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Best camera setup for product and e-commerce photography

By · Shree Sagar Sales, Paldi, Ahmedabad

Product photography studio setup
In this guide
  1. The setup
  2. Arranging the light
  3. Camera settings
  4. Budget options
  5. For clothing and model shoots

Short answer: for most online sellers, a Canon EOS R50 with the RF 50mm f/1.8, one Godox SL60II D with a 90cm softbox, a tripod and a white paper sweep will produce professional catalogue photos. Lighting makes the biggest difference.

The setup

Item Pick Why
Camera Canon EOS R50 Affordable, sharp, Wi-Fi transfer to phone
Lens RF 50mm f/1.8 Natural perspective, sharp at f/5.6–f/8
Small items RF 85mm f/2 Macro 0.5x close-ups of jewellery, watches
Light Godox SL60II D Accurate colour (CRI 96+), quiet
Modifier Godox QR-P90 softbox Large, soft light, clean reflections
Support Tripod, e.g. Manfrotto Befree Advanced Consistent framing across products

Arranging the light

  1. Tape a roll of white paper to the wall so it curves down onto the table (a “sweep” with no visible corner).
  2. Place the softbox to one side, slightly above and close to the product.
  3. Put a white card or foam board on the opposite side to soften shadows.
  4. For shiny products, move the softbox until its reflection looks clean and even, or use a light tent.

Camera settings

  • Tripod, 2-second timer or app remote.
  • Aperture f/8 (f/11 for small items) for front-to-back sharpness.
  • ISO 100, and adjust the shutter speed for exposure.
  • White balance set to 5600K (or a custom reading off the white paper).
  • Shoot RAW + JPEG and keep settings identical across the catalogue.

Budget options

  • Phone + light: a tripod with a phone clamp, an SL60II D and a softbox already beats window light.
  • Existing camera: any mirrorless or DSLR with a 50mm lens works. Light is the upgrade.

For clothing and model shoots

Add a second light and step back with an 85mm lens. Our home studio lighting and speedlite vs strobe vs LED guides explain two-light and strobe setups.

Bring a sample product to our Paldi store and we will help you try the setup before you buy.

Frequently asked questions

01Can I shoot product photos with my phone?

Yes, for basic listings, if the lighting is good. A camera gives more control over depth of field, sharper detail for zooming on marketplaces and consistent colour.

02What background is best for Amazon listings?

Pure white (RGB 255,255,255) for the main image. Use a white paper sweep or a light tent and adjust exposure so the background goes white without blowing out the product's edges.

03Which lens is best for product photography?

A 50mm prime is a good start for medium products; a macro lens (like an 85mm macro) is best for jewellery, watches and small details.

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Vattsal BhattBuying guides, Shree Sagar Sales

Vattsal Bhatt writes the buying guides for Shree Sagar Sales, the camera store in Paldi, Ahmedabad.

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