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Phottix Rani II Folding Beauty Dish 33in (85cm)

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Phottix Rani II Folding Beauty Dish 33in (85cm)

Name: Phottix Rani II Folding Beauty Dish 33in (85cm)
Brand: Phottix
SKU: Rani II

Collapsible 33-inch silver beauty dish with Bowens mount that sets up in seconds for on-location portrait work.

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Overview

The Phottix Rani II addresses a long-standing frustration with traditional beauty dishes: they produce gorgeous light but are rigid, bulky, and awkward to transport. This 33-inch (85cm) folding beauty dish collapses flat using a "Push and Pull" hub mechanism — no rods to thread, no panels to align. Open it, mount it on any Bowens-compatible strobe, and you're shooting. For photographers who work on location or move between studios, the time saved on setup and teardown is substantial.

The silver interior is engineered to maximize light output and contrast, producing the punchy, wrap-around illumination that makes beauty dishes a staple of portrait and fashion work. Phottix includes a front diffuser for softening the output, an internal deflector to redirect the central hot spot, and a central reflector disc for further light shaping. This accessory set lets you move from high-contrast editorial looks to softer beauty lighting without swapping modifiers. The Bowens mount provides compatibility with the widest range of strobes on the market, making the Rani II a flexible addition to most lighting kits.

Specifications

Brand

Phottix

Model

Rani II (PH82766)

Diameter

33 inches (85cm)

Mount Type

Bowens

Interior

Silver

Design

Folding with "Push and Pull" System

Included Accessories

Front Diffuser, Internal Deflector, Central Reflector Disc, Fabric Panel

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

Folds flat for transport without disassembling rods or panels
Push-and-pull mechanism allows setup in seconds on location
Silver interior produces high-contrast, punchy light output
Bowens mount ensures broad compatibility with popular strobe brands
Includes front diffuser, deflector, and reflector disc for versatile light shaping

👎 Cons

33-inch diameter produces a smaller light source than full-size 22–28 inch rigid beauty dishes when accounting for effective spread
Silver interior only — no option to switch to a white interior for softer output
Folding fabric construction is less rigid than metal beauty dishes, which can slightly affect light consistency
Bowens-only mount requires an adapter for brands using proprietary mounts like Profoto or Elinchrom

Frequently Asked Questions

What mount type does the Rani II use?

It uses a Bowens-style mount, which is compatible with a wide range of studio strobes and monolights from brands like Godox, Flashpoint, and others that use the Bowens standard.

How does the folding mechanism work?

The Rani II uses a "Push and Pull" system — you push the central hub to collapse the dish flat for transport, and pull it to pop the dish open into its full 33-inch parabolic shape. No rods or assembly required.

What diffusion options are included?

The dish comes with a front diffuser panel, an internal deflector, and a central reflector disc, giving you multiple ways to control light quality from specular to soft.

Why does this beauty dish have a silver interior instead of white?

The silver interior produces more contrast and light output compared to a white interior, delivering punchier highlights and more defined shadow edges — a look favored in fashion and beauty photography.

What is the collapsed size for transport?

The folding design allows the 33-inch dish to collapse into a compact, flat form that fits easily into a carrying bag, though the exact packed diameter depends on the dish's rim construction.