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Westcott 5-in-1 Reflector Disc - 40.5" (1 m)

  • Price: $39.90
  • GBP 25.47
  • B&H # WER5140.5
  • Mfr# 301

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  • Collapsible
  • Gold/Silver/White/Black/Translucent

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The Westcott 40.5" 5-in-1 Collapsible Reflector is versatile in the field and in the studio, providing shadow-lightening detail in your subject, using available, or studio lighting. It starts out as a translucent white disc -- perfect for softening direct sun, or lights without diffusion. Use the removable, reversible zippered slipcover to reflect light into shadow areas of your subject. Your choice of color -- silver, gold, white, black mix -- will be determined by the lighting conditions, and your personal preference.

This 40.5" (1 m) disc is suitable for 3/4 length portraits, and medium still-life setups. It folds down to 1/3 its open size, and comes with a storage sleeve. We suggest the purchase of a pivoting arm and stand, to hold the disc where needed -- especially if you are working without an assistant. To order this disc with a stand and an arm: Click here.

Silver increases the specular highlights and yields a high-contrast image. It's perfect for video, product shots and B&W photography.
Gold produces a natural, golden fill that is great for sunsets, jewelry, and indoor portraits.
White produces an even, neutral-colored bounce light that works beautifully as a fill light source for both product shots and indoor/outdoor portraits.
The black side diminishes unwanted reflections or color casts.
Translucent fabric is used to diffuse light, producing a broad light source and a soft, wraparound effect that's perfect for outdoor portraits or whenever a softer light is needed.
Shape Round
Size Open 40.5" (1 m)
Size Collapsed 1/3 open size
Surfaces Translucent, white, silver, gold, black
Weight 2 lbs (0.9 kg)

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Westcott 5-in-1 Reflector Disc - 40.5" (1 m)
 
4.5

(based on 112 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (72)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (32)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (6)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (1)

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    (1)

97%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Durable (57)
  • Good color value (41)
  • Good power output (18)
  • Long-lasting (18)
  • Attach securely (8)

Cons

  • Flimsy (4)
  • Zipper (4)
  • Weak (3)

Best Uses

  • Outdoors (79)
  • General purpose (58)
  • Indoors (48)
  • Low light (27)
  • Night time (10)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Semi-pro photographer (46), Photo enthusiast (25), Pro photographer (21), Casual photographer (10)
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No (66)

Most Liked Positive Review

 

Works well

The Westcott reflector does everything it’s designed to do. I use it mainly in the field as its large enough to actually block the sun when needed. Smaller reflectors simply can&rsqu...Read complete review

The Westcott reflector does everything it’s designed to do. I use it mainly in the field as its large enough to actually block the sun when needed. Smaller reflectors simply can’t perform this aspect as well as larger reflectors. If you are used to smaller reflectors you will be amazed at how much more light this will produce so there may be a short learning curve. When not in use, folded and placed in the bag / pouch it takes up very little space.

The zipper works well on mine though I read reviews from a couple of reviewers prior to deciding to purchase who stated that they experienced zipper issues with theirs. My only though after actually using mine is that the shell is reversible and as such the tab on the zipper works from both sides of the zipper head, traveling on the bracket or bar from side to side. Possibly the zipper tab had slid to the inside? In any case, zippers can at times be or become defective after repeated use but mine works fine. Just be sure that when you fold the reflector up to put in the bag / pouch that the fabric is positioned toward the inside of the reflector so it doesn’t get caught in the zipper as that will cause problems.

The only negative on using a reflector of this size on location is wind. Don’t forget to take your smaller reflectors along if it’s a windy day as you may get tired of fighting with it.

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Most Liked Negative Review

 

Great except for zipper

Good size for working outdoors - big enough to get soft light, but not so big that you'll fly away on a windy day. Many kits don't include black, and I'm glad this one...Read complete review

Good size for working outdoors - big enough to get soft light, but not so big that you'll fly away on a windy day. Many kits don't include black, and I'm glad this one does because there are times where a gobo is necessary and it's one less item I need to bring along. The down side, though, is the zipper for the reflector panels. I treat things very delicately, and after only three color changes, the zipper got stuck, and then actually broke. So, get a few little clips as well for when the zipper breaks.

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4.0

Great Buy!

By Waterman

from Guam

About Me Casual Photographer

Verified Buyer

Pros

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • General Use
      • Outdoors

      Comments about Westcott 5-in-1 Reflector Disc - 40.5" (1 m):

      Great size for lighting up a family of 3. For the price it's worth it. The only downside is the bag is built cheaply.

