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Glow 40" Translucent Umbrella

SKU: GLU40T MFR: GL-U-40T
$9.95
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Key Features

  • Achieve soft, diffused lighting with this 40" translucent umbrella, perfect for portraits.
  • This Glow umbrella's portable design makes it an essential light modifier for on-location shoots.
  • Durable construction ensures this photography umbrella withstands frequent use, a great value!
  • Quickly soften harsh shadows using this 40" umbrella, ideal for studio or outdoor photography.
  • Lightweight and easy to use, this translucent umbrella is great for beginners and pros alike.
  • Get even light distribution with this Glow umbrella, enhancing your subject's natural beauty.
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I K : How many mm thick is the rod? What's the actual umbrella's size in diameter?MARK F : Normal umbrella size for monolights. Perfect fit.
Shopper : Are these suitable for use with 500 watt Tota lights?Brands@ A : yes
CHAYA B : Does this umbrella have fiberglass ribs?JYANSEL B : No, the entire frame is metalBrands@ A : They look like metal

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2025-05-20T07:27:57

Rated 5 out of 5

good, cheap umbrella

works great, easy to set up, hasn't pinched my fingers once, didn't notice it transformed into a shoot through until i already bought it but that was a welcome surprise

JULIAN D.

2024-08-31T13:35:27

Rated 3 out of 5

it is a translucent umbrella. don't print a color logo on it.

I've never seen another umbrella with logo printed on them. It won't affect color much but knowing it is there and some light is passing through it makes me wanna buy something else instead.

YUBO D.

2024-06-30T02:11:21

Rated 5 out of 5

No better ROI as far as light modifiers go.

For $15 you'd have to be crazy not to have this in your lighting kit. Super simple, setup doesn't get any easier than this. Shoot through the white umbrella for a nice soft light. If you need more punch put the black cover over the umbrella and shoot into the slightly diffused silver and adjust distance accordingly. Inexpensive, lightweight, compact, functional.

Doug K.

2024-06-12T08:30:02

Rated 5 out of 5

60 inch umbrella, Can't wait to use for next studio session

I do a lot of in home sessions and all my gear has to be able to save space. I'm excited to be able to use this umbrella- When I get to photograph newborn, I like to be able to have the white umbrella to soften the light on the baby, I have others but just don't feel that it is an even cast. This should really do the trick!

KATIE S.

2024-04-12T17:55:32

Rated 5 out of 5

Great umbrella

Great umbrella for the price. The light diffuses well. It collapses and goes up easily. The only small problem I have is that the pole dents if mounted a bit tighter than just snugly.

Elijah C.

2023-10-01T13:29:58

Rated 4 out of 5

Does great - Exactly what I'd expect

For an Umbrella it does exactly what it is designed to do. Hold out the Rai- I mean, reflect light. Setup with my lighting system works as intended, and I have no complaints.

JADEN B.

2023-07-12T09:47:16

Rated 4 out of 5

Good but no strap as pictured

Would be 5 stars if the case actually had the handles pictured in the product description. Otherwise, good stuff.

RICHARD F.

2023-03-06T21:37:01

Rated 5 out of 5

Smart investment

This umbrella is inexpensive enough that buying a plain white umbrella doesn't make sense.

Daniel T.

2023-01-15T10:04:50

Rated 4 out of 5

Simple and Easy

Its portable and simple to use

GEORGE J.

2022-10-05T08:46:51

Rated 5 out of 5

10/10

Inexpensive but provides rich results!

Timothy W.

2022-09-26T08:23:46

Rated 5 out of 5

Lighting

Works like its supposed to

KEITH M.

2022-08-17T19:08:30

Rated 5 out of 5

Fantastic umbrella and great quality, inexpensive light source for small groups!

It really can't get much better. It's an umbrella--it's solidly built, produces a great quality of light, and it's only $15 for 40", which is a substantial size! On top of all this, it's multi-dimensional in the fact that you can either use it as a bounce or shoot-through style! The removable black/silver backing comes off easily. If I had to pick on anything I think they could choose a better attachment method for the backing, like a velcro fastening system instead of unlatching the metal attachments on the tips of the umbrella, but it's rather easy and quick. It would be quicker to rip it off if it was fastened by velcro, but that's being very picky. Listen, it's only $15, and it's solid materials with a nice case! Get two--I did!!!

BRYAN S.

2022-05-19T12:15:26

Rated 5 out of 5

Good quality umbrella

Good quality umbrella, will definitely buy 1 more

JACOB F.

2022-05-01T08:23:42

Rated 5 out of 5

Happy Happy!

Always happy to get new gear from Adorama!!

CHERE L.

2022-04-24T08:40:48

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent

Excellent product. Serves its purpose, and at 72? can give extremely soft light.

David A.

2022-04-05T13:09:53

Rated 5 out of 5

umbrella modifier

very nice!!!!!!!!!!

CURTIS S.

2022-03-08T07:35:59

Rated 5 out of 5

A+

Great product at an affordable price

B.A.R I.

2022-02-15T16:12:47

Rated 5 out of 5

Works as advertised.

Precisely as advertised, works as a bounce or shoot through umbrella, wonderful value for the price.

CHRISTOPHER W.

2022-01-22T07:39:56

Rated 5 out of 5

umbrella

Great quality.

LISA S.

2022-01-22T07:38:10

Rated 5 out of 5

Umbrella

Good quality.

LISA S.

2022-01-02T07:39:47

Rated 5 out of 5

40 inch Glow White Umbrella

Very good quality build. I like the qualifier the case for the umbrella to help protect them.

