Westcott Umbrella - Optical White Satin - 45"
Provides quick and easy light diffusion. Umbrella can be used as a bounce light source. This size is perfect for a 1-2 person head, or head-to-waist shot, or a 4x6 ft product setup.
Westcott umbrellas are rated safe up to 1000 Watts hot light power.
- Optical White Satin umbrellas can be positioned closed to the subject for a shoot-through diffuser.
- A 2-in-1 component. First stop on the umbrella shaft acts as an umbrella. Second stop acts as a reflector.
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by PowerReviews(based on 16 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
93%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Lightweight (8)
- Easy to setup (6)
- Consistent (5)
- Durable (5)
- Reliable (4)
Cons
Best Uses
- Portraits (10)
- Photography (7)
- Strobe lighting (7)
- Artificial lighting (6)
- General purpose (4)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Pro photographer (6), Photo enthusiast (3), Semi-pro photographer (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (8)
Most Liked Positive Review
Good quality umbrella!!
I bought two types of umbrellas. Bought that zumbrella. That garbage broke on the 2nd use. It really is very translucent but worthless as far as quality goes. Only two uses out of ...Read complete review
I bought two types of umbrellas. Bought that zumbrella. That garbage broke on the 2nd use. It really is very translucent but worthless as far as quality goes. Only two uses out of it. I bought some auction quality umbrellas, those outlasted that BS Zumbrella!!!! Bought this umbrella, is not as translucent but is far more heavy duty! I really like the quality of this umbrella. Highly recommend it to the folks that are looking into buying a high quality white umbrella hands down I rate it 5 stars.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Westcott Optical White Satin Umbrella
Looks great but very flimsy. Fell over once and totally got bent out of shape
Looks great but very flimsy. Fell over once and totally got bent out of shape
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- Durable
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Comments about Westcott Umbrella - Optical White Satin - 45":
Great value
Pros
- Durable
Cons
Best Uses
- General Use
Comments about Westcott Umbrella - Optical White Satin - 45":
This is a replacement. The first suffered wind damage and thankfully took the blow and protected my flash and PW in the fall.
The shaft of my prior umbrella (same product) was hollow and broke with the fall. The shaft appears to be solid or thicker with the one I just received. That's an upgrade.
The prior umbrella had a soft cap for a point, this one has a metal point. I will have to be more careful with it in positioning it near subjects. That's a drawback.
Overall very nice even light difussion and sturdy product.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
- General Use
- Indoors
- Outdoors
Comments about Westcott Umbrella - Optical White Satin - 45":
I got this umbrella to use as a type of softbox. I will also use it as a screen to block sunlight outdoors.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Artificial Lighting
- Photography
- Portraits
- Strobe Lighting
Comments about Westcott Umbrella - Optical White Satin - 45":
I use this product in the studio and on location. Works great in both applications, but especially great for location work, because of it's compact size.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Lightweight
Cons
- Short Lifespan
Best Uses
- Artificial Lighting
Comments about Westcott Umbrella - Optical White Satin - 45":
Looks great but very flimsy. Fell over once and totally got bent out of shape
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy Setup
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Photography
- Portraits
- Strobe Lighting
Comments about Westcott Umbrella - Optical White Satin - 45":
Well made for the money.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Even Light
Cons
Best Uses
- Portraits
Comments about Westcott Umbrella - Optical White Satin - 45":
Let it rain...or give me a tough shoot to light--I believe this umbrella will handle both situations equally well. For the money, you can't beat it. Plus, it feels a bit more substantial in construction then a couple of its close competitors. Wescott delivers, again.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent
- Easy Setup
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Artificial Lighting
- Photography
- Portraits
- Strobe Lighting
- Weddings
Comments about Westcott Umbrella - Optical White Satin - 45":
I bought two types of umbrellas. Bought that zumbrella. That garbage broke on the 2nd use. It really is very translucent but worthless as far as quality goes. Only two uses out of it. I bought some auction quality umbrellas, those outlasted that BS Zumbrella!!!! Bought this umbrella, is not as translucent but is far more heavy duty! I really like the quality of this umbrella. Highly recommend it to the folks that are looking into buying a high quality white umbrella hands down I rate it 5 stars.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent
- Easy Setup
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Photography
- Portraits
- Strobe Lighting
- Weddings
Comments about Westcott Umbrella - Optical White Satin - 45":
Very soft flattering lighting when I shoot a flash through it. Could be sturdier, but fine for the price.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent
- Easy Setup
- Good Value
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Artificial Lighting
- Photography
- Portraits
- Strobe Lighting
- Weddings
Comments about Westcott Umbrella - Optical White Satin - 45":
Very satisfied with this umbrella. Very bright and even light when combined with my 430ex II.
Pros
- Consistent
- Easy Setup
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
- No Cons I can think of
Best Uses
- Artificial Lighting
- Photography
- Portraits
- Strobe Lighting
- Weddings
Comments about Westcott Umbrella - Optical White Satin - 45":
I looked around for a white umbrella & found out most umbrellas can't take more than 500 watts of flash or continuous power ! BUT this Westcott 45"
optical satin white umbrella can take 1000 watts !
So if you have 1000 watt quartz halogens or do a lot of flashes at a photo session, this umbrella will not discolor, it stays satin white. Great product for bounce or shoot thru ! 99% of the time I use it as a shoot thru to get those soft lighting effects. I would buy it again & again !
Pros
- Consistent
- Easy Setup
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Artificial Lighting
- Photography
- Portraits
- Strobe Lighting
Comments about Westcott Umbrella - Optical White Satin - 45":
Does the job well without spending a lot of money.
Pros
- Construction Materials
- value
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Westcott Umbrella - Optical White Satin - 45":
Excellent construction and materials.
Great value.
Highly recommended.
Pros
- Durable
- Good Color Value
- Long-Lasting
Cons
Best Uses
- General Use
- Indoors
Comments about Westcott Umbrella - Optical White Satin - 45":
This is a quality umbrella from a name you can trust. I use these umbrella's for group shots at weddings, and commercial shoots in homes. Very versatile and good quality light diffusion. I have no complaints.
Pros
- Good Color Value
Cons
Best Uses
- General Use
- Indoors
- Portraits
- Product
- Wedding formals
Comments about Westcott Umbrella - Optical White Satin - 45":
Pretty low price but they work well so far. Portraits, two-light+two-umbrella formals for weddings, product shots (shoot through). Very bright 'optical white' umbrellas work well for what I've done with them so far, and don't cost an arm and a leg.
Pros
- Attach Securely
- Durable
Cons
Best Uses
- Portraits
Comments about Westcott Umbrella - Optical White Satin - 45":
Westcott makes a great product and this 45" umbrella is no exception. The light is diffused well. The build quality is fine. I'd say better than the any of the other comparable umbrellas I've seen. Also consider the 43" collapsable Wescott if portability is an issue. Perfect for head shots.
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