Product Description

The Photo Basics 5-in-1 Collapsible Reflector Kit is versatile in the field and in the studio, providing shadow-lightening detail in your subject, using available, or studio lighting. It contains a translucent white disc, which is perfect for softening direct sunlight, or lights without diffusion. Use the removable, reversible zippered slipcover to reflect light into shadow areas of your subject. The cover consists of the following colors: silver, gold, white and black. This 42" reflector is perfect for 3/4 length portraits, and medium still-life setups. It folds down to 1/3 its open size, and comes with a carry case. We suggest the purchase of a pivoting arm and stand, to hold the disc where needed -- especially if you are working without an assistant.

Product Details

• Brand: F.J. Westcott Co.
• Model: 301
• Released on: 2006-11-25
• Dimensions: 1.00" h x 13.50" w x 13.50" l, 1.75 pounds

Features

• Silver increases the specular highlights and yields a high-contrast image. Its perfect for video, product shots and B&W photography.
• Gold produces a natural, golden fill that is great for sunsets or indoor portraits.
• White produces an even, neutral-colored bounce light that works beautifully as a fill light source for product shots and indoor/outdoor portraits.
• Black is used as a flag to block light or can be used to subtract light
• Translucent fabric is used to diffuse light, producing a broad light source and a soft, wraparound effect that's perfect for outdoor portraits

Customer Reviews

Does what it says
I'm not sure why someone would rate this reflector low because "it's too big" since in the 21st century I would hope that people have figured out the concept of measuring length and it's not the fault of the reflector if they don't understand that 40 is bigger than 32, but truth be told, this is a nice large reflector and I am glad for it.

If you do portraits, you want to make sure you cover the shadows and with a smaller one it's a little harder to aim. I also like that the translucent part of this is big enough to cover a whole person without standing too close to them. Also the large size lets you use this as a background for a headshot or closeup.

The zipper IS kind of weird but pretty much all 5-in-1 reflectors are a little fussy when it comes to sliding the different reflectors in and this is not something you can do when you're in a hurry. you need a place to lay down the reflector and slide in the middle part and close the zipper. If this is a problem for you, it might be better to buy dedicated reflectors or a 2-in-1 type thing, but overall if you're on a budget, this product works well if you are patient.

FYI, I just use a tripod or light stand and home depot clips to hold this together and not the one that is sold for it.

Very nice reflector
I just received this today and am impressed with it. Very good value for the money. Folds down to a nice size and seems very large when open. I'd recommend this to someone who is looking for a decent reflector at a good price.

zipper is poor quality
material seems fine but the zipper is very difficult to work with. making this thing reversible is easier said than done.