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Lowel LC66EX Rifa-Lite eX66 Softbox Light (120-240VAC)

  • Price: $570.99
  • GBP 364.56
  • B&H # LORL750
  • Mfr# LC-66EX

Product Highlights

  • 750W Umbrella Style Softbox Light
  • 25 x 25" (63.5 x 63.5cm) Front Diffuser
  • Changeable Socket

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This is a Lowel Rifa EX66 750 watt softbox light. The Rifa EX66 is multi-wattage, and multi-voltage, with the appropriate adapters and bulbs (available separately). Creating beautiful soft key or fill doesn't have to be strenuous or time consuming. Compact, lightweight, and self-contained, the Rifa-lite EX66 uses a simple design approach as old as the umbrella to achieve its quick and easy setup and strike capabilities.

Accessory eXchange lampheadsallow use of daylight fluorescent and lower wattage tungsten-halogen lamps.

Front Diffusion
The diffusion front is made of woven glass fabric, heat-resistant 25 x 25" (63.5 x 63.5cm) front diffuser provides sufficient illumination with soft shadows.
Multi-Use Lamp Fixture
Optional adapters allow use with fluorescent, or tungsten photoflood bulbs.
Easy Access
Easy access pockets on fabric shell allow clip-on gel attachment for correcting to daylight.
Rating 750 watts, 120-240VAC
Socket (Lampholder) G9.5 - Medium 2-pin
Lens (Condenser) Not Applicable
Reflector (Mirror) Silver interior softbox
Mounting Fits any standard 5/8" stand or stud
Yoke Not Applicable
Cable 4' Captive cable, 15' 120VAC cable, line swtich, Edison plug
Focusing Not Applicable
Weight 3.5 lbs (1.6 kg)
Dimensions Collapsed length: 30" (76 cm)

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Lowel LC66EX Rifa-Lite eX66 Softbox Light (120-240VAC)
 
4.5

(based on 13 reviews)

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of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Durable (8)
  • Good power output (7)
  • Attach securely (6)
  • Good color value (5)
  • Long-lasting (3)

Cons

  • Runs hot (3)

Best Uses

  • Indoors (11)
  • General purpose (9)
  • Low light (3)
  • Night time (3)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Pro photographer (7), Professional (4)
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No (3)

REVIEWS

Reviewed by 13 customers

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4.0

Great for Basic Interviews

By Robert

from Berkeley, CA

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Attach Securely
  • Durable
  • Good Color Value
  • Long-Lasting
  • Powerful

Cons

    Best Uses

    • General Use
    • Indoors
    • Interviews

    Comments about Lowel LC66EX Rifa-Lite eX66 Softbox Light (120-240VAC):

    Does everything I need it to do: Sets up and breaks down fast(er than an Arri light with Chimera soft box) and stows easily enough. I've used once for a three-day setup, but I'm not disappointed in it yet.

    My only wish is that it had a better counterbalance built in than the one it already has. They sell an accessory balance, but I think they should just make it standard. It matters more on this light and the next size up. The smaller ones don't need it as much.

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    • No

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    5.0

    Lowel Rifa-Lite eX66

    By mkl

    from Phila

    About Me Pro Photographer

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Attach Securely
    • Durable
    • Powerful

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • General Use
      • Indoors

      Comments about Lowel LC66EX Rifa-Lite eX66 Softbox Light (120-240VAC):

      Fast set up and take down. Spring action a little tight initial, but became very fluid after a bit of use. Be sure to read the manual, and make sure that the handle is on the left side when mounted on to of a light stand. This will give the softbox a natural fall angle (if) gravity starts to affect it. There is also a small knob that tightens the 'in and out' action of the core tube. Be sure you look at the manual and understand how this works. Highly suggest using a sturdy light stand. Maybe one of those 8 footers with air cushioning.

      Odd petrochemical smell on the fabric when first opening. Could be special fabric paint or heat resistant treatment. Anyway, let it air out in a well ventilated area for a day before using it.

      EXCELLLENT quality of light. 750 watts is more than enough with a modern camera. Not sold with the bulb. Be sure to also purchase a bulb at checkout.

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      • No

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      4.0

      Flexible and easy setup soft light

      By Jason Lo

      from Hong Kong

      About Me Pro Photographer

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Durable
      • Powerful

      Cons

      • Runs Hot
      • Weak

      Best Uses

      • Indoors

      Comments about Lowel LC66EX Rifa-Lite eX66 Softbox Light (120-240VAC):

      I use a 1K bulb for this light and the softness of the light allow easy setup with professional standard.... good for the value!!!

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      • No

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      4.0

      Would buy again

      By Dtfw

      from Dallas,Texas

      About Me Pro Photographer

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

        Cons

          Best Uses

            Comments about Lowel LC66EX Rifa-Lite eX66 Softbox Light (120-240VAC):

            Used in professional filming and taping. These typically last about 5 years before the whole fixture goes out. That's why only 4 stars.

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            4.0

            Great value

            By TELEMARK

            from SF Bay Area

            About Me Pro Photographer

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Durable
            • Good Color Value

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • General Use
              • Indoors
              • Low Light
              • Night Time

              Comments about Lowel LC66EX Rifa-Lite eX66 Softbox Light (120-240VAC):

              Works great as part of 3 pt set up w/ my rifa 44 and 55, or alone when precise lighting not needed. Easy set up/breakdown best feature of all.

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              5.0

              Light for everything

              By JAM

              from Florence, S.C.

