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Chimera Video Pro Plus 1 Softbox - Small

  • Price: $249.88
  • GBP 159.54
  • B&H # CHVPP1BS
  • Mfr# 8124

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  • Hot Lights or Flash

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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.

The Video Pro Plus 1 is designed for use with a hot light but may be used with flash as well. With fabric intended for the heat of a continuous light, the Small Video Pro Plus 1 with silver interior is ideal for work in small spaces when medium softening of the light is desired.

The 24x32 inch size is very portable, lightweight, and can be taken on location easily. The "Plus 1" designation of this softbox means the front face of the softbox is removable. Chimera makes different strengths of diffusion material for front face applications. This softbox comes with 1 "Full" diffuser. Optional 1/2 and 1/4 grid cloths allow for more light transmission and also, less softening of the light.

The Small size is in the middle of the extensive lineup of Chimera softboxes.
Recessed Front Face helps control light spill and facilitates the attachment of an optional fabric grid.
May be used with hot lights up to 1000 Watts
May be used with strobes of any w/s rating.
Required Speed (mounting) Rings are available separately for many manufacturers' strobes.
Size 24 x 32" (61 x 81 cm)
Shape Rectangle
Compatibility Hot lights up to 1000 Watts, all strobes
Removable Face Yes
Removable Baffle Yes
Accepts Grids Yes
Required Speed Ring Click Here for Speedring Reference Charts

REVIEW SNAPSHOT®

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Chimera Video Pro Plus 1 Softbox - Small
 
4.9

(based on 7 reviews)

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100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Easy to setup (4)
  • Lightweight (4)
  • Reliable (4)
  • Consistent (3)

Cons

    Best Uses

        • Reviewer Profile:
        • Pro photographer (5)
        • Was this a gift?:
        • No (3)

      REVIEWS

      Reviewed by 7 customers

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      5.0

      Perfection!

      By Terri

      from Charlottesville, VA

      About Me Pro Photographer

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Brightens our shots
      • Crisp and clean
      • Easy To Setup
      • Perfect condition

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Artificial Lighting
        • Commercial production
        • Photography

        Comments about Chimera Video Pro Plus 1 Softbox - Small:

        Our old Chimera softbox had seen better days. After it started smoking because a sagging portion came into direct contact with the bulb, well, we decided to buy a new one. The softbox arrived quickly and in perfect condition. We noticed that our lighting situation is much improved, primarily because our old softbox was dingy with a decade of use. It's like someone said, "Let there be light!" We are thrilled with the website, the delivery time, and the quality of the new softbox.

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        5.0

        Excellent soft source

        By Kentucky gaffer

        from Louisville, KY

        About Me Pro Photographer

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Consistent
        • Easy To Setup
        • Lightweight
        • Reliable

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Artificial Lighting

          Comments about Chimera Video Pro Plus 1 Softbox - Small:

          We have used these boxes for years. Always durable and excellent.

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          • No

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          5.0

          great softbox

          By Clay the Walker

          from Atlanta, GA

          About Me Pro Photographer

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Consistent
          • Easy To Setup
          • Lightweight
          • Reliable

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Photography
            • Portraits
            • Video Interviews

            Comments about Chimera Video Pro Plus 1 Softbox - Small:

            This my third purchase of the Video Pro softbox small. I use it on an Arri 650. It has been perfect for me for video interviews as well as still photography.

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            • No

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            4.0

            Great for Arri's new 750 3-light Kit

            By kfrogg

            from Atlanta

            About Me Pro Photographer

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

              Cons

                Best Uses

                  Comments about Chimera Video Pro Plus 1 Softbox - Small:

                  I bought this to keep in my new Arri 750 Plus 3 Light Kit. This makes for an all-purpose, Swiss army kit that is smaller and more mobile than the larger 4-5 light softbank cases. NOTE: The 750s have built-in mounts so no speed rings necessary!

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                  5.0

                  Let There Be Soft Light

                  By I'm Not Brad Pitt

                  from Central Arkansas

                  Verified Buyer

                  Pros

                  • Consistent
                  • Easy Setup
                  • Lightweight
                  • Reliable

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Video Interviews

                    Comments about Chimera Video Pro Plus 1 Softbox - Small:

                    I use the Small Chimera for shooting one or two person interviews on a 1000 watt ARRILITE (as a key lamp) and an X-Small Chimera on a ARRI Plus 650 watt Fresnel (as a side fill). I have several homemade 2000 watt dimmers so I can sculpt the light to my taste. Chimeras work great providing nice soft, evenly diffused light.

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                    5.0

                    Very happy with this product

                    By Becky the artist

                    from East Bay, CA

                    About Me Semi-Professional

                    Verified Buyer

                    Pros

                    • Durable
                    • Easy To Use
                    • Lightweight
                    • Reliable

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                      • Macro Photography
                      • Table top product photogr

                      Comments about Chimera Video Pro Plus 1 Softbox - Small:

                      Easy to put together.
                      Very nice carrying/storage case included
                      Perfect for table top photography
                      Easy to take apart for storage

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                      5.0

                      I have 3 now and use them on every job!

                      By Tony

                      from Atlanta

                      About Me Pro Photographer

                      Verified Buyer

                      Pros

                      • Attach Securely
                      • Durable
                      • Long-Lasting

                      Cons

                      • NONE

                      Best Uses

                      • Indoors

                      Comments about Chimera Video Pro Plus 1 Softbox - Small:

                      The small size works good for key and or fill and does not overwhelm a small room.

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                      Speed Rings

                      Required item:

                      Chimera -  Speed Ring for Video Pro Bank
                      • Price: $214.75
                      • GBP 137.11
                       
                      Chimera -  Speed Ring for Video Pro Bank for Arrilite 650, 800, 1000
                      • Price: $66.88
                      • GBP 42.70
                       

                      Lights

                      Arri -  Arrilite 750 Plus
                      • Price: $373.45
                      • GBP 238.44
                       

                      Lamp not included

                      Light Controls

                      Chimera -  Fabric Grid for Small - 30 Degrees
                      • Price: $294.35
                      • GBP 187.93
                       

                      Stands & Support Equipment

                      Impact -  Air Cushioned Heavy Duty Light Stand, Black - 13' (4m)
                        • Original: $69.95
                        • Save: $6.99
                      • Price: $62.96
                      • GBP 40.20
                       

                      Grip & Gaffer Gear

                      General Brand -  Gaffer's Kit
                      • Price: $59.99
                      • GBP 38.30
                       
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                      What's in the Box

                      Chimera Video Pro Plus 1 Softbox - Small
                      • Black Storage Bag for Softbox, Difusion Screen and Poles
                      • Poles
                      • Interior Baffle
                      • 1 Full Front Diffusion Cloth with Touch Fastener for Attachment
                      • 5 Year Warranty
                       
                       
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