Light tent
A translucent enclosure that surrounds a product with diffused light.
What is light tent?
A light tent (also called a shooting tent or light box) is a collapsible enclosure made of white translucent material that completely surrounds a product. Lights are positioned outside the tent, shining through the fabric to create extremely soft, shadowless illumination from all directions. Light tents are ideal for highly reflective products like jewelry, glass, and chrome as they minimize reflections and hot spots. They are affordable and popular for small product photography.
Pro tips
Light tents work best for small, reflective products
Cut a small opening for your lens to avoid reflection
Use multiple lights around the tent for even illumination
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