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Cheap Light Bulbs for Photography and Video

MarkusPix

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Video lighting does not have to be expensive. You don't need expensive Aputure or Godox lights or even big LED panels ... just some light bulbs and a bedsheet or some clamp lights or even a softbox. Here I compare 4 different light bulbs to an Aputure 120Dii. You might be amazed what great lighting you can get with something that costs just a few dollars.
Aputure 120dii https://www.amazon.com/Aputure-Contin...
Westcott 23 w LED corn bulb https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/produc...
Westcott Spiderlite 6 bulb softbox base https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/produc...
Uyide 30w spiral LED https://www.amazon.com/Equivalent-Day...
Huierlai 20w LED corn bulb https://us.amazon.com/AC110-130V-Dayl...
Philips 16w (100w) dimmable no flicker no hum A19 LED light bulb 2 pack https://www.homedepot.com/p/Philips-1...
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20 Comments

@kodave1188 5 years ago

Did anyone notice. That this channel. No ads at all. What a generous man. Thumbs up for you Mark. This is an expensive lesson/tutorial. Thanks

@InfoGuerra 5 years ago

Loved the interaction between you guys. It was funny.
I used clamps with lightbulbs up to my firts 150k subscribers. Now I use pro lights. Not much difference.

@TedAldwin 5 years ago

This type of contents always fascinates me. Using inexpensive items to achieve great results are amazing! I’m using a cheap lighting set up as well.

@hiddenbearr 5 years ago

The man that shows that you don't need a small fortune to get greate effects, you just simply need to be more creative and that's save a lot of money for a begginer, like me. Keep that type of stuff Mr.Markus.

@leonarddavis8449 5 years ago

Your videos are so helpful for people starting out on photography and
film making, especially when they see someone as talented as you
using inexpensive gear to be creative. Well done.

@alphaskwurl 5 years ago

You guys are too comical :) Gotta be honest, I curled up in a ball and shed a single tear as soon as I heard the word "Sun". It hurt a little. Sorta like that poor sensor

@johnakridge2916 5 years ago

You are a very legit person to watch for camera work. I haven't seen many others.

@InakaAdventure 5 years ago

"Thats the same thing" "No, its not"

@IAMHOPFROG 5 years ago

This guy is awesome. A lot people who primarily do talking head type of videos try to sell you a "budget" kit through a link. Markus is a working professional. He knows what works and doesn't have to sell us anything.

@tharzz3 5 years ago

Ok, sooo funny with the rambunctious model! Love that you kept this informative video funny! Laughed out loud twice! I also agree Phillips light killed it! Who would have known!? Thanks again!❤️👍

@ohme357 5 years ago

Thanks Markus!!!!!!!!!! I'm getting back into videography and photography. I'm literally starting all over from scratch. I bought the Lumix S1 with the firmware 2.0 upgrade to somewhat future proof my camera. That being said, I'm taking your advice and learn how to be a better shooter and just shoot in 1920X1080. I'm not making a motion picture, shooting for web content is my general goal for outputting to the masses. Spending tons of money is not the answer and thank you for teaching me that in terms of this discipline.

I watch your other videos outside of the photography world as well. You're a very cool guy. Anyone who is your friend is blessed to have you in their life You're a very special person. Looking forward to your White Balance video. I want to do right!!!!!

@planning_with_patches5860 5 years ago

I'm glad your doing a white balance video soon. Love your channel!

@alphaskwurl 5 years ago

Nutty how much better the Phillips looks honestly

@anyuisbjoern 5 years ago

Huge Big Thanks 🙏🏻 Marcus!!!!!!

@SuzanHale-nd5zc 1 year ago

The light clamp with Phillips bulb is exactly what I need to light up a selfie corner at a 55th High School reunion!! Thank you!!

@Gregorius_Greg 5 years ago

Thanks you two!! So refreshing to get good info from decent people! Thanks again please keep sharing

@atrbear 5 years ago

Thank you Markus for being so real and practical despite your obvious resources that you worked so hard to achieve.

@MarshallCant 5 years ago

Markus: Saturday mornings wouldn't be complete without watching your videos. Really enjoy them. Have a great week.

@realnikonlover6207 5 years ago

Homerun! Great video. The learning curve is easy and the Cara eye candy and interaction with her favorite super hero is superb. Good show ol' boy and girl!