Re: Best background for photographing engineering parts

On 1 Mar 2007 22:08:15 -0800, "eganders" <eganders@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:

I often take photos of components such as circuit boards, mechanical
parts, etc. The parts can be just about any color and are typically
from 1 inch square in size to 12 inches square. For quick setup, I
would like to have a foamcore background to be used for these parts
that presents them the best way for contrast and lighting.

I have been using a bright white foamcore and a royal blue foamcore.
I am wondering if there is a color for general use that is the best
for making the digital cameras I use end up with the best contrast,
lighting and color presentation of these components. The photos are
not for marketing, but for engineering study,

I am looking for the best color balance, contrast and lighting. What
would you suggest?

Have a look at:
http://www.studiolighting.net/homemade-light-box-for-product-photography/

It works fantastically - I've been using it for months for circuit
boards, bugs, etc.

It's much better having all three corners to bounce the light - it's
far more evenly illumintated that way.
.