Are you trying to find studio lighting kits among various brands on the market but aren’t sure where to begin? To assist you in finding the right one, we’ve put together a list of the 7 best to help you pick the perfect one!
We investigated and evaluated a number of the top-selling studio lighting kits on the market in order to create our list of the best. Making a decision among the many options available is never simple. There are an infinite number of models available, each with a distinct price. And as you’ll find out, the best options aren’t usually the ones you imagine! This comparison is rich and relevant because of the numerous factors that were employed. You will find products featured in this ranking not only based on their pricing but also on their features and other customers reviews. To write this review, we completed 21 hours of research and did 77 studio lighting kits tests. You won’t need to pick products at random any more. If you’re unsure of what to look for, browse our list and consult the buying guide!
An overview of our top picks
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The best studio lighting kits you can buy today
- 【MULTIPLE COLOR TEMPERATURE & ADJUSTABLE BRIGHTNESS】Provide 3 Color temperatures (2800K, 4800K & 6500K)to create various lighting atmosphere; This Upgraded Studio Light which is equipped with 352 Led beads to make the light more ample and avoid unnecessary shadows. Features a high CRI of 97+ for precise color rendering. Adjust the brightness in a range of 10 to 100% with button up and down on remote to meet different photography circumstances, offering extra lighting for your works.
- 【LIGHT PANEL & POWER CABLE】Extended LED light panel with compact design allows you to carry around conveniently with our durable storage bag. Extended light panel provide a larger area of light which will be more softer. Ideal USB port for powering the device with 5V, 2A Dc wall charger or power bank. Comes with USB-C adapter that allows you to power the device with cell phone or laptop. It doesn't require any stand-alone charger or extra batteries which saves time when preparing for shooting.
- 【HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE TRIPOD】The tripod of the video light adopts durable but lightweight aluminum with powder sprayed layer, looks chic and classic. The light stand can be raised up to 61”. Folded size 17", perfect to store and carry. Adjust the height flexibly with 3 screw knobs loosen and tighten. Attach and detach the light panel easily with the 1/4" threads on the top of the tripod. Loosen the screw on side to rotate the light panel angle in range of 180°, tighten it when get suitable angle.
- 【WIDE APPLICATION】Essential equipment for Photo Studio, Video Recording, Photography, Low Angle Close Shooting, Portrait, Live Stream, Vlogging taking, Youtube Podcast Applications. Light weight and durable design allow you to carry around conveniently and move easily.
- 【Package List & Customer Service】There will be 2 LED studio light panels with cable. adjustable tripod stand for each light panel, 1 user manual, 1 storage bag, 2 USB-C adapters. We offer 1 year warranty, if there is any problem, please feel free to let us know.
- 【High Quality Softbox】 Soft box nylon reflector is made of high-quality PET fabric and reflector material, which can maximize the capacity of lighting-softening. Softer and more uniform light, wider lighting range, and remove shadows, offering you the best shooting experience.
- 【Energy Saving Bulb】 Softbox photography lighting kit is equipped with two 40w energy saving light bulbs, which can save energy up to 80% and last approx 6000 hours. With 8000k color temperature, bulbs work at a lower temperature and provide a better photography environment.
- 【Long-lasting Tripod Stand】 Equipped with two tripod stands which are made of premium aluminum-alloy material, easily resist scratches from hard objects, firm enough to support longer service life, provides great safety, reliability and enough stability for your lighting softbox while you are photographing.
- 【Rotatable & Adjustable】 Extendable tripod stand can be flexibly adjusted between 27" and 74.5", with stable 3-legs stage and quick single action lock, it only takes a few seconds to lock and release. In addition, soft box comes with 210° rotatable head which can adjust the angle according your needs.
- 【Wide Appplication】 This studio lighting kit is ideal for daily photography including portrait shooting, live streaming, fashion shooting and advertising shooting. In addition, the 1/4 screw on the top of the tripod can be used with your mobile phone, ring light, gopro camera, etc.
- 【Excellent Soft box with Wide Coverage】Soft box’s inner nylon reflector surface make the light much brighter, while its removable white diffuser made of premium PET fabric can eliminate shadows and make light softer and more uniform, giving you a best shooting experience. Its sturdy locking system make the soft box stable on the tripod during use.