              About Me Pro Photographer

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Attach Securely
              • Durable
              • Good Color Value
              • Long-Lasting
              • Powerful

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • General Use
                • Indoors
                • Low Light
                • Night Time
                • Outdoors
                • Special Events

                Comments about Lowel LC66EX Rifa-Lite eX66 Softbox Light (120-240VAC):

                Great for interviews, meeting rooms, or basic close up outdoor lighting.
                You just pull it out, plug it up and you're ready. No hassle operation.
                The only thing negative I can think of about this product is that I don't have another one.

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                5.0

                Great lighting instrument

                By Scott

                from Bloomington, IN

                About Me Pro Photographer

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • General Use
                    • Indoors

                    Comments about Lowel LC66EX Rifa-Lite eX66 Softbox Light (120-240VAC):

                    A (relatively) low-cost lighting instrument that's easy to setup. I use it on every video shoot.

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                    5.0

                    Great Compact Soft Light

                    By Word Up

                    from NYC

                    About Me Pro Photographer

                    Verified Buyer

                    Pros

                    • Attach Securely
                    • Durable
                    • Good Color Value
                    • Long-Lasting
                    • Powerful

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                      • General Use
                      • Indoors

                      Comments about Lowel LC66EX Rifa-Lite eX66 Softbox Light (120-240VAC):

                      This is a wonderful soft light that is very compact and extremely easy and fast to set up. It is easier, lighter and cheaper to use than a chimera with an arri or other type type of light. Instead of fumbling with the fast-ring and all the little parts of a chimera, which then have to be affixed to the light, this light is fully assembled. All you have to do is pull the back tight then lock it. Put it on a stand and voila!...30 second soft source setup! It can also take many different varieties of lamps, making it an affordable and very flexible soft light. You also lose less light because the light doesn't first go through a lens.

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                      5.0

                      Very Good Product the light is amazing

                      By PJ Lopez

                      from Puerto Rico

                      About Me Photo Enthusiast

                      Verified Buyer

                      Pros

                      • And light quality
                      • Powerful

                      Cons

                        Best Uses

                        • Indoors
                        • Low Light
                        • Night Time

                        Comments about Lowel LC66EX Rifa-Lite eX66 Softbox Light (120-240VAC):

                        The softness of the light is great and the same time you have the power to get deep on the light source

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                        (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

                         
                        4.0

                        Broad Source, almost instantly

                        By Tony B

                        from Portland, Oregon

                        About Me Professional

                        Verified Buyer

                        Pros

                          Cons

                            Best Uses

                            • General Use
                            • Indoors

                            Comments about Lowel LC66EX Rifa-Lite eX66 Softbox Light (120-240VAC):

                            Lowel's Rifa-Lite is a great choice when your crew is small and you have to work fast. It weighs next to nothing, sets up in about a minute, and provides a nice, soft light without a lot of fuss.I bought the [$]balance bar and strongly recommend it to anyone purchasing a Rifa -- the instrument would be way too front-heavy without it. In fact, I don't consider the bar to be optional.I very much like the Daylight Fluorescent Lamphead as it increases the flexibility of the Rifa and allows me to carry fewer cc gels.

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                            4.0

                            good, broad application, lighting tool

                            By Ric B

                            from Springfield Mo

                            About Me Professional

                            Verified Buyer

                            Pros

                            • Modular components

                            Cons

                            • Carry bag too small

                            Best Uses

                            • Good in close quarters

                            Comments about Lowel LC66EX Rifa-Lite eX66 Softbox Light (120-240VAC):

                            Quick to set up and provides great illumination for shooting professional looking video.

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                            5.0

                            Compact and Integrates Well

                            By Tom G.

                            from Butler, PA

                            About Me Professional

                            Verified Buyer

                            Pros

                            • Attach Securely
                            • Durable
                            • Good Color Value
                            • Powerful

                            Cons

                            • Runs Hot

                            Best Uses

                            • General Use
                            • Indoors

                            Comments about Lowel LC66EX Rifa-Lite eX66 Softbox Light (120-240VAC):

                            I have an existing Lowel kit and wanted to integrate a softbox into my toolbox of lighting. I thought about getting a whole new kit or just buying the appropriate Chimera. The Rifa-Lite fit in perfectly. It was less expensive and uses the existing stands. The 750 creates a great fill and it can be scaled back as well. This softbox is great for anyone who currently owns a Lowel kit.

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                            4.0

                            Great solution for portable lighting

                            By Jen

                            from New York City

                            About Me Professional

                            Verified Buyer

                            Pros

                            • Attach Securely
                            • Durable
                            • Easy set-up
                            • Easy to Use
                            • great construction

                            Cons

                            • No strap on case
                            • Runs Hot
                            • Top heavy

                            Best Uses

                            • General Use
                            • Indoors
                            • Portaiture
                            • PortfoliosHeadshots
                            • Special Events

                            Comments about Lowel LC66EX Rifa-Lite eX66 Softbox Light (120-240VAC):

                            I bought the Rifa-Lite Ex66 for use as a portable light for portrait photography. Collapses easily and neatly. Assembling takes a few tries to get right, and it takes a bit of strength but the speediness and ease compared to other systems is incredible. Light is soft and lovely. I recommend a quality heavyweight pro lightstand. Light weight stands without a wide base will tip easily as the softbox is quite top-heavy. This size is especially great for 3/4 length portraits. The carrying case does not come with a strap attached, which is unfortunate.

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                            What's in the Box

                            Lowel LC66EX Rifa-Lite eX66 Softbox Light (120-240VAC)
                            • 120V 16' Switched #18/3 extending power cord
                            • Front Light Diffuser
                            • Carrying sleeve
                            • Two Year Manufacturer's Warranty
                            Note:Lamps not included
                             
                             
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