Speedlight VS Studio Strobe | Which Is Best For Portrait Photography

[@MiguelQuilesJr]

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[@sergeantschultz810]

You are the best speaker on You Tube and always produce professional videos. Keep it going.

[@MiguelQuilesJr]

Thank you!! 🙌

[@davidfaj1]

Thanks for getting straight to the point without too many blah blah. Concise!

[@i_am_x_wild]

This vid was the truth on many levels... that alien language hit home for me as a novice photographer lol... maaaaannnnn

[@kyb7795]

Any -500 Speedlite that isnt from outer space?

[@fjhphoto]

9:53 or just 2 of the Profoto A1 speedlites. 😉

[@ShirtlessMenNetwork]

Great tips for folks who're just starting out. As I've continued to develop my body of work over the decades, I've learned to keep several speedlights, monolights, and even continuous lights, with dozens of light modifiers, some that only work with speedlights, some that only work with bigger lights, and some that work with both. I just never know when, where or what I might photograph, so I like to be ready for anything.

[@nathbala7822]

I m mixing speedlight with studio strobe. You don't speak of the modeling light (some speedlight have it now) but it's a great advantage, and for speedlight you can find good gel pack cheaper than big sheet.

[@chuckdevlin6143]

Being retired and on limited income there is no choice - speedlights is my way to go. Have two TT685 speed lights with x-pro trigger.

[@amarg2199]

Cheapest strobe lights start from 50dollars. 125watts. 2 lights & trigger 120 dollars

[@VirtuosityToniLekic]

@@amarg2199 which one? you have link to it?

[@VirtuosityToniLekic]

what do you think about TT600 for sony? or deffinitely go with 685?

[@lukevmh]

@@amarg2199i’m sorry but $500 is cheap for better lights

[@viciouz25]

Thanks Miguel. Which Strobe light do you recommend based on your experience in this industry. If i have to buy a strobe light for studio photographer but on a tight budget, what can i start with ? I would want to know the strobe light, Brand/Make and the Softbox type. If you have a video you can point me to it.

[@anjaneya3654]

Great video! 🙌🏻 The slow recycle time of speedlights becomes less of a problem for shots where freezing motion is not important and the photographer knows what they want from the shot. It is a problem when the photographer has no plan for the shot and the subject keeps changing poses fast between shots.

[@wagnerbarbosa5804]

Sensacional class! For me It was also an enigma to comprehend their menus!

[@dhirajrai5817]

So nice video for educating myself! Thanks

[@nilofido411]

A great all rounder is the Godox AD200 and all its reincarnations, best compromise IMO at present, 200 w/s, HSS, TTL, 2.4G wireless not much bigger than a beefy speed light but 2 to 3 times more power, 400+ shots out of a battery, bare bulb and speed light head, this before you start getting some extras for it, with a $20 adapter you can use it with any modifiers that has a Bowens S fit, you can get a second unit and a dedicated adapter to join the 2 units together and it becomes a 400 w/s unit, which is a respectable power for a strobe, with let’s say the budget of one top notch strobe $2000ish you can have 6xAD200 that can be combined however you like from a 3x400 to 6x200 combination, a relatively compact system that is portable, flexible, quite powerful with any choices of modifiers you wish; the only 2 points where I can see it struggle versus speed lights and strobes are that it isn’t really possible to mount it on camera ( you can with an adapter) and can’t have the recycle times of a 1200+ w/s strobe.... Also if you are creative with your triggers you can easily achieve Hypersync

[@pramodsharma5961]

Love your videos as always. I am looking to set up the home studio to click my wife's makeup pics. Budget around under < $1000. What flash setup should I go for? The ceiling is around 9-10 ft, room size 12x14ft. Camera Sony A7C. Looking to use both indoor and outdoor. Please suggest.

[@AdrianBacon]

I’ve recently switched over to interfit strobes. Their S1 and badger unleashed comprise my location lights, which are great as they’re battery powered. In my studio, it’s all honey badger, which are plugins with the manual flash trigger which gives me more groups.

[@solowandslow1]

Amazingly detailed, very informative, and pleasantly balanced video. Thank you so much!

[@DaRocket]

great informative video, answered every question i had

[@MiguelQuilesJr]

Happy to hear it!