- 【Energy Efficient Bulbs】Torjim soft box photography lighting kit adopts 2 x 85 W energy saving light bulbs (service life of about 6000 hours), saving energy up to 80%. Its 7500K color temperature produces balanced pure white daylight and continuous uniform light, and its low working temperature ensures that it will not get hot, providing an ideal photography environment.
- 【Adjust the Soft box & Tripod Stand As You Like】The soft box has a 210° rotatable head which enables you to adjust its position freely, and the tripod stand’s height can be adjusted from 27” to 74.5” easily, you can choose your desired tripod height. The 1/4 standard screw on the top of the tripod enables you to install other devices to it such as a ring light, projector and etc.
- 【Durable & Portable Lighting Kit for Multiple Applications】The tripod stand is made of premium aluminum alloy material, and its carrying bag included is convenient for carrying it around. Easy setup in minutes. This lighting kit is ideal for portrait shooting, live streaming, video fill light, fashion shooting, advertising shooting and so on.
- 【What You’ll Get】You’ll get 2 x soft boxes (27”x27”), 2 x height adjustable tripod stands (Max. height: 74.5”), 2 x E26 7500K 85W light bulbs, 1 x carrying bag, 1 x instruction manual and our 12-month warranty for this lighting kit, together with our professional and hassle-free after-sale services.
- The Kit Includes: (4) 7ft/200cm Light Stands, (2) Single Head Light Holders, (4) 24W 5700K LED Bulbs (total equivalent to 800W regular incandescent bulbs), (2) 33"/84cm Umbrellas, (2) 24” x 24"/60cm x 60cm Softboxes, (3) 1.8m x 2.8m/6ft x 9ft Polyester Backdrops (Black/White/Green), (6) Backdrop Clamps, (1) 2.6m x 3m/8.5ft x 10ft Background Stand Support System, a Carry Bag for Background Support System, and a Carry Bag for Continuous Lighting Kit
- The 79" (7ft ) / 200cm Light Stands are stable and capable of heavy duty work. Designed with 3-section telescopic legs and single action locks for quick height adjustment. Includes 2 Single Head Light Holders allowing you to attach a light bulb and umbrella to each stand.
- The 33" / 84cm White Translucent Umbrellas can soften and broaden the light output of any studio light or flash source. The kit comes with four 24W 5700K LED Bulbs, each equivalent to a 200W regular incandescent bulb, with a color temperature of 5700K. Ideal for photography lighting
- The 24" x 24" / 60cm x 60cm Softboxes effectively diffuse the light to give you even illumination for the best shots possible. Equipped with a E26 light bulb socket, you can connect a light bulb directly to each softbox, or use them with other lights or flashes.
- (1)1.8 x 2.8M/6 x 9 ft Polyester Backdrop(Black,White and Green)+(6)Backdrop Clamps+(1)2.6M x 3M/8.5ft x 10ft Background Support System:The background kit is ideal for television, video production and digital photography.(1)Continuous lighting kit carry case+(1)Background support system carry bag: Great for transporting light stands, umbrellas, and other accessories.
- 【Illuminate Your Creativity】 Torjim softbox lighting kit is made of high-quality PET fabric and a foldable nylon cover, which has high reflectivity, softer and even light, and a wider range of illumination. The inner baffle of silver particles built into the lampshade makes the light cast evenly, which maximizes the soft light ability and eliminates shadows.
- 【Energy Efficient Bulbs】Softbox photography lighting kit is equipped with 85W energy saving bulb, 3000-7500K daylight CFL lighting bulb, which can save up to 80% energy, the bulb not only can work in low temperature environment, but also the bulb life is beyond your imagination. While saving electricity, it also provides constant and even light, providing a good photographic environment.
- 【Sturdy and Reliable】 This studio softbox is equipped with a tripods with independent locking knobs, made of high quality aluminum alloy, and the sturdy locking system ensures that your items are not affected by any wobble during use. Experiments have proved that the tripod can easily resist scratches from hard objects, providing excellent safety, reliability and sufficient stability for your lighting softbox.
- 【Flexibility at Your Fingertips】This Torjim softbox comes with a 210° rotatable head that can adjust the angle according to your needs. It is suitable for photography art, meeting different needs such as photography lighting, live broadcast, video fill light, etc. It can easily create perfect lighting effects for indoor shooting and make photos more attractive.
