Aram Avedisian

And that's exactly why I'm wondering if anyone else has any input on these lights. If all we hear about are the bad experiences, we won't be able to come to a fair conclusion about this brand and the quality of these lights.

Hmmm, interesting. Now, I'm rethinking the whole thing. Anyone else have experience with Britek?

Yes and yes.

I did decide on upgrade to two 650w and two 600w lights (I can always pick up some 300w bulbs and keep them handy). So I think my choices are pretty much set, unless anyone has any objections. :P

Alright, I think I'm gonna end up going with Britek lights (inexpensive and seem to fit the needs). Let me know what everyone thinks of the following setup. 1 - 650w focusing flood with barndoors 2 - 300w flood with softboxes 1 - 300w flood with barndoors and umbrellas Of course, stands, and bags for everything, along with some spare bulbs. I'm wondering what everyone thinks of this setup as a beginner setup and also, what, if anything you would change or if there is something you can recommend that would be better for around the same price ($600). Oh, and what gels would you recommend to start with....I was thinking of picking up 2 color correcting "packs" of 12 gels and expand from there. And remember, this is for DV/HDV. Thanks.

Alright, I think I'm gonna end up going with Britek lights (inexpensive and seem to fit the needs). Let me know what everyone thinks of the following setup. 1 - 650w focusing flood with barndoors 2 - 300w flood with softboxes 1 - 300w flood with barndoors and umbrellas Of course, stands, and bags for everything, along with some spare bulbs. I'm wondering what everyone thinks of this setup as a beginner setup and also, what, if anything you would change. Oh, and what gels would you recommend to start with....I was thinking of picking up 2 color correcting "packs" of 12 gels and expand from there. And remember, this is for DV/HDV. Thanks.

First off, I would like to thank everybody for their input on this thread. And now a curious question....Would photofloods with barndoors be able to take the place of a fresnel?

Sorry about the display name thing. Fixed that now. Also, after posting this question, I did some more reading and have learned that HDV is no different than any other format as far as lighting is concerned. I've also found a few books that were recommended by users in other posts that I plan on picking up as soon as possible. Other than that....I just need some help and suggestions to point me in the right direction for a very basic setup.

Hey, I am wondering if anyone can recommend a good starter lighting setup for shooting in HDV. From what I gather, shooting HDV doesn't require too much light, but I am not sure as to what to pick up. I'd like to keep is very, very inexpensive (say $500-$600, is this realistic?). I just don't know where to start....would a couple of floods with gel holders and barndoors be ok? Anyone with any input on this please help. Or just point me in the direction of a good read for HD lighting. Thank you so very much.