastic tutorial!!

[@zenseekerEric]

That was really helpful. Thank you!

[@KenImduaikiat]

Good idea about pistol grip. 1 point to add is that we can control the flash power right off the flashes rear dial. Save a lot of time.

[@fcoker73]

Great video!!! Im debating between real estate photography and sports photography. Im starting to like the real estate photography. I like the outcome of how you make lighting work for you and the look of the finish product. Amazing!! Your videos are educational and Im learning a lot!! Keep up the good work!!

[@InsideRealEstatePhotography]

Thanks Fred!

[@BraedenRoesler]

Use your real-estate photography to fund your sports photography :)

[@DanMolinaStudio]

Great Video! I've been looking for a flash for Real Estate and this my just be the kit... Thank you!

[@InsideRealEstatePhotography]

Thanks!

[@DanMolinaStudio]

@@InsideRealEstatePhotography forgot to ask... what's your zoom setting on the trigger?

[@melhayes204]

You promised and you delivered.

[@seekeroftruth101]

Really nice work.

[@distudio7685]

very, very useful, thanks!

[@skymakai]

Nice video summarizing this technique. Looks exactly like Nathan Cool's methods.

[@1215mymy]

This was intense. This was way advanced for me. I use flash and bracket and combine my images all in LR. This made me feel anxious 😰 but great stuff!

[@palebeachbum]

I just watched his video on HDR photography, which is so much more straightforward. Unless there's some advantage or necessity to flambient, I don't understand why a real estate photographer would buy the extra equipment and spend 5x as much time editing photos for a job.

[@forumsnowsoldier]

@palebeachbum You wouldn't be doing that if you were just battling it out with competition for the most RnG HDR shoots in your area, at the cheapest price. Flambient evidently produces much higher quality, which ultimately means that you charge more, shoot & edit less, enjoy your life daily and work with better clientele. Implement PS actions and LR presets and you're cruising through edits! Don't over do it. So many people do. The lighting equipment isn't too much of a financial hit either (was about $500 CDN). Shop wisely. It's an investment and a good one at that. I switched over from HDR and only being a few months into my business, I've noticed it attracts a different clientele. All the best.

[@palebeachbum]

@@forumsnowsoldier I appreciate the input from someone doing the work. I'm in the research and learning stage before I get started with clients. I may delve into flambient to try it on for size later, but for now HDR seems more straightforward and a time saver on-site. Good for someone like myself less skilled and slower paced. I don't know how to create or run Photoshop actions and Lightroom presents yet. Much to learn still. What I will say about so much of the pro real estate photography in my area though is that they way over-enhance their images. Interiors are way too bright with too little depth, creating an artificial CGI vibe, with window pulls so dark it looks like a Sears portrait backdrop outside every window. These photographers clearly have the knowledge and skill to do the extra work required to pull off that look, but IMO it looks terrible. As a real estate photographer on KZbin stated, if your photos look like they've been enhanced, you've gone too far. So I'm aiming for a less harsh, more natural HDR look. I recently saw images from a flambient shoot in a home with small rooms and it had some issues. Flash showing on shiny surfaces like glossy dark wood kitchen cabinets and tile in the bathrooms. It was kinda ugly and harsh for all of the extra post production required to blend. Maybe flambient works better in large rooms. I just find HDR to look far more natural overall and less post production work. I'll spend more time learning about flambient and analyzing the work of other local pros.

[@forumsnowsoldier]

@palebeachbum Spend lots of time researching both techniques and find something that suits your skillset/style. HDR/brackets may be quicker when shooting onsite, but to hand blend them correctly for professional use, takes WAY longer than flambient editing. The 50/50 technique used by many will get you by with 85% of shoots and will outshine HDR in almost all ways, all day long. I don't spend much more time on site shooting flash then I did with bracketing but when I get home to edit (I don't outsource) I fly through them as most of the work is done on site. Proper trigger setups with center pin isolation and shutter releases will speed up the process even more! Have a good look at the market you're in and decide what's good for you. I don't like working with clients who don't have a large focus on marketing anyway (it's always easy to tell). I'll leave those shoots for the RnG HDR photographers charging less and less to beat out their competition. Also, sounds to me like some of these edits are over done, or edited by amateurs. I don't stress window pulls unless the view is something spectacular that potential buyers might be interested in seeing & I make this clear when booking shoots. It can really draw the attention away from the interior space and that's not something you want. Also I'm not quite sure where you're seeing the editing for HDR is much quicker than Flambient? If you're just HDR merging in lightroom and running through a few presets/touchups then maybe this is the case but not when hand blending. I suggest you do a little more research in that regard. Alot of people on here breaking it down and making it seem much more time consuming then it actually is! (Presets and Actions FTW!) Hope this helps! All the best.

