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Spread Surface: 28x28 inches/70x70cm
Shaft Diameter: 8mm
Main Material: Nylon
Net Weight: 12oz/340g

Neewer 28" x 28" Flash Softbox

Perfect for portrait or product photography, as well as many other types of photography

Features:

Premium Material: It is made of a high-density, highly reflective nylon material. With a double metal frame, the softbox is both lightweight and solid.
Improved Design: Designed like an umbrella, this Neewer Umbrella Softbox can be quickly opened and installed on your flash as well as closed up and packed away in the included nylon carrying case.
Wide Applications: With an 8mm umbrella shaft, the softbox is suitable for a wide variety of flashes and flash holders.
Easy Installation: Once opened, the Softbox slides over the head of your flash via an adjustable opening in the bottom. Then, the inner shaft of the softbox fits into your flash's umbrella adapter mount holding it in place. Your flash should be facing backwards into the softbox, allowing the light to bounce of the highly reflective surface once fired. If you need less intense lighting, please use the included diffuser cloth to soften the light produced by your flash.
Easy to Use and Carry: It's lightweight, portable, and packs away into a small size, so it can be thrown into your photography bag and taken out in the field, or easily stored away in your studio until you need it.

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Product Dimensions

28.35 x 3.15 x 3.15 inches

Item Weight

13.8 ounces

ASIN

B008BQ233C

Item model number

10023886

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4.5 778 ratings

4.5 out of 5 stars

Is Discontinued By Manufacturer

No

Date First Available

June 15, 2012

Manufacturer

Neewer

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High Quality

This Neewer Umbrella Softbox is made of a high-density, highly reflective nylon material which can withstand use after use. With a double metal frame, the softbox is both lightweight and solid; you won't have to worry about carrying this around with you in your photography kit.

Improved Design

Designed like an umbrella, this Neewer Umbrella Softbox can be quickly opened and installed on your flash as well as closed up and packed away in the included nylon carrying case. With an 8mm umbrella shaft, the softbox is suitable for a wide variety of flashes and flash holders.

Easy Installation

Once opened, the Neewer Umbrella Softbox slides over the head of your flash via an adjustable opening in the bottom. Then, the inner shaft of the softbox fits into your flash's umbrella adapter mount holding it in place. Your flash should be facing backwards into the softbox, allowing the light to bounce of the highly reflective surface once fired. Looking for less intense lighting? Use the included Velcro-mounted diffuser to soften the light produced by your flash! Simply install it by attaching the Velcro from the diffuser to the front of your softbox.

Excellent Addition to Any Studio

Whether photography is your profession or just a hobby, this Neewer Umbrella Softbox is perfect for any photography kit or studio setup. It's lightweight, portable, and packs away into a small size, so it can be thrown into your photography bag and taken out in the field, or easily stored away in your studio until you need it.

Specifications:

Spread Surface: 70x70cm

Umbrella Shaft: 8mm

Main Material: Nylon

Net Weight: 12oz

Carrying Case Included

Package Contents:

1x Neewer Reflective Flash Umbrella Softbox

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Great Portable Softbox for the Price

Reviewed in the United States on October 16, 2014

Size: 70x70cmVerified Purchase

I'm giving this five stars considering the price. Obviously there are much higher quality soft boxes out there, but for around twenty bucks, I don't think this thing can be beat.

I am using this for both still photography and DSLR video. I am using it with a LimoStudio High Quality 4 Socket Photo Bulb Adapter - Converts 1 Socket into 4 - Use for Standard Socket Flourescent Bulbs, AGG882-A and four 100 watt CFL bulbs.

If you stretch the material taught, these are 27" across, but they "hang" at about 26" (so they are just slightly smaller than the 70cm they claim, but I don't think 14mm is a big deal).

Some people are complaining about not being able to tilt them down because of the zipper slot configuration... well that's because you're using them wrong! You don't use a soft box on a pole sticking straight up. You need a boom arm attached to the vertical piece. When used in this configuration, these work exactly like they're supposed to.

The front diffuser attaches by velcro around the entire perimeter of the "umbrella." To adjust your light or turn things on and off from the lamp head, you need to pull the diffuser back a bit.

The durability seems "good." I don't expect to will these to my children, but since I'm pretty good to my equipment, I can see them lasting for quite a few years. I'm not sure I'll use the bag it comes with, but I guess it's a nice include for when these are being stored for longer periods of time.

