Creating Your First Product Photoshoot with prodlens.ai

Creating professional product photography doesn't require expensive equipment, a photography studio, or years of experience anymore. With AI-powered tools like prodlens.ai, you can transform simple product photos into studio-quality images in minutes. This complete beginner's guide walks you through your first product photoshoot step-by-step.

What You'll Need to Get Started

Before diving into your first photoshoot, gather these essentials:

Required:

• A clear photo of your product (can be taken with a smartphone)
• A prodlens.ai account (free to start)
• At least 1 credit (each image costs 1 credit)

Optional but recommended:

• Additional product images ready (create separate generations for each)
• Good natural lighting for source photos
• Clear vision of your desired aesthetic or style

Understanding the prodlens.ai Generation Process

prodlens.ai uses AI to transform your basic product photos into professional marketing images. Here's how it works:

1. Upload your product image
2. Choose a style preset (Luxury Editorial, Modern Minimal, etc.)
3. Select your preferences (aspect ratio, number of variations)
4. Generate in 20-30 seconds
5. Download your professional results

Each generation costs 1 credit per image. If you generate 3 variations, you'll use 3 credits total.

Step 1: Preparing Your Product Image

The quality of your source image directly impacts your results. Follow these best practices:

Photo Quality Guidelines

Lighting:

• Use natural daylight when possible
• Avoid harsh shadows or dark backgrounds
• Ensure your product is well-lit and details are visible

Background:

• White or neutral backgrounds work best
• The AI will replace the background anyway
• Focus on product clarity, not background aesthetics

Framing:

• Center your product in the frame
• Leave some space around edges (avoid cutting off parts)
• Capture the full product unless showing a detail shot

Resolution:

• Minimum 800×800 pixels (for zoom functionality)
• Recommended: 1024×1024 pixels or higher
• Maximum file size: 10MB

Step 2: Starting a New Generation

Once your product image is ready, let's create your first photoshoot:

1. Navigate to Generations

   • Click "My Creations" in the sidebar
   • Click the "New Creation" button
   • The generation form opens in a modal

2. Upload Your Product Image

   • Click "Upload Image" or drag & drop your file
   • Alternatively, paste an image URL if hosted online
   • Wait for the upload to complete (usually instant)

Step 3: Choosing the Right Style Preset

Presets are pre-configured style templates that define how your product will be presented. Each preset creates a different mood and aesthetic.

Popular Presets and When to Use Them

Luxury Editorial:

• High-end dramatic style with sophisticated lighting
• Perfect for: jewelry, watches, premium brands, luxury goods
• Creates: Moody, elegant, aspirational images

Modern Minimal:

• Clean, simple aesthetic with soft shadows
• Perfect for: tech products, cosmetics, home goods
• Creates: Professional, versatile, contemporary images

Natural Lifestyle:

• Warm, organic feel with natural textures
• Perfect for: food products, wellness items, eco-friendly brands
• Creates: Approachable, authentic, relatable images

Bold Commercial:

• Vibrant colors with high contrast
• Perfect for: sports gear, toys, electronics
• Creates: Eye-catching, energetic, attention-grabbing images

How to Select a Preset

1. Click the "Preset" dropdown in the generation form
2. Browse available presets with thumbnail previews
3. Read the description to understand the style
4. Select the preset that matches your brand aesthetic

Step 4: Configuring Generation Settings

Now let's fine-tune your generation with these settings:

Aspect Ratio Selection

Choose the dimensions that match your intended use:

Review Your Settings

Before generating, double-check:

• Source image is clear and well-lit
• Preset matches your brand style
• Aspect ratio fits your intended platform
• Number of images aligns with your budget (1 credit each)
• You have enough credits in your account

Step 5: Generating Your Product Photos

Once everything is configured, click the "Generate" button. The AI will transform your product photo into professional marketing images.

What to Expect

• Processing time: Typically 20-30 seconds
• Status updates: Real-time progress indicator shows generation status
• Completion: You're automatically redirected to view your results
• Ready to download: All images are immediately available

Step 6: Viewing and Comparing Results

Once generation completes, you'll see the results in an interactive viewer:

Navigating Your Generated Images

Image Carousel:

• Use arrow buttons (left/right) to browse variations
• Click dot indicators at the bottom to jump to specific images
• Each image shows as full-size with your chosen aspect ratio

Comparing Variations:

• Look for differences in lighting, shadows, and composition
• Consider which variation best showcases your product
• Check if text elements (logos, labels) are clearly visible

Generation Details Panel:

• View creation timestamp and status
• See which preset and settings were used
• Check generation cost (credits used)
• Review aspect ratio and image count

Step 7: Downloading Your Product Photos

Ready to use your professional images? Here's how to download them:

Download Options

1. Click the Download button on any image

2. Choose your format:

   • PNG: Lossless quality, larger file size (best for editing)
   • JPG: Good quality, smaller file size (best for web)
   • WebP: Excellent quality, smallest file size (modern format)

3. Download starts immediately

   • File naming: prodlens-gen-1.{format}
   • Saves to your default downloads folder

Watermarks (Free vs Subscribed Users)

• Free users: Images include a subtle prodlens.ai watermark (bottom-right, 25% opacity)
• Subscribed users: No watermarks—download clean, professional images

The watermark is small and semi-transparent, designed not to distract from your product.

