In my workshops this year several people have brought up the questions of were to get affordable gear. Lights especially are generally a big ticket item. But it turns out there are alternatives for the budget conscious. While cheap can be expensive in the long run, getting started is more important than not starting at all. Here’s an ever changing list of where and what to get to get you started.
Lighting:
A strobe kit for $199?! Check out the Impact Kit at B&H Photo. I can’t speak to the quality of this system, but I’m sure it’s a good place to start.
Impact Two Monolight Kit without Bag (120VAC) EX100A-2KII B&H
Radio Slaves:
Pocket Wizards are the standard wireless triggers for most professional photographers. Unfortunately these will set you back $169… and you need two to tango. But last not Raoul brought up an exceptionally low cost alternative. For $24.45 you can get both the receiver and transmitter.
CowboyStudio NPT-04 4 Channel Wireless Hot Shoe Flash Trigger