- 【Satisfaction Guaranteed】We will Provide 12 Months of Free Warranty, and Lifetime Professional Customer Service. Any questions, Feel Free to Contact our Customer Service Staff.
- 【Photography Accessories】1 x 6.5*9.8ft/2*3m Backdrop Stand, 5 x 6.5ft/2m Light Stand, 2 x Single Light Head, 5 x 65W Light Bulbs, 5 x 33in/84cm Photo Umbrellas (2xWhite, 2xGolden Black, 1xSilver Black), 3 x 23in/60cm Octagonal Softboxes, 3 x 6.3*9.8ft/1.6*3m Backdrops (Black, White, Green), 6 x Clips, 1 x 24in/60cm Reflector(5 in 1), 1 x Cantilever Stand, 1 x Carry Bag
- 【5 x 33in/84cm Umbrellas】The Golden Black Umbrella is for preventing lights from being reflected in your photo. The Silver Black Umbrella minimizes light loss and maximize light spread for contrast and increase highlights. The white umbrella reflects and spreads the light streams.
- 【Professional Backdrops Support System】Professional Lightweight durable support system, built with Aluminum Alloy Construction. Good Flexibility with Width (5 ft.–10 ft.) & Height (2.3 ft.–6.6 ft.)
- 【24in/60cm Octagonal Softbox】The continuous lighting softbox is made of professional particulate silver film reflective fabric with nylon white screen. The softbox lighting angle can be adjusted from 45°to 210°.
- 【Cantilever Stand】24in/60cm 5 in 1 Collapsible Studio Reflector includes 5 different reflectors (silver, gold, white, black, and translucent fabric). The Cantilever Stand will make your backdrop system change in different backgrounds.
- (2) x UMBRELLA-STYLE SOFTBOX REFLECTOR 24 X 24 inch softbox with white square diffuser for eliminating shadow and softening light stream; made of black nylon cloth with highly reflective silver internal face inside to direct the light toward the object; additionally to be a silver photo umbrella for satisfying different effect photography shooting needs; few seconds to put up and fold soft box like umbrella; quick operation suitable for high-frequency moving studio setting
- (2) x PHOTOGRAPHY WHITE PREMIUM PHOTO SOFT UMBRELLA 33 inch premium quality nylon cloth diffuse studio lighting or reflect weak light toward objects; huge light-emitting area diffusing to eliminate shadow and soften lighting; providing a better environment for product photos taking, video making, portrait shooting, and broadcasting
- (4) x PRETTY SMOOTH SHAPE LAMP HOLDER photographic light head has better shape for holding when photographer adjusting lighting angle; made of engineering plastic for its durability; especially E26/E27 socket made of fire-resistant material for safety; general angles adjustable for satisfying photographer needs; convenient springs design for photo umbrella hole using elasticity of springs to hold the photography umbrella stick easier and faster relative to traditional secured knob
- (1) x PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHIC BACKDROP STAND KIT a pair of 6.7 ft background support tripod stands system with 3 sectional crossbars adjustable from 4.4 ft to 6.7 ft wide; portable, lightweight, but sturdy; diameter of largest tube about 1 inch (25.4mm ) think more than other similar crossbars; sturdy tube connector keep central tube more stable than other brand's wobbly stand; suitable for many photography accessories, such as backdrop muslin or backdrop clips holder
- (4) x STANDARD PHOTOGRAPHY LIGHT BULB 23W high efficiency 110V-50Hz daylight CFL studio lighting bulb; service life about 10000 hours; Spiral fluorescent lighting lifting brightness to 1600 lumens; attached to E26/E27 socket of lamp holder; high CRI keeping original color of object in you photo or video
- (1x3) x PROFESSIONAL PREMIUM PHOTOGRAPHY BACKDROP MUSLIN black, white, and green screen perfectly cover your needs; cloth made of complex material specially for photographic use; Backdrop without pocket design better for you to use backdrop 5 ft for width 10 ft for length or 10 ft for width 5 ft for length; good for studio photo taking, live broadcasting, photography video making, and game live playing
- (1) x PREMIUM QUALITY CARRYING BAG FOR PHOTOGRAPHY EQUIPMENT 420D oxford cloth material; durable and heavy duty; waterproof good for outdoor and moving; able to receive this whole studio photography kit
- 【Superior Quality Softbox】 Softbox nylon reflector is made of high-quality PET fabric and reflector material, which can maximize the capacity of lighting-softening. Softer and more uniform light, wider lighting range, and remove shadows, offering you the best shooting experience.
