2025 Hot Ones Studio Equipment

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Tether Tools Optima 10G Cable Line
The TetherPro Optima 10G Cable Line are Dedicated Data Transfer cables designed for connection stability at blazing-fast 10Gbps transfer speed while eliminating power delivery, which can cause interruptions or dropped connections while tethering. The cables come in 6-, 10-, 15-, and 31-foot lengths and are backwards compatible with all USB-C devices. From $49.99
tethertools.com

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Datacolor LightColor Meter
The Datacolor LightColor Meter pairs with same-named phone app to give you a multifunctional tool that continuously streams light and color data to your smartphone in real time. You can fine-tune your lighting and exposure without leaving your camera. Sync multiple Datacolor LightColor Meters to get light and color temperature measurements from several locations simultaneously in real time. $399
datacolor.com

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Westcott Fusion 10-in-1 Light Control System
This system works in the studio or on location to diffuse, reflect, or enhance light. The surfaces available are white, black, diffusion, and silver and sunlight with removable shoot-through windows. The frame stand for the 4x6 panels is lightweight and easy to deploy, and you can attach an included dual speedlight mount to use with the diffusion panel. $249
fjwestcott.com

©HIRAM TRILLO
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Geekoto Y-Wing Reflector
This large, tiltable clamshell-style lighting reflector for portraits and headshots folds flat in seconds with Geekoto’s one-click auto-collapse design. It comes with silver (high contrast, specular light), white (soft, natural tones), and sunlight (glowy, warm undertones) reflective surfaces that attach with hook-and-loop fasteners. Its shape allows light to bounce from multiple angles, and it attaches to any light stand. $120
geekoto.com

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TogDrop Metal Wall Single Backdrop System
This customizable solution allows photographers to set up backdrops using one of three metal wall mounting options: a Triple Head Magnetic Base, Horizontal Inline Magnetic Base, or the Vertical Inline Magnetic Base. Each mounting option is designed to allow you to configure your studio based on available space, style, or genre. Setup is fast, safe, and easily modifiable. $299
togdrop.com

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TogDrop Paper Core Inserts
TogDrop’s
Paper Core Inserts help you gain total control of your backdrop paper. The inserts fit inside standard 2-inch paper roll cores and slide onto crossbars up to 1 3/16 inches in diameter. Easily unroll from the crossbar and tighten your roll once your paper is even. No more crooked drops or runaway paper. Comes in a pair. $89
togdrop.com

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Epson SureColor P9370
Epson’s new 44-inch wide-format printer delivers the features pro photographers have asked for. It’s faster than its SureColor predecessor with a wider color gamut, improved usability, and the print catch returned. Black Enhanced Overcoat mode allows photographers to achieve a higher Dmax on glossy paper for a Cibachrome “wet” look. The new 24-inch SureColor P7370 has most of the same features. $5,295
epson.com

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Denny Manufacturing Traditional Book Set Prop
This lightweight, portable, and realistic vintage book stack prop is perfect for posing small children and sleeping babies. It’s hand-painted and hand-carved from thick, hard-coated foam and measures 19.5x 13.5x 15.5 inches, supporting up to 200 lbs. $239.95
dennymfg.com

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Denny Manufacturing Seamless Paper Backdrops
The True White Seamless Photography Backdrop Paper offers a bright, pure white background designed to deliver crisp, high-contrast visuals. Its smooth texture and nonreflective matte finish ensure consistent lighting and eliminate glare, making it a go-to option for portraits, product photography, video production, and creative commercial projects. $59.98 to $96.98
dennymfg.com

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Geekoto Quick Reply Beauty Dish
Part of the GeekMod System, this 23.8-inch beauty dish folds flat and deploys in a single click in under 2 seconds, giving photographers an alternative to bulky, hard-shell beauty dishes and making it easy for transport and storage. It delivers exceptional light quality with crisp, contrasting illumination and smooth falloff. Includes Bowens mount adapter and snap-on grid. $129
geekoto.com

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Epson SureColor P7370
Epson’s new 24-inch wide-format printer is designed for the demanding needs of professional photographers. The 10-channel PrecisionCore print head has dedicated channels for black and matte black ink, eliminating the need to switch inks. It’s faster than its SureColor predecessor with a wider color gamut. $3,495
epson.com

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Denny Manufacturing Magical Tea Cup Prop
Spill some tea, but do it gently. This teacup is perfect for a range of playful, creative set and posing ideas. Sturdy enough to nestle a baby inside, it’s 16 inches wide (22 inches including handle) and 14.5 inches tall and is available in white, pink, and red. It’s a set piece to jumpstart your imagination. From $279
dennymfg.com

©DIMITRI SCHEBLANOV
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Datacolor SpyderPro
SpyderPro can now calibrate a wider range of monitors, including the latest technologies like OLED, mini-LED, Apple Liquid Retina XDR, and high-brightness displays. Once you calibrate a reliable starting point, you can edit with confidence, and it only takes 90 seconds. Additional features such as SpyderPro StudioMatch and SpyderTune color continuity across monitors. $269
datacolor.com

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TogDrop Drop Ceiling J-Hooks for Backdrops
J-hooks are an add-on to the drop ceiling mounts to give you a simple way to hang backdrops from ceiling grids without drilling or damage. They attach easily and are perfect for tight spaces, temporary setups, or multi-use rooms where wall-mounted systems aren’t an option. $124
togdrop.com

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TogDrop Light Holder Hanging System
The
Light Holder Hanging System provides photographers with flexible placement of lighting throughout their studio space—no more tripping over light stands or rearranging everything between sessions. Easily mounted on metal walls using our modular base system, it’s built for photographers who value clean setups, safety, and adaptability across genres. $148
togdrop.com