STUDIO EQUIPMENT COLLECTION 2011/2012
Professional Studio Equipment Linkstar Ltd. was founded in 2003 and was introduced to the European market in 2004 by Dutch distributor Benèl BV. Since then, it has become a household name in the world of both amateur and professional studiophotography. Linkstar products have found their way into many professional photo studios and have turned many attics and living rooms into amateur photo studios. After a few succesful years in The Netherlands, Linkstar was introduced to the rest of Europe.
LINKSTAR Studio Equipment Collection 2011/2012 INDEX MINI STUDIO GUIDE STUDIO FLASH FF-L SERIES FF-DD SERIES FF-D SERIES LL-D SERIES LF-A SERIES STUDIO FLASH ACCESSORIES MINI STUDIO FLASH MT-LU SERIES MT-F SERIES MT-FU SERIES MINI STUDIO FLASH ACCESSORIES REMOTE TRIGGERS PORTABLE FLASH SYSTEMS LED LIGHT SOLAR LIGHT FLUORESCENT LIGHT PHOTO CUBE LIGHT TENT PHOTO TABLE UMBRELLA REFLECTORS SOFTBOX SERIES REFLECTOR SERIE
"PROFESSIONAL STUDIO PHOTOS... WITHIN EVERYONE's REACH" Studio Photography used to be a expensive business. Because of this, this kind of photography was relatively unknown to many photographers. But now, a professional photo studio is very affordable! Our vast product range can be a bit overwhelming, so we wrote this mini studio guide to cover the basics and to explain some terminology.
Frequently asked: • How do I Connect a Studio Flash? All studio flashes come with a sync-cable. You can connect this to your camera's "X-contact" connector. If your camera doesn't have one, perhaps your camera flash gun does. You can also use a hotshoe (see page 20) for equipping your camera with an X-contact. • Flashing using Slave Mode Another option is through slave mode. Most studio flashes have a built-in slave sensor. Simply turn on the "Remote" button on your studio flash.
"PROFESSIONAL flash series" The new FF-L studio flash offers a 3" wide screen LCD display and a sturdy metal body. The display offers a clear overview of the flash settings and eliminates the need of traditional buttons and switches. It comes equipped with a cooling fan for prolonged use without overheating. The FF-L flashes also have a professional "S-type" bayonet connection* for the many available accessories.
"COMPACT flash series" The FF-DD studio flashes have a metal body and a cooling fan for longer photography sessions. It has digital buttons and a digital display for the power setting, which makes it easy to find the right setting for each situation. The FF-DD flashes also have a professional "S-type" bayonet connection* for accessories.
The FF-D studio flashes have a metal body and a cooling "COMPACT fan for longer photography sessions. The FF-D flashes have a professional "S-type" bayonet connection* flash series" also for accessories. The sturdy body and powerful yet compact design makes the FF-D flash an excellent traveling companion for a photo studio on the road.
FF-D Flash Kit The FF-D studio flash kit is an excellent start in the world of studio photography. This semiprofessional studiokit contains everything you need for most situations. This set can easily be expanded wi t h f l a s h a c c e s s o ri e s l i ke a conical snoot or a barndoor set, or additional studio flashes for lighting effects.
"PROFESSIONAL flash series" The powerful LL-D flashes are intented for professional use. Not only do they have a cooling fan for longer use, but also a sturdy metal body and a professional "S-type" bayonet connection* for accessories. The LL-D flashes also feature a digital display which shows the current power setting for your convenience.
LL-D Flash Kit T h e L L - D f l a s h k i t s g i v e yo u r photo studio a quick start! These professional flash kits come with everything a professional photographer needs in most situations. These sets can easily be expanded with additional lighting accessories or extra studioflashes.
"BASIC PROFESSIONAL flash series" The LF-A series are powerful yet portable studio flashes for home and professional use. The unit features an audible recharge signal, a switchable slave cell and a silent but efficient cooling fan for reliable operation. The LF-A series have a sturdy metal body and a professional "S-type" bayonet connection* for accessories.
LF-A Flash Kit The LF-A studiokits contain everything you need to give your photostudio a quickstart. Whether your turn your living toom into a studio or you want to use it professionally, the LF-A kit is right for you. These sets can easily be expanded with additional lighting accessories or extra studioflashes.
