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MFG# DL154174ZZ
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We've spent 15 years perfecting our Litedisc to ensure the best design possible-just one reason we sell more reflectors and diffusers than anyone else in the world.

Flat-guaranteed!-Our Litediscs are guaranteed to be flat to ensure a smooth, even reflection.

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MFG# 4780
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Easily add a pop of color or subtle effects to your photos without the headaches of traditional film-based gels. Slide one of these flexible rubber gels over the FJ400 strobe's glass dome for endless creative lighting possibilities. This 8-pack of reusable color gels includes red, orange, light
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MFG# 4720
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The Westcott 70° Wide Reflector with Honeycomb Grids creates a controlled 70-degree light beam for mid-range photography and video applications. It concentrates the light into a narrow 70-degree beam angle, rendering light with minimal fall-off and a defined edge. The included 30-degree and 60...
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MFG# EL26167
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The Elinchrom Softlite 27 In. Reflector (Silver) is one of the accessories that created the Elinchrom legacy and is ideal for beauty and portrait work, this silver finishing offers extra contrast for stunning images. The included Deflector Set can modify the colour and softness.

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MFG# 464302
Samy's Part# S-078154
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This Rod Kit is specially designed for 6' (180cm) Soft Zoom Reflector.

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MFG# 101312
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Create your preferred light ambiance with a color gel of choice. Make filter cut-outs with the stainless steel template, place it in the Clic Gel Holder and attach Clic Gel Holder easily to your A-series flash with the magnetic mount. Clic Gel Holder is only stackable in one direction on; A-series
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MFG# 101313
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The kit consist of a Clic Grid 20 Degree , Clic Grid 10 Degree and soft case.

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Instant mount with a magnetic click

Stack over Clic light shaping tools with a flat surface

Delivered in a protective case

Compatible with Profoto A-Series flashes

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MFG# 101306
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The Profoto Clic Barndoor is specially designed for Profoto A-series flashes.

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Closing off the barndoors to create a narrow opening

Instant mount with magnetic click

Stack over Clic LST with flat surface

Compact and lightweight

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360 degree rotatable on Profoto

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MFG# FL-11
Samy's Part# S-063597
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The Nanlite FL-11 Fresnel Lens for Forza 60 is a glass fresnel lens with an adjustable-length housing that focuses light output of the Nanlite Forza 60.

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Dial In The Beam Angle - The Fl-11's rotating barrel design enables beam angle adjustment from spot (10°) to flood (45°) with an intuitive...
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MFG# 200836
Samy's Part# S-065196
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The LA Rag House 18 x 24 in. Double Scrim (Black) has tig welded 1/4″ solid rod stainless steel frame with radius corners and identifying red webbing on all 3 sides.
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MFG# RS-5055
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Adjusts from 6 inches up to 68 inches, this reflector holder is very easy and convenient to use. The holder attaches to a standard light stand, and features a double ball joint controlled by a single handle. May be adjusted to any angle. The reflector arm adjust to fit the size of the reflector,...
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MFG# APXF043A37
Samy's Part# S-080149
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The Aputure ETC Lens Adapter for Spotlight Max
is designed to make your Spotlight Max compatible with optional ETC projection lenses. This all-metal adapter further increases the versatility of the Spotlight Max by expanding your selection of projection lenses. It conveniently works with optional...
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MFG# EL26359
Samy's Part# S-050673
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The wide angle internal reflector within each Elinchrom light source smoothly illuminates the complete surface of all umbrellas. Contributing to this is the exceptional quality of our carefully selected fabrics. The Elinchrom Umbrella Shallow White Translucent (41 In.) with its highly reflective...
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MFG# 1021
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The Illuminator Collapsible Reflector 4-in-1  30" Square, Silver, Sunlight, Diffuser and White reflector kit contains two panels for ideal results. Use the diffusion panel to diffuse harsh light overhead. Fill in unwanted shadows with the second reflective panel. All skin tones are not the same, so your reflector should...
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MFG# 1019
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The Westcott 20-inch 6-in-1 Reflector Kit is ideal for shooting portraits and nature, whether indoors or outdoors. The 6-in-1 reflector offers a wide variety of options, so you are prepared for every occasion. The two separate panels allow you to diffuse and reflect light in tandem. The compact...
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MFG# BDPTII15XEC
Samy's Part# S-071658
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The Nanlite Fabric Barndoors and Grid for PavoTube II 15X LED Pixel Tubes mounts via T12 diameter clips to minimize light spill and add directionality.

