Light Tent - Sizing

[2ndname]

Hello all!

Quick question. I am in the market to purchase a new light box for still shooting my figures and need some input regarding the proper size. I'm thinking of getting a 16x16x16 light box/tent but unsure if this is a bit small for 1:6 figures. Anyone care to comment on what they are current running with?

Thanks.

 

[RoboDad]

I think you would find a 16" cube to be barely adequate for most figures, but then some would probably exceed its size limitations in certain angles or poses (or with certain accessories).

I would recommend at least a 24", but even better would be a 30". That would give you much more flexibility if you wanted to group figures together for a shot, or if you decided to shoot something larger, such as a diorama (home made or otherwise).

 

[2ndname]

That makes sense. I totally overlooked the fact that I would probably want to do some group shots. Thank you for reminding me. I'll shoot for the 30" just to be sure. Thanks once more!

 

[The Mike]

Funny, I was looking at some pictures of Rosie Jones and have a light tent.

 

[Devil_666]

What were you saying about lollipops Mike?

 

[Reinhardt]

Yes, at least 24". you can also make one out of pvc tubing. It's really cheap to make and works great.

 

[RoboDad]

Yes, at least 24". you can also make one out of pvc tubing. It's really cheap to make and works great.

I probably should have mentioned this as well. There are a number of places on the internet where you can get good plans and instructions for making your own light box at any size you want.

 

[2ndname]

I actually have a ghetto rigged card board box version that is pretty small (12x12x12) but I do not like the fact that I can't just fold it up and tuck it somewhere. These ones I am seeing on B&H and Amazon can be folded up quickly.

In regards to Mike and his tent, lol =P