Getting Started with Your H18

Dive into our curated selection of tutorials below, showcasing the versatility and ease of use of the Halumin™ H18 for professional lighting in various scenarios. For those new to Halumin or looking to brush up their skills, these resources are invaluable. If your subject is a coin or a die-cast car, a purpose-built coin photography light does the job better.

Mastering Professional Lighting with Halumin H18: A Comprehensive Guide

Welcome to the world of Halumin™ H18 – where professional lighting meets simplicity and innovation. Our revolutionary Open Cylindrical™ (OC) lighting system is designed to transform how you approach photography lighting, enabling you to achieve stunning results with less equipment and in record time. To use studio strobes, see the Studio Lighting Adapter.

Key Features of Halumin™ H18

  • Innovative OC Geometry: Like a software preset brought into the physical world, the OC design of Halumin™ offers a unique “physical lighting layer,” simplifying the creation of diverse lighting effects.
  • Versatile Lighting Setups: Whether you need diffused light, pronounced silhouettes, or enhanced textures, Halumin™ adapts to your creative needs effortlessly.
  • User-Friendly Adjustments: With Halumin’s Dual Light Control Rings, control the depth and intensity of your lighting field with ease.

Getting Started Videos and Tutorials

Dive into our curated selection of tutorials below, showcasing the versatility and ease of use of the Halumin™ H18 for professional lighting in various scenarios. For a complete tabletop kit, see the Halumin Studio Set. For those new to Halumin or looking to brush up their skills, these resources are invaluable. Watch more in our Halumin YouTube tutorials.
  • Positioning Techniques: Learn how to position subjects within the staging area to achieve different lighting effects, from soft shadows to striking silhouettes.
  • Control Ring and Blackout Strip Adjustments: Discover how to fine-tune your lighting environment with the built-in Dual Light Control Rings and blackout strips for optimal effect.

Frequently Asked Questions

Got questions? We’ve got answers. Visit our FAQs page for common inquiries. Can’t find what you’re looking for? Our chat support is just a click away, located at the bottom corner of this page.

Halumin User Guide PDF

Use this link to download our Halumin H18 user guide. Download Here

Basic Setup for Your Halumin H18

Watch this short video to get started quickly with your Halumin H18.

How to Fold and Store Your Halumin H18

They say once you use one you will never go back… but how do you fold it up? Don’t worry, we got you covered with this quick video on how to store and fold your Halumin H18.

You Got Accessory Legs... Now What?

The Halumin Accessory Legs (ACL) make your solo freestyle photoshoots even easier and more consistent. Checkout this video for basic use. 

Setting Up Halumin with Studio Light Adapters

The Halumin Studio Light Adapter (SLA) connects your H18 to your favorite studio strobes and continuous LEDs via a Bowens mount.

What is Open Cylindrical Lighting?

The Halumin H18 is the world’s first Open Cylindrical lighting modifier… but what does that mean for you? Here is a quick video that explains it.  

What is Halumin's Staging Area?

We talk a lot about Halumin’s staging area when describing creating different looks for your product photography and food photography. So, what is the staging area? This video provides a quick overview.

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