Aputure
Aputure Light Dome II Parabolic Softbox with Grid - Bowens Mount
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Craft Beautiful Light with Precision and Control The Aputure Light Dome II is a professional-grade parabolic softbox designed to create soft, even lighting for your film and photography projects. Featuring a deep design and included honeycomb grid, this softbox offers precise control over light s...
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Overview
Craft Beautiful Light with Precision and Control
The Aputure Light Dome II is a professional-grade parabolic softbox designed to create soft, even lighting for your film and photography projects. Featuring a deep design and included honeycomb grid, this softbox offers precise control over light spill and direction. Its Bowens mount compatibility makes it versatile and easy to use with a wide range of lights.
Specifications:
- Type: Parabolic Softbox
- Mount: Bowens Mount
- Includes: Honeycomb Grid
- Compatibility: Aputure 300X/300D II/Amaran 200X/100X and Other Bowens Mount Lights
Key Features
ADVANCED DIFFUSION MATERIALS:The Light Dome II now includes two options (1.5 stops & 2.5 stops) for ultra-soft front diffusion fabric. These materials create a beautiful soft light that provides a very even wrap around your subject.
QUALITY FABRIC GRID:In addition to the multiple diffusion options, the Light Dome II also includes a studio grade 40° fabric light control grid to help fine tune your soft light.
UNIVERSAL MOUNT:The new Light Dome II is designed to work with all fixtures from the Light Storm COB family. It is also compatible with a wide variety of Bowens mount lighting systems, the most common mount used in the world of photography.
QUICK SETUP:The Light Dome II also features Aputure’s quick-release speed ring, allowing you to open or close the dome in a matter of seconds.
GEL HOLDER SUPPORT:The new speedring design of the Light Dome II allows it to be compatible with the included Aputure gel holder that maximizes the capabilities of your gels while minimizing the amount of material needed.
Specifications
Brand
Aputure
Model
Light Dome II Parabolic Softbox with Grid
Mount Type
Bowens Mount
Diffusion Options
1.5 stops & 2.5 stops ultra-soft front diffusion fabric
Light Control
40° fabric light control grid
Setup Mechanism
Quick-release speed ring
Included Accessories
Gel holder
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Includes two options (1.5 stops & 2.5 stops) for ultra-soft front diffusion fabric, enabling varied light softness.
- Comes with a studio-grade 40° fabric light control grid, allowing for precise light direction and spill control.
- Features a universal Bowens mount, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of lighting systems, including Aputure Light Storm COB fixtures.
- Equipped with Aputure’s quick-release speed ring, facilitating fast and efficient setup or breakdown in seconds.
- The new speedring design supports the included Aputure gel holder, maximizing gel capabilities with minimal material.
👎 Cons
- The specific dimensions of the softbox are not mentioned, which can be important for space considerations.
- The weight of the softbox is not specified, impacting portability assessments for location shoots.
- Detailed information on the materials used beyond "advanced diffusion materials" and "quality fabric grid" is not provided.
- While a gel holder is included, the type or size of gels it accommodates is not specified.
Frequently Asked Questions
What diffusion options are available with the Aputure Light Dome II?
The Light Dome II includes two options for ultra-soft front diffusion fabric, offering 1.5 stops and 2.5 stops of light reduction for a soft and even wrap around your subject.
Does the Light Dome II come with a light control grid?
Yes, in addition to the diffusion options, this softbox includes a studio-grade 40° fabric light control grid to help precisely fine-tune your soft light.
What type of lighting systems is the Light Dome II compatible with?
The Light Dome II is designed to work with all fixtures from the Aputure Light Storm COB family and is also compatible with a wide variety of Bowens mount lighting systems.
How quickly can the Aputure Light Dome II be set up?
The Light Dome II features Aputure’s quick-release speed ring, enabling users to open or close the dome in a matter of seconds.
Is there support for using gels with this softbox?
Yes, the new speedring design of the Light Dome II is compatible with the included Aputure gel holder, which maximizes the capabilities of your gels while minimizing material needed.
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