Aputure
Aputure 26 inches Lantern Softbox Bowens Mount Light
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## Achieve Soft, Omnidirectional Lighting with Ease The Aputure Lantern is a 26-inch spherical softbox designed to provide even, omnidirectional lighting for your film and photo projects. With its quick-setup design, adjustable light control skirt, and compatibility with Bowens mount lights, the ...
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Overview
## Achieve Soft, Omnidirectional Lighting with Ease
The Aputure Lantern is a 26-inch spherical softbox designed to provide even, omnidirectional lighting for your film and photo projects. With its quick-setup design, adjustable light control skirt, and compatibility with Bowens mount lights, the Lantern offers versatility and control for creating the perfect lighting.
Specifications
- Brand: Aputure
- Size: 26 inches
- Shape: Spherical
- Mount: Bowens Mount
- Beam Angle: 270°
- Features: Quick-Setup, Quick-Folding, Adjustable Light Control Skirt
- Compatibility: Aputure 300D Mark II, 120D, 120T, 120D Mark II, 300X and Other Bowens Mount Lights
- Unfold Dimensions: 65x65x56cm / 25.5x25.5x22"
- Collapsed Dimensions: 18x18x81cm / 7x7x31.8"
- Net Weight: 2.76 kg / 6.09 lbs
Key Features
Quick-Setup & Quick-Folding:The Aputure Lantern can pop open and be ready to use in mere seconds. With the Lantern will you'll be able to produce soft even light wherever your shoots may take you.
Even, Omnidirectional Light: Light up the entire room. By utilizing a 26" spherical design, the Lantern spreads the light from your LED or Studio Stobe in all directions with a 270° beam angle. Aputure softbox is ideal for use in studios.
Perfect for Any Bowens Mount Light: With the ability to fit onto any Bowens mount Studio Strobe or LED fixtures, the Lantern is the perfect photo or video accessory for casting soft light over a wide area, while still maintaining control.
The Art of Control: The Aputure Lantern features a 4-section adjustable light control skirt with a hook-and-loop for quick attachment in any position,allows for precise control of soft light, you can roll the skirt up or down to flag off unwanted light.
Ready for Filmmakers: the Lantern can be set up or broken down in just a few seconds, allowing you to set up fewer lights, faster. Combining that with its durable and portable design makes the Lantern the perfect soft light modifier.
Specifications
Softbox Type
Lantern
Diameter
26 inches
Beam Angle
270°
Mount Type
Bowens Mount
Light Control
4-section adjustable skirt with hook-and-loop
Setup
Quick-setup & Quick-folding
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Offers a quick-setup and quick-folding design, allowing it to be ready for use in mere seconds.
- Provides even, omnidirectional light with a 270° beam angle, effectively lighting an entire room or large area.
- Universally compatible with any Bowens mount studio strobe or LED fixtures, increasing its versatility for various lighting setups.
- Features a 4-section adjustable light control skirt with a hook-and-loop system for precise control over light spill.
- Designed for durability and portability, making it suitable for both studio and on-location shoots.
👎 Cons
- The 26-inch spherical design, while providing wide light, might be cumbersome for extremely tight shooting spaces.
- While omnidirectional, directing the light to a very specific, small area may require additional flagging or grid accessories not included.
- The 'quick-setup' nature might imply a less rigid frame compared to traditional, more complex softboxes, although durability is mentioned.
- The effectiveness of the light control skirt depends on correct positioning and adjustment during setup.
- Requires a Bowens mount light source, meaning it is not directly compatible with non-Bowens fixtures without an adapter.
Frequently Asked Questions
How quickly can the Aputure Lantern Softbox be set up?
The Aputure Lantern is designed for quick setup and folding, allowing it to pop open and be ready to use in mere seconds.
What kind of light does this softbox produce?
It produces even, omnidirectional light, spreading the illumination from your LED or studio strobe in all directions with a wide 270° beam angle.
Is the Aputure Lantern compatible with different brands of lights?
Yes, it is designed to fit onto any Bowens mount studio strobe or LED fixtures, making it broadly compatible with various brands.
Can I control the light spill from the Aputure Lantern?
Yes, it features a 4-section adjustable light control skirt with a hook-and-loop for quick attachment, allowing for precise control of soft light by rolling the skirt up or down.
What makes this softbox suitable for filmmakers?
Its quick setup and breakdown, combined with its durable and portable design, make it an ideal soft light modifier for filmmakers needing efficient light setups on location.
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