Is my camera good enough for studio?

Photography is often seen as an expensive field to get into, and in many cases it’s true. If you start with a basic camera and start using it, you’ll likely feel some degree of GAS (Gear Acquisition Syndrome). And if you’re exclusively working outside or with continuous or available light, you’ll probably see the benefits of the fancy equipment.

However, even the starter gear will have a settings range where it performs well. In that range you might even have a hard time identifying whether a photo was made with a $4000 professional workhorse or a $300 starter kit. The rule of thumb for this sweet spot is low ISO, middle aperture, and middle of zoom range if your lens zooms.

As it so happens, all of these settings are where you will end up set when using studio strobes! Whether you have the expensive camera or the most basic, you’ll have an easy time making exceptional photos in the studio. Your camera will need a hot shoe (flash mount) or some form of flash or connector, but that’s about the only requirement! If you’d like to dip your toes in and try your camera at the studio without the expense and pressure of a photoshoot, book an Intro to Studio Photography class from our classes page.