Umbrellas, softboxes, lightboxes
This category includes softboxes and light boxes designed to produce smooth, diffused lighting for photo and video. You'll find compact foldable softboxes for travel, round octaboxes for flattering portraits, stripboxes for rim and product highlights, plus grids and adapters to shape the light. Friendly and informative — browse sizes and compatibility to pick the right lighting solution for studio, home, or location shoots.
Softboxes and light boxes are essential tools for photographers and videographers who need controlled, soft illumination. In this category you will find rectangular and square softboxes, octaboxes that create a round catchlight, stripboxes for narrow, directional highlights, and portable pop-up models ideal for on-the-go work. We also offer accessories such as grids, inner and outer diffusers, speedrings, and adapters for various flash and continuous light mounts.
Common use cases include portrait photography, product and e-commerce shots, video streaming, vlogging, and studio portraits. Small softboxes (30–50 cm) are great for detail work and portability; medium sizes (60–90 cm) are versatile for headshots and product images; large light boxes (110 cm and above) produce very soft, flattering light for full-body and beauty portraits.
Materials typically include a lightweight metal or fiberglass frame and durable nylon or oxford fabric with a reflective inner lining in silver or white. Inner and outer diffusers soften the light progressively, while honeycomb grids narrow the beam for more directional control. Pay attention to the mounting system—common standards like Bowens, various speedrings, or dedicated speedlight brackets determine compatibility with your existing lights.
Benefits of using a softbox are even light distribution, reduced hotspots, and softer shadows, which make skin tones and textures look more natural. For outdoor shoots, choose sturdier frames and consider sandbags or clamps to secure stands. For live streaming or home studios, compact and easy-to-assemble models save space and setup time.
How to choose: define your main application first—studio vs. location; then select the shape and size based on subject scale. Octaboxes give pleasing catchlights for portraits, stripboxes are excellent for hair and edge lighting, and rectangular boxes work well for group setups and products. Verify adapter and mount compatibility with your flashes or continuous heads, and consider buying a grid if you need more directional control.
- Soft, even, diffused light for portraits and products
- Available in octa, strip, rectangular and pop-up designs
- Portable foldable models and robust studio-grade boxes
- Includes accessories: grids, diffusers, speedrings, adapters
- Compatible with many flash and continuous light systems
- Materials: reflective inner lining, durable fabric, sturdy frame
