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Neewer 47" Parabolic Softbox Bowens Mount Quick Setup

★★★★★4.7 (84 reviews)

Quick-setup 47" parabolic softbox with honeycomb grid and dual diffusers for professional, even lighting on any Bowens mount strobe.

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Overview

The Neewer 47" Parabolic Softbox is a versatile light modifier designed for photographers and videographers who need professional-quality diffusion with minimal setup time. Its deep parabolic shape, measuring 47.2" x 29.3" at the opening, creates a wraparound quality of light that flatters portraits, product shots, and fashion work. The interior is lined with a reflective silver coating on thickened nylon cloth, which helps maximize output from your strobe or LED while preserving natural color accuracy. Sixteen highly resilient ribs provide the structural backbone, snapping into place quickly and holding a consistent shape through repeated use.

Light control options are extensive for a single modifier. Two removable diffusion layers—one internal and one external—can be used individually or together to fine-tune the softness and spread of the output. The included honeycomb grid restricts the beam angle to roughly 45 degrees, reducing unwanted spill onto backgrounds or set walls. All accessories attach via hook-and-loop fasteners for fast swaps between setups. The standard Bowens mount ensures broad compatibility across major strobe and continuous light brands, and at just over five pounds, the entire unit packs down into a drawstring bag for straightforward transport to location shoots.

Key Features

【Professional Parabolic Softbox】 This deep, parabolic softbox features an opening size of 47.2" x 29.3"/ 120 x 74.5cm, with a smooth, even silver internal coating on the thickened nylon cloth that broadens, diffuses, and softens light while retaining the original color rendition. Includes two layers of light diffusers and a honeycomb grid for optimal output

【Lightweight Nylon Alloy Quick Folding Design】 Pull up the ribs to unfold and lock this softbox in seconds, then just push and hold the quick release buttons to fold up. 16 highly resilient ribs bring incomparable durability and an impeccable shape that can withstand tens of thousands of presses without deformation. Even the mounting plate is upgraded with nylon alloy to ensure its lightweight yet durable design that is robust, anti rust, and can withstand daily wear

【Honeycomb Grid & Diffusers】 The internal and external diffusers can be combined for an even softer and more diffused light, and can be fastened via touch fasteners for easy assembly. The honeycomb grid directs light at 45° and reduces spill, providing a distinctive soft yet punchy lighting effect that defines the model's facial structure

【Standard Bowens Mount】 Seamlessly compatible with Godox SL60w compatible with Apture 120D 60D compatible with Amaran 100x 150c 600d NEEWER Q4 Vision 4 CB200B RGB CB60 MS60B MS60C MS150B S101-300WPRO/400W Pro and other Bowens mount studio strobe lights and continuous LED video lights

【Portable Drawstring Bag】 At merely 5.1lb/2.31kg, this collapsible softbox can be folded, and is easy to store and transport inside the included drawstring bag. Perfect for portraits, product photography, beauty & fashion shoots, weddings, corporate headshots, and other photography styles

Specifications

Type
Parabolic Softbox
Opening Size
47.2" x 29.3" (120 x 74.5 cm)
Mount
Standard Bowens Mount
Material
Nylon Alloy Frame, Thickened Nylon Cloth
Interior Coating
Reflective Silver
Ribs
16
Weight
5.1 lb (2.31 kg)
Included Accessories
Internal Diffuser, External Diffuser, Honeycomb Grid, Drawstring Carrying Bag
Grid Beam Angle
45°

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Quick-folding rib design sets up and collapses in seconds without disassembling individual rods
  • Quick-folding rib mechanism allows setup and teardown in seconds without tools
  • Dual diffusion layers and honeycomb grid provide versatile light shaping options
  • Includes both a honeycomb grid and dual diffusion layers for versatile light shaping
  • Deep parabolic shape produces natural-looking wraparound light with a gradual falloff
  • Universal Bowens mount fits a wide range of popular studio strobes and LED lights
  • Lightweight at just 5.1 lbs with a collapsible design and included carrying bag
  • Lightweight at 5.1 lbs with a carry bag included for easy transport
  • Bowens mount fits a wide range of popular studio strobes and LED lights
  • Silver interior coating maintains accurate color rendition while maximizing light efficiency

👎 Cons

  • 47-inch size may be cumbersome in small studio spaces or tight shooting environments
  • The 47-inch opening size may be too large for very tight shooting spaces or small studios
  • Honeycomb grid attaches via hook-and-loop, which can wear over time with heavy use
  • Mounting plate and ribs are nylon alloy, which may flex more than metal under heavy strobe heads
  • Honeycomb grid attaches via hook-and-loop and can shift if not carefully aligned
  • Does not include a speed ring adapter for non-Bowens mount lights
  • The parabolic shape produces a specific light quality that may not suit every shooting style
  • Does not include a speed ring adapter for non-Bowens mount lights

Frequently Asked Questions

The quick-folding design lets you pull up the 16 ribs to lock the softbox open in seconds, and two quick-release buttons allow you to collapse it just as fast for packing.
The quick-folding rib design lets you pull up the ribs to unfold and lock the softbox in just a few seconds, with no tools required.
Yes, it uses a standard Bowens mount, so it is compatible with Godox SL60W, Aputure 120D/60D, Amaran series, Neewer strobes, and other Bowens mount lights.
It comes with an internal diffuser, an external diffuser, and a honeycomb grid. These can be used individually or combined for different levels of softness and directional control.
It uses a standard Bowens mount, making it compatible with a wide range of studio strobes and LED continuous lights from brands like Godox, Neewer, Amaran, and Aputure.
The softbox comes with two layers of diffusion fabric (internal and external), a honeycomb grid, and a drawstring carrying bag.
The grid narrows the beam to approximately 45 degrees, reducing light spill and creating more directional, controlled illumination with defined shadows.
The grid narrows the beam to approximately 45 degrees and reduces light spill, creating a soft but more focused and directional light that adds definition and separation to your subject.
The softbox weighs just 5.1 pounds (2.31 kg) and folds down into the included drawstring carry bag, making it manageable for location shoots.
The entire unit weighs approximately 5.1 pounds (2.31 kg), making it lightweight enough for portable location work.

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