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MFG# BDAL150
Samy's Part# S-082541
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The Nanlite Barndoors for Alien 150C allow for more selective lighting by controlling the direction of light. The four adjustable leaves have a black finish and help illuminate areas that you want, while keeping light from areas where you don't want it. This metal-constructed modifier attaches...
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$44.90
MFG# 29822500A111
Samy's Part# S-077655
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The Rosco DMG Lumiere Round DOT Diffuser for DASH LED Light is a half-globe modifier that mounts in a second via magnets onto the front of the DMG DASH LED fixture, changing the light quality from the rectangular DASH into a glowing circle of light. Uses include creating eye light, adding

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$44.25
MFG# 280R
Samy's Part# LEE280
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Lee's 280 Black Foil is used to reduce unwanted light spill or to control unwanted reflections. A versatile and useful tool to have in the studio. 24" x 25' roll.
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$44.00
MFG# L2791900
Samy's Part# ARRI531320
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Creates special effects with the addition of filters. Change background colors or the over all mood of the scene. Just add this filter frame and all the filters you want and slide them into the lamphead accessory holders.
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$40.00
MFG# 1303
Samy's Part# WESC1303
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This silver/white reflector provides a perfect combination. Provide punch to your images using the specular silver or reflect soft neutral light back onto your subject utilizing the white.

