PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHY BATTLE: Flash vs LED lighting. Which is better?

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@GainesvilleKen 2 года назад

Thank you, Manny, for bringing a clear, incisive thought process to the question of continuous vs strobe! Like many other photographers who learned with strobe but yearn to create classic style portraits, I haven't been able to work through the pros/cons, strengths/challenges of the new generation of LEDs. But this video has brought everything together for me! What a breath of fresh air amid all the smog of youtube vids!

@aaronbushue4958 2 года назад

As a self taught beginner, I just find LED easier to see a glimpse of the final result before taking the shot, which is helpful during the learning process. Thanks for the video. Very informative.

@afterdarc 2 года назад

Because of you, I have a full set of both lol. Now I just need a studio. 😒

@stephengatley8144 2 года назад

Planet Earth is a pretty great studio...

@Nostaljikone 2 года назад

Ahh, details. It's fine.

@Blackriver69 2 года назад

As a long time portrait photographer that always works part time at a camera store I have to do this talk with people all the time... and their hard earned money is in the balance. I didn't see a single flaw in your breakdown. I personally use both fairly equally depending on the situation and largely the same ways you explained. I don't know if you mentioned it... maybe I missed it but flash does tend to let you stay at base ISO more often which can be a benefit to outweigh the convenience of LED. Great breakdown.

@kirkdarling4120 2 года назад

For a lot of photographers, "portraits" include couples, families, fidgety children, and even more fidgety dogs. And the intended products include 30x40 wall portraits. The need is for broad light, small apertures, motion stopping, and high image quality without blinding the subjects, all simultaneously. LED isn't there yet.

@DaBlueMonster 2 года назад

Been watching you for years Manny.. If I may be so bold, you’ve mastered the art of RU-vid production. It’s no small feat to be able to speak to a camera and accomplish your body of work that is without a doubt, professional and constantly interesting. You’ve overcome all those inner demons that live inside 99.9% of humans, and you’ve persevered. Passion, personality, curiosity and intellect have paved your way. Can’t wait to see what vibrant NYC brings to your lens in 2022. 💯🏆🥂👍🏻

@NileSWPhotography 2 года назад

Bro your videos have come such a long way since 2016 man. So happy to say I'm inspired by your stuff. You've given me the confidence to try recording these kinds of videos! Keep going dude!

@alexis9200 2 года назад

As a model, I prefer flash with model light on. The LED, if you want to freeze everything, need to be very strong and it hurt my eyes/it's sometimes too hot especially in a hot studio. But I agree the setup is half the time it takes with flash. So if your shoot is usually 1h, LED is better. If your shoot in more than 1h, use flash.

@ZarliWin 2 года назад

Yep. first couple times i used really bright LEDs, i had to warn the models, not to look directly at the light.

@dominicpascal5512 Год назад

There are LEDs that have flash function like Rotolight. It combines best of both worlds. You can use low power mode for setup of the light situation and flash burst for powerful output. LEDs fire so quick, the flash is almost not noticeable. Great for not blinding, being unobtrusive at events, and not scaring animals. Downside: they are very expensive and still not nearly as powerful as regular flash.

@maxwelljacobfreedom Год назад

A "model" 🙄

@bdc123ful 2 года назад

I find myself using a mixture of both at the same time lately, LED to add colored accents and then flash for highlights/shadows etc

@herlingadventures 2 года назад

thats sounds super interesting

@upgradecreate 2 года назад

Another great, informative video. My opinion is that I use flash when I need to use fill light with the sun, or overpower a sunset. I like to use LED when the sun sets, for night shots, or low light situations. In the studio we use both, depending on the style. Especially for the RGB aspect.

@melankaya Год назад

Which RGB LED light do you use? Any recommendations?

@BoostLeekdMedia 2 года назад

Awesome video Manny. If I had a studio, I think I would definitely have LEDs but I totally agree with you that the flash is super versatile, because you can use it in the sunlight and indoors. I love using my LED light bar but only during low light situations. Other than that, lighting is the KEY

@jasoncarmony695 2 года назад

I think both have their place! I too like to use the strobe on location because the LED just cannot give the same power as a strobe currently can. However, for low light scenarios, night shooting, dark studios...I think LED can be easier and more fun.

@Hail_Sagan 2 года назад

This is basically how I feel as well.

@kennethw113 2 года назад

This

@Sr7Sr7Sr7 2 года назад

Would love to see you do a “my on-location current gear setup” video explaining what you use and why (what you came from and why you use these today with all your experience). Separate similar video could be done for main in-studio clutch gear.