[@thenightowl_22]

i've never seen such a giant soft box! xD insane

[@winni223]

Thank you for the informative video. The best way to grow professionally moving up from one stage to another and understanding you've done everything with what you have and you just need more. Quite quickly we get unsatisfied with built-in flashes and move to speedlites then, possibly, to strobes. I use them both depending on the situation and location, sometimes even a combination of strobes as main lights and speedlites as the 'auxiliary fleet'

[@MRCALIEMS]

Anyway to use a speed light off camera without using the built in flash to trigger it? Or should I just buy a trigger and soft box oooor a led constant light panel and get to work🤷🏽‍♂️

[@joshbolding4844]

For the Speedlight battery issue...Just use AA rechargable batteries! They are universal

[@johndonaldson5126]

I use rechargable AA batteries in my speedlights which last long enough for a portrait session.

[@Michaelajacksonfilms]

Fav - Neewer Vision 4 Battery Powered Outdoor strobe

[@sipuebla]

The Vision 5 is a little more expensive but has HSS.

[@Michaelajacksonfilms]

@@sipuebla yup, i was impressed enough to order two of the "5's"

[@kevinacla8291]

I have godox tt520ii speedlight, and yes, the recycle time is long.. Planning to buy strobe lights, but freaking expensive need more time to save, to buy one.

[@SarahLdk]

I have 2 softboxes and 1 canon 430 ex ii speedlight. Can I use them together with my flash (the canon 430) on camera? If yes, how do I get my flash to go off with my softbox lights?

[@MiguelQuilesJr]

Good question. You would need a remote to put on your camera to trigger your flash, and potentially a receiver on the flash to fire it. You could also get a 2nd flash and set it to flash whenever the on camera flash fires. Hope that helps!

[@praj113]

Thank you! This was really helpful

[@veebee4072]

Good information...Thanks 🙏

[@mikesmale1853]

Thanks for mentioning the menu system. I thought it was just me 😂 there are some good KZbinr’s to help though! Thanks.

[@ptipete]

What difference between a Speedlight, Monolight and a Stobe? Thanks!

[@sanjaymehta8105]

I have both as you said. Studio and flashlight. I shoot a lot of corporate events so In that kind of shoots the speed lights are good. Recently got the Godox v1 the battery is really good and and I keep a Godox 860ii as a back up. For the product shoots I use the Godox led 60v in the soft box. For the studio shoots I am struggling as my studio space is really small due to the white walls the light is bouncing everywhere. Am going to try the grid as suggested by you.

[@peterlemke3468]

Try a black flag or reflector as well to control the light. The reflector can be something simple like cardboard or foam, home made or purchased from an art supplies store.

[@albertocavazoss]

Studio strobes like godox sk 400 ii are very cheap and work well !

[@johndonaldson5126]

I have speedlights but have found them inadequate. I just put a Godox ad400pro on my birthday list.

[@Ken-wu4cm]

I'm 2 years late but I use both. However some of my best images was with speedlight shot in a small area. That's not to say I dislike strobes. I like using them outdoors when having to deal with the sun.

[@wezzojm]

Can't wait for the next vid!! HSS, TTL when where how why????. I'm still so confused with it as my amateur camera can only go 1/4000, my lense 50mmf1.8 using godox 80mm sq soft box,slight TT685, X-pro trig, but I'm still not getting that ”FashionNova” style shots out. Should I upgrade my camera so early. Should I get a bigger softbox. Should I get a Sigma 135mm f1.2 and go broke. Should I give up😣 (goes back to view all Miguel’s tutorials again)

[@ajphelps16]

So what did u d

[@ajphelps16]

*fo

[@ajphelps16]

*do. Curse my typing

[@monicaroberts7782]

HEY, SUPER PRO VIDEO. TY. CAN YOU PLEASE RECOMMEND ME AMY FLASH SPEED LIGHT BUDGET PRODUCT THAT WILL DO THE JOB FOR SHOOTING MATTRESSES CATALOG?

[@jriis2010]

Thx for a great video. Regarding speedlite vs studio, I just bought the Godox MS300 which was about the same price as my Godox TT685II, so Speedlites are not necessary cheaper.

[@Strongbear2013]

Thanks for the video. Is a battery powered strobe usually more expensive than a mains powered one? Also, with speedlights, you suggested that they don't all have to be of equal quality. Does that mean that your main one which is the key light can be the most expensive with the most features (eg TTL and HSS) while the other ones (eg a hair light flash) can be missing those features? And would a flash trigger still be able to trigger even the lower models?

[@GaryParris]

i use both, the studio ones are cheaper ones but work well, the speedlights are chinese branded ones which work well too, modifying the natural light where possible is the the best of both world or utilising the stands for studio lights as stands for speedlights with multi flash holders and umbrella's really can do great, all about how you use and create your space and the light effectively.

[@Menosfilms]

What do you think of the flashpoint eVOLV 200 pro? Is it good for a entry level strobe?

