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How to Use Compact Fluorescent Bulbs in Tabletop Photography

One of the most important elements in photography is light. Digital Single Lens Reflex (DSLR) cameras offer a significant advantage over film single lens reflex cameras with the ability to program the camera to match the type of light you are shooting under. All light has different temperatures, and if the camera is not set correctly you will have created additional editing work for yourself. Using compact fluorescent bulbs for any tabletop photography is good for the environment and provides a good light source for photographers.

Things You'll Need

Two direction floor lamps
Two compact fluorescent bulbs
Tripods

Instructions

- 1
  Place the item you are photographing on the table you are using as a subject stand.
- 2
  Position two directional floor lamps each at a 45-degree angle on opposite sides of the subject. Angle the lamp heads towards the subject.
- 3
  Install a compact fluorescent bulb into the floor lamps. Turn your digital single lens reflex camera on, and press the "W/B" button your DSLR. Change the setting to the fluorescent setting that is usually represented by an icon that looks like a small fluorescent tube.
- 4
  Attach the camera to a tripod, and you are ready to start shooting your tabletop subjects with the compact fluorescent bulbs for your light source.

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