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MFG# 101642
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The LA Rag House 48 x 48 in. Aluminum Flat Gel Frame has tig welded out of aluminum and 5/8" mounting pin is offset from center increasing the number of frames that can be stored in an area.
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MFG# 1810
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The fabric is designed to fit the Scrim Jim modular diffusion and reflection system. Diffusing just 3/4-stop of light, this diffusion silk offers just a hint of diffusion. Perfect for overcast days to soften the light ever so slightly.
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MFG# SL-5000-FG
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The Photek SoftLighter Umbrella with Removable 8mm Shaft (46 In.) takes light from your strobe head or mono light, reflects it into its white, silver or gold panel, then softens it again with a diffuser on its way out. This ultra soft umbrella includes one each gold and silver light enhancing...
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MFG# DL1552ZZ
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This is a Photoflex 52" (132cm), Soft Gold/White Opaque LiteDisc collapsible reflector. Photoflex LiteDiscs and MultiDiscs are designed for use in the studio, or on location. They add light to shadow areas, add or subtract color casts, or diffuse harsh light. Each LiteDisc has a sturdy spri

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MFG# GSHC7SET
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This set of honeycomb grids includes one each of 10, 20, 30 and 40 degrees. Diameter is 7 inches, designed for a 7 inch reflector.
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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.

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MFG# 1703
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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.

Be prepared for any situation with this huge 48" x 72" reflector. Great for families, fashion photography,...
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MFG# 169062
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The 90 deg. Flag and Cutter frames will make it possible to position the instrument over the top of the set wall or to use two or more units to create a box for better light control. With this new design, there are now three square corners as opposed to the older design providing just two. In...
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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# 1022
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This 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.

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MFG# 4634
Samy's Part# S-009729
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The 7' White/Black Parabolic Umbrella offers a white interior that softens and broadens bounced light. The solid black backing eliminates any potential for back spill light. Perfect for indoor or outdoor use. Frames are constructed using a fiberglass composite offering added strength and durability...
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MFG# 4633
Samy's Part# S-009728
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The 7' Silver Parabolic Umbrella offers maximum light reflection for use either indoors or outdoors. Frames are constructed using a fiberglass composite offering added strength and durability over standard steel or aluminum frames. The custom designed center shaft has been engineered to two times...
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MFG# 1988
Samy's Part# S-041227
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This double-laminated, reversible Westcott Scrim Jim Cine Silver/White Bounce 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 Silver and White Bounce Fabric, allowing for quick placement on the Scrim Jim Cine Frame. Scrim Jim...
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MFG# 1906
Samy's Part# S-041183
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This high-quality, Westcott Scrim Jim Cine Full-Stop Diffuser Fabric (4 x 6 ft.) is for use with a 4’ x 6’ 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# 1844
Samy's Part# S-041175
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This high-quality, Westcott Scrim Jim Cine 3/4-Stop Diffuser Fabric (4 x 6 ft.) is for use with a 4’ x 6’ Scrim Jim Cine Frame. Heavy-duty touch fastener lines the Scrim Jim Cine 3/4-Stop Silk Diffuser Fabric, allowing for quick placement on the Scrim Jim Cine Frame. To soften and diffuse any...
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MFG# 1832
Samy's Part# S-041170
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The Westcott Scrim Jim Cine 1/4-Stop Diffuser Fabric (4 x 6 ft.) give you the ability to precisely soften any light source that you encounter. Designed with only the best diffusion fabrics available, Scrim Jim Cine diffusers are pure in color and will not alter the color temperature of your light...
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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# 101126
Samy's Part# S-066605
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The Profoto
OCF II Grid and Gel Holder was designed with the specific purpose of allowing for quick and easy light shaping. It can be safely attached to any Profoto Off-Camera (OCF) flash with the durable Profoto rubber mount and secured with the strong metal clasp. Once attached, the magnetic...
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MFG# 101128
Samy's Part# S-066602
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The Profoto OCF II Snoot dramatically reduces the light spread from your OCF flash, providing a crisp and direct light with a round shape and no spill. Perfect for location shooting, the snoot is soft and easy to fold for compact storage in your bag and unfolds ready for action in a second. It
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MFG# FRFS-1680F
Samy's Part# S-049676
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MFG# VPOLE
Samy's Part# S-067633
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The Savage V-Hold for Light Modifiers
is an articulated two-section arm that can unfold from a collapsed V-shaped 25.6" length to a fully-extended 94". The V-Hold has two 5/8" mounting options and can clamp onto round objects 1.6" in diameter.
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MFG# DL1352WS
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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# 200834
Samy's Part# S-067250
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The LA Rag House 24 x 36 in. Single Scrim (Black) has Tig Welded 1/4″ Solid Rod Stainless Steel Frame with Radius Corners. Identifying Green Webbing on all 3 Sides.
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MFG# 169059
Samy's Part# MATT169059
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The 90 deg. Flag and Cutter frames will make it possible to position the instrument over the top of the set wall or to use two or more units to create a box for better light control. With this new design, there are now three square corners as opposed to the older design providing just two. In...
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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# LPA3972FR
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Litepanels are desinged with a shock-corded frame so they can be set up and torn down in minutes. The square tube frame prevents twisting while the rounded edges make ti easy to positin two panels together.
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MFG# 4764
Samy's Part# S-071090
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Designed by Lindsay Adler, the Westcott Environmental Gobo Pack for Optical Spot by Lindsay Adler (10 Pack) pairs with the Westcott Optical Spot for projecting focusable images or patterns of light onto any surface or subject. These 2.6" (6.6cm) metal discs with pattern cutouts are ideal for c
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MFG# 4763
Samy's Part# S-071089
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Designed by Lindsay Adler, the Westcott Pattern Gobo Pack by Lindsay Adler for Optical Spot (10 Pack) pairs with the Westcott Optical Spot for projecting focusable images or shapes of light onto any surface or subject. These 2.6” (6.6cm) metal discs with pattern cutouts are ideal for creating,
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MFG# 149545
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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# EL 26166
Samy's Part# S-022671
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These Elinchrom Softlite Reflectors are called Beauty dishes. Slightly harder lighting than a softbox giving better definition of facial features, they are perfect for close in beauty and portrait work. The included Deflector Set can modify the colour and softness. The light can be further softened...
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MFG# DL1542ZZ
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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# APXF043A38
Samy's Part# S-080150
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The 
Spotlight Max 10-Piece Gobo Kit (Size A) allows lights outfitted with the Spotlight Max to project unique patterns onto backgrounds or walls. Included are a variety of ten A-size, 3.9" gobos with classic designs such as modern window, fire, scatter, church window, grille, ripple, lightning,...
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MFG# 1031
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This reflector kit contains two panels for ideal results. Use the diffuse 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 not be either. This complete kit offers every color reflector surfaces allowing you to choose...
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MFG# 1503
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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. No second guessing whether it will be big enough, this 52" size offers a generous surface area great for...
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MFG# 169042
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MFG# DL42MULTI
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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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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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