Lightbox photography: Does anyone still take pictures in a lightbox? I have a Nikon D5600 with a AF-S Nikkor 18-140 mm 1:3.5-5.6 GED and AF Nikkor 70-300 mm 1:4-5.6 G. In my 25 years...

RustyNM Loc: Deming, NM

Does anyone still take pictures in a lightbox?

I have a Nikon D5600 with a AF-S Nikkor 18-140 mm 1:3.5-5.6 GED and AF Nikkor 70-300 mm 1:4-5.6 G.

In my 25 years living in Santa Fe I accumulated lots of indian jewelry (mostly bolo ties). I would like some quality pictures so go with the appraisal in my deposit box.

cahale Loc: San Angelo, TX

RustyNM wrote:

Does anyone still take pictures in a lightbox?

I have a Nikon D5600 with a AF-S Nikkor 18-140 mm 1:3.5-5.6 GED and AF Nikkor 70-300 mm 1:4-5.6 G.

In my 25 years living in Santa Fe I accumulated lots of indian jewelry (mostly bolo ties). I would like some quality pictures so go with the appraisal in my deposit box.

I do, occasionally, but I can get about the same effect by taking the subject outside in a shade with a neutral background. And I don't have to dig out the light box. Good luck.

rmalarz Loc: Tempe, Arizona

Yes. However, like a lot of photographic equipment, it has a specialized use. So, it's not an everyday item.
--Bob

RustyNM wrote:

Does anyone still take pictures in a lightbox?

I have a Nikon D5600 with a AF-S Nikkor 18-140 mm 1:3.5-5.6 GED and AF Nikkor 70-300 mm 1:4-5.6 G.

In my 25 years living in Santa Fe I accumulated lots of indian jewelry (mostly bolo ties). I would like some quality pictures so go with the appraisal in my deposit box.

ejones0310 Loc: Tulsa, OK

I’m a member on Badger & Blade, which primarily features shaving. A lot of folks on their use light boxes to show off their setup.

Manglesphoto Loc: 70 miles south of St.Louis

RustyNM wrote:

Does anyone still take pictures in a lightbox?

I have a Nikon D5600 with a AF-S Nikkor 18-140 mm 1:3.5-5.6 GED and AF Nikkor 70-300 mm 1:4-5.6 G.

In my 25 years living in Santa Fe I accumulated lots of indian jewelry (mostly bolo ties). I would like some quality pictures so go with the appraisal in my deposit box.

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/search?Ntt=light%20tents&N=0&InitialSearch=yes&sts=ma
https://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-699428-1.html this is similar to what is available at B&H

Real Nikon Lover Loc: Simi Valley, CA

RustyNM wrote:

Does anyone still take pictures in a lightbox?

I have a Nikon D5600 with a AF-S Nikkor 18-140 mm 1:3.5-5.6 GED and AF Nikkor 70-300 mm 1:4-5.6 G.

In my 25 years living in Santa Fe I accumulated lots of indian jewelry (mostly bolo ties). I would like some quality pictures so go with the appraisal in my deposit box.

Still use a lightbox occasionally for shooting my wife's Swarovski crystal pieces or my diecast cars.

jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY

I use one of those while fold-up cloth boxes for small items. It takes up almost no room, and it sets up quickly. I don't have lights for it, though.

https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p2380057.m570.l1313&_nkw=photo+light+box&_sacat=0

RWR Loc: La Mesa, CA

RustyNM wrote:

Does anyone still take pictures in a lightbox?

I have a Nikon D5600 with a AF-S Nikkor 18-140 mm 1:3.5-5.6 GED and AF Nikkor 70-300 mm 1:4-5.6 G.

In my 25 years living in Santa Fe I accumulated lots of indian jewelry (mostly bolo ties). I would like some quality pictures so go with the appraisal in my deposit box.

Positioned properly, a lightbox can provide attractive illumination, but I think that a light tent would be better suited for your purpose.

Nicholas J DeSciose

There are over a dozen new ones available. Very high-quality, very versatile.

DICK32

I used to use a light box for product photos. Now I use a Ring light and put products on a white back round--poster board. I may have to put a another white board up to block out extraneous light.

Wallen Loc: Middle Earth

RustyNM wrote:

Does anyone still take pictures in a lightbox?

I have a Nikon D5600 with a AF-S Nikkor 18-140 mm 1:3.5-5.6 GED and AF Nikkor 70-300 mm 1:4-5.6 G.

In my 25 years living in Santa Fe I accumulated lots of indian jewelry (mostly bolo ties). I would like some quality pictures so go with the appraisal in my deposit box.

Yes. But they are not a cure all system. Here is one that might be though.

https://petapixel.com/2021/03/25/photographer-invents-clever-reflection-blocking-box-for-shiny-products/

DICK32

Wallen wrote:

Yes. But they are not a cure all system. Here is one that might be though.

https://petapixel.com/2021/03/25/photographer-invents-clever-reflection-blocking-box-for-shiny-products/

This is a cool system. But it can distort what you're trying to shoot.

Wallen Loc: Middle Earth

DICK32 wrote:

This is a cool system. But it can distort what you're trying to shoot.

No idea if it that would happen. I just found and read the article.
From what i know, it is not for sale at the moment.

Paul Diamond Loc: Atlanta, GA, USA

Yes, I photograph watches, jewelry, gemstones, etc. with a light box, actually several different sized ones, depending upon the item being photographed. Most people doing this kind of work want repeatability. The light box and 5000 degree K lights help me achieve this.

Many different sizes are available on ebay. Avoid any that include 'strip LED' lights or opaque/solid sides for the light box.

For just a few 'insurance' pictures, you might get by with an inexpensive light box and bounce flash.