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MFG# L2.0034267
Samy's Part# S-066582
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The Arri 20 in. DoPchoice Medium Dome for Orbiter 
is a 20" translucent fabric sphere that casts a soft, omnidirectional light, suitable for illuminating large areas with minimal shadows. Light spread can be controlled by masking the base of the dome using the one or both of the included removable...
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MFG# L20008058
Samy's Part# S-047434
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The Arri 60 Degree Honeycomb Grid for SkyPanel S60 controls the light by reducing the beam angle to approx. 60 degrees. It adds directionality to the light output and helps to control light spill by narrowing the beam angle. The grid slides directly into the S60's primary accessory slot and its...
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MFG# L20007818
Samy's Part# S-047435
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The Arri Light Intensifier Panel for SkyPanel S60 LED Light is intensifier panel for SkyPanel S60-C that increases light output by up to 50% while maintaining a soft, even beam of light. The increase in output is achieved by capturing some of the light going off to the side and refocusing it in...
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MFG# L20008187
Samy's Part# S-047802
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The ARRI 4-Leaf Barndoors for LED SkyPanel S30 is a lightweight accessory that helps diminish spill light and control the beam spread of the LED SkyPanel S30.
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MFG# L20008065
Samy's Part# S-047800
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The Arri 30 Degrees Honeycomb Grid for SkyPanel S30 controls the light by reducing the beam angle to approximately 30 degrees. The grid slides into the S30's primary accessory slot and its honeycomb design also helps to reduce multiple shadows that traditional square louvers would create.

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MFG# L20008048
Samy's Part# S-049017
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Slides into the primary accessory slot this ARRI 4-Chamber Eggcrate Grid for SkyPanel S30 LED Light (60 degrees) is 130 mm thick (5.1 inches) and controls light by limiting the half peak angle to 60 degrees. The eggcrates have a 4, 8 and 16 chamber design for the S30, S60 and S120 - respectively....
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MFG# L2794700
Samy's Part# ARRI531610
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Barndoors attach to the front of a light and are used to restrict light from areas of a set. Arri barndoors are heat resistant and rotatable. Barndoors narrow the beam spread of a light fixture. They help create a 3-dimensional look to a lighting scheme by placing light in a specific area, or...
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MFG# L2798900
Samy's Part# ARRI531220
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Create 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. The filter frames slide into the lamphead accessory holders. Arri Filter Frames are circular and heat resistant.
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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# 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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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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MFG# L20005104
Samy's Part# ARRI531251
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This scrim only covers half of the lightface reducing half of the light beams intensity.
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MFG# L20005099
Samy's Part# ARRI531153
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Scrims are metal screens mounted in a metal frame. They are placed in front of a light to reduce light intensity.

Arri makes four different types of scrims.

Full single- this scrim covers the entire lightface and reduces the intensity of the entire light beam.

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MFG# L20005122
Samy's Part# ARRI531653
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Scrims are metal screens mounted in a metal frame. They are placed in front of a light to reduce light intensity.

Arri makes four different types of scrims.

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MFG# L2793950
Samy's Part# ARRI530120
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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 it into the lampheads accessory holders.
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MFG# L20005090
Samy's Part# ARRI530151
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Scrims are metal screens mounted in a metal frame. They are placed in front of a light to reduce light intensity.

Arri makes four different types of scrims.

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MFG# L20005112
Samy's Part# ARRI531353
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Scrims are metal screens mounted in a metal frame. They are placed in front of a light to reduce light intensity.

Arri makes four different types of scrims.

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MFG# L20005097
Samy's Part# ARRI531151
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Scrims are metal screens mounted in a metal frame. They are placed in front of a light to reduce light intensity.

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MFG# L20005110
Samy's Part# ARRI531351
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Scrims are metal screens mounted in a metal frame. They are placed in front of a light to reduce light intensity.

Arri makes four different types of scrims.

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MFG# L20005120
Samy's Part# ARRI531651
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Scrims are metal screens mounted in a metal frame. They are placed in front of a light to reduce light intensity.

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MFG# L20005214
Samy's Part# ARRI571152
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Scrims are metal screens mounted in a metal frame. They are placed in front of a light to reduce light intensity. Arri makes four different types of scrims. Full single- this scrim covers the entire lightface and reduces the intensity of the entire light beam. Full double- again this scrim covers...
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MFG# L2.0038791
Samy's Part# S-072216
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The Arri DoPchoice SnapGrid M 40-Degree for SnapBag Orbiter attaches directly to the front of medium DoPchoice SnapBags, incl. the SnapBag M for Orbiter. The SnapGrid provides directional light control and easily folds away for storage.