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Control Light Spill - Equip your PavoTube II 30X LED Pixel Tube with the adjustable fabric bar doors and modify it's beam angle from 180°...
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MFG# 1905
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This high-quality, Westcott Scrim Jim Cine Full-Stop Diffuser Fabric (4 x 4 ft.) is for use with a 4’ x 4’ Scrim Jim Cine Frame. Heavy-duty touch fastener lines the Scrim Jim Cine Full-Stop Silk Diffuser Fabric, allowing for quick placement on the Scrim Jim Cine Frame. To soften and diffuse any...
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MFG# EP26751
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The
Elinchrom Internal Diffuser for 59 in. Rotalux Deep Inverse Octa Softbox is a replacement part for the 59" Rotalux Deep Inverse Octa softbox. It is designed to soften the light from your strobe and work in conjunction with any external diffusers you are using.
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MFG# 200892
Samy's Part# S-065198
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The LA Rag House 18 x 24 in. Single Scrim (Black) has tig welded 1/4″ solid rod stainless steel frame with radius corners and identifying green webbing on all 3 sides.
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MFG# 102041
Samy's Part# S-067251
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The LA Rag House 24 x 36 in. Underwater Solid Flag has elastic sewn into corners for easy installation. It Comes with ties and a standard grey bag.
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MFG# 101041
Samy's Part# S-066609
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The Profoto OCF II Gel (Full CTO) allows you to be super-creative with color on the move. Have fun with colors that range from Rose Pink, Jade and Yellow to Peacock Blue, and naturally balance flash with ambient light with CTO gels, Quarter CTB gels, and Half Plus Green. The magnetic gels attach
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MFG# 101122
Samy's Part# S-066607
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The Profoto
OCF II Grid (20°) reduces the light spread, control stray light, and add contrast and drama to an image. So no matter what location you find yourself in, you can control and focus the light where you want it, limit the light spillage on other areas of the image, create background e...
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MFG# 101040
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The magnetic Profoto OCF II Gel Ring has been created to help you create a whole array of color based special effects with gels. Just separate the inner and outer ring and use the inner ring as a template. Then, cut your gel from your gel sheet of choice, snap the inner and outer ring together and you&r
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MFG# 1514
Samy's Part# S-083529
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The Westcott 48 x 72 in. Illuminator QuickGrip 5-in-1 Reflector is the fastest, most affordable way to control light for full-length portraits, family photos, and large video scenes. Easily control contrast, warmth, soft fill, and block stray light with 5 versatile surfaces. It pops open instantly
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MFG# 110122120001
Samy's Part# S-080662
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The Rosco 12 x 12 in. Cinegel Sampler Filter Kit
combines an all-purpose collection of the most popular Cinegel materials for photographers and filmmakers. The kit contains one piece each of 15 different light-control materials, which offer complete control over all aspects of the light in the...
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MFG# 110124120001
Samy's Part# S-040729
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The Rosco 12 x 12 in. Color Effects Filter Kit represents the most popular colors Rosco has to offer for use in special events, theatrical productions, photography, and filmmaking. The kit contains one piece of 15 different colors to add bold color onto backgrounds, dance areas, and set

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MFG# 464301
Samy's Part# S-078153
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This Rod Kit is specially designed for 4' (120cm) Soft Zoom Reflector.

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MFG# BDPTII30CEC
Samy's Part# S-076590
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The Nanlite Fabric Barndoors and Grid for PavoTube II 30C LED Tube Light mounts with T12 diameter clips and minimizes light spill while adding directionality. Features openings on the rear that do not allow light to escape, but do let you insert mounts to rig the light on a stand, and see the
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MFG# FRFS-1680F
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MFG# 149043
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Open End Frames are made of spring steel with a 3/8" pin and support which can be used to hang the Scrim from the C Stand handle when not in use. The two upright arms of the frame are slotted at the two open ends to retain the piano wire woven through the fabric to make up the fourth side of the...
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MFG# DL32MULTI
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The MultiDisc gives you five of the most popular reflectors used in photography industry today. The five reflective surfaces are contained in one easy-to-use zippered container. You will be able to choose from gold, soft gold, silver, white and translucent-all at your fingertips.
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MFG# GSAR1425
Samy's Part# S-083061
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The all-metal Phototools Bowens to Profoto Flash Head Adapter allows you to use widely available Bowens-mount accessories and light-shapers on Profoto flash heads.
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MFG# DL1632SG
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We've spent 15 years perfecting our Litedisc to ensure the best design possible-just one reason we sell more reflectors and diffusers than anyone else in the world.

