The ULTIMATE one Light setup on a BUDGET (Anyone can do this)

My Lightroom presets that I color my images with:

Gear used in video:

Sony camera I used:

My recommended budget lens for portraits with Sony APSC camera:

Flash I used:

Wireless Flash trigger:

Umbrella:

Flash holder/adaptor:

Budget light stand:

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[MannyOrtiz]

I hope everyone is having a productive Monday so far. Also Thanks for 500k! Hope you love these tutorials and if you have any request, lmk 🙏

[mikeuptonphoto]

I remember the first time I shot with flash, it was like the planets aligned. I had no idea what I was doing but I was like, "woah, this is a game changer". It seriously doesn't need to be some $1, 000 studio strobe to get pro results.

[theaaronbrothers]

This was honestly so helpful, it such a time efficient manner. I used to always use natural lighting and was hesitant, still kinda am, to learn something outside my comfort zone. Videos like this are exactly why I follow Manny. Will be buying this gear soon to use for myself in the future. THANK YOU

[xthindiesel]

Thank you for FINALLY thinking about us everyday normal portrait photographers who can’t have a $20, 000 setup.

[sophiah]

Quick and to the point man. That was exceptional information without the need for 15-20 minutes of filler. Keep up the great work.

[nailntoothfairy]

Bless you and you’re family as well as your craft... been following your channel, for a while now

[rickyhurtado]

The internet is reading my mind! I told my wife just this morning that since I've saved up some monies, I wanted to invest into some lighting gear but purposely wanted to stay within a budget... then this vid is the first thing I see when I open my YouTube. Thanks, Manny!

[MrJueKa]

great tips, thanks for sharing 👍
keep things simple as long as you can, that`s what I like most - a speedlite, a translucent umbrella, if possible set the light angle of the speedlite to wide angle to avoid a hotspot in the middle and cover the back of this set-up with a light-proof black cloth to simulate a softbox and to suppress light scattering as good as possible, this might help sometimes to be more effective even when using a cheap umbrella - be creative so use different flash and model positions and distances from the background, change the background color, so use a light grey background and a hidden second speedlite with different color gels only for the background, so you can get any color you like, otherwise it will be boring in the long run - there`s basically no right or wrong, there`s only the photographer's own preferences - the equipment doesn`t always have to be new, that saves money not only if you`re on a budget and you can't see it in the photos 😉

[mcwaffles]

Feels good when you're doing all of these tips already thank you Manny for giving us bits and pieces over the years ❤️

[DeniAngelica]

THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!!! What a easy and affordable set up you've introduced to us. Super grateful for this knowledge.

[manny]

I love the Lume panels. I use them constantly with car photo shoots. Lay it in the front seat to get some light and added depth easy.

[thefitnessgladiator]

I like how you explain in full detail your photography process, gear, and how you’re using it.

[davebond]

Manny, this is just what I needed. I have an A6400 and this type of budget flash setup is exactly what I would want. Much appreciated!

[jlk]

Really enjoy your videos. As someone who got into photography at a later age, I have learned a great deal from your videos. I appreciate very much your honest gear reviews and the enlightening tutorials you produce. Thanks so much.

[EmmanuelOkorie]

This is what I have been waiting for! Some content for aps-c users and perfect timing as well. Been looking at improving my flash photography for portraits and this will greatly help. Keep it up man and I am looking forward to more content for aps-c users!

[omarkaviles]

Thank you Manny for a great video on lighting! Excellent work!

[Skux]

Thanks for featuring an ACTUAL budget set up! I have a second-hand Yongnuo manual flash, wireless trigger and cheap umbrella. Easily less than $60 and it makes my photos look like they used hundreds of dollars worth of gear.

[derric]

Manny, Thank you for creating this video with clear and concise information!
This was an extremely helpful video and should prove to be useful for many more in the future.

[daedalusrho]

Thanks for this. I've been experimenting with a cheap flashgun for a while and have been pleased with the results. I'm interested I'm trying a two light setup with a couple of different colours so this looks like a cheap and effective way to try that out.

[arkadium]

Tutorials are fantastic. Easy to digest and straight to the point. Enjoy your Thanksgiving!