Adapter Ring Exchangeable Soft Light Diffuser Ball This spherical diffusor provides a very soft and even lighting. Perfect for interior photography. LFA-SB300 Diameter: ø 30cm. Art.nr. 561030 LFA-BD Barndoor Set + Color Filters Greater control of the light output can be achieved by this fourflap barndoor set with included color filters and honeycomb. Art.nr. 561010 LFA-SB400 Diameter: ø 40cm. Art.nr.
LFA-SR Soft Flood Reflector LFA-SR400 Diameter: ∅40cm Art.nr. 561060 LFA-SR560 Diameter: ∅56cm Art.nr. 561065 LFA-SR680 Diameter: ∅68cm Art.nr. 561070 Adapter Ring Exchangeable Diffusor Cloth included This soft reflector is supplied with a double diffuser cap that covers the flash tube and modeling lamp for additional softness. It is perfect for portrait, beauty and product photography. Honeycomb LFA-400-HC3 Diameter: ø 40cm, diameter of the Honeycomb: 5.2mm Art.nr.
"Entry-level flash series" The MT-LU flash head is a great entry-level studioflash suited for beginners. It can also be used as a portable studio flash for shooting on location. U-shaped flash tube MT-LU Series Model Article Number Power Output Guide No. Power Control Modeling Lamp Flash Duration Recharging Time Angle of Illumination AC Power Supply MT-150LU MT-300LU 560210 560230 150Ws 300Ws 32 40 1/16 to Full, Stepless 50W/G6.35 socket 1/600 sec. 1-3 sec.
"Entry-level flash series" The MT-F flash head is a great entrylevel studioflash suited for amateur photographers. It is a nice platform to start out with, with many accessories available. All MT-F sets come with a handy carrying bag. O-shaped flash tube MT-F Series Model Article Number Power Output Guide No. Power Control Modeling Lamp Flash Duration Recharging Time Angle of Illumination AC Power Supply Beeper What's in the box: MT-160F 560160 160Ws 36 1/16 to Full, Stepless 50W/G6.35 socket 1/600 sec.
"Entry-level flash series" The MT-FU flash head is a great entry-level studioflash suited for amateur photographers. It is a nice platform to start out with, with many accessories available. All MT-F sets come with a handy carrying bag. U-shaped flash tube MT-FU Series Model Article Number Power Output Guide No.
"Lighting accessories for home flash units" These accessories can be used to create special lighting effects. They fit on all Linkstar MT-series flashes, but also on other brands with a 9,5 cm accessory mount. MTA-SB250 Diffuser Ball This ball provides a very soft and even lighting, perfect for portrait or interior photography. Dimension: ø25 cm Art.nr. 560244 MTA-BD Barn Doors This four-flap barndoor accessory provides great control over your lighting. It comes with color filters and a honeycomb. Art.
Triggers All Linkstar flash units come standard with a sync cable. The accessories below provide extra options for various flash setups, such as flashing through slave/infrared or wireless. For Studio Flashes LAT-4G / LDT-4G These universal remote radio trigger sets enable you to work completely wireless. The advantage over any other wireless solution (infrared or slave flashing) is the fact that the signal from these sets cannot be obstructed: it always works.
Portable Flash With Power Pack The Power Pack is designed to power up to two studio flashes anywhere where main power is not available, giving photographers the independence and freedom to take their lighting equipment wherever they want. 600Ws Portable Flash Set These sets are available in two variants: the DP-600BP power pack combined with either the RDH-600 ring flash (see left), or with the DPH-600 portable studio flash (see right). Ring Flash RDH-600 Model Type of Unit Article Number Guide no.
"ENERGY EFFICIENT all-new LED light panel LE-1000 is very energy LIGHTING" The efficient. The bright LED's have a long lifespan, produce very little heat and this daylight lamp is also very compact and durable. With stepless power control. It comes with a set of diffusor cloths in 7 colors (see below) LE-1000 Stepless power control Model Article Number No.
"PROFESSIONAL SOLAR LIGHT" The LD-150 daylight lamp provides continuous lighting with stepless power control. The light emulates a neutral, 5300K daylight. The LQ-1000 is a powerful solar light that emulates a warm sunlight with a 3200K light temperature.
Fluorescent Lighting Systems "What you see is what you get" These versatile continuous lighting systems bring daylight into your studio! The neutral color temperature enables you to shoot photos in auto mode. This makes portrait and product s h o o t i n g ve r y e a sy : w h a t yo u see is what you get! The Linkstar fluorescent daylight systems are very energy efficient and produce very little heat which makes it excellent allround lighting for photography and video.
