Small Photo Studio in-a-box
"I must say we have been extremely pleased with the quality of the pics and the speed and flexibility of the system and I am now recommending it to others like web designers in case their clients require equipment like this."
Helen Jones
H.T. MADDOCKS LTD
The Smaller Photo Studio in-a-box has the same functionality as its larger brother but in a smaller package. Owning one is like having a permanent professional photographer on your staff.
The controlled lighting environment inside the box yields shadow free images that are perfect for website photography and can also be used for product catalogues, presentations or internal approval systems.
Much loved by the jewellery industry for its ability to take quality pictures of hard to shoot photographs quickly, the smaller system is also used by well known names in eyewear, electronics, mobile phones, models and collectables.
How it works
1. Place items inside light box
2. Use software to 'Preview' items on monitor screen
in real-time
3. Compose pictures with ‘Zoom’, ‘Crop’, and ‘Rotate’
commands
4.Take pictures by clicking 'Snap’
5. Pictures are automatically sent from camera to PC
via USB for viewing, annotation, editing, sending, and
batch saving
Applications
Create Product Shots for Websites, Product Catalogs, Publications, Reports, Presentations, Archival and More...
Effective Business Communication
Sales, marketing, engineering, quality control, manufacturing, art design and procurement are just some of the departments that can benefit from this solution
Medical, Research and Evidence Photography
Creates detailed and professional images for the analysis of scientific, medical or forensic research
Quality Control
Controlled lighting generates consistent results time after time
Image Database Creation
Photo Studio in a box is ideal for quickly capturing and storing hundreds of images per day
Quick eMail and Application Link
Images taken with Photo Studio in a box software and a compatible camera can be quickly shared with others via email, dropped into any other image editing application or saved to a designated folder
Remote Proofing
Images taken with Photo Studio in a box can be sent via email direct from the software
Photo Studio in a box components
Light Box
Utilizes symmetrical daylight lamps and special diffusion plates to produce a uniform lighting environment
Small Photo Studio in-a-box Image Creation Software
When Small Photo Studio in-a-box is used with a compatible camera; this software manages digital camera settings, controls front and rear lamp status, file management and image editing. Also includes: batch saving, image annotation and batch or individual image resizing features.
Small Photo Studio in-a-box Image Viewing Software
Free downloads of this software give image recipients the ability to calibrate their monitor and view images taken with Photo Studio in a box (when used with a compatible camera) in accurate color.
Accessories
Monitor and printer calibration utilities, Tripod, 6 daylight balanced flourescent lamps, Side shot background, Product stand, Free technical support, Free software upgrades and a one-year warranty
System Requirements
OS: Windows® XP - SP2 or above (Administrator
Account)- CPU: Pentium (or equivalent) 1G or more
- RAM: Min. 256 MB
- Monitor: CRT or LCD.
- Internet connection with active email account (optional)
- Min. 2 USB Ports, CD ROM
Mac Users
If you have an Intel chipped Mac use BootCamp and a copy of Windows XP to run the software. Alternatively run the box on a PC and use the software instruction “Direct image export” to send compatible image files to a network folder.
Benefits:
Controlled lighting produces SHADOW-FREE images
No experience necessary - anyone can use the Small Photo Studio in-a-box to create professional-quality images
Small Photo Studio in-a-box can be used with a compatible digital camera as a PC-controlled photography studio or with any camera as a photography light box
As a PC-controlled photography studio:
Camera settings are pre-set for obtaining optimal results when shooting items inside the light box
Small Photo Studio in-a-box eliminates the need for batteries and the memory card
Users can Preview, Crop and compose images on their PC monitor screen in real time
Captured images are automatically sent from camera to PC via USB for viewing, editing & saving
Users can pre-set saving parameters so images taken with Small Photo Studio in-a-box are automatically named, resized and saved to a local or network folder
Allows users to take pictures inside or outside the light box (for larger items) in manual or automatic mode
Photo Studio in a box reduces photo setup, image transfer and image editing time
A colour managed environment is created between the connected camera, monitor and printer for increased colour accuracy
Batch saving, batch image resizing and image annotation features increase efficiency
Images can be exported to 3rd party imaging programs or databases
Users can create top and side shot photos from many angles
A large camera housing and flexible mounting system accommodates all camera and lens combinations
At any time in the future, users can upgrade to a new compatible camera and download the camera-control software free
Excellent craftsmanship and one-year warranty and free technical support
Specifications
| Dimensions (L x W x H) |
17.7" x 17.7" x 20" |
| Weight | 22 lbs. (including packing) |
| Maximum Target Size inside | Top shot: 15" x 17" Side shot: 16" x 16" x 13" |
| Maximum Target Size outside | Depends on shooting distance and camera capability |
| Digital Image Resolution | 4000 x 3000 pixels at 300 dpi |
| Power Requirements | Standard 100V to 240V plug |