[@gringito95]

@@forumsnowsoldier not sure about the edit less, hdr on lightroom is one button

[@MagicBiscuitShow]

Excellent, as always. Thanks, Chuck : +)

[@litpix1809]

You are the best

[@laurencebown3404]

Wow, what a great video.

[@InsideRealEstatePhotography]

Thank you!

[@The_Daliban]

Wow.thanks

[@69addict]

Great explanation sir, i learned a lot 👍 what if i just merge 2 layer only( with flash + window exposure)?

[@michaelsabell9294]

Awesome video! I have been using HDR for awhile (I mainly shoot rental property photos here in Australia and have been able to get away with it) but wanting to get out of HDR and use flambient. Your video shows a simple start to finish process which is easy to follow. Cheers!

[@InsideRealEstatePhotography]

Thanks! That’s exactly what I was hoping to illustrate.

[@michaelsabell9294]

@@InsideRealEstatePhotography I currently shoot with a SB700 speedlight and will be getting a Godox AD200 Pro at some stage. I need to do some comparisons between the two in terms of power output to ensure I'm achieving the right results.

[@InsideRealEstatePhotography]

@@michaelsabell9294 you should get considerably more power with the ad200

[@karunnaidu5060]

Nice vedio Thanks for sharing 👍

[@doptimist]

Great video, thank you. I do feel like window pulls this extreme look very odd though, like paintings.

[@scottmoore7440]

Hey when you look at flash shot. Do you look at your histogram? Wonder if their is a pattern you guys might look at to help in post or keep the colors more real. Thx

[@gamerbryanbtw6501]

Just upgraded my Ad200 to the round head and pistol grip, and can concur its much better.

[@MrTubular13]

Great tutorial. Can I use a canon trigger to fire the godox flash on a canon camera. Were you saying the canon trigger would work on the Sony camera to fire the godox (<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="229">3:49</a>- <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="240">4:00</a>)

[@BrandonArvay]

HDR for the win

[@Tommytoolsqueezer]

HDR looks shit.. flash with ambient really gives the rooms that pop.. that HDR just can’t do

[@palebeachbum]

@@Tommytoolsqueezer flambient can make rooms looks very artificial. We don't see the world with that pop you describe.

[@joshuakingortiz341]

@@Tommytoolsqueezer If you do an automatic HDR, I would agree. But if you use a hand blended HDR method, it is at least 95% as good as flambient and much faster method. I would say, only luxury high priced home should use flambient. For normal type houses hand blended HDR is a fast and very pleasing method.

[@ahargusphoto]

Mike…if I don’t already have a round head for my AD200 Pro, but have a MagMod MagSphere…could I use that in lieu of the round head attachment??

[@kallepernu9251]

Good tutorial for beginners..Will try few things from this next shoot. But i couldnt deliver this kind of photo to client. Left lower roof looks like its burned and the last window frame has flashspot on it + reflection.

[@grantdecker1190]

Another great video! So much to try. I shoot with Sony A7RIII/Godox trigger pro s/ AD200pro with HD200R round heads and AK-R1 dome. I know its more equipment but I might have try 2 AD200Pro with 2 Silver umbrellas just to see if I can take less shots. Just trying to limit post production masking. If I can get it done with three shots at the property that would be my preferred route.

[@InsideRealEstatePhotography]

Yeah, definitely agree about trying to limit the post production time!

[@bogdanpopescu8406]

It is easier the post production masking (matter of seconds) than making more flash pops or installing lights

[@cjsayers3346]

To fix the pin issue with the trigger. You could probably put a tiny dab of rubber cement on it to insulate it and prevent it from screwing with you white balance. The rubber cement is also soft enough that I bet you could peel it off too if needed.

[@playboxlimited.]

Thank you

[@bobwiegers]

lots of great tips, but my question, as a newbie to real estate photography but a long time nature photographer: is this kinda result the industry standard? seeing through the windows and all that? because my artist eye says it looks like crap. but will my (potential) clients be looking for this?