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approx. 111 x 82 x 8 cm / 44 x 32 x 3 in

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MFG# L2.0033540
Samy's Part# S-066580
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The Arri Open Face Optic for Orbiter LED Light (15-Degree) 
narrows the 80-degree beam spread of the fixture to allow selective lighting or long throw work. Thanks to ARRI's QLM bayonet mounting system, the lenses attach and can be swapped out in a flash.
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MFG# L20008144
Samy's Part# S-045883
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The ARRI DoPchoice 40 SnapGrid for SkyPanel S60 LED Light attaches directly to the front of the SkyPanel and provides for directional light control. The SnapGrid easily folds away for storage. The 40 degrees grid will control light spill from the fixture and measures 35 x 24 x 3 inches features...
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MFG# L2.0033541
Samy's Part# S-066579
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The 
Arri Open Face Optic for Orbiter LED Light (30-Degree) narrows the 80-degree beam spread of the fixture to allow selective lighting or long throw work. Thanks to ARRI's QLM bayonet mounting system, the lenses attach and can be swapped out in a flash.
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MFG# L2.0033542
Samy's Part# S-066578
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The Arri Open Face Optic for Orbiter LED Light (60-Degree) 
narrows the 80-degree beam spread of the fixture to allow selective lighting or long throw work. Thanks to ARRI's QLM bayonet mounting system, the lenses attach and can be swapped out in a flash.
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MFG# L2396700
Samy's Part# S-001704
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Barndoors narrow the beam spread of a light fixture. They help create a 3-dimensional look to a lighting scheme by placing light in a specific area, or by keeping it away. The more leaves a barndoor set has, or the longer the leaves, the more precisely the beam of light can be controlled.
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MFG# L2791800
Samy's Part# ARRI531330
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For hair and rim lights. Very focused light eliminates flair problems with the camera. Narrow coverage with sharp transition at the edge of the light circle. Extremely heat resistant.
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MFG# 531110
Samy's Part# ARRI531110
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Barndoors attach to the front of a light and are used to restrict light from areas of a set. Arri barndoors are heat resistant and rotatable. Barndoors narrow the beam spread of a light fixture. They help create a 3-dimensional look to a lighting scheme by placing light in a specific area, or...
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MFG# L2769730
Samy's Part# S-010466
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Barndoors narrow the beam spread of a light fixture. They help create a 3-dimensional look to a lighting scheme by placing light in a specific area, or by keeping it away. The more leaves a barndoor set has, or the longer the leaves, the more precisely the beam of light can be controlled.
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MFG# L2791700
Samy's Part# ARRI531310
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Barndoors attach to the front of a light and are used to restrict light from areas of a set. Arri barndoors are heat resistant and rotatable. Barndoors narrow the beam spread of a light fixture. They help create a 3-dimensional look to a lighting scheme by placing light in a specific area, or...
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MFG# L2793800
Samy's Part# ARRI530110
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Barndoors narrow the beam spread of a light fixture. They help create a 3-dimensional look to a lighting scheme by placing light in a specific area, or by keeping it away. The more leaves a barndoor set has, or the longer the leaves, the more precisely the beam of light can be controlled. Arri...
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MFG# L20005253
Samy's Part# ARRI571716
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This is a nylon storage bag with handles and velcro closure for protecting as many as 4 13" wire scrims. It's for the Arri 5KW Fresnel, Arrisun 12 Plus, Arrisun 40/25 Par, Compact HMI 2500/4000 and 2K, 5K Studio Fresnel, or any other manufacturers 13" scrims.
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This is a nylon storage bag with handles and velcro closure for protecting as many as 4 9" wire scrims. It's for the Arri 2000, Compact HMI 1200 and 1000W Studio Fresnel, or any other manufacturers 9" wire scrims.
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Samy's Part# ARRI531620
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Creates special effects with the addition of filters. They slide into the lamphead accessory holders. Change background colors or the over all mood of the scene. Just add this filter frame and all the filters you want.
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Samy's Part# ARRI571712
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This is a nylon storage bag with handles and velcro closure for protecting as many as 4 7.75" wire scrims. It's for the Arri 2000, Compact HMI 1200 and 1000W Studio Fresnel, or any other manufacturers 7.75" scrims.
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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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