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2025-05-20T07:27:57
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
This umbrella is inexpensive enough that buying a plain white umbrella doesn't make sense.
Daniel T.
2023-01-15T10:04:50
Its portable and simple to use
GEORGE J.
2022-10-05T08:46:51
Inexpensive but provides rich results!
Timothy W.
2022-09-26T08:23:46
Works like its supposed to
KEITH M.
2022-08-17T19:08:30
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
Good quality umbrella, will definitely buy 1 more
JACOB F.
2022-05-01T08:23:42
Always happy to get new gear from Adorama!!
CHERE L.
2022-04-24T08:40:48
Excellent product. Serves its purpose, and at 72? can give extremely soft light.
David A.
2022-04-05T13:09:53
very nice!!!!!!!!!!
CURTIS S.
2022-03-08T07:35:59
Great product at an affordable price
B.A.R I.
2022-02-15T16:12:47
Precisely as advertised, works as a bounce or shoot through umbrella, wonderful value for the price.
CHRISTOPHER W.
2022-01-22T07:39:56
Great quality.
LISA S.
2022-01-22T07:38:10
Good quality.
LISA S.
2022-01-02T07:39:47
Very good quality build. I like the qualifier the case for the umbrella to help protect them.
MICK B.
2021-12-07T00:17:44
Great quality
JAMES W.
2021-11-07T07:38:41
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
Great product
Dj O.
2021-09-02T10:27:55
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
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
Great product, fast delivery and in good condition
IRLEN F.
2021-05-29T17:38:05
Much like the 40" version, only better
Rafael P.
2021-05-29T17:37:08
Simple, efficient, cost effective
Rafael P.
2021-05-27T09:20:39
Just what I needed
Elgin W.
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1 lb
5 x 28.5"
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Size | 40" | 40" | 40" |
Interior Color | White | Silver | White |
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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Let the Glow White Umbrella 40" elevate your photography with its superior design and versatile functionality. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this umbrella is engineered to deliver an even, diffused lighting effect that softens shadows and enhances the quality of your images. The durable fabric and robust fiberglass frame ribs ensure longevity and consistent performance, making it a staple for both amateur and professional photographers.
This umbrella can be utilized in two creative ways: as a traditional soft bounce to gently reflect light onto the subject, creating a natural and flattering illumination, or as a clarity-enhancing shoot-through diffuser that provides a more direct and powerful light output. The white interior of the umbrella contributes to its practicality, ensuring a pure and neutral diffusion of light without any color cast.
The Glow White Umbrella is part of the Glow Umbrella series, renowned for their 'fastpath' to light diffusion. These umbrellas are celebrated for their affordability, ease of use, and portability, making them an excellent choice for on-the-go photographers. Each size and material in the series is tailored to specific lighting needs, with the 40" White Umbrella being particularly versatile for a wide range of photographic situations.
The parabolic shape of the Glow White Umbrella, akin to a large-sized parabolic reflector, is a result of precise engineering. This conic section design is highly efficient at feathering light, creating a focal point that allows for parallel light rays and enhanced control over the lighting effect on the subject. This design principle sets the Glow White Umbrella apart, offering more light reach and superior control compared to standard umbrellas.
When compared to other light modifiers like softboxes, which are designed to simulate natural light sources such as windows and skylights, umbrellas offer a more compact and quicker setup. Additionally, the shape and size of the Glow White Umbrella influence the catch lights in a portrait subject's eyes, as well as the softness of the light. The closer and larger the light source, the softer the transition from highlight to shadow, providing a more flattering result.
In summary, the Glow White Umbrella 40" is a stylish, practical, and versatile lighting tool that is both durable and affordable. It stands as a high-quality choice for photographers seeking to achieve professional lighting effects with ease and efficiency. Whether in-studio or on location, this umbrella is an indispensable asset for creating beautifully lit photographs.
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