Photogenic Umbrella - "Eclipse" Silver with Black Cover - 60"
This Photogenic 60" Eclipse Umbrella with black backing has an extra silver panel added during construction. The result is the elimination of the reflection of the metal frame of the umbrella in the eyes of your subject, or on highly reflective surfaces, such as chrome or brass.
This size is perfect for portraits of small groups of people, and medium sized product set ups.
This umbrella is designed for use with strobe lighting.
- Softens and broadens the light output of any strobe or lower wattage constant light.
- A silver umbrella will add specular highlights -- a little bit more "snap", than a white umbrella.
- May add 1/2 to 1 F-Stop of light output, depending on the light source used.
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80%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors (3)
- Outdoor events / games (3)
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Pros
- Easy To Setup
- Lightweight
Cons
- Short Lifespan
- Unreliable
Best Uses
Comments about Photogenic Umbrella - "Eclipse" Silver, Black Cover - 60":
This is a relatively inexpensive umbrella for it's size, which is why I'm being gracious and giving it three stars.
My biggest complaint is that after just a couple of months of very light use, the thing is starting to come apart. The interior silver lining is stitched to the inner tines (this is what gives the umbrella its shape), and that inner stitching is starting to come undone.
I don't have a permanent studio, which means I do open and close this umbrella every time I use it. Maybe if I had a permanent studio and left it set up this would not be a problem.
I'm shopping now for a replacement. I'll be spending a little more and hope that I get something with a little better construction.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Setup
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Artificial Lighting
- Photography
- Portraits
- Strobe Lighting
- Weddings
Comments about Photogenic Umbrella - "Eclipse" Silver, Black Cover - 60":
Perfect for group shots, gets the job done
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Good Color Value
- Powerful
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors
Comments about Photogenic Umbrella - "Eclipse" Silver, Black Cover - 60":
All my umbrellas were white with black covers. So I wanted to try something different and had read that silver was good for larger groups. So I went looking for something in silver in my price range and found this one.
It is solidly built, great construction. The light this umbrella produces is great! I may never use white again, ha ha.
Pros
Cons
- Flimsy
Best Uses
- General Use
- Low Light
- Special Events
Comments about Photogenic Umbrella - "Eclipse" Silver, Black Cover - 60":
I wanted a 60" Silver umbrella. I thought the design of the Eclipse would be an advantage since the ribs are covered. It turns out that the ribs still show up pretty good in catch lights and I wasn't very satisfied with the construction of the umbrella. It just didn't seem that it would last very long so I sent it back.
Pros
- Attach Securely
- Long-Lasting
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors
- Low Light
- Night Time
- Outdoors
- Special Events
Comments about Photogenic Umbrella - "Eclipse" Silver, Black Cover - 60":
Purpose: Outdoor portraits, with small speedlights (SB-800) on a boom-stand.
Pros: Cheap, Big, versatile, fast and easy to set up.
Cons: Very weak and unusable in windy conditions, no-wind-or-nothing. Heavy counter-weight or assistant needed for hold/secure it.
ps: perfect in studio/interrior with high ceillings.
Pros
- Attach Securely
- Durable
- Ease of use
- Long-Lasting
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors
- Special Events
Comments about Photogenic Umbrella - "Eclipse" Silver, Black Cover - 60":
I love the 60 inch(2) size I purchased. Throws some nice even lighting. Used a pair for some group dance shots. Always easier to use than comparable size softboxes and just as nice of lighting.
The covered ribs are a nice feature when shooting headshots, don't show up in the catchlights of the eyes.
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- 30 Day Manufacturer's Warranty
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