Photoflex LiteDome Q39, Medium Softbox , 24x32x17" (61x81x43cm)
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SPEED RING REQUIRED FOR USE
Remember the Essentials
A speed ring is required and not included with this unit. Remember to get the best type of speed ring for the light you are using. If you plan on using it with multiple lights we recommend the adjustable speed ring.
This is a Photoflex LiteDome Q39, Medium Softbox , 24 x 32 x 17" (61 x 81 x 43cm) . Photoflex makes a wide variety of softboxes for use on your strobes or hotlights. LiteDomes and MultiDomes are for use with strobes only. SilverDomes and HalfDomes may also be used with hotlights. All Photoflex softboxes require a Speed Ring Adapter, which must be purchased separately.
Choose a softbox according to the size of your subject. For example, a small or extra small is appropriate for a head-and-shoulders portrait, or a very small still-life such as a paperweight. A medium softbox is good for a half-length portrait of an adult. A large is suitable for a group portrait of 3 - 4 people.
Choose a softbox interior color for the lighting effect you want. White is the most universal, giving the most softening effect. Silver gives a little more punch and crispness. Gold (with the MultiDome only) adds that punch, with a warmer tone.
LiteDomes
- White Interiors
- Offer the most softening
- Quick Release
- The Medium, Large and Extra Large LiteDomes feature a Quick-Release tab that releases the tension on the framing rods, to ease removal of the softbox from the Speed Ring.
MultiDomes
- Removable Panels
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- Softbox begins with white interior
- Four panels each of silver and gold may easily be fastened into place
- Mix and match colors, or blank panels for more customized lighting effects
SilverDomes
- Silver Interiors
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- Offer softening, but with an intensifying effect
- Adds specular highlights to shiny surfaces
- Dual Use
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- Heat-resistant - may be used with strobes or hotlights
- Maximum wattage: X-Small - 500W, Small - 1000W, Medium - 2000W, Large - 3000W, X-Large - 4000W
HalfDomes
- Drama
- Formerly known as "StripDome", HalfDomes are useful as an edge light from the side, or a hair light when boomed overhead
Accessories
- Grids, Strips, Circle Masks
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- Many (except X-Small and X-Large) accept these light-shaping devices that easily fasten to the front of the softbox
- Use a fabric grid to greatly limit the spread of the light
- Use strip and circle masks to change the shape of a reflection on your subject -- example: a circle mask will make a more natural catch light in a subject's eyes
Note:Provide ample ventilation when using flash heads that have modeling lights. Do not use a modeling light higher than 300 watts with a LiteDome or MultiDome.
| Size | 24 x 32 x 17" (61 x 81 x 43cm) |
| Shape | Rectangle |
| Compatibility | For Flash Only |
| Removable Front Face | Yes |
| Removable Interior Baffle | Yes |
| Accepts Grids | Yes |
| Required Speed Ring |
Must be ordered separately Click Here and go to: Speed Rings |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 38 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Durable (27)
- Attach securely (20)
- Good color value (10)
- Long-lasting (10)
- Lightweight (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors (24)
- General purpose (22)
- Outdoors (14)
- Low light (8)
- Outdoor events / games (8)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Semi-pro photographer (19), Pro photographer (13), Photo enthusiast (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (18)
Most Liked Positive Review
Pretty Good Product
Good size and dimensions for a medium sized softbox.
The construction is perfectly acceptable but certainly could be better. If it were made from the same materials as their 7' octabox...Read complete review
Good size and dimensions for a medium sized softbox.
The construction is perfectly acceptable but certainly could be better. If it were made from the same materials as their 7' octabox it would probably be slightly heavier but I could handle the trade off for durability.
The small clips that fasten the internal diffuser to the softbox are a pain. They're fiddly and take too long to clip on. Velcro would've been better
It's very efficient though, with an even distribution of light. It does it's job well and at the end of the day that's really what matters most.
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Most Liked Negative Review
easy to use throws a nice light
I am doing this review objectively starting with 5 stars the deducting for a few flaws ....This SB is under $100 and is very good value for money with the light it produces,...Read complete review
I am doing this review objectively starting with 5 stars the deducting for a few flaws ....This SB is under $100 and is very good value for money with the light it produces, it is lightweight and it stores very easily....The things I don't like, The material does not cover the speedring completely (you get some light exiting here, the speedrings are expensive and the Alloy on the ends of the rods can bend/crimp very easily where the go into the holes on the speedring, I assembled mine as per the instructions and they bent while pulling the cover over the rods.