@thejeetay 2 года назад

Indoors in controlled ambient lighting, leds are just so cool and produce remarkable result. The way strobes produce well in sun is the same way leds work seamlessly with the ambience in enclosed spaces and night time. I believe photographers should familiarize themselves with the usefulness of both in various situations and know what to apply for every project

@arielhernandez6560 2 года назад

For me, choosing between the two depends mostly on budget. On a low budget, I’d consider getting a flash first because even something as tiny and affordable as a speedlite can give you even more output than a high-end LED. However, on a more flexible budget, I would probably get both for more creative potential, such as “light painting” or projector photography in a studio setting. Both can yield great results though, especially with the stellar low-light performance of today’s cameras.

@saltmeisterstudios 2 года назад

I was using flash only but have recently started incorporating more LED and am digging the combination I'm getting. Still very much experimenting and finding my style but love the videos!

@IntuitiveDesigns 2 года назад

let's be honest, some of us here is because of the thumbnail 😅

@mohamedamiine8907 Год назад

You mean everyone?

@dayeah765caoni3 Год назад

Hello fellow gents

@joshuadelatorre6644 Год назад

Nah just you

@JenR1215 Год назад

She has more value than just you looking at her chest.

@mariiiax Год назад

Nope it's only you

@lIREADYIl 2 года назад

"I hope you have a lovely day" 😂😂😂 I had to watch like 8 ads just to watch it again and again best outro ever 😂 that's why I always watch till the very end

@garyrodrigues7433 2 года назад

Flash I prefer. The advantages of using flash are: 1) I can use a lower ISO. That will help in dynamic range, if needed. 2) With the battery powered strobes, the portability is great and you have power (I.e. Godox AD400 Pro or AD600 Pro for example). With LED, I would need V batteries (as you mentioned) or a Honda generator to power them when outside. 3) Freezing action and stepping down the aperture.

@weableman 2 года назад

I've been using flash from the beginning, but I am looking to add LED to incorporate more creative options easily. There are so many options out there and it can be a bit overwhelming. Your video simplifies it nicely. Thanks Manny!

@melankaya Год назад

Thats where I'm at right now! How did your journey go, Scott, one year since your comment... would love if you could share some feedback.

@RomboutVersluijs 2 года назад

Crazy badass light setups and beautiful models?!?! What does a photographer want more. Stunning quality man!

@jkaye87 2 года назад

You’ve really stepped up your work. I’ve been watching you’re channel a few years and it looks like you’re really doing great things.

@CarlosReguse 2 года назад

Very good video dude..! I am an beginner amateur and I fully agree with your choices and arguments.. It sounds logic and match my experience. Your videos are really good because you go directly to the point without talking too much about useless things… Keep like that

@ChadCelestres Год назад

Dude, your channel has come so far.... Its so cool to see it take off over the last 5 years I've been here.

@sammy_sam_leonardo 2 года назад

I don’t have enough knowledge or experience to agree or disagree, but I trust your explanation because your results are always on point! I will say though that I love a creative shots that can be achieved with LEDs… Just about to buy my first LEDs for my product photography 🙌🏼

@p.VAZ. 2 года назад

Keep continuing to produce!!! Really appreciate what you have to say and put out!!!

@abysscmj1 2 года назад

i agree with everything you have just said, you have made it very clear. me i shoot a lot outdoors (sony/nikon) and love to use my elinchrom 500 flash it hits the sweet spot (not too big, just the right amount of power} LED's low light at the moment good job in explaining the two

@LangstoniusRex 2 года назад

I like the crispness of flash, but constant light helps a lot because Im a hybrid shooter and running 2 set of lighting systems eats studio time.

@godsakes 2 года назад

Remember the godox FV series? The LED video that had a flash (overcharge) feature, it was a bit half baked at the time as the max power output was around speedlite level, but I could certainly imagine a version of that product a 2-3 generations later which could combine the best of continuous & flash albeit being a mains powered light (with maybe a option for V-mount batteries)

@cristirenault 2 года назад

Nice explanations, Manny! Keep up the good work!

@PurposedLensPhotoMedia 2 года назад

I can't say one is BETTER than the other! As you beautifully illustrated, each has their own purpose, conveniences, pros and cons. I will say however (in my opinion) if one is NOT using flash, they should learn it! Flash is another photography tool that adds another creative dimension to your photography! Lastly, I think using both flash and led is a great way to come up with new styles, looks and creative concepts. We have access to SOOOO much nowadays that I almost think that it can kill creativity and we get caught up in what gear is better or worse instead of what's creative. Great video! Keep up the great work! 👍

@Neopulse00 2 года назад

I like the idea of LEDs indoors and (gelled) flash for brighter outdoor conditions. But, I would strongly suggest looking into a ceiling rail system for your LEDs in order to free up floor space. I know of some indoor studios that do this with monolights and you don't have light stands that could get knocked over or cables on the ground which people can trip over including camera men doing BTS. I would consider looking into that to help with opening up more the studio space to have more free movement.

