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The Ulanzi FOLD QS80 is an 80cm octagonal softbox designed to create softer, broader and more natural-looking illumination for photography and video.
Its larger 80cm opening provides a broad light source suitable for portraits, commercial video and product work, with Ulanzi specifying soft illumination at working distances of approximately 2–3 metres.
A foldable quick-release design reduces setup and packing time, making the QS80 practical for both studio and location work. Once finished, the softbox folds flat for more compact transport and storage.
The included diffusion cloth softens the output, while the honeycomb grid provides greater control over spill. A standard Bowens mount provides broad compatibility with compatible lighting fixtures, and the mount itself is detachable for replacement with other mount standards.
The FOLD QS80 is designed for photographers, filmmakers and content creators who want a larger soft light source without the inconvenience of a complicated softbox assembly.
Its combination of an 80cm opening, Bowens mount and quick-fold construction makes it particularly useful for portraits, product videography, commercial productions and portable studio setups.
The QS80 provides an 80cm opening, creating a larger apparent light source for softer, broader illumination.
Ulanzi specifies the softbox for use at approximately 2–3 metres, making it suitable for portrait, ambient and product lighting where a broader source can produce more natural-looking results.
The foldable quick-release mechanism is designed to reduce the time required to open and collapse the softbox.
This is particularly useful for location shoots or productions where lighting equipment needs to be moved and packed away regularly.
Care should be taken when opening and collapsing the softbox due to the strong elastic tension in the folding mechanism.
The QS80 uses a standard Bowens mount, providing compatibility with a wide range of compatible photography and video lights.
The mount is detachable, allowing it to be replaced with other mount standards where suitable compatible mounts are available.
The included diffusion cloth uses hook-and-loop attachment and helps soften the light before it reaches the subject.
This provides broader, more natural illumination for portraits, products and video production.
Adding the included honeycomb grid provides greater control over the direction and spread of the softened light.
This helps reduce unwanted spill onto backgrounds or other areas of the scene, making it easier to light the subject more selectively.
The QS80 can be used without diffusion, with the diffusion cloth, or with the diffusion cloth and honeycomb grid together.
These configurations provide different levels of softness and control without requiring a separate modifier.
Despite its 80cm opening, the QS80 weighs approximately 0.65kg and folds flat for transport.
The supplied storage bag measures 80 × 25cm, providing a practical way to carry the softbox between studio and location shoots.
The FOLD QS80 combines the broader illumination of an 80cm softbox with a folding design intended to make setup and transport more manageable.
The diffusion cloth provides softer light for subjects, while the honeycomb grid helps control spill when more precise placement is required.
Its standard Bowens mount also makes it a versatile option for creators using compatible lighting from different manufacturers rather than limiting the softbox to a single lighting system.
| Brand | Ulanzi |
| Model | FOLD QS80 |
| Type | Octagonal softbox |
| Material | Stretch reflective fabric |
| Net Weight | 0.65kg |
| Gross Weight | 1.2kg |
| Package Size | 65.5 × 15.5 × 3cm |
| Opening Size | 80 × 37cm |
| Storage Bag Size | 80 × 25cm |
| Mount Type | Standard Bowens mount |
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