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Reviewed by 38 customers
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Pros
- Attach Securely
- Durable
- Good Color Value
- Long-Lasting
Cons
- Too Diffused
Best Uses
- General Use
- Indoors
Comments about Photoflex LiteDome Q39, Medium Softbox , 24x32x17" (61x81x43cm):
What made me buy this product was its very light, no pun intended, material. Compared to what i've been using before, this photoflex softbox weighs almost nothing.
and the quick release feature is heaven sent.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
Cons
- NONE
Best Uses
- Outdoors
Comments about Photoflex LiteDome Q39, Medium Softbox , 24x32x17" (61x81x43cm):
I love the soft light it was just what I was looking for.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attach Securely
- Durable
- Long-Lasting
Cons
Best Uses
- General Use
- Indoors
- Low Light
- Night Time
- Outdoors
Comments about Photoflex LiteDome Q39, Medium Softbox , 24x32x17" (61x81x43cm):
No complaints. Great product and made from solid materials. Does exactly as advertised.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
- General Use
- Indoors
- Outdoors
Comments about Photoflex LiteDome Q39, Medium Softbox , 24x32x17" (61x81x43cm):
Good lighting sours
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attach Securely
- Durable
- Easy setup
- Long-Lasting
- Powerful
- Versatile
- Very soft light
Cons
- Runs Hot
- Tricky at First
Best Uses
- Fashion
- General Use
- Indoors
- Low Light
- Night Time
- Outdoors
- Portraits
- Special Events
- Weddings
Comments about Photoflex LiteDome Q39, Medium Softbox , 24x32x17" (61x81x43cm):
Excellent Quality and Durability. Easy to work with and a great size for most occasions. The Litedome provides an very soft and pleasing light on the subject. Construction is very sturdy and like all softboxes takes 1-2 minutes to setup. Can be tricky at the start but after a few times it is quite easy to setup. The manual the unit came with was a little confusing but if you use common sense and look at the pictures it isn't too hard. Overall a great product and good value for money.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attach Securely
- Durable
- Long-Lasting
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Photoflex LiteDome Q39, Medium Softbox , 24x32x17" (61x81x43cm):
I purchased this softbox to use with my product studio setup. I have this box attached to an Alien Bee 1600. I love Photoflex products as they are a great value, easy to setup and are very durable. I now have about 7 of these all different sizes and have yet to have one break or lose quality. Highly recommended if you do any product shooting
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attach Securely
- Durable
- Good Color Value
Cons
Best Uses
- General Use
- Indoors
- Portraits
- Small groups
- Special Events
Comments about Photoflex LiteDome Q39, Medium Softbox , 24x32x17" (61x81x43cm):
Used with Alien Bees
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy assembly
Cons
Best Uses
- Head shot portraits
- Indoors
- Product photography
- Still lifes
Comments about Photoflex LiteDome Q39, Medium Softbox , 24x32x17" (61x81x43cm):
I take mostly still lifes, and it's the perfect size. Tried the 24X32 version and that was too big.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- General Use
- Indoors
- Low Light
- Special Events
Comments about Photoflex LiteDome Q39, Medium Softbox , 24x32x17" (61x81x43cm):
Nice size. I use it mostly with shoe mount flashes. I found that I had to use the wide angle dispersion lens on my Canon 580 EX flash to eliminate the hot spots. Once I figured that out it gives nice soft light. Easy to assemble once I read the little note about the the Velcro quick release feature. Light weight and easy to carry.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
Cons
Best Uses
- General Use
- Low Light
- Outdoors
Comments about Photoflex LiteDome Q39, Medium Softbox , 24x32x17" (61x81x43cm):
I bought this softbox for use with small speedlites, my 580ex and 430ex— and I'm glad I did. The results are quite nice, with a uniform spread of light when I zoom the speedlite's head out to 24mm or even 14mm with the built in diffuser. At first, it was awkward to set up. After practicing a few times, it becomes very simple. I now get the entire rig up and on a light stand in under two minutes.
