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CLAR SoftBox, 70watt Fluorescent Light Unit with Built in 19.5x27.5" Silver Soft Box, with AC Plug and Spiral Fluorescent 5500K Bulb (translates into 350watt)

SKU: FPSSB MFR: VL5070
$49.95
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Key Features

  • Achieve professional studio lighting with this 70W fluorescent softbox, perfect for portraits.
  • Enjoy energy-efficient, continuous lighting with a 5500K color temperature for true colors.
  • Set up easily with the included AC plug and integrated socket assembly; great for beginners.
  • Get even lighting with the 20x27" silver softbox and front diffusion baffle for soft shadows.
  • Durable construction ensures long-lasting performance for all your photography lighting needs.
  • Control brightness effectively with this fluorescent light unit, ideal for various shooting setups.
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Chelsea W : Are the softboxes removable and able to be replaced with other sizes?MICHAEL D : Hi Chelsea, Unfortunately no. The support rods are not user-replaceable and you cannot put different sized modifiers on the light. Please email us at brands@adorama.com and we can explore additional options that best fit your needs.
Shopper : Are the softboxes removeable and able to be replaced with other sizes?MICHAEL D : Unfortunately no. The support rods are not user-replaceable and you cannot put different sized modifiers on the light. Please email us at brands@adorama.com and we can explore additional options that best fit your needs.BRYAN D : As far as I can tell, the silver/black cloth box itself can be removed from its wire frame. (It's fastened by velcro.) But the frame is still the same size; I don't see how you could change its size. Well, maybe you could fit a smaller box to the framework if you had to. But it would be easier just to "mask" off part of it as it is with black cloth.
Mark D : Is there an LED upgrade bulb for this model?Brands@ A : it can power any standard screw in bulbWAYNE L : Possibly. I've been measuring LED bulbs with the Argyll Pro Colormeter with an XRite ColorMunki. Inexpensive daylight balanced LEDs haven't measured very well (CRI, TLCI, R9. etc.) until I measured the newest Cree LEDs that are available in a local hardware store CREE, TLCI, and most importantly R9 (i.e. red response) measure noticeably better than older daylight balanced LEDs have measured. Search for "Cree100W Equivalent Daylight (5000K) A21 Dimmable LED Light Bulb"

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Review Summary

2023-03-14T02:19:44

Rated 5 out of 5

Great kit for the money.

I bought this Ten years ago before LEDs. It is a great kit for the money.

Mark G.

2022-06-03T08:57:17

Rated 5 out of 5

Great value

Bought them for my daughter. She uses them for product photography and online clothing shows. They work very, very well. I don?t know long term but we are very happy with the quality and value.

Murl M.

2022-04-15T09:03:20

Rated 5 out of 5

run hot but worth it

I got really sick from LED lights when shooting video content or having a makeup artist work on my face - these bulbs do get hot but better than being sick like the flu and stomach ache for 2 days due to cheap LEDs that flicker.

MIRANDA S.

2021-12-02T10:37:05

Rated 4 out of 5

Works well, but could include more commonly-used lightbulbs

Works great! The only problem is that one of the lights that came with it didn't work, and it's hard if not impossible to find another light of the same wattage and color temperature. If they manufacturers replace the bulbs with more commonly-used ones, I would give this 5 stars

Erin D.

2021-10-17T14:04:39

Rated 4 out of 5

I love the sturdy tripod. Its do stable to the ground. Love the big size bulb

I love the sturdy tripod. Its do stable to the ground. Love the big size bulb

MEKONNEN G.

2021-05-06T17:41:56

Rated 3 out of 5

Good light questionable plastic

I liked the light quality and the box size was nice for portraits. I also used it for back lighting other translucent items to see textures for some macros. The problem I had was the plastic coupler for the 5/8 adaptor broke after a handful of uses. It seemed to be too much weight on that plastic piece.

Wayne M.

2021-02-19T12:51:01

Rated 3 out of 5

Pleased

Lights are very useful. Light stands aren’t great, but they do the job.

WHISKEY E.

2021-02-07T09:27:16

Rated 5 out of 5

Better than I hoped for

These lights are much nicer than I expected. I like how big they are and how high the stands can extend.

JERRY S.

2021-01-17T10:31:59

Rated 4 out of 5

Great entry level light!