Fluorescent Lighting Systems The FLS series daylight comes in a variety of Fluorescent Lightlamps System versions with a reflector, softbox or octagon softbox to suit your specific lighting needs. FLS-26N1 FLS Series FLS-40N3 FLS-32OB6 FLS-26N1 FLS-40N3 FLS-3280OB6 FLS-3280SB6060 ∅26cm ∅40cm ∅60cm 60 x 60cm FLS-3280SB6060 28W (Max:40W) 3 x 28W (Max:40W) 3 x 28W (Max:40W) 3 x 28W (Max:40W) 564167 564170 564180 564190 These kits come with a diffusor cloth included.
Fluorescent Lighting Systems "a lot of light, a lot of control" The FFL series daylight lamps enables you to individually switch on and off each bulb for greater control of the light output. FFL-5R FFL Series Model Article Number FFL-5(OB7ST) FFL-5R FFL-5(OB7ST) FFL-5R(SB6060ST) 564285 564288 Power Output Reflector FFL-5(SB6060ST) 564284 5 x 28W 40cm ∅70cm Softbox Color Temperature 60 X 60cm 5300-5500 K These lamps can be refitted with optional 40W (max) lamps.
Fluorescent Lighting Systems "versatile daylight solution" Quick & Easy to set up! LH-4H Example: SLH1-SB5050 + LH-4H + 4 x 28W lamp LH Art.nr. 564065 Example: SLH1-OB5 + LH-4H + 4 x 28W lamp Model SLH1-SB5050 SLH1-OB5 Softbox 50 x 50cm Socket E27 ∅50cm Art.nr. 564291 564292 These lamps come with a diffusor cloth and a standaard E27 socket, but without a lamp. You can choose which lamp you want to use (28W/40W/55W/70W), see page 43.
Product Photography LFPBF-50 PBK-50 Photo Cube LFPB-50 Art.nr. 565121 50 x 50 cm Blue Background Cloth PBK-50 Art. nr. 565760 2 x 50W AC Light Blue Background Cloth 1 x Tripod 1 x LFPBF-50 (50 x 50 cm) The FLB Photo Cubes with two internal lights are easy to use, portable photo cubes with internal reflection. Model Article Number Power Output Dimensions Color Temperature Size Folded Size AC Power Supply PHOTO CUBE >28 FLB-4748 FLB-62110 565145 565150 2 x 24W 2 x 55W 62 x 15.
Light Tent These light tents are used for shooting small products and are designed to spread the light evenly and softly. Model ST-30C Height(cm) 50 Lenght(cm) 71.1 Width(cm) 45.7 Article Number 565775 The light source, which can be either daylight lamps or studio flashes, is not reflected in the product which makes these tents also very suitable for product with strong reflecting surfaces, such as glass or jewelry. L-Series Light Tents Model Art.nr.
Photo Table Photo tables are a perfect tool for shadow-free product and macro photography. The uniqueness of these tables is the fact that you can light up the table surface by putting one or two lights under it. Use two or three light sources from above and you get beautiful, shadow free photos, perfect for a webshop for example.
Umbrella Reflector Umbrella reflectors can be used with flash or continuous light units and are meant to create a soft lighting over a wide area. With coloured umbrellas you can create a slightly coloured reflection on your subject for added effect. In comparison to softboxes, there is a little more loss of light, but this is compensated by the 2 seconds it takes to set up an umbrella reflector. This makes them perfect for shooting on location.
Softbox Series Softboxes with "S-type" bayonet connection These softboxes offer a high quality light source at a very modest cost. The silver interior provides a high degree of efficiency while a translucent diffuser ensures the light is distributed evenly. For easy transportation, a carry pouch is included. The softboxes come with a speedring that fits on Linkstar products, but with optional adapter rings (see next page) they can be refitted to fit on a number of other brands.
Softbox Extreme Mega Unit Mega Softbox RSL-100200 You can install up to three flashes in this large softbox for a perfect, even lighting over a great surface. Dimensions: 100 x 200 cm Wheels are included. Art.nr. 564410 Softbox Adapter Rings + Adapter Ring How it works Every Linkstar softbox and many accessories such as soft flood reflectors come standard with an "S-Type" bayonet Ring. This ring is attached to the softbox ring.