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      4.0

      Great

      By Boris

      from New York, NY

      About Me Photo Enthusiast

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

        Cons

          Best Uses

            Comments about Westcott 5-in-1 Reflector Disc - 40.5" (1 m):

            Easy to use and relatively small (larger than a dinner plate FYI) when folded up. Haven't used it extensively, but plan to

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            5.0

            Very Happy with it

            By rcolby

            from Janesville, WI

            About Me Pro Photographer

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Durable
            • Long-Lasting

            Cons

              Best Uses

                Comments about Westcott 5-in-1 Reflector Disc - 40.5" (1 m):

                I love that it's all in one and has such a nifty little case. I'm very happy with it for the price.

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                4.0

                Nice product

                By pat the wood runner

                from Quebec city, Canada

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                Comments about Westcott 5-in-1 Reflector Disc - 40.5" (1 m):

                Very nice product!
                For this price, the quality is good.
                I like it

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                5.0

                Best[$]'ve spent on lighting

                By Jesse the Ginger

                from NY, NY

                About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Durable
                • Price
                • Size

                Cons

                • Zipper hard to close

                Best Uses

                  Comments about Westcott 5-in-1 Reflector Disc - 40.5" (1 m):

                  Love it. Folds down to a nice small size, and expands to give good light for a waist-up portrait.

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                  5.0

                  Very Satisfied

                  By Taz

                  from Missouri

                  About Me Photo Enthusiast

                  Verified Buyer

                  Pros

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

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • General Use
                    • Indoors
                    • Low Light
                    • Outdoors

                    Comments about Westcott 5-in-1 Reflector Disc - 40.5" (1 m):

                    The 5-in-1 reflector disk is a great thing to have as a photographer. For [$] it is very versatile. I use it mainly for diffusing light, but it can also be used to remove or add light (Warm, shiny, or natural). I think every photographer should have one. It's relativley cheap and will come in handy in tons of situations where you need more control of your light. [...]

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                    4.0

                    Great value and easy to use

                    By DiEtte

                    from Burnsville, MN

                    About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                    Verified Buyer

                    Pros

                    • Easy to Use
                    • Good value
                    • Lightweight

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                      • General Use
                      • Outdoors

                      Comments about Westcott 5-in-1 Reflector Disc - 40.5" (1 m):

                      My client was pleased that this reflector gave a varity of looks for her daughter's photos. The white reflector gave a nice clean bright look and the gold gave a nice warm look. Easy to use as well.

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                      5.0

                      Great product!!

                      By Rafael Sotomayor

                      from Bayamon PR

                      About Me Pro Photographer

                      Verified Buyer

                      Pros

                      • Powerful

                      Cons

                        Best Uses

                        • General Use

                        Comments about Westcott 5-in-1 Reflector Disc - 40.5" (1 m):

                        Perfect for Portraiture!

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                        5.0

                        GREAT value, great product

                        By C.S.

                        from Frederick, MD

                        About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                        Verified Buyer

                        Pros

                        • Durable
                        • Good Color Value
                        • Powerful

                        Cons

                          Best Uses

                          • General Use
                          • Indoors
                          • Low Light
                          • Outdoors

                          Comments about Westcott 5-in-1 Reflector Disc - 40.5" (1 m):

                          I looked at all the reflectors on B&H 's site, and this seemed to be the best value. Westcott leads the industry, and this product was no disappointment. The gold is a beautiful tint in pictures, reflects light well...The other colors are perfect. I had a hard time at first folding them up in the round zipped bag, but a few tries, and I got it! The zipper is of good quality and I am very happy with the product, I recommend!

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                          4.0

                          Great Price Great Product

                          By Studio Fuentes

                          from New York, NY

                          About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                          Pros

                          • Durable
                          • Good Color Value

                          Cons

                          • Covers show wear easily

                          Best Uses

                          • General Use
                          • Indoors
                          • Outdoors
                          • Portraits

                          Comments about Westcott 5-in-1 Reflector Disc - 40.5" (1 m):

                          I own two of these 5-in-1 reflectors/diffusers. The diffuser itself isn't very useful outdoors, but indoors on a stand or held by an assistant it is great for diffusing light and is more convenient than an umbrella in tight spaces. Using the included covers, you can create beautiful, even lighting using only available light sources!
                          The price can't be beat. I don't see the point of paying twice as much for rectangular products, these attach fairly easily and securely to boom arms.
                          I suggest that you keep this unfolded as much as possible, especially if you use it in a studio, the first unit I bought casts some funky colors on the gold because I folded and unfolded it many times (it's over a year old). If I had been more careful I believe it would still be fine today.

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                          4.0

                          Huge asset

                          By DNA STUDIOS

                          from austin, mn

                          About Me Pro Photographer

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                          Pros

                          • Durable

                          Cons

                            Best Uses

                            • General Use
                            • Outdoors

                            Comments about Westcott 5-in-1 Reflector Disc - 40.5" (1 m):

                            Use the product for outdoor photography. It Is excellent for lighting subjects with a lot of backlight, and it becomes very compact for storage. Doesn't work too well in overcast conditions.