- 【Adjustable According to Aemand】 Extendable tripod stand can be flexibly adjusted between 28" and 78", with stable 3-legs stage and quick single action lock, it only takes a few seconds to lock and release. In addition, soft box comes with 210° rotatable head which can adjust the angle according your needs.
- 【Long Life Bulb】 Softbox photography lighting kit is equipped with two 135w energy saving light bulbs, which can save energy up to 80% and last 10000+ hours. With 5500k color temperature, bulbs work at a lower temperature and provide a better photography environment.
- 【Durable Tripod Stand】 Equipped with two tripod stands which are made of premium aluminum-alloy material, easily resist scratches from hard objects, durable enough to support longer service life, provides great safety, reliability for your lighting softbox while you are photographing.
- 【Wide Appplication】 This studio lighting kit is ideal for daily photography including portrait shooting, live streaming, fashion shooting and advertising shooting. In addition, the 1/4 screw on the top of the tripod can be used with ring light, gopro camera, etc.
- Professional Studio Photography Light & Softbox Kit: Including 3 * LED lights, 3 * softboxes, 3 * light stands, 3 * remote controls, 1 * boom arm and 1 * carry, the photography light kit is perfect for home/studio video recording, live streaming, makeup, portrait and product photography, fashion photo taking, children's photo shooting, etc.
- High-quality LED Light: The LED light with 140pcs high-quality beads supports 85W power output and 80% energy saving compared with other similar light; and 3 lighting modes(cold light, cold + warm light, warm light), 2800K-5700K bi-color temperature and 1%-100% adjustable brightness can meet all your lighting needs of different photography scenarios.
- Large Flexible Softbox: 50 * 70cm/ 20 * 28in large softbox with white diffuser cloth provides you with perfect even lighting; with E27 socket for direct installation of LED light; and the softbox can 210° rotate to let you have optimal light angles, making your photos and videos more professional.
- Adjustable Metal Light Stand: The light stand is made of premium aluminum alloy, and can extend from 68-200cm/26-78in; stable 3-leg design and the solid locking system make it safe and reliable to use.
- Convenient Remote Control: Comes with remote controls, you can turn on/off the light and adjust the brightness & color temperature form a certain distance. No need to move anymore when you want to adjust the light during shooting, saving both time and effort.
- 【Illuminate Your Creativity】 Torjim softbox lighting kit is made of high-quality PET fabric and a foldable nylon cover, which has high reflectivity, softer and even light, and a wider range of illumination. The inner baffle of silver particles built into the lampshade makes the light cast evenly, which maximizes the soft light ability and eliminates shadows.
- 【Energy Efficient Bulbs】 Softbox photography lighting kit is equipped with 85W energy saving bulb, 3000-7500K daylight CFL lighting bulb, which can save up to 80% energy, the bulb not only can work in low temperature environment, but also the bulb life is beyond your imagination. While saving electricity, it also provides constant and even light, providing a good photographic environment.
- 【Sturdy and Reliable】 This studio softbox is equipped with a tripods with independent locking knobs, made of high quality aluminum alloy, and the sturdy locking system ensures that your items are not affected by any wobble during use. Experiments have proved that the tripod can easily resist scratches from hard objects, providing excellent safety, reliability and sufficient stability for your lighting softbox.
- 【Flexibility at Your Fingertips】This Torjim softbox comes with a 210° rotatable head that can adjust the angle according to your needs. It is suitable for photography art, meeting different needs such as photography lighting, live broadcast, video fill light, etc. It can easily create perfect lighting effects for indoor shooting and make photos more attractive.
- 【Satisfaction Guaranteed】We will Provide 12 Months of Free Warranty, and Lifetime Professional Customer Service. Any questions, Feel Free to Contact our Customer Service Staff.