MICK B.

2021-12-07T00:17:44

Rated 5 out of 5

Great value for price

Great quality

JAMES W.

2021-11-07T07:38:41

Rated 5 out of 5

Fantastic product and addiction to my OCF set up.

Recently purchased 2 of these umbrellas to added to my OCF sent up as I am wanting to add OCF in my sessions. Have had a few trial runs with them and they are super cool. Easy to handle, soft light and spread. Totally happy with my purchase.

Carl B.

2021-10-30T04:06:43

Rated 5 out of 5

Studio light

Great product

Dj O.

2021-09-02T10:27:55

Rated 5 out of 5

Shoot through or reflector is a nice option

Shoot through or reflector is a nice option. Taking care when removing and installing the black/silver cover should ensure a relatively long life. I am happy with this purchase.

Robert E.

2021-08-24T09:10:46

Rated 5 out of 5

Great value

Excellent value. Great umbrella. It?s the perfect size to use with my Flashpoint eVOLV 200. The bare bulb head fills the umbrella completely. The round head almost fille it completely.

DON H.

2021-06-24T08:32:41

Rated 5 out of 5

Great item

Great product, fast delivery and in good condition

IRLEN F.

2021-05-29T17:38:05

Rated 5 out of 5

Glow 60" White Parabolic Umbrella with Removable Silver/Black Layer

Much like the 40" version, only better

Rafael P.

2021-05-29T17:37:08

Rated 5 out of 5

Glow 40" White Umbrella with Black Back

Simple, efficient, cost effective

Rafael P.

2021-05-27T09:20:39

Rated 5 out of 5

Umbrella

Just what I needed

Elgin W.

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Glow 40" Translucent Umbrella

SKU: GLU40T

MFR: GL-U-40T

$9.95

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FEATURED REVIEWS

Bigger is better, carrying bag welcome.

By JOEL H.

Great for full length portraits and large groups. Good solution for when ceiling and/or walls are far way or are colored to provide soft bounce light - put this up in a corner angled down for an excellent room light. Instead of a thin belt around to keep closed it includes a well made bag to with a velcro flap. This should help protect from other gear (IE stands) damaging while in transit. Black outer cover can be removed but I don't foresee the need. Generally when you want soft light b...

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You Gotta Get One!

By RON P.

While I don't have my own studio, I find often need one for my glamor/fashion shoots. Some studios offer lighting, others do not or you pay extra. I'm a K.I.S.S kinda photog: the simpler the better. This umbrella fits my formula perfectly! As a single light source it is just what I needed: total head to toe coverage, soft, even, wraparound lighting that really does the trick. Used in conjunction with my Flashpoint Rover 600ws portable flash, I can get all the light I need to get great image...

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Discover the Glow 40" Translucent Umbrella, a versatile and portable lighting solution designed for photographers seeking to achieve natural and flattering lighting effects. This stylish and durable umbrella serves as an effective lighting modifier, softening and diffusing light to create a more evenly lit scene.

The translucent interior of the umbrella allows for a controlled amount of light to pass through, resulting in a softer, more diffused light that reduces harsh shadows. The 40" size of the umbrella makes it compatible with various light sources, including strobes, speedlights, and natural light, offering flexibility to photographers in different shooting environments.

The unique rounded shape of the Glow 40" Translucent Umbrella further enhances light diffusion, ensuring a more balanced and natural lighting effect. Its lightweight spoke structure efficiently spreads soft light over the area while keeping light loss to a minimum.

This umbrella can be used as a traditional wrap-around reflected light source or as a powerful direct diffuser, providing a range of lighting options to suit your creative needs. The Glow line of umbrellas is your fast track to superior light diffusion, with each size and material designed with a specific function in mind.

The Glow 40" Translucent Umbrella features a classic white interior for an even, diffused lighting effect with soft shadow definition. The closer the umbrella is placed to the subject, the softer the shadow will be. This umbrella also includes a unique accessory feature, a black opaque cover layer, which limits the light loss that naturally occurs through its white fabric material.

Use this umbrella in three creative ways: as a traditional soft bounce, a softer and more efficient bounce with the black outer layer, or as a clarity enhancing shoot-through diffuser. The silver umbrella lining provides stronger focused lighting, making it especially suitable for higher light output, greater reach, and bringing out details and creating specular highlights.

Experience the Glow 40" Translucent Umbrella, the standard-setter for portable light control at an affordable price, and elevate your photography to new heights.

Glow GL-U Features

  • Versatile 40" translucent umbrella for professional photography lighting
  • Durable and lightweight spoke structure for efficient light diffusion
  • Classic white interior for even, diffused lighting and soft shadow definition
  • Unique black opaque cover layer to limit light loss
  • Three creative usage options: traditional soft bounce, efficient bounce with black layer, and clarity enhancing shoot-through diffuser
  • Silver lining for stronger focused lighting and specular highlight creation

Warranty Information

This product has a limited warranty of 12 months.

Key Features

  • Achieve soft, diffused lighting with this 40" translucent umbrella, perfect for portraits.
  • This Glow umbrella's portable design makes it an essential light modifier for on-location shoots.
  • Durable construction ensures this photography umbrella withstands frequent use, a great value!
  • Quickly soften harsh shadows using this 40" umbrella, ideal for studio or outdoor photography.
  • Lightweight and easy to use, this translucent umbrella is great for beginners and pros alike.
  • Get even light distribution with this Glow umbrella, enhancing your subject's natural beauty.

What's in the box:

  • Glow 40 " Umbrella
  • Carry Case
  • Glow 1 Year Limited Warranty