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2025-02-18T22:49:45
Well made. Consistent and balanced soft light.
SEAN O.
2025-01-20T10:36:42
You need a big light source that wraps around your subject, this is it. I have used these umbrellas for years now and there still like new. very light and portable.
Matt L.
2024-09-02T03:54:38
Easy use, takes less space
Aby P.
2024-03-06T23:23:09
It has a good price and this brand is well renowned.
LUIS S.
2023-08-09T08:16:57
Second STU after 3 years of use on the first. These things are fantastic.
LOGAN H.
2022-10-05T08:33:37
Love this for my speed lights
EDDIE P.
2022-08-30T11:08:19
It's great, better built than some other's I have used, easy to work with too. I like it and will be buying more. Yours truly Bob
BOB W.
2022-08-10T08:24:50
Love it! Fits inside case and diffuses the light beautifully
ROB G.
2022-04-24T22:06:08
My go to umbrella as long as there's no wind. Does great reflective with the cover on or emmisive with the cover off.
Dale S.
2022-03-09T06:34:42
product is sturdy, comes in a great bag for storage and travel, fit nicely into my lighting kit bag.
rachel s.
2022-02-23T07:51:45
Great umbrellas and sturdy!
Harlan M.
2022-02-18T07:31:00
The correct size for my flash units and needs. Quality is what I expect.
Mark L.
2021-07-20T09:04:11
It is sturdy and easy to use.
Chakravarthy S.
2021-05-06T08:54:13
Easy to setup and easy to put away. I have more expensive umbrellas that break easily when setting them up. These pop open and close easily and will last forever.
REX B.
2020-09-13T08:13:01
Doesn’t fit the Godox ad400pro, because of the shaft shape, but seems pretty well built.
MATT N.
2020-06-04T09:31:11
The umbrella was fine.
RICHARD H.
2019-11-06T18:19:32
Great shoot thru umbrella, well made and portable.
FRED B.
2019-06-26T08:20:40
Just as expected. Nicely made and a good medium size for travellng.
KERRY E.
2019-05-16T10:14:02
Excellent quality umbrella. I like the removable black cover and the soft light the umbrella interios produces when I bounce flash units into it! Get one!
Jon B.
2019-05-07T12:35:20
Works well and produces very soft light to fill shadows.
Jon B.
2019-04-17T18:58:40
WORKS GREAT IN THE STUDIO OR ON LOCATION. FOLDS SMALL ENOUGH FOR STORAGE, BUILT WELL FOR LASTING DURABILITY.
JOHN D.
2019-03-21T12:37:54
Good quality umbrella, would definitely purchase again if needed d & recommend to others
Chuck D.
2019-02-12T13:53:14
I was very pleased with this modifier. It was an excellent deal and it was better quality than I expected for the price. It seems sturdy and durable. Perfect for feathering and softening light. Highly recommended !
RICARDO R.
2019-02-04T01:54:46
I ordered these to use for my CPP exam as they are the required size for the exam. They’re sturdy and work great. Exactly what I needed.
JOHN T.
2019-01-13T08:52:27
I had used these umbrellas before and they are perfectly adequate for my needs.
Lisa M.
2019-01-10T10:54:45
I used it recently in a family photo I took at night. I used two umbrella's and a camera mounted flash. There were 35 people who were lit well enough so that with Lightroom adjustments it came out great. Folds up nice and easy to carry with it plastic case.
Lee D.
2018-12-11T15:29:38
Just like all of my outdoor umbrellas, these took a couple falls on the first day of shooting. They are well built, and as far as I can tell they should stand up to a lot more falls! I have been using them as shoot through umbrellas, but I haven't tested them as bounce umbrellas yet. The black outer cloth is nice to have whether or not you use it for bounce because it helps to keep it clean. The umbrella came in a plastic sheath that makes for good storage.
Shawn S.
