Tabletop Studio recommendation

[etrigan63]

Don't know if this is the right section, but I'm looking for a good tabletop studio solution for photographing small to medium sized objects. I picked up one of those portable Lightbox things from Calumet, but it came with no instructions and I have no idea how to unfold it so seams don't show.

So I've given up on that and am looking for a tabletop kit (with lights). I will be shooting with my M8. Can you kind folks point me in the right direction?

 

[etrigan63]

Anyone?
Beuler?

 

[pesphoto]

Maybe tell us what you are trying to shoot and we can help you out with specifics.

 

[Gordon Coale]

Check out How To: DIY $10 Macro Photo Studio at the Strobist.

All lighting tricks will be revealed.

 

[pesphoto]

Beuler? You there?

 

[etrigan63]

Sorry just got back from a 12 Girl Band concert. I am looking to shoot computer components and peripherals (plus any photo parephenalia I want to put on sale here. I got one of those Calumet light tents that folds flat, but the stinkin' POS came without instructions. I can't find the receipt either so I'm giving it up as a wash.

What I need is a complete kit with lights and the tent that fits on a tabletop and doesn't cost a mint.

 

[etrigan63]

OK, I feel stupid. I called Calumet and they explained to me how to unfold the silly thing. However I am still in need of some good tabletop lights. I would prefer halogen based (MR-16 or GB-10 based: I can replace those ligths with cool temp LED bulbs) with built-in tabletop stands; however, flourescent units will do in a pinch.