For doing macro photography, such as shooting jewelry, mobile phones, etc. you have two basic equipments to choose from; the light tent and the light box. Each of these equipments has their own set of advantages that makes them popular among the photographers. Here is a brief comparison between the two that will help you make a better decision while buying them. A photo light box is a solid structure having inbuilt multiple lights whereas the tent is made of fabric that is supported by square or rectangular frames. You have to use external studio lights in case of the photo tent.
A box offers you the ability to take pictures from the sides as well as from the top. If you buy a tent, you can only take pictures from the side and not from the top.
Photo tents are much cheaper than the boxes. This is because they are made of fabric and do not have any inbuilt lighting facility.
A light box is gives you consistent lighting every time you use it, whereas, in case of a lighting tent, you have to adjust your lighting equipments manually thereby getting more flexibility to light your subject. The downside is that you will have to spend a lot time in adjusting your equipments.
Tents are more portable than the boxes and are ideal for photographers who are always on the move; however, the newer models of boxes are also specially designed to offer more mobility to the users.
If you are extremely busy and do not have the time to make the arrangements for lighting, buy a light box, whereas, if you want to experiment with the inputs and take the perfect shot, go for photo lighting tents.
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