[@lestersandoval2975]

CAN u show images ... between the both ... do strobes really make a difference as opposed to the other

[@princearthur4946]

Excellent tutorial!

[@MiguelQuilesJr]

Thanks Arthur!

[@HarshvardhanSaboo]

I am thinking of going for GODOX AD200 pro, currently using TT685N. I am not sure if I should be switching considering I can see the compare videos but the power comparison isn't clearly available to see. My main purpose to go for AD200 pro is to get more power and get better recycle time. I am using a softbox with my current TT685N where I feel the power goes way low when clicking outdoors or when the softbox is farther than 5 feet from the subject. Please suggest if you can. If there is a video you can point me to, please do that as well.

[@RMZFILMS59]

Godox AD600Pro, what are your thoughts on this strobe?

[@Robert-ug5hx]

I use speedlites I have no problem using several on a stand or a couple of stands side by side ,the cwnon speedlites can be had used for reasonable 380ex up to 600ex rt .Any thing before the 380ex I do not belive have ttl. Also anything before the 380ex would not be very powerful

[@yanafridabinaev]

Great video! Thank you! Love your flow!

[@MiguelQuilesJr]

Thank you!!

[@chambersrl]

Awesome - thanks for this breakdown! I have an old strobe I inherited...It works well, but not as compact and practical as newer versions. I actually need to invest in a speed light (never used) and new strobe...

[@arielhernandez6560]

Hi Miguel, I currently own a strobe and a speedlite, both with a guide number of 60. Does this mean that they fire with equal intensities at full power, despite the fact that the flash is much smaller? Thanks.

[@Drrdddrrrrr4]

Is there a soft box that you recommend for a beginner? Do you think using the cheaper ones on amazon that come with the LED light bulbs are something that could be worked with when just starting out

[@MiguelQuilesJr]

I would recommend staying away from those bulbs. A cheap flash would serve you better in the long run. Personally, I'd recommend starting out with an umbrella. It's a great light modifier, affordable, and easy to take around.

[@Drrdddrrrrr4]

Ok thank you so much! Is there a umbrella you recommend that I should get ?

[@MiguelQuilesJr]

Check this one out! 😁👍 amzn.to/3n6V5fg

[@Drrdddrrrrr4]

I think that’s just the umbrella though, which light would go under. I’m very new to this. All I have right now is a canon rebel t7. Do you think that is a good starter camera? I am looking to get into doing portraits and I would love to take pictures of children. I have 4 boys to practice on. I would love any other advice please!

[@MiguelQuilesJr]

This would be a nice light to start out. amzn.to/38859k2 Your Rebel should be just fine to get you going!

[@nmelcam1]

Hi Miguel, saludos desde Camuy, PR :-) I think that the AD 200's offer the best of both worlds. The are extremely portable, have the option of bare bulb or Flash like Fresnel head out of the box and offer the optional Round head plus they are priced slightly above a good 3rd party flash but lower than an Original Canon or Nikon Flash even though the AD 200 offers around 3 times the power output . I. just purchased 3 AD200 Pro's, the B2 head adapter (so I can use 2 AD200's as one light with 400w/s) and the H200 which when I receive it, will use it for my beauty dish just to see it I get a softer light than with the flash or bare bulb :-) The other 2 AD200's will be for my striplights or with the B2 adapter for the softbox and using outside. I will still use my regular flashes for the background and hair lights or maybe buy 3 more in the future to change them all :-) Off and the new Flashpoint R2 Pro Mark 2 trigger, same as the Godox X-Pro, but with bluetooth and a slightly better button layout as now you can turn on or off any group just by double tapping the group button. Any thoughts or recommendations. Keep safe

[@alonsogarrote8898]

what about the recycling time?

[@hasbeenbowler]

Shooting different events, I use a combination of both. However, I don't have the big 400 or 600 W strobes, just 2 AD200s with the adapter.

[@MiguelQuilesJr]

That's a great combo! I typically post up 4 Speedlite in a room and one on camera. Then as I walk around I turn on the specific ones I need for my shot. It's a pain but the results end up looking good.

[@nhcharmedone]

Great video as always! 😁

[@MiguelQuilesJr]

Thank you!

[@georgialilley4316]

I’m new to flash 😬how do I know whether it’s a strobe or speed light, eg, what’s the difference? For example, is the godox ad100 a strobe or speed light?

[@MiguelQuilesJr]

Nowadays it's getting even harder to tell. Generally speaking, speedlights have a hotshoe on the bottom so they can be mounted onto your camera, while strobes go on a light stand and need a trigger to fire them. The ad100 is more akin to a strobe, just lower powered.

