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Key Features
- 250W Max. Each Light: Total 500W
The KT500U 2-Light 500 Watt Thrifty Basic Umbrella Kit (120V) is built around 2 standard Adapta-Lights which feature medium screw base phenolic sockets, 10' 2-wire cords and 5/8" stand mount. The reflectors are hand-spun and chemically etched to maximize light output. The exteriors have a photographic black, baked-on enamel finish. Two 32" white umbrellas are included for softer lighting effects.
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Can this kit be used with fluorescent lights?
I am not really sure whether they can or not. Even though I have used this equipment in my studio which is lit by fluorescent lights at night, I think I have only used the lamps you provided with the equipment, with the fluorescents off.The problem with fluorescence is that if the person is photographing paintings or drawings or photographs the whites can appear red or blue depending on the exposure/background/etc. So, I would use the photo bulbs and try them with both the lights on and off and see whether the whites are truly white or some other color.Usually, you cannot photograph well under fluorescent light.
Date published: 2018-08-27
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What is the color temperature of these lights?
I think the bulbs that come with the kit are pretty warm - 3500K or so. But you can use other bulbs too - daylight (5000K) incandescent or even CF for lower light use.
Date published: 2018-08-27