One of our most popular sizes for in the studio or on location, this reflector is ideal for portraits and...
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$39.99
MFG# SSNOOT
Samy's Part# S-028524
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The new Gary Fong Speed Snoot (collapsible) boasts the newly designed mounting system which allows photographers to securely attach and switch out modifiers in seconds. The Speed Snoot gives photographers maximum efficiency and directional control over strobe lighting when mounted off-camera,...
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$39.95
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MFG# 1511
Samy's Part# S-083526
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The Westcott 30 in. Illuminator QuickGrip 5-in-1 Reflector is the fastest, most affordable way to control light for portraits, small still life, and single-person video interviews. Control contrast, shadows, light direction, and more with 5 versatile surfaces. It pops open instantly and features
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$39.90
MFG# 4724
Samy's Part# S-067138
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A light modifier duo that's ideal for light control, the Westcott Snoot with Honeycomb Grid (Bowens/Godox Mount)
narrows your light source's beam spread while eliminating spill and enabling selective lighting. Using the snoot alone, the light is narrowed into a soft-edged circle, the diameter...
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$39.90
MFG# 4707N
Samy's Part# S-065832
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Especially useful for eliminating the hot spot when using a softbox, the
Westcott Glass Dome for FJ400 Flash Head has a frosted finish that both diffuses the light output and protects the flash tube simultaneously. The dome can be installed in seconds without tools.
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$39.90
MFG# EL26167
Samy's Part# ELINEL26167
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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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$39.00
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MFG# RS2003
Samy's Part# S-008641
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This heavy duty 3-section one piece crossbar features twist locks to allow continuous adjustment from 4 feet to 10 feet. Just turn the section counterclockwise to release, extend to the length desired and then turn clockwise to lock in place. Features locking screws for a secure fit to user's...
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MFG# 101205
Samy's Part# S-058803
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Designed for hairlighting, accent lighting or other uses requiring directional control, the 
Profoto A1 Grid Kit clicks on the flash magnetically like the A1's other accessories and narrows the flash's wide beam spread. A 20-degree grid is included for tight, directional beam control, while the...
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$39.00
MFG# UMADW2200KT
Samy's Part# S-019036
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This Photoflex ShoeMount/SpeedLight Umbrella Kit is designed for quick remote soft lighting by an assistant. Just add your own speedlight and your assistant can either light up the background or give you a professional looking off camera 2nd light for your portraits or group photos. It includes...
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$39.00
MFG# 909201
Samy's Part# PHOG909201
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The Photogenic 45" White Eclipse umbrella is notable for its ability to eliminate the "ghost" image created by the exposed ribs of ordinary umbrellas. White reflective fabric covers the ribs and removes them from the primary light path. Includes a removable black fabric cover that fastens...
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$38.95
MFG# EL26170
Samy's Part# S-069305
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The 
Elinchrom 6.3 in. 90 degree Wide Angle Reflector is designed for photographers who need a bright single light source for even illumination with umbrellas and backgrounds, copy work, or large group photography. It measures 6.3" in diameter.
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$37.95
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MFG# 2011
Samy's Part# WESC2011
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The Westcott 43 In. Collapsible Optical White Satin Umbrella with Removable Black Cover with removable cover is a great portable way to really soften or reflect light from a flash or strobe. With the cover in place, easily bounce light. Remove the cover for instant diffusion. Westcott has been...
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$37.90
MFG# 2016
Samy's Part# WESC2016
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The Wescott 45 In. Optical White Satin with Removable Black Cover Umbrella is a great portable way to really soften or reflect light from a flash or strobe. With the cover in place, easily bounce light. Remove the cover for instant diffusion. For any on-location photographer, umbrellas are a great...
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$37.90
MFG# EL26350
Samy's Part# S-045775
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Easy to set up, lightweight and fitting into most Elinchrom umbrellas are ideal for portraits and groups. With Elinchrom's unique central shaft, Elinchrom's umbrellas offer the most symmetrical light distribution. All umbrellas are made with non-fluorescent material. 85 cm umbrellas are ideal...
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$36.95
MFG# DL1642SG
Samy's Part# PHOTDL1642SG
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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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$34.99
MFG# DL1522ZZ
Samy's Part# PHOTDL1522ZZ
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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. Double Laminated-All metalic foil...
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$34.95
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MFG# EL26386
Samy's Part# S-026514
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Easy to set up, lightweight and fitting into most Elinchrom carrying bags, umbrellas are ideal for portraits and groups. With Elinchrom's unique central shaft, Elinchrom umbrella offer the most symmetrical light distribution. All EL-umbrellas are made with non-fluorescent material. The Elinchrom...
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$34.00
MFG# MS01060119
Samy's Part# S-085371
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The amaran Barndoors for Pano 60c Light Panel
 are a lighting accessory for Pano 60c light panels to shape and sculpt light. To install, leave the barndoors closed and place them facing downwards on a flat surface. Attach the barndoors to the fixture using wired clasps that connect to the light's...
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$32.00
MFG# EL26351
Samy's Part# S-045776
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The Elinchrom 33 In. Eco Umbrella (Translucent) can be used as a direct shoot through or indirect bounce light with a wide soft spread of light. EL-Umbrellas are delivered with a sleeve for transport and protection. The 7 mm Umbrella shaft fits to EL Compacts and Heads with the centred Umbrella...
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$30.95
MFG# 1508
Samy's Part# WESC1508
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The sunlight/silver reflector is a popular favorite in the reflector line. Sunlight surfaces provide a slight and very natural looking warming effect. Not quite as harsh as gold and not as cool as silver, but a happy medium between the both. The silver surface provides a specular light adding...
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MFG# 909143
Samy's Part# PHOG909143
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The Photogenic 32" White Eclipse umbrella is notable for its ability to eliminate the "ghost" image created by the exposed ribs of ordinary umbrellas. White reflective fabric covers the ribs and removes them from the primary light path. Includes a removable black fabric cover that fastens atop...
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$29.95
MFG# DL1322WS
Samy's Part# PHOTDL1322WS
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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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  • Double Laminated-All
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$29.95
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MFG# DL1112WT
Samy's Part# PHOTDL1112WT
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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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  • Double Laminated-All
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$29.95
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MFG# DL1812SL
Samy's Part# S-021968
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The Photoflex Mini Litedisc 12 in. (White/SunLite) is a collapsible reflector. Photoflex LiteDiscs and MultiDiscs are designed for producing desired lighting effects in the studio, or on location. These are used to add light to shadow areas, add or subtract color casts, or diffuse harsh light....
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$29.95
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MFG# 2012
Samy's Part# WESC2012
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This is a Westcott 32" Convertible Umbrella. Umbrellas soften, broaden, and diminish the light output of any tungsten or flash light source. Umbrellas with a white interior will soften and weaken light more than an umbrella with a silver lining. A white umbrella without a black backing may also...
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$29.90
MFG# 4761
Samy's Part# S-071091
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Designed by Lindsay Adler, the Westcott Creative Color Gel Pack for Optical Spot by Lindsay Adler (10 Pack) pairs with the Westcott Optical Spot to change the color of your light output. Sized to fit the gel holder included with the Optical Spot, these 2.5” (6.4cm) round gels are ideal for creating
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$29.90
MFG# APA0229A31
Samy's Part# S-081246
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The Aputure MC Pro Bubble Diffuser
is designed for the MC Pro mini LED light (available separately). It attaches directly to the front of the panel and helps you create a wider and softer spread of light with your panel. The included mounting bracket is made of aluminum with a black hard-anodized...
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$29.00
MFG# ASBDLL5C
Samy's Part# S-078681
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This 
Bulb Diffuser fits the Nanlite LitoLite 5C LED panel and allows for a softer and more natural-looking light. It can also power the LitoLite 5C and charge it when the dimming status is zero.
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$27.90
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MFG# L20005106
Samy's Part# ARRI531253
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Same as the half single but reduces light intensity twice as much as the half single.
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$27.00
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MFG# L20005105
Samy's Part# ARRI531252
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This scrim covers the whole face of the light. It has two metal screens in it, reducing light intensity by two times the amount of the full single.
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$27.00
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MFG# EL26383
Samy's Part# S-041913
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The 33" Varistar Umbrella from Elinchrom is a versatile light shaper that performs like a softbox but sets up and breaks down with the speed of an umbrella. The Varistar is based on the translucent shoot-through umbrella, but the problem with shoot-throughs has always been unwanted spill...
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$26.95
MFG# 2005
Samy's Part# WESC2005
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This umbrella is a great portable way to really soften light from a flash or strobe. In addition, it can be used as a bounce light source. Out of all the colored bounce umbrella's, this one will produce an image with the least contrast and the softest light because the majority of hard light is...
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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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

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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