[@PuchoWebSolutions]

Hello from New York City! Why not shoot flash shots at maximum flash sync speed of the camera? Thank you for your informative video.

[@phil_rennie_photography]

Hi Mike, great tutorial I've watched it about 4 times now! :) Question, with a large house shoot where you have 30 or even 50+ shots you want to deliver to a client, do you edit all of your shots like this? Thank you for your content. 👍

[@samcarmel6975]

Isn’t there a setting for sony when you turn on a flash trigger, the display isn’t accurate? I can’t figure that out, and I feel like its messing up my flow. I’m practicing

[@BabyBoomerChannel]

What do you look for in the shot (on the back camera screen) to make sure the flash power is sufficient?

[@chiggedycheckyoself]

Thanks for this great in-depth tutorial! Really convinced me to stick to using my overseas editor and focus on shooting more properties. Seriously, what busy photographer has the time to go through that editing process??

[@cuddleslug547]

This

[@skajsen]

Yeah, its like 20+ minutes per image. Insane!

[@ILOVESHINO]

Hi Mike. This is going to be an embarrassingly stupid question, but I can’t figure out how to trip the shutter for the XPro while holding the flash. Like, there are zero out there explaining it. I currently use 2 flashpoint RS and an AD200 and it’s fine, but when I use the XPro I can’t get the flashpoint as a remote. Is there a specific shutter remote or am I missing something really obvious?

[@exploremarketingllc]

Thanks for this! I'm trying new methods and for some reason, when I'm working on my layer mask like you do around <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="930">15:30</a>, I'm not getting any white from the ceilings...it's painting black and it appears all the things are set up the same as you have. Appreciate your time and keep up the good work!

[@InsideRealEstatePhotography]

Is your layer mask (not the actual layer) selected when you are painting?

[@Hhart94]

Do you always do auto focus on all of your flambient compositions? In some of the photos it was focusing on different objects in the room so I was wondering if you’ve ever had any problems when you’re blending with images being in different focus. Thanks!

[@InsideRealEstatePhotography]

Yes I do and haven’t had a problem as of yet

[@suprat49]

Nice tutorial mate. I recommend locking off your focus once it’s established rather than letting the camera refocus each frame.

[@InsideRealEstatePhotography]

Thanks! Yeah that makes sense and had crossed my mind but never had a problem as of yet but that probably is the safer way to go

[@RafalKontrym]

@@InsideRealEstatePhotography I use back button focus method, I use af button at the back of my nikon to focus and then shutter button to take the shots.

[@damianpierzchaa3446]

Hi Mike. Thanks for tutorial, i'm using flash in my photos too. Tell me, whats your opinion about using CPL filter in this method?

[@InsideRealEstatePhotography]

I use a CPL filter it and haven’t had any issues so I thinks it’s a fine idea.

[@snotlobber]

Fantastic and well instructed video! I would like to see you do a video that puts the HDR method against the flambient method. Be cool to time it, as if you are in the field and trying to keep an expeditious work flow. Seems flambient is adding a lot of "bulk" to the process, and would think a good HDR artist could match the result... your thoughts? With the new Sony A bodies... low light scenarios and brackets with a low ISO would keep things clean. Side note , using the a7S3? How does your sharpness compare to your a7III or an R series body? Keep up the good work!

[@InsideRealEstatePhotography]

Definitely a comparison video coming in the future! Yes, I think you can get similar results with HDR when done well. Good hand blended HDR is more work on the back end while flambient is more work on the front end bu yield comparable results. I’m loving the a7siii! Quality is similar to my a7iii but smaller files which is great. We don’t need a lot of resolution for real estate photos so in my mind it’s perfect. The video features are fantastic. The a7sii was my main cam before I got the a7iii so it’s familiar territory for me.

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@@InsideRealEstatePhotography Nice and good thinking! Have been curious for the S3 to use for my walk thru vids. I am using the rIV and files are HUGE and slow down LR... Looking forward to that comparison vid.

[@InsideRealEstatePhotography]

@@snotlobber yeah I don’t have any experience with the R series as I’ve never really had a need for that much resolution for anything I do. Great cameras though of course!

[@lerly]

Do you feel like ad200pro will be sufficient for bigger homes with taller ceilings, or what do you thin would be a 1 stop shop light

[@InsideRealEstatePhotography]

Yeah, I think its great all around light that you can make work for almost all situations. I'm considering getting a AD600 at some point which I think will come in handy for big spaces by just making it a little easier but I don't think it's a necessity.