The "umbrella" is attached to the frame in two ways, each arm has a piece of material that is sewn, and another piece of material that is actually tape. The tape fasteners of course release almost *immediately* once you turn your lights on (heat makes tape not stick, duh!). But it seems like the other tab (material actually sewn down) should help. Perhaps I'll have to reinforce these spots at some point, but that shouldn't be too hard.

Compared to a $200 or $300 "professional brand" softbox, I can't imagine throwing that kind of money away (instead of spending it on other equipment).

FWIW, mine did NOT come with the second, internal (smaller) diffuser that some others have mentioned (there is just one diffuser that fastens via velcro around the inside edge).

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P.K. Frary

Well made, fast to setup and diffuses light like a champ!

Reviewed in the United States on January 25, 2015

Size: 70x70cmVerified Purchase

I shoot in homes, small offices and a tiny studio, so space is at a premium. After a shoot I have to tear down my gear and normal softboxes are a PITA to assemble and disassemble for every shoot. So I've been using white umbrellas for diffusion. I came across this Neewer 28" x 28" Umbrella Softbox and ordered one. Seemed a little too good to be true but for only a Jackson there wasn't much to lose.

I opened the box and what a shock! It's made well with heavy duty nylon, steel ribs and velcro to attach the white diffusion panel. The interior of the umbrella is highly reflective sliver and transmits light well. The umbrella shaft is short--can't protrude through the front--so the position can't be adjusted in the bracket as much as a normal umbrella. However, the rectangular shape rotates easily into a diamond position, allowing more flexibility in camera placement in tight quarters compared to a big round umbrella. The umbrella depth is too shallow for use with a four or five bulb CFL head but works fine with single bulb fixtures, shoe mount flash and smaller LED lights (200 to 300 LED units). I mount the softbox on a Manfrotto Umbrella Mount 026 or Manfrotto 143BKT Camera Bracket (the built-in brackets on most lights don't work well).

The mount is plastic fantastic and integral to the light housing. It fits 5/8" male light stand tips or smaller. Even fits on mic stands. Don't over torque or the thread insert (a metal nut) will pull out of the plastic.

And, yes, the Neewer Umbrella Softbox does exactly what I want: softens harsh strobes and LEDs and diffuses light for a more flattering appearance on products and faces. And it's flexible: use as a normal softbox or remove the front panel for a harder and brighter light. However, the best thing about the Neewer is it tears down in 30 seconds and, since it is based on an umbrella, folds compact lickety-split and can be stuffed in a light bag or closet for another day. Looks like I need to buy a couple more of these...

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HawaiianEye

Are you investigating whether you want to get into softbox lighting?

Reviewed in the United States on October 22, 2015

Size: 70x70cmVerified Purchase

I found the quality of this is impressive for the price! Treat it nicely and it should last awhile. There is nothing "cheap" about it.

This changes your whole look. If you are new to portrait photography, and are wishing to bring it to the next level, here's your ticket.
This change is subtle. But compared to portraits (indoor or outdoor) with or without normal speedlites, you can usually see the difference.
Shadows on the face are softer. The trick is to have the softbox close to the face with less flash power. Your subjects may even say the flash seems too weak. Well, it is. It can be likened to a "powder-puff" of soft light.
If you back this away from subject, say 8'+, it will look more and more like a common flash.
Also, keep in mind, you will need a stand or hand held pole to attach this to. I purchased a long boom, because I shoot outdoor, always with an assistant.
You will also an an umbrella style mount bracket.
I am on a budget, so I try not to get caught up buying cheaply made products only to end up buying what I should have later when it breaks after the
1st use.
I recommend something like: CowboyStudio Umbrella Mount Bracket with Swivel Tilt Bracket or better.
Especially if you're outdoors and mobile. These brackets are the contact point and connection to your speedlite and softbox!
They also articulate and swivel. These connections need to be strong and super tight when the whole lighting assembly is being moved around
horizontally ( like baseball bat ). So get something that isn't plastic.

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Dario Vigoriti

Bisogna avere una luce forte

Reviewed in Italy on June 24, 2022

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Se non si ha un faretto bello forte purtroppo non da molti risultati... Ma questa non è colpa della soft box... Procuratevi una lampada bella forte e questa aoftbox andrà più che bene

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dan-idoine

best value for money light shaper I own

Reviewed in Germany on October 18, 2015

Size: 70x70cmVerified Purchase

This softbox goes with me everywhere and is my go to box as it works like an umbrella but has the look of light that I want. Most of the photos taken on my portraits have used it as either a key, fill or rim light. I would have bought another 2 but they go out of stock whenever I think about it.

