Looking for camera lighting? This page brings together camera flashes, LED camera lights, studio lighting, backdrops, light stands and wireless triggers for photo and video. Whether you shoot portraits, products, weddings or video with a DSLR or mirrorless camera, you will find a light to match, from brands such as Godox, Aputure, Westcott and NanLite.
How to choose a camera flash or camera light
Start with how you shoot. A camera flash gives a short, powerful burst of light and suits events, weddings and portraits. A continuous camera light stays on, so you see the result before you shoot, and it works for both photo and video. For a closer look, see our strobe lighting and continuous lighting pages.
- On-camera flash: compact and quick to use. Flashes are made for a specific camera brand, so check your model. The Godox Ving V860III TTL Li-Ion Flash Kit for Sony Cameras is one example, and the Ving V860III is also listed for Canon, Nikon and FUJIFILM cameras.
- Portable off-camera flash: the Godox AD200 Pro TTL Pocket Flash Kit is a pocket-sized option for location work.
- LED lights: small panels, tubes and ring lights suit video, vlogging and product shots. Try the Aputure MC RGBWW Mini LED Light, or browse on-camera lighting for lights that mount on your camera.
- Studio lighting: monolights, umbrellas, beauty dishes and softboxes for controlled, repeatable setups. Browse studio lighting.
Triggers, stands and backdrops
To fire flashes off camera, you need a wireless trigger. Check that it supports your camera brand. Add light stands, modifiers and backdrops to complete a setup, and see our mounting hardware and lighting accessories.
Brands we carry here
Godox, Westcott, Aputure, Savage, NanLite, Mobifoto, Orangemonkie and Manfrotto. Browse Godox and Westcott for flashes, triggers and studio gear.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a camera flash and a camera light?
A flash fires a brief burst when you take the picture. A camera light, usually LED, stays on, so you see the lighting as you shoot and can use it for video.
Do I need an external flash for my camera?
An external flash is more powerful than a built-in one and can be angled or used off camera for softer results. Check that it is made for your camera brand.
Is an LED flash good for photography?
LED lights are handy for video and close-up work. For freezing motion or overpowering daylight, a flash is usually the better tool.
What do I need for a basic photography lighting kit?
A light or flash, a stand, a modifier such as an umbrella or softbox, and a trigger if the flash is off camera.