[@ChrisMcKiernan]

Excellent tutorial - are you concerned about how many times you touch the camera between shots? Seems like every time I touch it there is some subtle movement.

[@InsideRealEstatePhotography]

Thanks! I don’t get too concerned. I just auto align the layers in photoshop in editing to ensure they are all lined up.

[@commane21]

My thought exactly. I was getting anxiety peaks every time he altered the setting on camera. Using tethertools with an ipad or some equivalent is the only guaranteed way of avoiding it. Also, the problem is MUCH worse when the tripod is on a carpet, especially a thick shag carpet.

[@openhouse3606]

Would the ad400pro or ad600pro Make more sense for Exterior twilights? I am looking to do a few flash pops for my HDR twilight shots and I wonder if the 200 has enough power.

[@InsideRealEstatePhotography]

I would think the 200 would be just fine. For something like that I don’t think you need a ton of power given it’s a twilight scene and you’re not trying to light it up like day time.

[@ush45]

I love these tutorials, but realistically, how many shoots are you fitting into a day with all that edit time? I run my business a little differently in terms of workflow. If I was spending this amount of time blending flambient photos I'm not sure I could keep up with my current workload

[@alantripp6175]

What are some nonsubscription alteratives to Lightroom with same functions used for this same application?

[@Praxiszooms]

nice

[@scottbailey2610]

Thanks so much for this video. I have been getting ready to pull the trigger on buying some new equipment and stepping up to flash photography. Thanks for breaking this down, your info is very helpful. I am not sure what the difference between the ad200 and the ad200 pro are though. Don’t want to get one and wish I got the other. Like the fact that the round head distributes the light more even. Please let me know. Thanks!

[@InsideRealEstatePhotography]

For real estate there’s not a whole lot of benefit of the pro over the standard version so the standard is probably the more practical way to go for this type of work and you won’t be missing anything.

[@scottbailey2610]

Thanks again! That’ll pay for the strap and pistol grip!

[@fpvunbox5148]

could u use the bare bulb with reflector dome instead of the round head or is the standard fresnel better?

[@InsideRealEstatePhotography]

I’ve never tried with the bare bulb and a reflector dome so hard me to say one way or another

[@HiFocusedCinematography]

Hi on the window pull flash shot how do you avoid reflections of the room in the glass windows? I keep getting reflection of the room in the windows. Is it the angle or am I going too high power on my flash? Thank you!

[@InsideRealEstatePhotography]

Yeah, you definitely have to play with the angle to avoid the reflection. Sometimes it take a couple tries!

[@HiFocusedCinematography]

@@InsideRealEstatePhotography Thank you!

[@brisbanerealestatemedia3598]

Ok cool! Now what offshore editing company do you recommend to do this kind of edits? 🤷‍♂️

[@joanasantos1033]

Hire a freelance ;) > www.sewes.studio

[@michaelfrymus]

I'm trying to use a tablet (which I want to buy) with the Sony a7iii, and my (2x) AD200 + XPro Trigger. I can buy a new trigger system (if needed) to make this work... The tablet is used for viewing the shots on a larger screen. If possible also trigger the camera/flash from it, if possible. I want to be able to change the strobe settings/turn them off when away from the camera & lights - How do I do this? How do I also shoot the camera wirelessly and have the strobes go off?

[@InsideRealEstatePhotography]

I would look into camranger. Does everything your describing except I don’t think you can change your strobe settings (I may be wrong).

[@AngelGarcia]

Do you reccomend to buy a non TTL flash? Do you always reccomend manual flashes? Thank you.

[@InsideRealEstatePhotography]

Yes manual for sure. TTL mode is not your friend for this sort of work.

[@russellcombs64]

What trigger are you using to remote trigger the shutter? I use a Sony A7riii. Thanks!

[@InsideRealEstatePhotography]

I use this one: amzn.to/3eT6PRu

[@TurboFlutter]

how do you adjust the flash power on the flash without having the trigger override the power setting on the flash

[@BabyBoomerChannel]

He Mike - how are you triggering the Transmitter (on the hotshot) with a Transceiver? You're pushing a button on a Transceiver - that is communicating with the Godox/Flashpoint Transmitter. How can that work? Can the Transmitter RECEIVE a command from the Transceiver?