@joshuachubbphotography 2 года назад

As someone who shoots studio and environmental portraits strobes are still the king. I would be interested in seeing a video or just getting your recommendation on good budget friendly led’s to get started!

@sogron007 2 года назад

The one that works for you, the one that helps you get the best image possible for your style of shooting.

@semperfidelis981 2 года назад

Grazie come sempre Manny per i tuoi interessantissimi video. Complimenti e alla prossima.

@MiguelQuilesJr 2 года назад

Flash is king! The reason. Because. 😂📸

@upgradecreate 2 года назад

For daytime sunny shoots or most studio situations, I agree. So basically I 100% agree 50% of the time 🙂

@gonzaloleviatanh 2 года назад

Can you mix them?

@upgradecreate 2 года назад

@@gonzaloleviatanh Technically yes, although in most cases the flash will overpower the LED. Additionally, you will usually drop the ambient light to a point where any light advantage from the LED will be dimmed out.

@wendystumbaugh695 2 года назад

Or, as my mother would say, “Just because.” Lol

@papsny 2 года назад

@@gonzaloleviatanh yup, miguel quiles has a video about it. The led light is used to control the pupils.

@massimilianoantonelli5585 10 месяцев назад

Manny, sei un grande fotografo e mi piace come spieghi le cose. Continua così...

@XtremeLinkProduction Год назад

This is true with LEDs for photography the more affordable lights/budget or majority need to be plugged in..1st time using them the other day at a photo meet and so many ppl tripped over all the wires but it was cool too see how they could enhance your portfolio creatively

@johnleighdesigns 2 года назад

Awesome Manny thanks for coming up with this look at flash vs LED. As a people and product photographer that also shoots video I flit between using LED and flash. With flash even using budget camera, flash and modifiers I can get crisp sharp colourful images at lowest ISO and greaet depth of field up to f16. I enjoy working with LEDs for all the reasons you mention but while its great to see and shape the light real time intuiitively, my budget DSLR introduces a lot of noise from 400 ISO upwards. Not only that but my budget LED lights are not powerful so I end up at 1.8 to 2.8 to try to keep noise levels down but results in soft images and video due to combination of noise, potential motion blur and lenses not at optimum aperture for good depth of field and sharpness. Ideally I could do with spashing out on more expensive camera with better dynamic range lower noise floor and of course more powerful LED lights but thats not going to happen right now so I will make the best of what I have and squeeze out the max quality I can using each approach.

@BloodHoneySin 2 года назад

Thank you so much for this video. I am a natural light photographer and I plan to always be one, however, some ideas I come up with are for studio settings and I am very intimidated by lighting setups, it also doesn't help that I live in a basement apartment, and cannot even use natural light via a window for studio shoots. There are a gross amount of options and no matter how many videos I watch, it is absolutely never clear which one is right for what I want to do. I also simply don't understand, I was never a technical photographer, probably never will be. However this video makes sense to me and makes me want to seriously rethink getting some LED lights when I can. You've put things into perspective for me and given me hope that I can at least in some small capacity, learn to use artificial lights.

@EdwardYusupov 2 года назад

So beautiful model! 😍

@aamassy 2 года назад

Great vid Manny. Your arguments all make sense. As a novice / part time photographer, flash is confusing to understand at times

@stitchthroughlife Год назад

I love a combination of the too for greater effect possibilities

@trancer03 17 дней назад

Manny that was a great video!

@KRE8TVT 2 года назад

wow thanks for showcasing them

@erlvng Год назад

I'm feeling your work. I like that studio!!!!

@errole 2 года назад

Love your work man

@damianbereza6901 2 года назад

Looking forward to seeing your test of rotolight led system;D

@RonaldKaylorPhoto Год назад

I been out of photography for 8 or 9 years and I just started buying equipment and found your video as I am trying to decide. My few concerns, one you mentions is the toll on the model, and the amount a strobe can put out compared to a LED means I may have to use higher ISO but I am not sure how much. But the ease of color changes, etc. makes LED more creative as you can try things much faster. Thank you for the video as it may have helped me decided to go strobe.