It is a really nice product for the price you pay.

Leandro R.

2021-01-12T10:04:28

Rated 5 out of 5

Light up your subject

I needed more lighting and this is a perfect fit at a great price

MICHAEL P.

2021-01-06T01:48:36

Rated 5 out of 5

Affordable Two Light Soft Boxes with Stands

Easy setup 2 continuous light boxes with stands and carry bag.

MICHAEL K.

2020-12-08T08:04:40

Rated 5 out of 5

Good bang for your buck!

Very good choice for the photographer on a budget.

MICHELLE F.

2020-12-07T15:57:21

Rated 5 out of 5

Great budget soft box

It is great for the price. Works as it should. You many consider a brighter bulb, but the one that came with it worked for me.

Harold S.

2020-09-22T08:31:52

Rated 5 out of 5

Great starter equipment

Exactly as described, super easy to set up and use. Excellent value for money.

AMY C.

2020-08-19T10:56:53

Rated 5 out of 5

Why the CLAR lighting system is AWESOME!

As the owner of a small ad agency, we are called upon to do table top photography from time to time. We don't have a typical photography studio on site and have struggled to produce color neutral images with more expensive lighting systems than the CLAR equipment. With CLAR, the 5500K bulbs make achieving product color fidelity infinitely easier with our Canon T2i with no color retouching necessary. Last but no least, you can't beat the price and ease of set up. Two big thumbs up!

YVONNE P.

2020-07-21T15:41:37

Rated 3 out of 5

good

could be brighter but it fits its price range. BEGINNER TIER

JORDAN R.

2020-06-04T08:56:10

Rated 5 out of 5

Loved these lights

It was a great light set up for me as a beginner, definitely helping get my rembrandt lighting techniques down. Everything arrived in one piece with no damages. I also love hoe easy it is to carry around with me to different shoots.

JOSHUA B.

2020-06-04T08:29:16

Rated 5 out of 5

Need professional lighting?

It lights up the room !

CHRISTIAN H.

2020-02-27T07:49:04

Rated 5 out of 5

Easy to use

Easy use in the light set up that I have.

Michael T.

2020-02-19T07:16:26

Rated 5 out of 5

Cool Light

Great Value! Easy setup and works as expected, nice soft light with no heat.

DAVE G.

2020-02-15T09:54:16

Rated 5 out of 5

No Disappointments!

I needed a simple softbox setup for taking product shots for my wife's business. This set gives me the nice soft and balanced lighting I was looking for in the size I needed. The product quality is better than some reviews lead me to believe. Since I'm only using these lights at home for the most part, I'm certain I will get years of good use from them. They will certainly help out with some of my portrait work as well. Although these are considered entry level lights, I ordered them from Adorama because I trust them to sell only quality items and I'm so glad I didn't give into low price items on Amazon.

Jon S.

2020-02-10T02:59:03

Rated 5 out of 5

Great product for the price.

I did not know what to expect when I order the CLAR 2-Light SoftBox Kit. I am happy with my purchase. They setup and break down quickly and easily. The quality is better than I expected. The light output meets my needs. I take portraits of my family. This kit makes lighting them easier than table lamps I have tried to use in the past.

Mark C.

2020-01-27T11:17:46

Rated 5 out of 5

Great purchase!

Love these lights! Easy to use, the case is handy and I’m glad the bulbs are already installed.

Rebecca V.

2020-01-15T07:26:16

Rated 5 out of 5

Quality

Love these!

KATIE C.

2019-10-11T13:43:44

Rated 3 out of 5

Works, but may not be the best option if you plan to travel with it.

The equipment worked great. The support to keep the box open is a bit hard to set up and if you are going to be traveling with the equipment it does not seem as though the flimsy supports will last through multiple setup/teardowns.

ELECTRICAL E.

2019-01-25T10:25:24

Rated 4 out of 5

Good purchase

So far, I am very happy with the purchase. These were bought after viewing an Adorama tutorial on imaging old photos. They seem to be exactly what the doctor order. It may just be me, but they are pretty big, and I was looking to be able to turn the lights sideways but haven't found a way to do it. Other than that, I am happy with my purchase.

Barbara A.

2019-01-07T13:15:11

Rated 2 out of 5

A Long Way From Home

Too large for moving around the city.

Laura N.