Quality materials and craftsmanship are what attracted me to this brand. I own a few of their products and everything is very sturdy and professional-looking. I'll continue to buy their products because I think they provide a good value/quality.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Quality Of Light
Cons
- Difficult to disassemble
Best Uses
- General Use
- Indoors
- Outdoors
Comments about Photoflex LiteDome Q39, Medium Softbox , 24x32x17" (61x81x43cm):
Have wanted a softbox for a long time and finally settled on this model. So far I'm happy with the quality of the light I'm getting from it. The construction is good while still being very lightweight. It's not too hard to put together, but getting the rods out of the speedring when I'm breaking the unit down is like trying to pull a nail out of a board with my fingers. Maybe it's one of those things that just takes practice to figure out the technique. All in all, a good product.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attach Securely
Cons
Best Uses
- General Use
- Indoors
- Special Events
Comments about Photoflex LiteDome Q39, Medium Softbox , 24x32x17" (61x81x43cm):
I use this softbox as the main light when taking head shots. It was a bit difficult to put together but I eventually figured it out. I would definitely buy this product again.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Attach Securely
- Durable
Cons
Best Uses
- General Use
- Indoors
Comments about Photoflex LiteDome Q39, Medium Softbox , 24x32x17" (61x81x43cm):
Well built softbox for an affordable price. I would reccomend this as an second option for a Chimera softbox.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Long-Lasting
Cons
Best Uses
- 1 or 2 people
- General Use
- Indoors
- Outdoors
Comments about Photoflex LiteDome Q39, Medium Softbox , 24x32x17" (61x81x43cm):
This is my standard softbox, if I had a "standard". Well, until the umbrella softboxes came along. I use it for a lot of my work both in editorial and advertising mostly indoors because of its unobtrusive size. PhotoFlex is less expensive but I have had better luck (long-lasting) with them than the more expensive competitors.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attach Securely
- Durable
- Long-Lasting
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors
- Night Time
- Special Events
Comments about Photoflex LiteDome Q39, Medium Softbox , 24x32x17" (61x81x43cm):
Well made product and a five year warranty really make me feel good about this.
These boxes are easy to use and break down and pack by your self.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attach Securely
- Durable
- Good price value
- Light wieght
Cons
- Tough Set-up
Best Uses
- General Use
- Indoors
- Night Time
- Outdoors
Comments about Photoflex LiteDome Q39, Medium Softbox , 24x32x17" (61x81x43cm):
First of all it's much larger than I expected, but that's not a complaint, I just had something a bit smaller in mind. Duh! The first set up was a bit tricky but once I figured out how it best worked for me, it went much smoother. So far I'm very happy. Build quality looks excellent.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Portable
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors
Comments about Photoflex LiteDome Q39, Medium Softbox , 24x32x17" (61x81x43cm):
Use mostly for portrait photography and sb900 - portable, not too difficult to set up, great light.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Build quality
- Durable
- Good Color Value
- Long-Lasting
Cons
Best Uses
- General Use
- Portraits
Comments about Photoflex LiteDome Q39, Medium Softbox , 24x32x17" (61x81x43cm):
I have been using q3 softboxes by ten years in the newspaper where i work. Always with good results.
Great versatility for strobes with medium power, like Multiblitz 400 or Elinchrom D-Lite 4.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
Cons
- Difficult to assemble
Best Uses
- Indoors
- Low Light
- Outdoors
Comments about Photoflex LiteDome Q39, Medium Softbox , 24x32x17" (61x81x43cm):
I have to admit I've never used anything else and learning to set it up is a bit tricky. Once you get the hang of it though it's not bad. In terms of light quality it's outstanding.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attach Securely
- Durable
- Even diffusion
- Good Color Value
- Long-Lasting
Cons
Best Uses
- General Use
Comments about Photoflex LiteDome Q39, Medium Softbox , 24x32x17" (61x81x43cm):
Purchased two of these for use with a dynalite setup on a tabletop still-life shoot. While the boxes are well-made and provide extremely even illumination, the exterior white panel is too small to velcro right up to the edge, meaning you'll get black frame reflections around your light in any shiny objects.
Obviously, this is only a problem if you're shooting smooth rounded shiny objects, but it was a bit of a pain for me- I assumed that because the box has velcro all the way to the edge, I could reposition the front diffuser anywhere in that area.
Still, I use them a lot, they're great for portraits, where the black edge reduces flare and gives a smoother cutoff, and they're small enough to pack easily, but they just weren't the best tool for this particular job.
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