@bmkaya 2 года назад

Seeing how you use lighting in photography is so interesting. As someone who has no experience with flashes, speedlites, strobes, etc., what would be a beginner option to buy to start practicing? I own a Sony a6400, but have no idea where to even start looking for entering the world of artificial lighting. Thanks and awesome video as usual!!

@yairweinberg1647 2 года назад

That will heavily depend on what you shoot and where.

@papsny 2 года назад

As a wedding photographer, I use a Core SWX Bolt 300 when doing shots with a videographer. Cuts the shooting time in half as the photographer and videographer can shoot at the same time.

@Poppaneedsanap 2 года назад

loving this channel!

@manuelgaetan Год назад

Yep I agree with Manny Ortiz. I use only flash for outdoor photography and since I do NOT have any dark rooms I also use flash indoors. I only use stay on lights for video taping.

@RobertGossCreator 2 года назад

Great video Manny love the tips

@BearRara 2 года назад

Nice lay out of both !

@anitacorwin4929 2 года назад

Another excellent video.

@Danialdaneshmand 5 месяцев назад

Very nice and intuitive comparison great points.

@ciwanski 2 года назад

Enjoy your videos as always Manny.

@TomidePhotography 2 года назад

This was a really helpful video

@beatae 2 года назад

both have their place. In the studio I am working more and more with LED, because I really like the outcome directly. For working with more that 2 lights, it fasten up the process. Outdoor, always flash. The time will come, when the leds have enough power, to use them in sunlight, maybe.

@MarcusRecasner 2 года назад

I do video and photography and always thinking about lighting first. Because I go back and forth, I find myself leaning more towards Continuous LED lighting. I'm able to look at my image in-camera without needing to do any test shots and it saves me money not having flash and LEDs. If I did need to use flash or a strobe it would depend on the shoot. If I wanted to be shooting during the afternoon and was adamant able having a well balanced image, I would use flash or probably even a reflector. All in all, it's going to depend the content you're creating and what best fits the needs for the project at hand.

@rixfilms7411 2 года назад

🔥🔥 content is always fire

@grasworxTTGameplan 2 года назад

recently shot some portraits with an Aputure C300d Mark II and we had some older strobes in the bag [2x 300w and a 150w with softboxes] But because of the space we had to shoot, the LED made more sense. But i get what you're saying about LED and light spill...that makes a whole lotta sense. And yeah...v-mount batteries are nutttttz

@ItzSlushie Год назад

Beginner photographer videographer here, even thought i dont own all the equipment you own, the lessions stay the same. Keep up the work Manny

@Rachaelann59 2 года назад

I love the GMV LED light!

@victordelacruz8440 Год назад

I think some CoB lights with XLR plugs support D-Tap or V-mount batteries. Cool that you showed that. For me, it's gotta be versatile with options of AC/DC and V-mount battery.

@bigins1985 2 года назад

The best lighting 🤔 Is like choosing the best lens. It all depends on the situation and project. Natural,strobes,led. If it’s best for the image that’s what you use,

@pjg1309 2 года назад

I believe that you explained it perfectly! For me personally I use flash most because that is the style in which I shoot, outside and on the run. Like you said though it is all about using the tools available in the "right" situations. That being said light is king!! Not flash or LED, light is and we have to use it the best way we can and to the best advantage we can!

@diosesplenitud 2 года назад

Just the information I was looking for 🙏👍👍👍

@melankaya Год назад

Loving the edit on this video, bts, you, all of it. So crisp, clean, almost AI like! Do you have a tutorial? Also any recommendations on a RGB LED? I already have a Aputure 300x. Was thinking of the godox sz150r

@MrJupton1 Год назад

Manny, good questions! and thats what i think it boils dwn to. What lighting set up fits the best for that particular job and look you want to portray. Each one has its own advantages and disadvantages/ Choose the right "tool" for the job!

@Robin_Polarstern 2 года назад

Thank you manny ! I Love led light

@mikeymileos Год назад

Thanks for the video! It's some good info! I noticed in your photoshoot with the LED, you managed to keep the ISO low, but you had to bring the aperture way down which is fine for the back lit spot light that wouldn't be affected too much by a bokeh but it also can create depth of field issues if your model isn't standing straight up. Is that a sacrifice you have to make with LEDs over brighter flashes? Thanks

@josephchan4198 Месяц назад

Something to consider if new to lighting or what a different look. Thanks.

@Jeff_H_the_Guitarist 2 года назад

Another great video! I hate cables running all over the floor. And Murphy's Law says that the perfect light position is always 1 foot more than the length of the light's power cord.

