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Lighting - Budget

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Try and stick to >90+ CRI 5000-5500k (>90+ CRI) bulbs as these are more beginner-friendly; 6000-6500k bulbs often require heavier correction or a custom WB setting. For >80 CRI bulbs, a custom WB can help offset the poor light quality.

IF YOU HAVE OVEREXPOSURE ISSUES, set the exposure comp to -0.5-1.0 as needed. If this does not help, correct it in post.

CFL (AVOID): Avoid using CFLs, even on clearance. They are not as bright as LEDs, take time to warm up and contain mercury (disposal is hard). They also tend to fail young due to cheap ballasts and components that do not get along with heat.

BR30/40: These produce a focused beam of light which can result in better photos compared to omnidirectional bulbs. These bulbs must be used in a specific direction by design.

A19: While these work the light can be somewhat unbalanced or scattered without redirection. You must use a minimum of 100W for good photo lighting.

Multi-panel workshop lighting: These produce significantly more light than floodlights, but can only be used where weight is not an issue and well spaced to avoid overexposure.

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