i'm looking for a cheap on-camera lighting kit for my sony z1u. any suggestions?

Nothing Cheap about it, but it works great I have one. Dont waste money on CHEAP only to buy what your should have bought in the first place. Does this make sense?

Litepanels | LPMICRO Micro LED on Camera Light | LP MICRO | B&H (http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/542007-REG/Litepanels_LP_MICRO_LPMICRO_Micro_LED_on.html)

Lowel also makes some Kickbutt on camerra lighting.

Check them out at Lowel DV Lighting, Video Lighting, Photo Lighting, DV Lights, Video Lights, Photo Lights, Location Lights, HD Lighting (http://www.lowel.com)

Brett, Welcome to DVInfo. I suggest a search using the terms "On camera light". You'll get lotsa information without waiting for people to respond to this thread. There's nothing special about getting a light for your specific camera. A good light is a good light. Use the advice here to get a good light vs a cheap one.

p.s. I graduated from Cherry Hill East class of '78