Impact Umbrella - White Translucent (33")
Umbrellas soften, broaden, and diminish the light output of any tungsten or flash light source. Umbrellas with a white interior will soften and weaken light more than an umbrella with a silver lining. A white umbrella without a black backing may also be used as a makeshift softbox, although the use of the light will not be as efficient as with a lightbox.
Choosing umbrella size is determined by the size of the subject, and the strength of the light supply being used. Choosing an umbrella surface is as subjective as choosing a paint and brush.
This Impact 33" White Translucent Umbrella is suggested for use in head-and-shoulders portraits for one or two persons.
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by PowerReviews(based on 67 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
95%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Durable (31)
- Attach securely (30)
- Good color value (23)
- Lightweight (11)
- Easy to use (8)
Cons
- Flimsy (5)
- Not durable (3)
Best Uses
- Indoors (42)
- General purpose (35)
- Low light (29)
- Outdoors (23)
- Outdoor events / games (19)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Semi-pro photographer (17), Pro photographer (9), Semi-professional (9), Photo enthusiast (8), Enthusiast (7)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (19)
Most Liked Positive Review
inexpensive, and they work
Not the best quality umbrellas, but perfectly acceptable. My smith Victor umbrellas are much nicer material and construction quality, though I daresay the job they do is the same. I feel alot better ...Read complete review
Not the best quality umbrellas, but perfectly acceptable. My smith Victor umbrellas are much nicer material and construction quality, though I daresay the job they do is the same. I feel alot better using the [$] umbrella in my portable kit though! Grab a few, great for shooting through in the studio or in the real world!
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Most Liked Negative Review
Seems okay
This came as part of a kit. It seems pretty cheap. It uses soft plastic bits to hold the umbrella's cloth onto the frame. It seems like in this case, a more sturdy ...Read complete review
This came as part of a kit. It seems pretty cheap. It uses soft plastic bits to hold the umbrella's cloth onto the frame. It seems like in this case, a more sturdy version from a reliable brand might not be all that much more expensive, but as an add on to a kit, it seems fine.
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Reviewed by 67 customers
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Pros
- Easy open
- Light weight
Cons
Best Uses
- General Use
- Indoors
Comments about Impact White Translucent Umbrella (33"):
These are light weight and work great for portrait lighting. I say "starting point" only because I know I won't have them forever and I have nothing to compare them to as the two I purchased are my first set. I bought them to use with this 1000w 2-LT FLOOD DAYLT KIT w/6' STAND. Altogether a great starting point for a student's wallet!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attach Securely
- Durable
- Good Color Value
Cons
Best Uses
- General Use
- Indoors
- Low Light
- Outdoors
- Special Events
Comments about Impact White Translucent Umbrella (33"):
It seems I go through these a lot, but it seems like gusts of wind love eating these things in 2's and 3's. I like these because they have the solid filler in the tube preventing them from crumbling when the screws are tightened in the brackets.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
Cons
Best Uses
- General Use
Comments about Impact White Translucent Umbrella (33"):
Using for wedding
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attach Securely
- Durable
- Long-Lasting
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Impact White Translucent Umbrella (33"):
DOES WHAT IT SUPPOSE TO. WELL MADE. VERY HAPPY WITH THE PURCHASE!
Pros
- Attach Securely
- Durable
- Good Color Value
- Long-Lasting
- Powerful
Cons
Best Uses
- General Use
- Indoors
- Low Light
- Night Time
- Outdoors
Comments about Impact White Translucent Umbrella (33"):
its very good product for the price,its compact durable and easy to use also give great result
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attach Securely
- Durable
Cons
Best Uses
- Special Events
Comments about Impact White Translucent Umbrella (33"):
I used this umbrella along with my olympus fl 50 flash.
For mobile shooting indoors.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attach Securely
- Durable
- Good Color Value
- Long-Lasting
Cons
Best Uses
- General Use
- Indoors
- Low Light
- Night Time
- Outdoors
- Special Events
Comments about Impact White Translucent Umbrella (33"):
Strong material. Good length on the connection rod for multiple levels of light intensity control.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attach Securely
- Durable
- Good Color Value
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors
- Low Light
Comments about Impact White Translucent Umbrella (33"):
Great size, great price. I bought this as a replacement for an umbrella that came with my kit, and it worked perfectly! Lightweight, translucent, easy to use.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Color Value
- Powerful
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Impact White Translucent Umbrella (33"):
Great bargain umbrellas.
