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MFG# 1513
Samy's Part# S-083528
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The Westcott 50 in. Illuminator QuickGrip 5-in-1 Reflector is the fastest, most affordable way to control light for 3/4-length portraits, small groups, and wide-frame video shots. Easily control contrast, shadows, light direction, and more with 5 versatile surfaces. It pops open instantly and
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MFG# 301P
Samy's Part# S-018849
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The Westcott Basics 40 In. 5-in-1 Reflector (2-Pack) is versatile in the field and in the studio, providing shadow-lightening detail in your subject, using available, or studio lighting. It starts out as a translucent white disc -- perfect for softening direct sun, or lights without diffusion....
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MFG# 29822500A115
Samy's Part# S-077656
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The Rosco DMG Lumiere Barndoors for Single DASH Light assembly attaches to the front of a single DMG Lumiere DASH light via magnets to shape and direct the fixture's output. There are also elastic straps for additional security. The frame is made of polycarbonate and the leaves of stainless

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MFG# ASGBFMMSET2
Samy's Part# S-071768
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MFG# ASGBFMMSET1
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MFG# 101230
Samy's Part# S-070067
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Light shaping is the key to creating amazing images and Profoto Clic light shaping tools provide many creative possibilities for the Profoto C1 Plus, A1X and A1. Each light shaping tool has its own distinct effect on light.


Clic Dome diffuses the light for a soft and crisp light. It creates a very...
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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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MFG# 909317
Samy's Part# PHOG909317
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The Photogenic 60" 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.

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MFG# DL1332WS
Samy's Part# PHOTDL1332WS
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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# 101010012425
Samy's Part# S-081049
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The
 Rosco 24 in. x 25 ft. Blackwrap (Roll) is made using a flexible .002-inch thick aluminum substrate that is form-holding and both heat and weather resistant. Featuring a matte black coating on both sides, these materials are ideal for masking light leaks and eliminating unwanted reflections....
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MFG# 101010011250
Samy's Part# S-081048
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The Rosco 12 in. x 50 ft. Blackwrap (Roll) is made using a flexible .002-inch thick aluminum substrate that is form-holding and both heat and weather resistant. Featuring a matte black coating on both sides, these materials are ideal for masking light leaks and eliminating unwanted reflections.

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MFG# APF0046A35
Samy's Part# S-079599
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The amaran Spotlight SE Iris is an all-metal 18-leaf iris insert that controls the beam size of the Spotlight SE. The Iris simply slots into a cutout located on the top of the SpotlightSE and its aperture is controlled via a lever. With 18 iris blades, the resulting aperture when closing and opening...
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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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MFG# 917930
Samy's Part# PHOG917930
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A wide coverage reflector with a satin anodized surface. Used with the background light, this reflector has a narrow 1"x 3" slot that allows some spill to rim light the subject, while also illuminating the background. 150° angle of coverage.
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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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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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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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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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MFG# 2021
Samy's Part# WESC2021
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The Wescott 60in. 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.

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MFG# 1512
Samy's Part# S-083527
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The Westcott 40 in. Illuminator QuickGrip 5-in-1 Reflector is the fastest, most affordable way to control light for couples' portraits, medium still life, and multi-person video scenes. Adjust contrast, warmth, shadow softness, and light direction with 5 surfaces. It pops open instantly and features
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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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MFG# 505605
Samy's Part# PROF505605
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The Silver Umbrella provides focused lighting, along with soft shadow definition. It is especially suitable for bringing out structural details in materials or if a higher light output is needed. The Silver Umbrella fits directly on actual Profoto flash heads, monolights plus the ProTungsten...
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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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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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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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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# 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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MFG# U180STR
Samy's Part# S-078018
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While Nanlite Shallow Umbrella 180 (Silver, 71 in.)
was designed for NanLite P-series monolights, but its 8mm shaft makes it compatible with most LED, strobe, and constant light fixtures. The light source can be slid anywhere along shaft to focus and de-focus the output to vary the umbrella's...
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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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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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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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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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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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MFG# 1873
Samy's Part# WESC1873
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A gold reflector warms up skin tones while filling in unwanted shadows. Use a white reflector to fill in unwanted shadows while keeping skin tones neutral. This rectangular fabric fits our 42" x 72" Scrim Jim frame and is ideal for fashion photography and full-length shots.

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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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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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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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