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Neewer 32 inches 80 centimeters Octagon Softbox Octagonal Speedlite Studio Flash Speedlight Umbrella Softbox with Carrying Bag for Portrait or Product Photography

Last Updated: November 24, 2018 (Refresh Now)
8.3
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
381
Old Reviews
194
Unverified
7
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100.79 meters
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Review Analysis - 180 recent, verified reviews

Detailed Mode
Build Quality
 36
zipper, build quality, light stand, diffuser, tilt
+61%
-39%
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" ...  Was a bit of fun to figure out putting it together (more so getting all the spokes to bend how you need them).  ...  "
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" ...  The umbrella has quite a sturdy construction and is very easy to assemble.  ...  "
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" ...  I love these soft boxes, I now own two of them.  ...  "
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" ...  Soft and even.  ...  "
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" ...  good build quality .  ...  "
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" ...  With the boom stand, I am able to position the softbox much closer than with my regular light stands.  ...  "
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" ...  I can raise or lower it to any height and adjust the angle and direction very precisely, plus the mic stand is much sturdier than the lighting stand that came with the bundle.  ...  "
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" ...  The soft box is easy to use and durable  ...  "
Price
 31
worth, money, cost, softboxes, performer
+97%
-3%
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" ...  This is a great substitute if you don't have the money to purchase the high end name brand, but still need something to get the job done.  ...  "
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" ...  good for the price  ...  "
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" ...  This is a bargain.  ...  "
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" ...  Does the job for an affordable price  ...  "
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" ...  Great product for the price.  ...  "
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" ...  Decent quality construction (great for the price).  ...  "
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" ...  I know softboxes can be hundred of dollars. ... Other then that , these are pretty amazing for the cheap price.  ...  "
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" ...  I know softboxes can be hundred of dollars. ... Other then that , these are pretty amazing for the cheap price.  ...  "
Design
 20
umbrella, beautiful soft light, subject, soft, material
+100%
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" ...  Just like an umbrella, but with the octobox look.  ...  "
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" ...  and they look pretty good.  ...  "
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" ...  Beautiful soft light.  ...  "
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" ...  Soft and even.  ...  "
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" ...  I got really soft and pleasing light.  ...  "
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" ...  First I have this square object and as you can see this is how it looks without flash, this is how it looks with silver lining and this is once you put the white cover on.  ...  "
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" ...  The inner material is nice and reflective and the diffuser does it's job well.  ...  "
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" ...  I was impressed how professional it looks.  ...  "
Ease of Use
 19
set, tear, friendly, easy to use, easy to setup
+100%
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" ...  I LOVED how easy it was to set up.  ...  "
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" ...  These are great diffusers, super easy to setup and use.  ...  "
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" ...  Adequate quality and very easy to maneuver  ...  "
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" ...  They are great quality and easy to use.  ...  "
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" ...  Setup and tear down couldn't be easier.  ...  "
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" ...  I've used this on a photoshoot with great results, easy to setup and breakdown.  ...  "
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" ...  Easy open and close.  ...  "
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" ...  Very simple to assemble and take down.  ...  "
Setup
 17
easy, speedlight, simple, set, easy to setup
+100%
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" ...  Do note there are no included directions -- however: it is a very straight forward set up.  ...  "
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" ...  The umbrella has quite a sturdy construction and is very easy to assemble.  ...  "
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" ...  These are great diffusers, super easy to setup and use.  ...  "
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" ...  Setup and tear down couldn't be easier.  ...  "
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" ...  I purchased it mainly to have a nice looking but effective mobile setup.  ...  "
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" ...  I recently wanted to give a home studio a try but before jumping into a big financial commitment I wanted to see how it went so I purchased this and the smaller version.  ...  "
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" ...  Came well packaged and assembled just fine.  ...  "
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" ...  I've used this on a photoshoot with great results, easy to setup and breakdown.  ...  "
Fit
 16
flash, snapped, octagon, light stand, diffuser
+50%
-50%
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" ...  Umbrella jammed and broke the second time I used it.  ...  "
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" ...  Great until the steel warped and would not fold into the collapsed position.  ...  "
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" ...  The wind got it and it fell over and that was the end of it. ... It didn’t even fall that hard.  ...  "
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" ...  The umbrella jammed after 5 uses.  ...  "
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" ...  Can't get it to fit or stay on properly!  ...  "
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" ...  Unfortunately one of the little rivets attaching the connecting arm to the ribs of the umbrella broke.  ...  "
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" ...  Snapped on 3rd use! ... The center column just suddenly snapped.  ...  "
Camera
 15
photography, shoot, neewer, softbox, unflattering
+100%
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" ...  Elevates your photography instantly.  ...  "
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" ...  I️ used this with my alien bee and captured this shot.  ...  "
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" ...  Used it with my speedlight, and achieved beautiful lighting for portraits.  ...  "
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" ...  I can't wait to shoot more!  ...  "
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" ...  I love the lighting I get using this because it totally transforms the horror that is any photo taken with direct flash (the most unnatural and unflattering lighting there is)and gives detail without harsh shadows  ...  "
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" ...  I love the lighting I get using this because it totally transforms the horror that is any photo taken with direct flash (the most unnatural and unflattering lighting there is)and gives detail without harsh shadows  ...  "
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" ...  First time for me using more professional lighting during a shoot and I am very happy with the results I got using the Neewer octagonal softbox.  ...  "
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" ...  First time for me using more professional lighting during a shoot and I am very happy with the results I got using the Neewer octagonal softbox.  ...  "
Storage
 11
flash, zippered, locations, softboxes, softbox
+82%
-18%
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" ...  Great soft box for the cost.  ...  "
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" ...  I plan to get the two of the 47 inch soft boxes too.  ...  "
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" ...  Comes with a storage bag which is a nice plus.  ...  "
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" ...  I like the design of the umbrella, with the zippered slit allowing the stand and flash to be placed inside from underneath.  ...  "
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" ...  It comes with a carry/storage pouch that holds the umbrella and white panel.  ...  "
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" ...  So easy to assemble, just open it like a umbrella.  ...  "
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" ...  There is a zippered opening to get your stand through the bottom and then mount the flash on the inside. ... - The flash unit goes inside the umbrella. ... Overall, I am very happy with this softbox and would recommend it to anyone who is looking for an affordable, yet quality entry to expand their flash photography gear.  ...  "
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" ...  It is easy to assemble and holds up great.  ...  "
Comfort
 10
velcro, soft, hard, fall, caught
+50%
-50%
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" ...  The velcro does feel a little weak, so I anticipate that I may have a weekend project of restitching that back on at some point.  ...  "
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" ...  It didn’t even fall that hard.  ...  "
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" ...  Caught in the wind and broke. ... Caught in the wind and broke.  ...  "
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" ...  The diffuser is a bit awkward to attach, since it is secured by a bunch of velcro around the circumference, would be a bit better if it was a zipper.  ...  "

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Specifications

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Size:  100.79 meters
100.79 meters
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