Godox SB-FW-80120 80x120cm Non-Folding Softbox with Detachable Grid (Bowens Mount)

This Godox studio softbox is a reliable and high-quality light modifier that is compatible with any monolight or lighting bracket with a Bowens S-Type mount. The softbox features an interchangeable and rotating metal speedring, an inner and outer diffuser, and a textured silver interior that ensures an even light distribution.

• Please note that this softbox requires preassembly before use and does not feature a folding design.
• A light and light stand are not included with this light modifier

 

A softbox is a versatile light modifier used in photography to create a soft, even, and flattering quality of light. It is designed to reduce hard and edgy shadows, and to create a directional quality of light. Softboxes come in various shapes and sizes, and they can be used with a variety of light sources such as speedlights, monolights, or some LEDs. Using a softbox in photography provides the following advantages:

• Emulates window light: Softboxes can emulate window light, providing a natural-looking light source for portraits, fashion photography, and other genres.
• Flattering light: The soft, even light created by a softbox is ideal for beauty and portrait photography, as it minimizes harsh shadows and provides a more flattering look.
• Better control of light: Softboxes offer greater control of light direction and intensity, making it easier to achieve the desired effect.
• Minimal light spillage: Softboxes are designed to minimize light spillage, ensuring that light only falls where it is intended.
• Versatility: Softboxes can be used for a wide range of photography applications, from product photography to fashion, portrait, and more.
• Silver textured interior for maintaining light intensity and ensuring even light distribution
• Interchangeable and rotating metal speedring for convenient use with different lighting setups
• Bowens S-Type mount for compatibility with a wide range of monolights and lighting brackets
• Includes both inner and outer diffusers for additional light control and softness
• Pre-assembly is required

 

A grid is included: Some softboxes include a detachable grid. A grid, also referred to as a honeycomb attachment, is used to dramatically minimize any light spillage created by the softbox and to reduce the effective spread of light. So, if you want to create a smaller beam of light, or to keep the light off your background & foreground, then a grid will definitely come in handy. Grids also create stronger and bolder shadows on your subject; resulting in a more dramatic quality of light. 

Specifications:

• Model: SB-FW-80120
• Size (assembled): 80x120cm
• Mount: Bowens
• Folding: No
• Grid: Yes