ALO GooseNeck Kit

How to use the external light kit

Some example of external light from the top

External Light from the top

ALO Photo Sphere & External Light

Turn On only the external light and position over the above semi-sphere, the light will come from the top only. If necessary  increase a bit the frontal light (by using the side intensity knob controller) for a lighter result. 

In this example camera almost frontal. All other lights off.      

Jewel position with light from the top

Jewel Position

Using a white matte turntable to have a natural shadow under the jewel. Ring is placed in the center and stick with wax. The best position here to get the result. 

The two mirror panels are positioned by the sides (de-touching its magnets), to reflect the light and enhance object's edges.

Result with light from the top

Final Result

By settings the parameters at TV: 1/15, AV: 11, ISO : 200, you will get the right lighting condition. Increase the first parameter to have darker preview or decrease it for a lighter one.

Easy thanks to camera preview in ALO Photo Scan software. 

External Light from the bottom

External Light from the bottom

ALO Photo Sphere & External Light

Turn On only the external light and position to the below  semi-sphere, the light will come from the bottom.

Start with all the lights off and increase a bit the frontal light (by using the side intensity knob controller) for a lighter result and back light to reach a whiter background. 

In this example camera almost vertical. 
                

Jewel position with light from the bottom

Jewel Position

Using a transparent turntable for a total shadowless picture and achieve directly the white background. Ring is  placed laid down looking at the 8 o'clock. 

The two mirror panels are positioned one by the side (de-touching its magnets) and one below the turntable by using the magnet, to reflect the light and enhance object's edges.

Result with light from the bottom

Final Result

By settings the parameters at TV: 1/40, AV: 11, ISO : 200, you will get the right lighting condition. Increase the first  parameter to have darker preview or decrease it for a lighter one, if necessary.

Use 90° rotation to stand-it up and rotate the camera holder in order to find the desired angle view.

Easy thanks to camera preview in ALO Photo Scan software. 

Note: the gooseneck positioning will vary depending on the products. Internal lighting adjustment has to be adjusted accordingly.