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                            4.0

                            Balanced Portraits

                            By Sandman

                            from Tucson, AZ

                            About Me Semi-pro Photographer

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                            Pros

                            • Effective and lightweight

                            Cons

                              Best Uses

                              • Outdoors

                              Comments about Westcott 5-in-1 Reflector Disc - 40.5" (1 m):

                              Very easy to use and carry. A must have if you are serious about photography.

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                              5.0

                              Perfect tool

                              By Videobikerdude

                              from Tampa, FL.

                              About Me Pro Photographer

                              Verified Buyer

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                                Cons

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                                    Comments about Westcott 5-in-1 Reflector Disc - 40.5" (1 m):

                                    This is the perfect tool to modify ambient light or add a little bounce to your flash. I love the fact that I have so many option in one compact piece of gear.

                                    It is a sail though if you don't have an assistant and are using it outdoors. I have not had any issues with it so far.

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                                    5.0

                                    So many uses!

                                    By S. Hol

                                    from Atlanta, GA

                                    About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                                    Verified Buyer

                                    Pros

                                    • Durable

                                    Cons

                                      Best Uses

                                      • General Use
                                      • Indoors
                                      • Outdoors

                                      Comments about Westcott 5-in-1 Reflector Disc - 40.5" (1 m):

                                      This is a great tool to have. It is extremely versatile. I use it for indoor studio lit portratis as well as natural light portraits outdoors. It is easy to fold up and I love the handy carrying bag. This is a great product.

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                                      5.0

                                      5in1 awesome

                                      By Drew

                                      from Downey, CA

                                      About Me Photo Enthusiast

                                      Verified Buyer

                                      Pros

                                      • Good Color Value
                                      • Powerful

                                      Cons

                                        Best Uses

                                        • Outdoors

                                        Comments about Westcott 5-in-1 Reflector Disc - 40.5" (1 m):

                                        It does what it says. The zipper is a bit annoying, but who cares the price is right and other than that the quality of the reflector is great.

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                                        5.0

                                        Great product for the money

                                        By Hans

                                        from New York

                                        About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                                        Verified Buyer

                                        Pros

                                        • Good price value

                                        Cons

                                          Best Uses

                                          • General Use
                                          • Indoors
                                          • Outdoors

                                          Comments about Westcott 5-in-1 Reflector Disc - 40.5" (1 m):

                                          I use mostly the scrim or diffuser when the sun s to strong for soft light and I shoot thru it with a flash, sometimes I even use it as a background.

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                                          1.0

                                          Westcott 5in1 40" Reflector

                                          By Eggyj

                                          from El Paso

                                          About Me Photo Enthusiast

                                          Verified Reviewer

                                          Pros

                                          • Good concept

                                          Cons

                                          • Heavy bulky
                                          • Zipper

                                          Best Uses

                                          • Indoors

                                          Comments about Westcott 5-in-1 Reflector Disc - 40.5" (1 m):

                                          Poor zipper construction. Broke the first time out. Good idea poorly executed. Bulky when collapsed. Awkward to handle and easily damaged (zipper). I'll keep for the diffuser to use in the studio but otherwise not worth the weight in the bag.

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                                          5.0

                                          I love it!!

                                          By Mary Mae Photography

                                          from Sweet Home, OR

                                          About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                                          Verified Buyer

                                          Pros

                                          • Durable

                                          Cons

                                            Best Uses

                                            • General Use
                                            • Indoors
                                            • Low Light
                                            • Outdoors

                                            Comments about Westcott 5-in-1 Reflector Disc - 40.5" (1 m):

                                            I am very pleased with my reflector. Its so simple to use, folds up into a handy side and easy to store. I can take it anywhere! I love mine!

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                                            5.0

                                            This product is just what I wanted!

                                            By picthis

                                            from Daytona Beach, Fl

                                            About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                                            Verified Buyer

                                            Pros

                                            • Durable

                                            Cons

                                            • Company name on outside o

                                            Best Uses

                                            • Indoors
                                            • Low Light
                                            • Outdoors

                                            Comments about Westcott 5-in-1 Reflector Disc - 40.5" (1 m):

                                            I love my new reflector, it's grate for bouncing my flash off of, or capturing the light from the sun. One of the best things about this particular reflector is that it has so many different colors to choose from, and its large enough to use as instant shade in bright sunlight. If I could change one thing about my new reflector, it would be the case that covers it, I wish it didn't have the company name on the outside of it. All in all I would tell others to buy this product.

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                                            5.0

                                            Just what I needed

                                            By srenkin

                                            from Marietta, GA

                                            About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                                            Verified Buyer

                                            Pros

                                            • Flexible options

                                            Cons

                                            • Zippers may fail

                                            Best Uses

                                            • General Use

                                            Comments about Westcott 5-in-1 Reflector Disc - 40.5" (1 m):

                                            Great size for just about any kind of one person shoot.

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