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MFG# 200834
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The LA Rag House 12 x 18 in. Double Scrim (Black) has tig welded 1/4″ solid rod stainless steel frame with radius corners and identifying red webbing on all 3 sides.

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MFG# 1504
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Keep it neutral by reflecting light back into your subject using the white reflective surface or go warm utilizing the gold. This 52" size is larger enough for 3/4 length and small groups. A square reflector provides more surface area than a traditional round reflector giving a photographer more...
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MFG# EL26764
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In addition to new umbrellas, Elinchrom has also introduced compatible diffusers and reflectors that add a second level of functionality for a fraction of the cost. The optional Elinchrom Black Diffuser for Deep Umbrella (49 In.) offers the lighting effect of a direct softbox with a single diffuser, with the central...
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Light modifiers like diffusers & reflectors are essential tools for photographers looking to gain control over the lighting in their shooting environment. In traditionally challenging lighting conditions, such as harsh sunlight or low light environments, light modifiers allow photographers to manipulate light to achieve their desired results. With the use of reflectors and other light modifiers, photographers can create dynamic and striking images that would otherwise be difficult to achieve with natural light alone.

Our collection of light modifiers, including light diffusers, light reflectors, beauty dishes, photography umbrellas, snoots, and light grids, are essential for any photographer looking to expand their skills and creativity. Photography umbrellas, for example, can be used to create a soft, natural-looking light or a more dramatic, contrasty light. Beauty dishes provide a more focused and directed light, perfect for portrait photography.  Snoots and light grids allow for precise control over the spread of light, enabling even more creative possibilities.

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What Does a Light Diffuser Do?

A light diffuser is a device or material that scatters light that passes through it in multiple directions. When using a light diffuser, you are reducing the intensity of shadows and creating softer, more evenly distributed light. Light diffusers are commonly used light modifiers for photography, stage lighting, and film and video production.

Why Do Photographers Use Light Reflectors?

Photographers use light reflectors as light modifiers to better control the lighting for their shots. They are used to fill shadows, add highlights, or change the overall balance of light in a photograph. Light reflectors are most commonly used in portrait and product photography to add natural-looking fill light that emphasizes details.

What Are the Best Light Modifiers for Portrait Photography?

For portrait photography, beauty dishes, softboxes, and large photography umbrellas are highly recommended. Beauty dishes create a natural, yet focused light, softboxes offer a soft, flattering illumination, and umbrellas diffuse light evenly, reducing harsh shadows and highlighting facial features effectively. Using these lighting tools together gives you greater creative control over the lighting and mood for your photos.

What's the Difference Between a Snoot and a Light Grid?

A snoot channels light into a tight, concentrated beam, perfect for creating dramatic spotlight effects and isolating subjects. In contrast, a light grid allows for more controlled and even light distribution, softening the edges of the light, and reducing spill for more precise lighting in photography.

Can Photography Umbrellas Be Used Outdoors?

Photography umbrellas are indeed versatile for both indoor and outdoor use. Outdoors, they excel in softening harsh sunlight, reducing shadows, and providing balanced lighting. Their portability makes them ideal for on-location shoots, helping photographers achieve studio-quality lighting in various natural environments. However, like a regular umbrella, they are affected by wind so be sure to stabilize your equipment or avoid windy conditions.

Is There a Difference in Using Light Modifiers for Video Versus Still Photography?

Yes, the key difference lies in lighting continuity. For video, light modifiers must support continuous lighting, ensuring steady, flicker-free illumination. Softboxes, diffusers, and reflectors are adapted to provide consistent lighting, crucial for maintaining visual uniformity throughout video recordings, unlike the more static needs of still photography.

What Is the Best Light Angle for Portrait Photography?

For optimal portrait photography, position the light source at a 45 to 60-degree angle towards the subject, combined with a top-down 45-degree angle to illuminate the face. This setup creates a flattering balance of light and shadow. Additionally, using a reflector on the unlit side of the face increases exposure, enhancing facial details and creating a more dimensional image.

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