@ChristianCampo 2 года назад

thanks very good and helpful insight......I am unnsure which to use and so I only use available light, but I case simply because I am not good at using flash or LED.....but good points in your video.

@CappuccinoLife 2 года назад

Good point, thank you Manny 😁

@sethie_shots Год назад

Love this video. Hope _you_ have a lovely day too Manny 😂

@shawnbassplayer 2 года назад

I'd love to see a video with you using various cheap led lights. You know.... for the guys who don't have the fancy ones yet. :)

@ZarliWin 2 года назад

i've been experimenting with using mixed lights. a Single flash on a 5' reflector as the key, then multiple RGB LEDs as colored rim/background/hair lights.

@michaela8802 5 месяцев назад

I almost always shoot flash since most of my work is on location. However, I do love to play with LEDs whenever possible because, 1.) I love to experiment with punchy color combinations for more artsy looks, and 2.) that constant light that blinds our models also happens to contract the pupils which exposes all those beautiful colors of the iris…something you don’t typically achieve when using flash.

@BerlsMcSquirrels 2 года назад

Hard to take a bad picture with these 🔥models!!!

@donjreyoung 2 года назад

Thank you Aputure for making a v-mount accessory for their lights! Not as many wires on the floor now

@ImagesByLyricsPhotography 2 года назад

I feel the same way homie Great work 👏 👍🏿

@lensbrew 2 года назад

Outro King at it again! 😂

@wittaq9352 2 года назад

Question: If your budget fits for one or the other at the moment, which one would be wiser to have? I'm guessing the flash strobes over the LED but I rather get an expert opinion.

@TimChuon 2 года назад

I think they're both very conditional; I used to prefer LEDs because-as you said- you can see your shot prior to hitting the shutter so there's less time fiddling around with settings, but tbh manny...i never liked flash till I saw YOU using them hahah! Then i got the FJ400....and then your beauty dish as well so there's that (which btw is insanely insanely good-using it for a big shoot this weekend!) as a side note and currently in my photography journey, i would say flash has a slight advantage/perks to LEDs. Flash allows you to get a clean shot freezing time, more portable to carry outside, and can shut down outside lighting. Those are already 3 advantages that constant light doesn't have~

@TheStudio_70 2 года назад

Should add a poll. Be interested to see the results. Great video!!👍

@awardssteaming4304 2 года назад

Amazing 👏🏾

@josephguo6256 2 года назад

I did use LED lighting all the time for indoor shooting and happy with the results.

@trerob6247 Год назад

You are awesome!

@alverbenko9521 2 года назад

I use both for different purposes like you explained. However, flash wins out for the power and versatility. I think one of the things you didn't mention about LED is needing to increase your ISO or slow down your shutter on the camera to compensate for the lower lumens you get with LED. I try to shoot with my a7Riv at the lowest ISO I can, and at a higher SS to get a sharp image. I also stop down to f5.6 at least, because I want more of my model in focus. With these settings, my LEDs simply aren't powerful enough to give me the light I need for proper exposure. Maybe that's because I haven't spent enough money on the higher powered LEDs yet? lol Great content Manny!

@melankaya Год назад

I crank up my aputure 300x and count my blessings for (the new and improved) denoise in LrC

@jellevanthuyne1984 2 года назад

I have both but man I’d love those led-lights. There will be a day that led-lights overpower the sun, are portable, and fully rgb controllable. That day, I’ll never look back

@cadmus777 2 года назад

I shoot with the 'lowly' AD200Pro, with no modelling lamp (using the bulb), so I've started using a single small LED panel at a low setting with it to allow my eye focus to do it's thing. I guess you could say I use both...

@weswtf 2 года назад

I 100% agree with everything you said flash out doors or Indoor with ambient light led in dark or for video

@Jorda5s 2 года назад

Flash is the key when it comes to being versatile outdoors and balancing ambient light with the subject. Led is needed in studio to see the subject but i use both in studio to light every person evenly.

@matthewappleby8272 Год назад

I find LED is better for studio like you said, but mostly because it allows you to be more creative in a quicker way with interesting shots that you can get. If you combo light painting and smoke with this it can lead to some banger shots that you just can't get with flash because of all the time it takes to change gels and mess with your lighting setup. If you put LED's on a forward/reversing loop, you can also end up with some amazing lighting patterns that you may never have discovered with only using flash. On the opposite side, I love that flash can freeze moments in low light situations like events or dance photography along with many of the positives you mentioned. Conclusion: they each have their place and I don't think anyone should shy away from either, providing you have the budget and space to have both.