Step 8: Advanced Actions - Upscale and Edit

After downloading, you have two powerful options to enhance your images further:

Upscaling Images for Higher Resolution

Need larger images for print or high-resolution displays?

How Upscaling Works:

• Click the "Upscale" button on any image
• Doubles resolution (e.g., 1024×1024 → 2048×2048)
• Maximum output: 8192×8192 pixels

Upscaling Cost Examples:

• 512×512 → 1024×1024 = 0.25 credits
• 1024×1024 → 2048×2048 = 0.5 credits
• 2048×2048 → 4096×4096 = 1 credit

Editing in Canvas Editor

Want to add custom elements or make adjustments?

Canvas Editor Features:

• Click "Edit" to open the image in Canvas Editor
• Remove backgrounds with precision tools
• Add text overlays (product names, prices, CTAs)
• Add brand logos or watermarks
• Layer multiple elements

The Canvas Editor gives you full creative control while maintaining AI-generated quality.

Best Practices for Professional Results

Follow these tips to get the most from your AI product photoshoots:

Source Image Quality

Preset Selection Strategy

Match Your Brand:

• Luxury brands → Luxury Editorial preset
• Tech products → Modern Minimal preset
• Organic/natural products → Natural Lifestyle preset
• Youth/sports brands → Bold Commercial preset

Consider Your Audience:

• B2B customers prefer clean, professional aesthetics
• B2C audiences respond to emotional, lifestyle imagery
• Premium markets expect sophisticated, elegant styling

Aspect Ratio Guide by Platform

Common Use Cases and Examples

See how different businesses use prodlens.ai for product photography:

E-commerce Product Listings (Shopify/Amazon)

Goal: Clear, professional product presentation Preset: Modern Minimal or Luxury Editorial Aspect Ratio: 1:1 (Square) Number of Images: 3-4 (provide variety for customers)

Create separate generations for different angles (front, side, detail shots) to build a complete product gallery.

Social Media Content (Instagram/Facebook)

Goal: Eye-catching, scroll-stopping imagery Preset: Bold Commercial or Natural Lifestyle Aspect Ratio: 1:1 (Feed posts), 3:4 (Stories) Number of Images: 2-3 per post for carousel variety

Create cohesive brand aesthetics by using the same preset across all products.

Website Hero Images

Goal: Dramatic, attention-grabbing headers Preset: Luxury Editorial or Bold Commercial Aspect Ratio: 16:9 (Widescreen) or 21:9 (Ultra Wide) Number of Images: 1 hero shot

Focus on your hero product or best-seller for maximum impact.

Email Marketing Visuals

Goal: Clean, clickable product showcases Preset: Modern Minimal Aspect Ratio: 4:3 (Standard) for desktop email clients Number of Images: 1-2 featured products per email

Keep file sizes optimized (use JPG or WebP) for fast email loading.

Managing Your Generations

Keep your product library organized with these tips:

Viewing Past Generations

• Access "My Creations" from the sidebar
• Infinite scroll loads all past generations
• Each generation shows thumbnail preview and details

Making Images Public

Want to showcase your work in the public gallery?

1. Open any completed generation
2. Click the "Private" toggle to switch to "Public"
3. Your image may appear in the prodlens.ai showcase
4. Public images help promote both you and the platform

Next Steps: Building Your Brand Aesthetic

Now that you've completed your first photoshoot, here's how to scale up:

Consistency is Key

Build a Brand Style:

• Choose 1-2 presets that match your brand identity
• Use consistently across all products
• Customers recognize cohesive aesthetics
• Builds professional brand perception
• Update old listings with fresh AI-generated images
• A/B test different styles to find what converts best

Subscription Benefits

Consider upgrading for these advantages:

Included in Paid Plans:

• No watermarks on any downloads
• Higher credit allowances
• Priority generation queue
• Access to premium presets
• Advanced editing features

ROI Calculation:

• Professional photographer: $500-2000 per product shoot
• prodlens.ai: ~$0.10-0.50 per image (depending on plan)
• Time saved: Hours → Minutes
• Flexibility: Regenerate unlimited times until perfect

Conclusion: Professional Product Photography Made Simple

You've just completed your first AI-powered product photoshoot! Here's what you've learned:

• How to prepare and upload product images
• Choosing the right preset for your brand
• Configuring aspect ratios and generation settings
• Navigating results and downloading in multiple formats
• Advanced actions like upscaling and editing
• Best practices for professional results

Key Takeaways:

• Each image costs 1 credit (affordable for small businesses)
• Generation takes 20-30 seconds (incredibly fast)
• No photography skills required (AI handles everything)
• Multiple formats available (PNG/JPG/WebP)
• Scalable for businesses of any size

Whether you're a Shopify seller with 10 products or an enterprise with 10,000 SKUs, prodlens.ai makes professional product photography accessible, affordable, and fast.

Frequently Asked Questions

Ready to transform your product photography? Start your first photoshoot now!