If you want to get one of these though you do need a way of changing your flash power without having to go into the box and manually doing it. I started off like that but it drove me insane. I bought Yongnuo 560 iiis and the 560 tx to control them with and it is the perfect combination for this softbox as any adjustments can be done from a distance.

The other thing to consider when buying these is that this softbox works like an umbrella. It can be set up much quicker than the softboxes with separate rods that have to be put in and stretched onto the fabric. However, the down side is that the light stand fits through a hole in the bottom that is prevented from being a big light leak by having a zip. The resulting slot only allows for about 20 degrees (I didnt actually check scientifically) up or downwards angle from horizontal which can be a bit limiting if you want to shine light down on the subject. The only option is to invest in a boom arm to have more freedom with angling the light. In general the amount of movement and distance to subject shouldnt make this too much of a limit to their use.

The only slight downside to this box is that it doesnt come with a grid. Otherwise it would be even more perfect but for the price and the fact that I have used it for over a year (its even been blown over several times on a light stand and not suffered any damage unlike my umbrellas) it is difficult to fault. I may buy a new one and will amend my review in case there have been any modifications or improvements compared to the one I own - I already noticed a difference on the Amazon site as mine does not have "NEEWER" written on it which I prefer to be honest.

B.C.

Good competitor to the Westcott Apollo 28, and MUCH cheaper.

Reviewed in Canada on January 19, 2015

Size: 70x70cmVerified Purchase

Ok for the price, this is pretty awesome.
I'm going to give some pros/cons based on my intial look at this. I'm not going to test it just yet.

Pros:
- $30 versus $200+ for the westcott. The build quality seems pretty decent too. Not cheap feeling.

- Fits the Westcott apollo 28" grid.

- The umbrella shaft rod inside (the one you push the ring up to open an umbrella) is long enough that the ring never goes outside the hole. The westcott doesn't do this. When setting up a westcott, you have to pull the rod through the ring hole then push it open. It's not a huge issue, but it takes time.

- The umbrella is shorter than the westcott 28, meaning it's more shallow. Now I consider this a pro and a con. The pro is that because its shorter, this can fit in a medium sized suitcase easily for travel. The apollo 28" cannot.

- The Diffuser panel can be completely removed (just like the westcot 28" v2).

- The access zipper below the softbox is in only one direction, not a + symbol. This makes it possible to position the flash very far to the front shooting back into the softbox. It also allows you to tilt the softbox much more than the westcott. The reason is because the westcot uses the + symbol shape zipper, which means that if you tilt it forward, the back zipper will not completely seal the flash (because the zipper stops half-way). This allows light to leak. So this beats the westcott apollo 28".

Cons:
- The reflective material inside isn't quite as shiny (foil like) as the westcott. It will still reflect quite well, but not as well as the westcott.

- The shallowness of this softbox means the flash is going to be closer to the back of the softbox, which means the beam can only cover so much of the softbox. for a direct light-ray bounce out of the softbox. You'll still get indirect bounces, just not as much primary bounces like the Westcott.

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Donna

Works as it should...

Reviewed in Canada on January 14, 2022

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I'm a photography enthusiast and I've had this for well over a year and it has performed as it should for still-life and product shoots. It is still in great condition, however, I'm not hard on my gear. I find it easy to install and remove my flash as needed. I would definitely buy this softbox again.

Mr. C. J. Mould

Excellent modifier

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 10, 2015

Size: 70x70cmVerified Purchase

One of my favourite modifiers, very pleasant light and quick to set up.
Used this at weddings for group shots with 4 speedlights inside on a bar, triggered with yongnou wireless triggers. It became my favourite light modifier. Flashes fired rearwards against the silver lining inside through the removable white cover gave a really nice light in my opinion.
With double rods in the framework it felt stronger than my usual 'disposable' umbrellas .
It is heavier than an umbrella of similar size though. Even with the lightstand weighted with 4 sand bags a moderate wind would often blow it over when working on my own. It gives some protection (bumps and rain) to the lights though as they are enclosed inside.
Unfortunately at a recent engagement shoot it blew over with 2 speedlights inside, speedlights were ok but shaft snapped.
I used to insert 8mm dowel in my umbrella shafts to strengthen them but didn't bother with this.
I've just ordered a second and will strengthen the shaft before taking it out on a shoot.

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Brand	Neewer
Item Dimensions LxWxH	28.35 x 3.15 x 3.15 inches
Material	Nylon, Metal
Light Source Type	Nailon
Included Components	Softbox, Umbrella

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