Reflector Series Reflectors are used to add special lighting effects to your photos, or to highlight certain parts. They come in a variety of shapes and sizes to fit your specific needs, such as portrait, beauty or product photography. A must have for every photographer! The optional RH-450A reflector holder enables you to you use a reflector completely handsfree.
Strobist Softbox Strobist photography is all about expanding the possibilities of your camera flash. These strobist softboxes give you all the lighting flexibility you need to create a soft and even lighting, and to eliminate shadows. They are easy to set up and can be used with every camera flash. The camera flash can be applied in two ways (direct and indirect lighting). A camerabracket is included.
Light Stand Light stands are all-purpose studio stands. You can use them for carrying equipment or various accessories such as background systems or a reflector holder. LS-8 Series Light Stands Basic black light stands made of light yet durable aluminium. Standard spring suspension.
Background Systems Whether you have a professional photo studio or you want to build one in your living room, you need a background for your photographs and of course something to carry it! Linkstar offers various background support systems, many of which are portable. Stand only BSK-2016W/B Max. height 200 cm Max. width: 160 cm With carrying bag and white or black background cloth (150x280 cm) BSK-2016W: Art.nr. 562500 BSK-2016B: Art.nr.
Ceiling Rail System With the ceiling system you can clear your entire workspace of tripods for optimal free movement. The two lower rails can be moved, as can the four pantographs. You can position your studio equipment anywhere you want! Most components can also be purchased seperately, see below.
Backgrounds These quality paper backgrounds are available in two sizes: 1,38x11 m and 2,75x11 m. They can be used with the background support systems or the wall mounting systems shown on page 37. Paper rolls provide an even, matte and easy to use background for all photography purposes.
Tripod TR-140 TR-550A Art.nr. 562415 106cm 35cm ∅1.68cm 0.475kg 3kg 145cm 57cm ∅2cm 0.97kg 3001B 590mm ∅24mm 1.6kg TR-570A Art.nr. 562447 Art.nr. 562446 5kg 157cm 61cm ∅2.3cm 1.24kg 5kg 10kg 1470mm 645mm ∅30mm 2.9kg L-102T This tripod without ballhead can be outfitted with a ballhead or your own choosing. Art.nr. 562465 TRIPOD >40 640mm ∅28mm 1.7kg 10kg 65cm ∅2.65cm 1.4kg 3080B Art.nr. 562449 Art.nr. 562450 10kg 1245mm A-01 1400mm 170cm 3050B Art.nr.
Kit Bag "safe travels" Travel safely... And your equipment too! These bags provide adequate protection for your gear when you are on the road. All studio bags and cases (except for the light stand bags) have a customizable interior layout so you can refit them for your specific transportation needs. G-002 G-102 Dimensions: 45 x 28 x 25 cm Art.nr. 561005 G-001 Dimensions: 72 x 32 x 25 cm Art.nr. 561004 G-008 Dimensions: 114 x 25 x 26 Art.nr.
Studio Accessories "THE right tool for the job" SA-UC1 SA-UC3 SA-UC4 SA-TB1 SA-TB2 SA-TB3 Art.nr. 562645 Art.nr. 562646 Art.nr. 562680 BH-4F8F Art.nr. 562681 BH-4F8M Art.nr. 562647 SA-DUC Art.nr. 562648 Art.nr. 562682 BH-4M8F Linkstar has a wide range of studio clamps and brackets for mounting your studio equipment just the way you want to. SA-TB4HS Art.nr. 562683 BH-4M8M SA-C Art.nr. 562651 SA-CWM Art.nr. 562649 BH-B4M8M SA-C1 Art.nr. 562652 SA-DPC Art.nr.
Flash Tube & Light Bulb Model RTC-1055-450L UV-FF RTC-1055-450L UV-LF RTC-1255-600L UV-FF RTC-1255-600L UV-LF RTC-1355-1000L UV-FF RTC-1355-1000L UV-LF RTC-1555-1500L UV-LL RTC-1355-1000L UV-DH RT-11150-800 UV-RDH UTC-062840-120L-MT UTC-082840-160L-MT-FU UTC-092840-220L UV-MT-LU UTC-112840-350L UV-MT-LU RTC-0636-120L UV-MT-F RTC-0838-220L UV-MT-F RTC-0855-250L UV-FF RTC-0855-250L UV-LF RTC-0955-350L UV-FF RTC-0955-350L UV-LF 16W E14 socket, 220v Color temp: 5500K Art.nr.
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