Photoflex 45" Convertible Umbrella (White)

Comments about Photoflex 45" Convertible Umbrella (White):

Shapes the light just the way I want it. Smaller than a 60" for times when you just don't have the room. If you have the room get the 60", if you don't; get this one. Only problem is that when I measured the umbrella it was not 45" it was 42".

Comments about Photoflex 45" Convertible Umbrella (White):

Use primarily for portraiture. Good quality, sturdy and reliable opening/closing and locking mechanisms. Works well with Manfrotto lightstands and adjustable heads.

Comments about Photoflex 45" Convertible Umbrella (White):

Bought 2, used them, love them. Nothing to complain and will by two more.

Comments about Photoflex 45" Convertible Umbrella (White):

A shoot thru umbrella is a must to any photographer wanting to improve their portrait skills. Bought one and will be buying a second one very soon. High quality at a reasonable price is what I like about this Photoflex umbrella. The added convenience of using as a bounce umbrella with the black backing or backing removed to use as a "shoot through" is extremely desireable. Great product.

Comments about Photoflex 45" Convertible Umbrella (White):

I purchased 2 of these and use them for making portraits in the studio and on location. These produce nice soft even light.

Comments about Photoflex 45" Convertible Umbrella (White):

They are very good so far. I will be using the equipment at a wedding this coming weekend. What I have tested works really good.

Comments about Photoflex 45" Convertible Umbrella (White):

I use them for portraits. they spreads light evenly which helps me to give the customer an awesome product.

Comments about Photoflex 45" Convertible Umbrella (White):

I bought two and like these umbrella's. I like the fiber ribs instead of them being metal. Used several times and seem to be very well made. Cover is very easy to remove and reattach. Nice light distribution shooting through or bounce. Overall happy with purchase, I would buy these again.

Comments about Photoflex 45" Convertible Umbrella (White):

Hard to beat for the price. I like the size as well as the flexibility and light weight.

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I have use it in wedding portrait.

Comments about Photoflex 45" Convertible Umbrella (White):

I made a good choice with this umbrella. The black cover attaches securely and is easy to remove.

Comments about Photoflex 45" Convertible Umbrella (White):

I recently bought this umbrella as my 1st modifier for my strobist kit. My friend has a 43" Lastolite convertible umbrella that I've used a few times. I like the idea of these fiberglass ribs better than his steel wire ones that are bent and one is broken. One thing that I like better about his is that the inside of the black cover is reflective silver and this one is not. His can have the white taken completely off and used strictly as a silver bounce umbrella. This Photoflex model has the white permanently attached to the frame and is either shoot through or bounce with the black cover on. Also the little black cap that goes on the tip could easily be lost... I don't love that.

But overall it seems to be built out of good materials and will definitely be used a lot.

Comments about Photoflex 45" Convertible Umbrella (White):

This umbrella is well made and easy to use. The black backing slips off and on easily. I like the plastic ribs on the umbrella; they are likely to flex rather than bent into a kink as metal ribs might do. The white fabric is a bit more "silvery" than I had imagined (it's advertised as "white") but colors and speculars seem OK. Handles 1-2 person head shot well. Shoot-through with the backing off seems pretty good -- not a soft box but pretty good, nonetheless.

Comments about Photoflex 45" Convertible Umbrella (White):

Great for family shots and other situations!
It is a must, because of the size and the sturdy construction.

Comments about Photoflex 45" Convertible Umbrella (White):

Gets the job done

Comments about Photoflex 45" Convertible Umbrella (White):

I own several Photoflex products, and I've never been disappointed. I bought this over other brands because of the fiberglass ribs--I'm expecting them to last longer. I primarily shoot through them, but I like having the black backing if I want it. The covers come off easy. Remove half of the cover to create a sort of strip box. My only complaint is that there is no stitching around the center hole in the cover. I'm hoping the edges of the hole do not fray--only time will tell.

Comments about Photoflex 45" Convertible Umbrella (White):

Very well made. I like the white satin,,and with the black backing removed it gives a nice soft light. I set my speedlite on manual.

Comments about Photoflex 45" Convertible Umbrella (White):

No matter your opinion on umbrellas, every photographer needs at least one in their studio

Comments about Photoflex 45" Convertible Umbrella (White):

This is my first umbrella and I would say that this is an excellent product..

Comments about Photoflex 45" Convertible Umbrella (White):

It's sort of expensive for an umbrella, but the quality is great. I bought this to accompany their larger 63 inch umbrella (which is HUGE)

I'd get this one. Having the cover is a nice feature.