8 of the BEST Strobe Lights for Studio Photography

1. Flashpoint 320M 150 Watt AC/DC Monolight Strobe​

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If you are looking for a strobe light that is affordable, durable and does an amazing job this is the light for you. It is compact and powerful and gives you the option to run off battery power or DC cable so you can use it wherever you shoot.




2. Flashpoint XPLOR 600PRO TTL Battery-Powered Monolight​

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This powerful little light is well worth the investment. It offers a number of built-in features that will allow you greater control on output and the quality of light is impressive. It has a fast recycle time which means you are up and ready to shoot in a much shorter time than with most other lights. It is compact enough to take out of the studio as well!.




3. Flashpoint Studio 400 Monolight​

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For those just starting out with strobe lighting, this is a great beginning light. This strobe is small and adds a bit of great warm light to your shoots. It is powered by an AC adapter so you can use it in any studio setting. The recycle time is just around 2 seconds, making it fast and reliable. Though small in size this strobe is durable also making it great for first-time users.




4. Godox DP600III Professional Studio Flash​

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This little strobe is a 600W moonlight that offers great control over color and temperature. You can set the strobe to a percentage or to the power you want the strobe to produce for more accuracy. You will need to purchase a separate transmitter to use the remote operation.




5. Photogenic PL2500DRC PowerLight Digital Remote Flash Unit​

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Those looking for a powerful light that can exceed their expectations will want to invest in the Photogenic PL2500DRC PowerLight Digital Remote Flash Unit. This light has an output range of 32 to 1000 watts. It provides consistent results and will produce even beautiful lighting for any type of studio shoot. This unit comes packed with much more than just the strobe light. You’ll get a reflector, sync cord, color flash tube, infrared remote, and much more!




6. Westcott FJ400 Strobe 400Ws​

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This powerful strobe offers accurate color temperature with a 9-output range, Its recycle speed is under a second and comes equipped with a trigger flash. One of the great features of this strobe is its cooling unit. The self-monitoring fans shut off automatically so you don’t have to have any safety concerns when using this light in the studio. The unit is easy to use so those not familiar with strobes or looking to invest in their first one will find this one user-friendly and easy to navigate.




7. Studio Essentials 200Ws Flash Head Single-Light Kit​

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If you are looking for a more traditional and affordable strobe kit the Studio Essentials 200Ws Flash Head Single-Light Kit might be your answer. This light comes equipped with an umbrella that allows you to manipulate the light output even more. Its built-in receiver also comes with a transmitter so you won’t need to purchase anything additional. This is a great light to learn on or can be a great addition to the lights you already use in your studio.




8. Flashpoint XPLOR 600 HSS TTL R2 Monolight Kit​

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If you are looking for an all-in-one strobe kit this is the one you want to invest in. This wireless unit is compact and powerful. With no wires, you won’t have to worry about placement as you can set this light up without having to be near a power outlet. It rivals other strobes with its advanced features include camera compatibility, extension heads, and its radio remote functions. This durable and reliable strobe comes packed with all the essentials and accessories you’ll need to turn your simple studio into a professional shooting location.
 
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Steven_Woods

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Thanks for this. I think the Godox DP600III is the ultimate beast on this list. I like it, at 600W, that is crazy good.
 
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