2018-12-09T11:21:23

Rated 4 out of 5

Light isn't real bright

Nice kit but the lights aren't that bright. They will work but U need to adjust aperture & iso to get your shutter speed up. The soft boxes only fit the light sockets. They can't be removed & used with a speed light. The stands can be used in other applications tho. The 11/16" stud accepts an off camea flash adapter & my XPLOR 600

MICHAEL R.

2018-10-26T05:01:35

Rated 5 out of 5

Terrific lighting kit!

This is the first time I've bought something and had it set up and ready to go in 10 minutes. The stands are heavy duty and the clamps stay where you put them. The lights are nice and bright. Best of all it packs up into a nice case. It was a great purchase.

QuiltCat

2018-09-04T12:02:51

Rated 5 out of 5

Awesome

Great product works well easy to assemble. Came lightnening fast! Great company follow up and care as well. A+

Daniel H.

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CLAR SoftBox light Specifications

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  • Number of Heads/Lights

    1

  • Number Lamps Per Head

    1 Lamps

  • Fixture Type

    Bulb Light

  • Lamps

    1 X 70 W

  • Color Temperature

    5500K

  • Power Requirements

    AC

  • Power

    70 W

  • Input Voltage

    120 V

  • Mounting

    5/8 Stud

  • UPC Code

    410000015186

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17 Accessories for CLAR SoftBox, 70watt Fluorescent Light Unit with Built in 19.5x27.5" Silver Soft Box, with AC Plug and Spiral Fluorescent 5500K Bulb (translates into 350watt)

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About CLAR SoftBox light

FEATURED REVIEWS

Excellent lighting system

By Silverhawk

Take about 10-15 minutes to set it up, but once there all you have to do is start taking pictures. Haven't had any issues with it. It's more portable than any of the other lighting systems I have (thanks to the handy carry case). Even after 2 hours of constant use the bulbs run cool to the touch with the translucent filters velcroed onto the front. The color temperature is just right for a light background (haven't tried a dark background yet). This system is absolutely perfect for my home ph...

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a pleasant surprise!!

By bbaa1

i like these lights...an excellent choice for still and video dslr work!!!

The CLAR 20" x 27" Fluorescent SoftBox with AC Plug and Spiral 85W Bulb is easy to assemble and keeps its cool despite the high output. The unit comes with a flicker-free compact fluorescent, daylight balanced spiral bulb, rated at 5500 degrees Kelvin. 85 watts in fluorescent technology translates into 350 watts of quartz light output to deliver much more lumens per KW. Even more, the softbox hardware snaps into place, similar to our popular EZ Lock system. Screw the bulb into the socket, unfold the softbox, connect to an AC source and flip the switch. No rods to struggle with, no speed rings to align with the rods. This long-lasting "cool" light emits very little heat and can stay on all day long without a problem of overheating or energy draw.

The CLAR FL Softbox can be used with the simplest digital cameras or camcorders as the continuous light creates a WYSIWYG scenario. Just aim and shoot to capture subjects with mastering a new photographic technique. The right amount of diffusion and the smoothest of lightbox positioning options. The mild temperature output makes it ideal for shooting portraits or still life.

And, when you're done, remove the bulb, fold the four sides together, like an umbrella, and be on your way.

CLAR SoftBox light Features

  • A complete 350W equivalent softbox light unit built around cool fluorescents
  • Compact and efficient
  • Mounts on any support with a 5/8 stud
  • The constant light is WYSIWYG simple

Warranty Information

This product has a limited warranty of 12 months.

800-815-0702

Key Features

  • Achieve professional studio lighting with this 70W fluorescent softbox, perfect for portraits.
  • Enjoy energy-efficient, continuous lighting with a 5500K color temperature for true colors.
  • Set up easily with the included AC plug and integrated socket assembly; great for beginners.
  • Get even lighting with the 20x27" silver softbox and front diffusion baffle for soft shadows.
  • Durable construction ensures long-lasting performance for all your photography lighting needs.
  • Control brightness effectively with this fluorescent light unit, ideal for various shooting setups.

What's in the box:

  • CLAR 70 Watt Spiral Fluorescent 5500½K Bulb
  • 20 x 27 " Silver Soft Box
  • Socket Assembly
  • Front Diffusion Baffle
  • Storage Case
  • CLAR 1 Year Limited Warranty