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Hello everyone, Im new to food photography and have been exploring lighting. Im considering a godox AD400 pro ii. I have a Nikon z5ii that I use to photograph. I need advice on lighting and what better place to ask than here. I have added a few images that are well lit and I desire the same result in my photos.

Just recently got a Nikon z5 ii🎉 and I want to get into photography for restaurants and cafes. I’m not sure which lens would be best for this especially because my budget isn’t huge. Which lens would yall recommend for someone looking to spend under $1000. These are the types of photos I’d like to take