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Phottix PH82621 Octagon Softbox 150cm Lighting

★★★★★3.3 (18 reviews)

Achieve Soft, Flattering Light with the Phottix Octagon Softbox The Phottix Octagon Softbox is a large lighting modifier designed to produce soft, even illumination. Ideal for portraits and group shots, it creates professional lighting effects with beautiful catchlights. Specifications: Shap...

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Overview

Achieve Soft, Flattering Light with the Phottix Octagon Softbox

The Phottix Octagon Softbox is a large lighting modifier designed to produce soft, even illumination. Ideal for portraits and group shots, it creates professional lighting effects with beautiful catchlights.

Specifications:

  • Shape: Octagon
  • Size: 150cm
  • Interior: Pro-grade Omni-bounce silver reflective fabric
  • Baffle: Interior white baffle for softer light
  • Application: Portrait and group photography

Key Features

Provides exceptional illumination for fashion and portrait photography and is great as a rim light Additionally, the shape of the Softbox makes it easier to create circular catchlights in the subjects eyes

The interior of the Softbox features reflective silver interior fabric in order to maintain power and direct light forward while a removable interior baffle and front diffusion panel allow for control over the degree of softness Interchangeable speed-rings allow for attachment to a variety of different lighting options

Made from heat-resistant materials and internal fiberglass supports and can be rapidly set up or folded down

Comes with a carrying case for easy storage and transport

Features a Limited 1-Year Warranty

Specifications

Type
Octagon Softbox
Size
150cm
Interior Fabric
Reflective silver
Diffusion Control
Removable interior baffle, Front diffusion panel
Construction Material
Heat-resistant materials, Internal fiberglass supports
Included Accessories
Carrying case
Warranty
Limited 1-Year Warranty

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Provides exceptional illumination for fashion and portrait photography, creating desirable light quality
  • Facilitates the creation of circular catchlights in subjects' eyes, enhancing portrait aesthetics
  • Features a reflective silver interior to maintain power and effectively direct light forward
  • Includes a removable interior baffle and front diffusion panel for precise control over light softness
  • Constructed from heat-resistant materials and internal fiberglass supports for durability and quick setup

👎 Cons

  • The 150cm size might be cumbersome for photographers working in very small studio spaces or on location
  • Interchangeable speed-rings are mentioned, but specific compatible lighting brands or mount types are not listed
  • The softbox is an accessory, requiring a separate light source and stand to be fully functional
  • Specific details on the type of fabric used for the diffusion panels are not provided
  • As a large light modifier, it may be more susceptible to wind when used outdoors without proper weighting

Frequently Asked Questions

This softbox has a diameter of 150cm, providing a large light source for photography.
The interior of the softbox features reflective silver fabric, designed to maintain light power and direct it efficiently.
Yes, it includes a removable interior baffle and a front diffusion panel, allowing control over the degree of light softness.
Yes, it comes with a carrying case for easy storage and transport.
It is noted to provide exceptional illumination for fashion and portrait photography, and is also effective as a rim light.
It is made from heat-resistant materials and internal fiberglass supports, ensuring it can be rapidly set up or folded down.

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