2018-11-09T05:17:04
I've always been a fan of Westcott products. I purchased this particular size (45") because I find it to be universally well suited for use with monoblock lights like my Einsteins as well as my Nikon speedlights. I used this umbrella in concert with another and a beauty dish to light a large group of singers. With the umbrellas and lights positioned at the edge of the frame I was able to light the 75 performers on stage easily. I love the convertible nature of this umbrella making it even more useful to my work.
JASON J.
2018-09-16T10:12:37
Exactly what you expect with these umbrellas. I will say, the overall build is much better with the fiberglass over the traditional metal, which means it can take a hit better if it gets blown over by wind.
KEVIN M.
2018-08-10T16:53:52
very nice, great price, bought twice.
Matt L.
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Speedlight, Studio Lights
45"
44.0" (111.8cm)
Nylon, Fiberglass, Steel
Metal
Fiberglass
1-Stop
8mm
28.5" (72.4cm)
Umbrella receptacle
45.0" (114.3cm)
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300W
0.9 lbs (0.4kg)
817967020053
In the last installment, I showed you the Adorama Universal Swivel Holder and how it lets you securely attach a shoe mount flash to a lightstand.
Let's put together a complete location/studio lighting kit that will fit in a carry-on bag
Much of my portrait and fashion photography is done on location, but living in Colorado sometimes the models (and the photographer too) just aren’t in the mood for cold weather and snow. That’s when a studio comes in handy.
Models | $25.90 In Stock | $109.90 Temporarily On Backorder Although this item is temporarily on Backorder, you can order it now and it will ship as soon as it arrives. Your card will only be charged once item is shipped. | $34.95 $45.95 Save:$11.00 (24%) Temporarily On Backorder Although this item is temporarily on Backorder, you can order it now and it will ship as soon as it arrives. Your card will only be charged once item is shipped. |
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Compatibility | - | On Camera Flash, Strobe Lights | - |
Size | 45" | 45" | 45" |
Includes | - | Front Diffuser | - |
Interior Color | White | - | White |
Compatible With | - | Universal | - |
Interior | - | Silver | - |
Shape | - | Round | - |
works great! versatile
By Valerie M.
This umbrella works great! I even had one of my strobes go out on me and this was all I used for a group of 9 in a small studio. -I love that I can use it as a shoot-through or a reflective umbrella! Nice LARGE size. Other review was correct, but all umbrellas are advertised like that. It is 60" including the arc not across.
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By FineArtPhotographer
Westcott umbrellas seem to be sturdier and better built than its competitors, and umbrellas are more economical than softboxes. The shaft is stronger and I like the black coating over the shaft. They are professional looking and a good value for the price. I especially like the provision of the black cover used to reduce light spill. I can remove it, and cover the open end with a black material, using the umbrella as a shoot-through, and convert it into a makeshift softbox. Westcott umbrellas...
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Because capturing the perfect shot often hinges on the quality of your lighting, the 2005 45" Optical White Satin Umbrella with its Fiberglass Frame is an essential tool for both amateur and professional photographers. This stylish and high-quality umbrella is designed to maximize your light's output and range by reflecting light back onto your subject, ensuring that every photo is lit to perfection.
Crafted with practicality in mind, the umbrella features a versatile 1-stop diffusion fabric that softens and expands your light source, creating a natural and flattering illumination for any subject. The durable fiberglass framework, composed of flexible ribs and a robust steel shaft, ensures that this umbrella can endure the rigors of studio work and on-location shoots, making it a reliable choice for photographers who demand equipment that lasts.
Mounting this umbrella is a breeze, whether you're working with strobes or monolights. Most studio lights come equipped with a built-in umbrella receptacle, allowing for instant and effortless mounting. For those utilizing speedlites, the market offers a variety of mounting brackets that provide adjustable and tiltable options, giving you the precision and control needed for that ideal lighting setup.
The 2005 45" Optical White Satin Umbrella stands out as a practical and versatile choice for photographers who value durability and high-quality construction. Its large size ensures comprehensive coverage, making it a superior choice for those seeking to enhance their photographic lighting with ease and sophistication.