I was hoping that these umbrellas would collapse into a shorter length - but they do not have that feature.
Altogether a good accessory, at an excellent price.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
- General Use
- Indoors
- Low Light
- Night Time
- Outdoors
Comments about Impact White Translucent Umbrella (33"):
I use this with the Qualite 300w tungsten light. It works well; produces a nice soft look to the light. It doesn't, however, stay on the light well if the light is pointed downward, but that's not a big deal because I don't do that too often anyways. Could probably tape it on or something if you had to.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attach Securely
- Durable
- Good Color Value
Cons
Best Uses
- General Use
Comments about Impact White Translucent Umbrella (33"):
Great umbrella for a great price!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
- General Use
- Indoors
Comments about Impact White Translucent Umbrella (33"):
easy to use, compact for storage and transportation. I shoot 3D art and these are not well suited for close up work as the armature frames of the umbrella reflect in the surface of the piece. They do help diffuse the light more evenly at average distances. I would recommend for portraiture or architectural photography.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attach Securely
- Good Color Value
Cons
- Flimsy
Best Uses
- General Use
- Indoors
- Low Light
Comments about Impact White Translucent Umbrella (33"):
I use this umbrella in the studio and outdoors on calm days.It`s low price makes it a bit less painful to replace.[...]
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attach Securely
- Good Color Value
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- General Use
- Indoors
- Low Light
- Night Time
Comments about Impact White Translucent Umbrella (33"):
So normally at this price I am expecting junk cause these things start at double the price and go up at most small camera outfits. This does the job it's supposed to do, and can't complain about the construction. It is a lightweight umbrella. If you are going to try to bend it, then it bends end of story, light weight get it. I would not call it flimsy by a long shot. Overall impression, yeah I would buy this again in a heartbeat, and it takes nice soft shots with my Nikon speed-lights, and handles the warmth from my Ari Tungstens (from not too close) just fine.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attach Securely
- Good Color Value
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors
- Low Light
- Special Events
Comments about Impact White Translucent Umbrella (33"):
Great for indoor portraits, or outside if it isn't too windy. This smaller size is easier to move around in rooms with lots of furniture, ceiling fans etc. It's thin vinyl like a shower curtain. Treat it like your other good tools and it should last quite a while.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Color Value
- Good value
Cons
- Base Is A Little Weak
Best Uses
- General Use
- Indoors
- Low Light
- Night Time
- Outdoors
Comments about Impact White Translucent Umbrella (33"):
I use this umbrella whenever I see fit. The best thing about this umbrella is the price for what you get. It's inexpensive, but it helps provide great light when used with a flash. The only thing bad about this umbrella is that the base of it that you attach to a swivel is a bit soft, so if you screw the swivel into it to much the base of the umbrella can be dented. But, if you're cautious, you can avoid that.
Pros
- Attach Securely
Cons
Best Uses
- General Use
- Indoors
- Special Events
Comments about Impact White Translucent Umbrella (33"):
This does what it suppose to do. Its too early for me to comment on the durability or reliability of this product.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attach Securely
- Good Color Value
Cons
- Delicate BE CAREFUL
- Flimsy
Best Uses
- General Use
- Indoors
- Low Light
- Night Time
- Outdoors
Comments about Impact White Translucent Umbrella (33"):
Use to shoot thru with Canon 580EX II, Nice fill light in the shade. Broke it the first time I used it. Fell over on the stand I was using it with. Bent 3 of the umbrella ribs, still works but bent to heck!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Color Value
Cons
Best Uses
- General Use
- Indoors
- Low Light
Comments about Impact White Translucent Umbrella (33"):
As a semi-pro photographer I use these umbrellas for lighting models with my Canon 580EX II flash units. They work exceptionally well in this respect. Just remember to weigh down the tripods when shooting outside in the wind ;-)
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Does a good job
- Value
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Impact White Translucent Umbrella (33"):
This small, cheap umbrella works just fine and I have no complaints. I assumed that the construction would be flimsy, but it's actually a bit nicer than one that I bought from another store for $40. Good value, I might buy a few more just to have backups.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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- 1-Year Warranty
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