How To Assemble Pixapro Recessed Octagonal Softboxes
How To Assemble Pixapro Recessed Octagonal Softboxes
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PiXAPRO
95cm (37.4") Standard Octagonal Softbox
D-010200-04-P
The softbox is an enclosure around a bulb comprising reflective side and back walls and a diffusing material at the front of the light. A softbox can be used with either flash or continuous light.
The problem you might be aware of when you use your flashlights is that the shadows of the object are quite sharp, creating an artificial look to the object. The easiest and probably most effective solution is to use softboxes to diffuse the shadows. The octagonal shape really helps to engulf your subject with soft even light. The unique octagonal shape allows round, defined highlights with the main bonus of round catchlights in your subject's eyes
The softbox in this listing is 95 cm octagonal shape, comes with Interchangeable speeding ring, and inner and front white diffuser.
Traditional setup softbox ideal for studio use
We also have the Easy setup version that can be found HERE.
PLEASE NOTE: THE FLASH UNIT AND STAND ARE NOT INCLUDED.
PLEASE NOTE: This listing is for the softbox only and does not include a light.
Fitting Compatibility
| Fitting Type | Compatible Brands |
| Bowens S-Type | Pixapro, Lencarta, Godox, Aurora, Lastolite Lumen8, RimeLite, iLux, Walimex VC / K +DS, Jinbei, Bowens, Interfit: Stellar and Venus Series |
| Elinchrom | Elinchrom, Interfit EX and EXD series, Calumet Genesis Studio Flashes |
| Hensel | Hensel Porty, Expert Pro, Integra Pro, eFlash, EH Heads, EH Mini and EHT flash heads |
| Broncolor (Big) | Broncolor Primo, Pulso, Siros, Minicom, Unilite, Litos, MobiLED and Flashman flash heads |
| Multiblitz (V-Type) | Multiblitz Magnolite, Magnolux, Ministudio, Variolite, and Xenolux, and Flashpoint II flash heads. |
| Multiblitz (P-Type) | Multiblitz Profilite, Profilux, and Minilite flash heads |
| Profoto | Profoto Flash Heads |
Features
- Creates soft light for, ideal for portrait photography
- Large enough for full body shots and for photographing large objects
- Octagonal in shape to give your subject more pleasing catchlights in their eyes
- Highly reflective interior to maximise light-efficiency
- Two layers of diffusion for more even coverage
- Comes with its own carry bag for portability
What’s In the Box
- 1x 95cm Octagonal Softbox + SpeedRing
- 1x Inner diffuser
- 1x Outer diffuser
- 8x Frame Pole
- 1x Carry Bag
Specifications
| Softbox Dimension: | 95 cm |
| Depth: | 32.5 cm |
| Softbox Shape | Octagonal |
| Fitting: | Interchangeable Speedring |
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Q&A’s
I am trying to put this softbox together, but I'm not sure which holes in the speedring to used for my particular softbox?
- All of the different types of softboxes in this range use the same speed ring, which is why there are more holes than there are rods for your particular softbox.
Please see the diagram below which shows you which holes should be used for each type of softbox.
How Do I assemble my Speedring for my Pixapro Softbox?
- Our Softbox speedrings are all comprised of two separate parts. The Outer-Ring which is the part where the softbox rods are inserted into, and an Inner-Ring which features the bayonet fitting for your studio flash head (the Inner-rings will vary in appearance depending on the fitting that you have chosen).
- First place the two parts on a surface with the four thumb screws facing upwards on the outer ring as shown in the photo below
- Remove all of the thumb-screws and place your inner ring in the centre of the outer ring bayonet side up as shown in the photo below.
- Once the inner-ring is in place, replace all of the thumb-screws to secure the Inner Ring in place as shown below.
- Your speedring is now complete and ready for use with your softbox.
- First place the two parts on a surface with the four thumb screws facing upwards on the outer ring as shown in the photo below
Why would you use an Octagonal Softbox over a traditional square/rectangular softbox?
- Octagonal boxes (or Octaboxes) and Traditional softboxes pretty much work in the same way, but due to their octagonal shape, Octaboxes focus the light a little better than a square or rectangular softbox does, giving you a slightly better light output. Octagonal softboxes also produce more pleasing round catch lights in the eyes of your subjects.
I have hot lights that can take S-type/E-type accessories, can I use your softboxes with them?
- Our softboxes are not designed for use with hot running lights, we would not recommend using these with any lights that run at high temperatures as this could damage the softbox.
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Product Reviews
Softbox
Great Softbox.
A nice quality product
I found it easy to assemble and fitted on to my strobe with no problem . It seems quite robustly made and has an inner and front diffusion panels.
PIXAPRO 95cm (37.4") Standard Octagonal Softbox
Pica pro a High quality item, easy to assemble. Lovely soft light.
PIXAPRO 95cm (37.4") Standard Octagonal Softbox
Nice soft box that could only be improved by the inclusion of a grid. Can't buy an after-market grid as there is no velcro on the sides to attach it to.
Assembly takes some getting used to as the struts are necessarily stiff (or I'm getting weaker!) but once assembled it provides very nice lighting for portraits and groups.
95cm (37.4") Standard Octagonal Softbox
Received the soft box today. Absolutely outstanding quality, simple to put together and it even has a case to store it in. I've had some alleged professional gear, that is not as good quality as this. It has an inner diffuser as well as an outer one...it gives a lovely balanced light from my prolinca head..It's also big enough to do small groups, using just the one head. 10/10
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