Neewer

Neewer Professional Collapsible Hexagonal Softbox 20"/50cm for Speedlights

3.7 (26 reviews)

Neewer 20-inch collapsible hexagonal softbox folds like an umbrella for fast setup and delivers double-diffused light from any speedlight.

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Overview

The Neewer Professional Collapsible Hexagonal Softbox is a 20-inch (50cm) light modifier designed to transform the harsh output of a speedlight into soft, even illumination. Its standout feature is the umbrella-style folding mechanism, which eliminates the tedious rod-and-bracket assembly common with traditional softboxes. You simply pop it open, attach your speedlight via the built-in speed ring, and you're ready to shoot—making it an excellent choice for event photographers, on-location portrait shooters, and anyone who values fast setup times.

Light quality is enhanced by a dual-diffusion system: the silver-coated interior reflects and concentrates the speedlight's output, while a removable internal baffle and outer diffusion panel work together to eliminate hotspots and produce a smooth, wraparound light. The integrated handle grip offers versatility—hold the softbox by hand for quick, dynamic lighting adjustments, or lock it onto a tripod or light stand using the angle control lever for a more permanent setup. When the shoot is over, the entire softbox collapses down to a compact, portable size that slips easily into a camera bag or lighting kit.

Key Features

High quality double diffusion panels for high quality soft light

Its convenient folding system allows the softbox to be setup and taken down very quickly like folding an umbrella

The inner side of the soft box is silver coated to maximize reflection effect

Removable internal baffle for the softbox helps reduce hotspots and softens the light even more

The uniquely designed handle grip allows you to raise the softbox by hand as well as fix it to a tripod

Specifications

Brand
Neewer
Type
Collapsible Hexagonal Softbox
Diameter
20" / 50cm
Shape
Hexagonal
Diffusion
Double diffusion (removable internal baffle + outer panel)
Interior Lining
Silver-coated
Mounting
Handle grip with angle control lever (handheld or tripod)
Compatibility
Speedlights (via speed ring)
Folding Design
Umbrella-style collapsible

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Umbrella-style folding design enables setup and teardown in seconds with no loose rods or brackets.
  • Double diffusion panels with a removable internal baffle provide soft, even light with minimal hotspots.
  • Silver-coated interior maximizes light output by reflecting more of the speedlight's flash forward.
  • Built-in handle grip with angle control lever allows both handheld use and tripod mounting.
  • Compact when collapsed, making it easy to transport in a gear bag for on-location shoots.

👎 Cons

  • 20-inch diameter produces a relatively small light source, limiting its effectiveness for full-body portraits or larger subjects.
  • Designed specifically for speedlights, so it cannot accommodate studio strobes or continuous light heads.
  • The umbrella-style construction is less rigid than traditional softboxes with metal rod frames, which can affect shape consistency.
  • Handle grip mounting may not be as stable as a dedicated Bowens or speed ring mount on heavier light stands.

Frequently Asked Questions

The softbox uses an umbrella-style folding system—you open and close it the same way you would a compact umbrella, allowing setup and teardown in seconds without any rods or assembly.
Yes, it includes a removable internal baffle in addition to the outer diffusion panel, giving you double diffusion to reduce hotspots and produce softer, more even light.
Yes, the built-in handle grip allows you to hold it by hand or mount it onto a tripod or light stand, and an angle control lever lets you lock in your desired position.
The interior is silver-coated to maximize light reflection, ensuring more of your speedlight's output is directed forward through the diffusion panels.
The softbox has a 20-inch (50cm) diameter in its hexagonal open configuration.