Comments on: Lastolite’s HiLite Background gets a “Scott Thinks It’s Hot!” Award

By: Judy H

Judy H — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 20:27:20 +0000

Hi Scott.
I have been looking for a white background and something portable. Upon doing a search found the Lastolite Hilite. I am a big fan of yours and just finished the 3 set diigtal photography book. Thank you thank you thank you! I knew if the background was any good you most likely had one. But as others say quite expensive. Will the background work without using a strobe inside it? As a portable device I might only want to take use two wireless camera flashes. ???
Cheers,
Judy

By: wendy board

wendy board — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 13:50:27 +0000

i just had to reply to your blog, i have every book u made and i watch your tv podcast, you have taught me so much since picked up the camera, I am now turned professional and i still think listening to you is great, If i ever come to america i will look you up, when the next book out?

By: wendy board

wendy board — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 13:45:43 +0000

the back of it is black just turn it around and use that for head and shoulder shot or failing that buy the bottle top cover. I ve just brought it its great, took me a few attempts to get it right in camera after that i was away, lot of money but most back drops are ! can see this paying for itself over and over again, by the way im 5ft nothing and i can put it away in under a minute, most have a knack for it!

By: Gina

Gina — Sun, 03 May 2009 18:02:29 +0000

Hi Scott,
I’m having the same problem that Eamonn is having with the train. Have you used the vinyl train with the lastolite hilite? The background looks great but the train renders gray each time. I watched the tutorial on the Lastolite and the train and used the same set up but frustrated with the train. Do you have any suggestions?
Thank you!
Gina

By: Eamonn Mclean

Eamonn Mclean — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 10:50:25 +0000

Hi,
I have bought the 7×8ft hilite and agree that it is fantastic for shots when using the background without flooring, however when using the lastolite vinyl flooring with it the floor ALWAYS comes out very grey, in contrast to the hi-key traditional method which is even all over. Have you any suggestions for easily overcoming this problem without having to heavilly rely on photoshop.
Thank you
Eamonn

By: Stan

Stan — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 21:21:10 +0000

Hello, is an RX600 safe to place inside the HiLite? I would be concerned about the heat!!

By: Jasmine

Jasmine — Tue, 20 May 2008 01:25:17 +0000

IThe HiLite background is a GREAT idea, but pricey! What kind of material is it made of? Would it be possible to make one yourself???

By: Andrew

Andrew — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 20:21:48 +0000

Hi there, can you tell me if the HiLite background works with coloured gels?

Thanks for the great blog.

Regards,
Andrew

By: John Adkins

John Adkins — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 02:49:33 +0000

Hi Scott,

Another great find!! I can’t tell you enough how much I have learned by reading your blog and books!!

One quick question, would a speedlight such as an SB-600 or SB-800 be sufficient enough to light up the lastolite background? maybe using two?

Thanks for all the great info!!!!! …Btw, nice photo!

By: Michael

Michael — Thu, 06 Mar 2008 17:13:56 +0000

Thanks for the info Scott.

I was pondering this background/softbox as a dual use. You mention that it can be used as a large window light softbox. Did you try it. How much light did it steal and how does it manage to be consistant side to side with only one light head inserted. (I know it can take 2)

I’m seriously considering it because it can be placed right against one wall and act as a great window light. Most “normal” softboxes even half this size require 25-30 inches space from the wall to even fit. My 40 inch Chimera is 24 inches deep not counting the head which is another 10 inches.

It would be great if it worked,

Michael

By: Tony

Tony — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 17:48:10 +0000

I would love to see a full lenght body shot first.. i would like to see how this handles a even background light without blowing out and leaving the corners darker then the centre area.

thank you
tony

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