Xlite 65cm Shallow Umbrella Octa Softbox + Grid for Bowens & S-Type

Xlite 65cm Shallow Umbrella Octa Softbox + Grid for Bowens & S-Type

Xlites Shallow Series Softboxes come shaped as an Octa and in two sizes 65cm and 105cm. Designed with a recessed front edge so the included grid can be easily fitted in order to meet the specific needs of all types of photographers. These newly designed lighting modifiers have been manufactured to stand up to everyday use by professional photographers.

Xlite Shallow Octa Softbox for Bowens & S-Type features:

Durable, heat-resistant material, making it suitable for use with any flash, LED and fluorescent light sources

Stippled silver lining, for even, edge-to-edge light throughout the softbox

Coated outer diffuser, for more durability and to eliminate magenta colour shift

Inner diffuser, for a more even and softer look

Grid, for better control of light on the subject or background.

Folds down like a regular Umbrella, but expands straight into a octa softbox for instant use

Xlite Shallow Octa softboxes create a unique, natural-looking light that is not easily replicated by traditional square or rectangular softboxes. These unique features make Octa softboxes ideal for portraiture and fashion photography. The rounded shape of an octa creates a natural, round catch light in the subjects’ eyes. Unlike traditional square or rectangular softboxes, octa softboxes do not have a long straight edge. This creates a wrapping effect that opens up shadows and creates a natural, gradual gradient from highlight to shadow. Octa softboxes are typically used as a main light, or as a soft fill light indoors or out.

Perfect for on-location shooting. It folds down like a regular umbrella but expands straight into a octa softbox for instant use, saving time over traditional softboxes which require rods and speed rings for assembly. The recessed front diffuser allows for more precise positioning and feathering of light. Included is a removable grid and mask to better control light spill in situations when accuracy is essential.