Glow ParaPop 38" Portable Softbox With Bowens Mount Adapter

2024-02-15T03:25:33

Excellent light quality and extremely easy to use

Karen E.

2023-08-29T11:14:18

I have used several similar modifiers, this one tops them all. Very easy to set up, the 12 sides make a nearly round catch light. Super easy set up. the carry bag even fits an s-bracket for some strobes. I can recommend this for sure.

Todd G.

2023-08-16T10:23:50

Love this softbox. Always take it with me.

Louis H.

2022-07-29T08:41:14

TL;DR: Nice and portable. Sets up and collapses reasonably easy. Longer review: The Glow Softbox comes with a carrying case, a mount for both an off-camera flash setup or mounting the softbox to strobes, and two diffusive sheets. It folds down nicely to fit into a carrying case a little bigger than what you'd have for a tripod, if not quite long enough to carry the tripod with it. Both diffusive layers work nicely and even with a low-power flash such as the godox tt350 it creates a lot of light indoors. However there are some issues. Setup is relatively easy, however the mechanism that flares the umbrella is, for lack of a better word, stiff. It takes a good deal of force to get the fingers of the umbrella up into the catches around the full circle and it feels like you might break something though I doubt you will. Then getting it to collapse again for storage requires a lot of pressure on the two sets of release mechanisms. This is not to say its bad, just be prepared as it will require a lot of strength to get the umbrella assembled and collapsed down.

daniel K.

2022-06-20T09:44:59

This soft box gets the job done, materials are pretty good for the price, but I've had two major problems with it: 1) To make use of the Bowens mount, you have to detach a smaller adapter made for smaller flashes screwed into the front, which is made easy by removing 3 screws. For the life of me (and the poor little screwdriver included), I and a few others could not remove this adapter with any other type of screwdriver, and I had to make the executive decision to cut it off entirely, rendering it useless and probably boiling any sort of warranty/protection program. As I only plan on using this softbox with a bigger strobe, it's not the end of the world for me, but if you plan on using this soft box back and forth between big strobe units & smaller flashes, this could be a dealbreaker. 2) The mechanism to collapse the soft box is the worst I've ever used, it jams & locks up way too much for my liking. I would say there's a 50/50 chance that you'll actually be able to close the soft box, it's that bad. I couldn't tell you the amount of times I've left photoshoots embarrassed because I had to pack a wide open soft box in my car because I could not collapse it. I've kept this soft box because it came at a great deal included in a strobe kit, and when it actually works it works just fine, but I could not recommend this to anyone due to the build quality.

Thomas L.

2022-05-23T08:56:15

Quick setup and breakdown. Sturdy build. I love it.

Joseph P.

2022-04-29T09:06:25

Incredibly convenient. I?ve used for years

Joedy B.

2022-04-12T15:58:28

Easy to setup, easy to pack up. These Parapop are gray when mult-faceted light modifiers are needed outside the studio.

Joesph O.

2022-01-04T10:19:48

Easy set up and take down, quick storage and mounting

CRAIG B.

2021-12-23T12:28:49

This equipment is so awesome. The kit was exactly what I needed and the GlowPop is an excellent accessory for these strobes. The C-Stands are incredible. I thought to myself ?I?ll get the kit, sell the c-stands, and maybe splurge on some extra accessories.? NOPE! I don?t think I?ll ever part with them. They were a necessity I didn?t know I needed.

Zachary L.

2021-12-21T11:17:07

This parapop & Bowens adapter are perfect for my indoor Christmas family photo. I love how the light is soft & not over exposed on their faces. The ugly huge shadow behind everyone is gone too. Thank you Adorama for fast service & educational videos.

VICKI A.

2021-12-15T08:22:58

This is a great take anywhere softbox.

Craig R.

2021-12-14T16:39:15

Decent price especially when it was on sale, but the build quality of this is a little lacking. Almost stripped all three Phillips head screws when changing out from speed light to Bowens mount. The provided screwdriver is near useless and honestly could've been worse than useless had I not switched over to one of my own screwdrivers after growing impatient with it. Other than that I'm sure I'm going to get years of good service out of this softbox. It's a decent price with a solid closing mechanism. Just be aware of that.

PAUL K.

2021-12-13T10:14:40

This thing is easy to carry, easy to set up. Easy to break down. Perfect.

Ben F.

2021-12-13T10:13:11

Very easy to use once you have it together its quick to open just as quick to close and put away

CURTIS S.

2021-12-12T07:37:15

Compact, practical and great quality. Ideal for on location shoots.

JAVIER F.

2021-12-10T07:46:45

Great on-the-go modifier! Easy to set up and take down. Lightweight and super portable! The light it produces is soft and even! This is my second purchase of the same product because I love it so much! I use OCF most often outdoors on-location and this is just the perfect size and versatility for my work!

Alishia P.

2021-12-04T06:10:08

very nice and a very nice bag

Gary T.

2021-09-13T09:08:54

Love this soft box. quick and easy to use- we take it on location to every wedding. Just be sure to bring sandbags if you?re outdoors

MELANIE M.

2021-08-27T12:52:07

Pairs well with the AD400 Pro. Opens and closes in seconds, and the diffuser and baffle remain in place. Some reviews mentioned the difficulty of closing the softbox with the two release levers, but I have found that if you follow recommendations to first place the softbox facedown on a firm surface that it becomes a very easy operation.

Steven S.

2021-08-19T13:45:08

Does a great job. After you learn the setup and is easy and fast to set up. I may have to buy another one soon .

STANLEY H.

2021-08-04T08:11:14

Great product. Easy setup and well made. Great for a quick breakdown on the go. High recommend.

MICHAEL L.

2021-07-27T21:54:43

I love this soft box for a couple reasons. First, it gives a beautiful light when used with my Flashpoint Xplore 600 monolight. Second, I have a number of soft boxes and they are not easy to tear down and setup! So much so, that they just stay assembled all the time, and any time I need to go on location and fold things up, the Parapop comes with. You can get huge soft boxes for in the studio, but I find the 38 inch is a great compromise between portability, and softer light.

Jim J.

2021-07-15T08:50:35

Perfect for outdoor headshots. Great results used with my Explore 600

LARRY W.

2021-07-15T08:46:50

this soft box is perfect for outdoor portraits. Easy to breakdown and transport. Quick prep for shoot.

LARRY W.

2021-06-28T08:25:31

It was a perfect addition to my AD 200 pro. Created soft light for my outdoor Senior Shoots.

GREG K.

2021-06-04T22:27:49

Glow Parapop 38 Inch, so far so good, having setup the smaller 28 inch version before made it easier, the screw driver they give to remove the mount to put on the regular Bowens mount is practically worthless , it is too small for the amount of torque you need to apply to remove the 3 screws, luckily I had a computer tool kit with the required very small philips head, using it it with a Flashpoint Ad300 Pro and the S2 bracket, it works great pushing the 2 squeeze points is actually easier than on the 28 inch Parapop, looking forward to getting years of service with this softbox.

Quy T.

2021-05-01T05:16:53

I got this free in a package deal. I had planned on selling but once I played with it, I decided to keep . love the weight. Only time will tell how it holds up.

Janice B.

2021-04-21T08:33:30

I bought this based on a recommendation, and now it is my go-to lighting modifier on location. It sets up quickly and easily, it is highly effective, and easy to transport!

Cathleen N.

2021-04-19T08:49:30

Great lighting with a fast setup

ROY I.