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Impact Umbrella - White Translucent (43")
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 43" White Translucent Umbrella is suggested for use in mid-length portraits for one or two persons.
| Open Diameter | 43" (109 cm) |
| Closed Length | 28.3" (71.8 cm) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 54 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
98%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Durable (30)
- Attach securely (22)
- Good color value (22)
- Lightweight (11)
- Easy to use (9)
Cons
- Flimsy (6)
Best Uses
- Indoors (27)
- General purpose (24)
- Outdoors (12)
- Portraits (12)
- Studio (10)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Semi-pro photographer (15), Photo enthusiast (10), Pro photographer (7), Enthusiast (6), Professional (6)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (24)
Most Liked Positive Review
Can't go wrong
You can't go wrong with this shoot through umbrella. I am a portrait photographer and needed an umbrella that would give me a nice soft light that maintained true skin tone.
You can't go wrong with this shoot through umbrella. I am a portrait photographer and needed an umbrella that would give me a nice soft light that maintained true skin tone.
43" - big enough to light a whole body. Great soft light at short distances from model. Push back for a more contrast look.
Durable for the price. Secure snap to open and close.
Every portrait photographer should have one of these umbrellas.
VS
Most Liked Negative Review
pretty cheap...you get what you pay for
When I got this out of the box and opened it, one of the caps came off! I had to SEW the cap back on. Feels and act pretty cheap.
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When I got this out of the box and opened it, one of the caps came off! I had to SEW the cap back on. Feels and act pretty cheap.
on the other hand, it does what it is supposed to be. I would have rather spend a little more money getting some other umbrellas...
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Pros
- Attach Securely
- Durable
- Good Color Value
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors
Comments about Impact White Translucent Umbrella (43"):
Good valued translucent unbrella for portrait. it's easy to use.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Good Color Value
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors
Comments about Impact White Translucent Umbrella (43"):
Used as a replacement for my Interfit EXD200 studio lighting kit. A bit larger than the one that came with the kit but works great. [...] At first seems thin, but diffuses light adequately for my little home studio taking mostly family pics - haven't noticed any hotspots yet. Also lets enough light through to kill the ambient tungsten yellow. Great replacement.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attach Securely
- Durable
- Good Color Value
Cons
- Too Focused
Best Uses
Comments about Impact White Translucent Umbrella (43"):
Decent umbrella. Light is good but I wish it was a little softer.
- 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 (43"):
Great white umbrella and strong.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attach Securely
- Durable
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors
Comments about Impact White Translucent Umbrella (43"):
I was very pleased with the quality of the umbrella. And it will work perfectly for the real estate shots we will be doing.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
- General Use
- Indoors
Comments about Impact White Translucent Umbrella (43"):
Good sized umbrella. Construction is just like any other umbrella I've seen, not rugged, but fine. No handle, but otherwise the same as a big drug store umbrella (just white) used a pair a bit starting home studio and have been happy.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Impact White Translucent Umbrella (43"):
I teach photography at the high school level. We had a couple of old Smith Victor lights and stands. We have a very tight budget but by springing just a little of my own cash for two umbrellas I was able to give my students very effect experiences in studio lighting.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attach Securely
- Durable
- Good Color Value
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Impact White Translucent Umbrella (43"):
I use this umbrella with my speedlite for off camera flash. It seems to be built well, and it's a great value for the money!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Long-Lasting
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors
Comments about Impact White Translucent Umbrella (43"):
Easy to use.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attach Securely
- Durable
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Impact White Translucent Umbrella (43"):
I have used both of my umbrellas and the results were great.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attach Securely
- Durable
- Good Color Value
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Impact White Translucent Umbrella (43"):
Does what it is supposed to and works well so far.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attach Securely
- Good Color Value
Cons
Best Uses
- General Use
- Indoors
- Low Light
- Outdoors
Comments about Impact White Translucent Umbrella (43"):
My first umbrella so i can't compare to anything else. It is what it says it is though, 43" white umbrella and it does what umbrellas do. Quality is great for the price and really can't ask for anything more.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attach Securely
- Durable
- Good Color Value
Cons
Best Uses
- General Use
- Indoors
- Outdoors
Comments about Impact White Translucent Umbrella (43"):
very happy with my purchase.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Color Value
Cons
- Flimsy
Best Uses
- Outdoors
Comments about Impact White Translucent Umbrella (43"):
I use this as a "shade" for a model in bright sun so she does not have to squint. It helps a lot and is so portable. This is best as a diffuser of light more than flash reflecting into the interior of the umbrella.
But be careful with it, it is kinda thin metal construction and it almost bent to the point of no return when the wind tipped over the stand and it hit the ground. It is delicate and not strong construction.
- 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 (43"):
A pretty standard umbrella... what more could you ask for?
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Color Value
Cons
- NONE
Best Uses
- Indoors
Comments about Impact White Translucent Umbrella (43"):
[...]. used in family photo shoot.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Color Value
Cons
- Flimsy
Best Uses
- General Use
- Indoors
Comments about Impact White Translucent Umbrella (43"):
A good value shoot-thru umbrella. I attach to a light stand with my speedlite behind it. A bit flimsy, but with a product like this at this price point I don't mind.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attach Securely
- Good Color Value
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors
- Low Light
- Night Time
- Outdoors
Comments about Impact White Translucent Umbrella (43"):
You can't go wrong with this shoot through umbrella. I am a portrait photographer and needed an umbrella that would give me a nice soft light that maintained true skin tone.
43" - big enough to light a whole body. Great soft light at short distances from model. Push back for a more contrast look.
Durable for the price. Secure snap to open and close.
Every portrait photographer should have one of these umbrellas.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Good Color Value
Cons
- Small
Best Uses
- General Use
- Indoors
- Outdoors
Comments about Impact White Translucent Umbrella (43"):
Use it for portraits and fashion.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
- General Use
- Indoors
Comments about Impact White Translucent Umbrella (43"):
I bought them because i didn't want to deal with soft boxes. they work great.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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