The lighting used in this kit is classic studio continuous lighting - single-bulb softbox lamps on lighting stands. The softboxes are equipped with PureLight™ photographic bulbs with standardized parameters (color temperature of 5500K and color rendering index CRI >90). Softboxes are a basic element of a photographic studio, used to change the properties of light: size of the glowing surface, intensity, and direction of light. These types of lamps are gaining popularity in video productions. They also serve as an excellent alternative to Kinoflo lights.

Softboxes soften tonal transitions between light and shadow. Light is evenly distributed inside the softbox and maintains equal power across the entire diffuser surface. The outside of the softbox is matte black, preventing it from reflecting other lamps' light. Folding and unfolding are exceptionally simple, and when folded, the softbox takes up little space. The high-quality materials used to make the softbox guarantee trouble-free operation for years. It has been designed and manufactured in a way that ensures safe use with fluorescent bulbs.

In BaseXStudio™ kits, at least two lamps are used due to mutual shadow compensation - one lamp serves as the main light source, while the other acts as supplementary lighting. The power of the bulbs used is specified in the technical specifications (below).

The BaseXStudio™ kit includes classic studio continuous lighting, i.e., single-bulb softbox lamps on lighting stands. Softboxes are the basic elements of a photographic studio designed to change light properties: size of glowing surface, intensity, and direction of light. Lamps of this type are gaining popularity in video productions. They also serve as an excellent alternative to Kinoflo lights. The BaseXStudio™ kit uses two lamps due to mutual shadow compensation - one lamp serves as the main light source, while the other acts as supplementary lighting. The fixture's dome is finished with silver material. Light is evenly distributed inside the softbox and maintains equal power across the entire diffuser surface. The outside of the softbox is matte black, preventing it from reflecting other lamps' light.

The lamps are equipped with PureLight™ photographic bulbs with an E27 base and standardized parameters (neutral color temperature of 5500K and color rendering index CRI >90). Thanks to the natural color reproduction, the bulb does not introduce any color distortions. The generated light stream, obtained after approximately 90 seconds from turning on, amounts to 3900 lumens and corresponds (approximately) to a 325W halogen bulb.
Folding and unfolding of the softbox is exceptionally simple, and when folded, it takes up little space. The high-quality materials used to make the softbox guarantee trouble-free operation for years.

The maximum height of a single stand is 210cm. The recommended working height is 200 cm. The stand has convenient section clamps and a 16mm studio head with a universal 1/4" thread.
The telescopic mechanism provides a wide range of stand operation (78-210 cm, adjustable to any height) and various applications. The leg spread (from foot to foot) is 75cm.
The stands work well not only with softboxes but also with flashlights and constant lights, halogen lamps.

The background hanging set consists of two CGLS-816B studio stands and a foldable two-part bar attached to them. The frame allows you to hang various photographic backgrounds (cardboard, vinyl, or fabric) up to 5 kg in weight and with a maximum width of 165 cm. Backgrounds can be hung at heights ranging from 83 cm to 205 cm.
The bar is attached to the stands using butterfly nuts, which prevents it from lifting when raising the background upwards. Unrolling the background from the roll is blocked by plugging in two handles (frogs) included with the kit.

This lightweight and economical photographic background made of polypropylene fabric ensures high durability and resistance to studio conditions - spills, creases, tears. The cardboard roll protects against creases during transport or storage. Potential creases can be easily removed by steaming the background or wetting it.

The width and length of the fabric on the roll are sufficient to create an entire background without creases (cyclorama) for photographing a silhouette. The perforated texture of the background minimizes reflections from strong light points.

Note about material texture - people who encounter polypropylene photographic backgrounds for the first time may be concerned that the background's texture will be visible in photos. In real-life conditions, the object remains approximately 50 cm away from the background, which, combined with shallow depth of field, causes the background texture to become blurred.

We sell backgrounds with a tube - this greatly facilitates work, transport, and storage.

Material Texture

Note about material texture - people who encounter polypropylene photographic backgrounds for the first time may be concerned that the background's texture will be visible in photos. In real-life conditions, the object remains approximately 50 cm away from the background, which, combined with shallow depth of field, causes the background texture to become blurred. Using an aperture below 8 ensures that the background structure is invisible.

Choosing Lighting Power

When selecting lighting for a photographic studio, it is essential to ensure the proper amount of light needed for your intended purpose. The Home Photographic Studio kits may contain (depending on the version) from 2 to 16 bulbs.

• Inanimate nature does not require strong light.
  If you are photographing an object that is not a living being, you can freely use single-bulb lamps. In product photography, exposure time is arbitrary and can always be adjusted to ensure proper exposure. A tripod will come in handy.
  
• Beware of people (and animals)
  During the photography of people and animals, exposure time is limited. Especially when photographing children or active pets, a significantly larger amount of light is required. Single-bulb lamps will pass the test at short distances (approx. 0.5 m).
  
• The wider the frame - the more bulbs
  It can be assumed that two single-bulb lamps are sufficient for a portrait. When photographing with a large close-up, the distance between the softbox and the face is small, ensuring proper exposure. Increasing the frame quickly requires increasing the amount of light.
  
• Fashion on live models.
  If you plan to photograph fashion with a model (male or female), choose kits with two or more four-bulb softboxes.
  
  
• If you suspect that the amount of light may be insufficient for your needs, check out other CineGEN brand products:
  • DELUXStudio 8x85W 50x70cm Background Kit - Manufacturer's Code: CGDL-W5782
  • DELUXStudio 8x85W 60x60cm Background Kit - Manufacturer's Code: CGDL-W6682
  • DELUXStudio 8x85W OCTA 80 Background Kit - Manufacturer's Code: CGDL-W0882