[@theoell2049]

What's the round light you have in your left side with barndoors?

[@MiguelQuilesJr]

It's the Rotolight Anova Pro 2!

[@SAMPRODESIGN]

I am about to build my personal studio can u help me in recommending the best flash light setup

[@MiguelQuilesJr]

How exciting! Couple of questions. Most important, what's your total budget? Also, what kind of space do you have (how high are your ceilings)? Lastly, are you planning on using the same gear for outdoor shoots or is this dedicated for indoor use only?

[@adams.555]

Thanks for this video. Any suggestions on decent speed light for Sony a7iii ? My budget is 300. Thank you?

[@MiguelQuilesJr]

My pleasure! I'm a big fan of the HVLF45RM (linked in the description of the video). It's small, but gives a good amount of light.

[@dechertphotography]

Is that a Rotolight Aeos or Anova behind you? If so, how do you use the Rotolight system? Thanks & great video!!

[@MiguelQuilesJr]

Good eye! It's an Anova Pro 2. I've been using it to light my videos as well as testing it for an upcoming video. I'm still in the testing phase but hope to have a video up soon!

[@dechertphotography]

@@MiguelQuilesJr Thanks!! Can't wait to see what you think.

[@charliegreen1989]

Miguel Quiles Look forward for that video.

[@smellgoodphotography7722]

What is your recommendation for a canon on camera speed light

[@MiguelQuilesJr]

All depends on your budget and what you want to do. The Westcott FJ80 is pretty nice for the price. 📸

[@smellgoodphotography7722]

@@MiguelQuilesJr actually I want a good one, pricing i would say 300-400 for events and some portraits

[@arthurb1400]

Nice video ! How do you gel studio strobes ?

[@MiguelQuilesJr]

Thanks! You can gel them the same as a Speedlite. Just make sure the modeling lights aren't turned on. 👍

[@CanadaRandom]

Very nice

[@Elamin008]

thank you very much

[@jheelan]

I wanted a portable solution so I went with 2 godox v1 for Sony's but they are not powerful enough to work with umbrellas . It cost me 1k$ with all the accessories maybe I should have bought the B10 idk

[@MiguelQuilesJr]

That's exactly why I made the video funny enough. I bought a bunch of Speedlites when I started out only to realize for my style I really needed a Strobe. 😁👍

[@ralphtime]

Hecky no. Just get a Ad400 pro & ad200 pro. Killer combo.

[@1215mymy]

Thank you!

[@MiguelQuilesJr]

Thanks for watching!

[@1215mymy]

@@MiguelQuilesJr I might consider joining PPA. The reason I watched is bc I've always used speadlights and yes it does the job but I feel I could use more power and a change.

[@GoTocco]

Rechargeable AA batteries work just fine.

[@karenkaptures]

Love the Profoto menu. Glad I’m not the only one who was confused by the menu.

[@MiguelQuilesJr]

Same here! Starting out the menus we're just terrible. If I don't use them for a few weeks it can be tough going back to use a Speedlite.

[@Thereal111t]

Haha if you think the vagabond mini lithium is cumbersome... try the lead acid vagabond2. On the plus side... you don’t need to carry sand bags. ;)

[@nevvanclarke9225]

Thanks agree on operation flashes they take a science degree to.learn what each feature is 😅😂....I'm dabbling in portraits

[@Chystyle]

Hey, I think I saw a Anova Pro 2 in the background.

[@MiguelQuilesJr]

Good eye!

[@Chystyle]

@@MiguelQuilesJr I should, I'm looking to add 2 to my stable b4 SF21

[@goephilms6130]

Wait few seconds? Well i take 10 min to set up my film camera ahahha i have time

[@ronaldpollard8990]

Thank you for this very informative video. I have experienced that the quality of assurance and build quality make Profoto worth the investment!!

[@beatmixer0097]

Love / hate with the D2 lights [you say; they do but boy do they really hurt your wallet 😩] B10’s are seemingly the answer (with trade offs like every option has) and not too terrible on the wallet. Still hurts but what you get is fantastic and would take over a speed light

[@ohhgodspeed]

Good video, but I would've appreciated just a real image to image comparison...

[@level80888]

the question in the end of vid is not relevant: we want 1000w profoto level strobe for $100 or so

[@mhadtitan7496]

First 😁😁😁😁

[@MiguelQuilesJr]

Congratulations! Haha

[@xodius80]

that golden shower, trump aproves this, nice video man, thank you =)