If you’re new to flash photography and wondering what kind of flash to buy for portraits, this video should help. In it, I walk through all the essentials you should look for in your very first flash unit—especially if you’re just getting serious about lighting.
I explain why a good speedlight (also known as a shoe-mount flash) is a smart first choice, and how features like a swivel head, TTL, manual control, and radio triggering can really open up your creative options without overwhelming you.
We also take a quick look at some specific flash models I’ve used (and liked), and I share why I’ve mostly stuck with Godox (also available as Flashpoint) lately.
Whether you’re thinking about going with a speedlight or jumping straight into studio strobes, I break down what features actually matter and which ones are easy to skip.
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