[@InsideRealEstatePhotography]

I’m using a remote shutter trigger. The flash is triggered by the shutter of the camera.

[@jugodenaranja2010]

Are there some specific reasons of why you would choose to do flambient instead of bracketing with no flash or vice versa? thanks!

[@InsideRealEstatePhotography]

Either method gets the job done! No specific reason other than if you like one better than the other or think you get better results with one vs the other.

[@amysewick6929]

Thank you again for all of your helpful content! I've watched several of your videos multiple times and I have found them to be invaluable! I've been practicing alot and started blending some photos of my bathroom. When I try to export from lighroom, I get these odd zebra lines along some of the white areas (i.e. caulking/grout between tiles, along the tub, etc). I looked at some discussion forums but can't seem to figure it out. It looks fine in Lightroom but the exported photo doesn't look right. Has anyone dealt with this before? I exported it as an sRBG file and no luck and tried other formats but no luck there either. Thank you!

[@InsideRealEstatePhotography]

Awesome! Glad to hear the videos have been helpful to you ☺️ that’s very interesting I’ve never experienced anything like that. If you want you can email me one of the exported photos and I would be happy to look at it to see if I have any ideas! [e-mail]

[@amysewick6929]

@@InsideRealEstatePhotography oh my gosh, thank you so much! I just emailed you. I really appreciate your help and expertise!

[@PilotDave320]

Thanks for the excellent tutorial. Is there a reason why you are quite destructive with your merging of layers in PS?

[@InsideRealEstatePhotography]

Thanks! You mean instead of preserving them in some way to possibly tweak later? It’s just how I work. I know what I’m looking for at this point and with real estate I feel efficiency is key with this kind of work. A lot of images to get through in a sitting.

[@youtubeaddict1]

Great video.... One question, where do i put my focusing point when shooting interiors?

[@InsideRealEstatePhotography]

Thanks! I'm generally just using the wide setting for auto focusing. If you're choosing a point then I would say choose something across the room on the far wall to focus on.

[@youtubeaddict1]

@@InsideRealEstatePhotography thanks

[@Apartments-hr]

Hi Mike! I have one question - in Croatia, I can't find this exact light. Is it the same as Godox Wistro AD200 TTL HSS 200Ws Pocket Flash? I don't know what "Wistro" means. Thanks in advance

[@InsideRealEstatePhotography]

Yes same thing! I’ve visited Croatia by the way. Beautiful country! 😊

[@SGirardphotography]

Great video. Are you using the godox ad200 ? I have the rectangle head, is the round one better for real estate pictures ?

[@InsideRealEstatePhotography]

Yes I’m using the ad200 pro. You can use the rectangular head but I prefer the round. Has better/softer light fall off

[@bigjer3863]

@@InsideRealEstatePhotography What about just using the bare bulb? Wouldn’t that throw more light than either of these heads? Thx. Great video. Just curious why you don’t use the bare bulb.

[@InsideRealEstatePhotography]

@@bigjer3863 the bare bulb is too “hot”. Needs to be diffused with something. There is a cheap diffuser for the bare bulb head that works pretty good though.

[@hebinosss1085]

thanks for the video what i dont understand is why do you youse a nd filter?

[@InsideRealEstatePhotography]

Its not an ND filter, its a circular polarizer filter that I use to eliminate/minimize reflections. kzbin.info/www/bejne/r2nchnSYoMeHe5I

[@airadaimagery692]

What did you have plugged into the side of your camera in this video while it was on the tripod?

[@InsideRealEstatePhotography]

Nothing plugged in the side. Just flash trigger on hot shoe.

[@Ckphoto80]

Everything is good but I’d stay away from autofocus.

[@blahpad]

I noticed that too in the video, the Sony autofocus is good, much better than my Nikon Full Frame. I use autofocus then lock it down on the Sony. Works great.

[@thephotographerdiaries]

Back Button Focus, So when you hit the shutter it doesn't re focus.

[@Michael-hj3nw]

If you have the godox xpro2 you have to turn on legacy mode to not have the white balance issue

[@lerly]

Do you recommend flambient or hdr for real estate photography? do you think there is a huge difference between the two?

[@InsideRealEstatePhotography]

I would recommend trying both. You can achieve similar results with either method. Just a matter of preference really and what workflow you like best.