How to choose a good studio lighting kits
Does the idea of finding a fantastic studio lighting kits make you anxious? When it comes to purchasing this product, specifically when deciding which model to select, has your head been spinning between options? You are not alone if that is the case. We are aware of the pressure involved in the purchasing process!
Your presence here indicates that you are interested in studio lighting kits. Before choosing which product would be the best for your needs after being inundated with information, locate a reliable source with genuine selections. You can get that information from a variety of sources, including buying guides and rating websites, word-of-mouth recommendations from friends and family, online discussion forums where users can share their own experiences, product reviews that can be found all over the internet, and YouTube channels. You can only get the right product through exhaustive analysis. But you realize that’s not always simple. In order to ease your concerns, we have taken the time to develop a list of the top studio lighting kits products available right now. You might be wondering how we came up with the list. How was this buying guide developed?
First, we used our algorithms to gather as much reliable data as we could about these products. To verify all the data gathered, we used both artificial intelligence and a lot of algorithms.
Then, our experts used criteria that are recognized in the business to evaluate them according to their quality to price ratio, allowing us to choose the top studio lighting kits on the market right now!
The selection of the goods is not arbitrary. Before creating a list, we take into account a number of factors. Below are some of the criteria discussed:
Brand Value: What happens if you choose a dubious brand just because it appears to be a good deal? So the likelihood of receiving a product with a short shelf life increases. That is due to the fact that well-known brands have a reputation to uphold, while others do not. Top studio lighting kits brands strive to provide some distinctive traits that set them apart from the competition. So, hopefully one or more of the items on our list will be perfect for you.
Features: Useful features are all you need, not tons of them. We consider the important aspects and select the top studio lighting kits based on those.
Specifications: Numbers always help you measure the quality of a product in a quantitative way. We try to find products with higher specifications, but with the right balance.
Quality: A product’s quality may always be quantified with the aid of numbers. We look for goods with better standards that strike the proper balance. The best quality product that gets highly appreciated and recommended by experienced users.
Customer ratings: Would it be accurate to suggest that the studio lighting kits were used by hundreds of customers before you? Superior ratings indicate that many customers had better service.
Customer Reviews: Like ratings, provide you with accurate and reliable information about the product from genuine customers. Customer ratings are very important to all of us because they contain accurate and reliable information about the customer service we received from several hundred customers.
Seller Rank: This is very intriguing! Not only do you need a good studio lighting kits, you also need a product with rising sales that is trendy. It accomplishes two goals. First, the expanding user base proves the quality of the product. Second, given that number, producers must be able to offer greater quality and after-sales support.
Value: You get what you pay for, they say, so consider the value. Cheap isn’t always good and expensive isn’t always bad. However, that does not imply that spending a lot of money on a product that is flashy but underwhelming is a good idea. Before adding them to the list, we make an effort to evaluate how much value you can get for your money from your studio lighting kits.
Durability: Durability and reliability are closely related concepts. You will benefit from a strong and long-lasting studio lighting kits for months and years to come.
Product availability: Products come and go, and new ones replace the old ones. Most likely, a few new features and required changes were made. What use is it to use a supposedly good product if the maker no longer supports it? We make an effort to highlight products that are current and offered by one or more trustworthy sellers, if not more.
Negative Reviews: Yes, we do take that into account as well! The goods with the majority of bad reviews are filtered out and disregarded when we choose the best-rated one on the market.
These are the standards by which we selected our studio lighting kits. Do we end our process there? Hell no. The most crucial fact about us that you should be aware of is that we regularly update our website with current and pertinent information. We have one more layer of filtration since we place the greatest importance on reader satisfaction. Please let us know if any product included here is incorrect, irrelevant, subpar, or simply out of date. We always value your opinions, and we’ll work hard to make any necessary corrections to our list in response to them.
Why should you believe us?
There are now thousands of possibilities for these products on Amazon, but choosing the best one can be difficult and time-consuming. And what studio lighting kits should you purchase in 2022?
This guide is the result of more than 10 years of experience in researching, testing and writing about many topics. Each member of our team is an authority in their area. We read every article we could find online and every consumer review on every retail website for seven hours. Additionally, we discovered a ton of websites that offered helpful resources, including buying tips and thorough information on studio lighting kits.
