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Aputure Lantern Softbox (2.2')

BH #APLANTERN • MFR #APJ0155A3E
Aputure Lantern Softbox (2.2')
Key Features
  • 2.2-Foot Diameter, Bowens Mount
  • Absorbs 1 Stop, 270° Beam Spread
  • Comes w/ Skirt to Control Light Radius
  • Use on LED or Strobe Lights
Ideal for use overhead or to raise the ambient illumination level, this Lantern Softbox from Aputure has a 2.2' diameter and the same omni-directional quality of light as the China Balls of yore but built of durable materials. It has a skirt set to control the 270° beam spread and a Bowens mount that fits Aputure lights such as the 120d or 300d series, but is compatible with the many other lights that use this popular mount.
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Aputure Lantern Overview

  • 1Description
  • 2A Quick Soft Light Solution
  • 3Even, Omni-directional Light
  • 4The Art of Control
  • 5Ready for Run-and-Gun Filmmakers
  • 6Designed for Any Bowens Mount Light

Ideal for use overhead or to raise the ambient illumination level, this Lantern Softbox from Aputure has a 2.2' diameter and the same omni-directional quality of light as the China Balls of yore but built of durable materials. It has a skirt set to control the 270° beam spread and a Bowens mount that fits Aputure lights such as the 120d or 300d series, but is compatible with the many other lights that use this popular mount.

A Quick Soft Light Solution
The Aputure Lantern can pop open and be ready to use in mere seconds. As filmmakers, you need to move fast, and your lighting shouldn't get in your way. With the Lantern you'll be able to produce soft, even light wherever your shoots may take you.
Even, Omni-directional Light
Light up the entire room. By utilizing a 26" spherical design, the Lantern spreads the light from your LED or studio strobe in all directions with a 270° beam angle. Now you can fill an entire space with soft, even light with just a single light source.
The Art of Control
To create cinematic depth, you need to be able to control your light, so Aputure wanted to take the spherical lantern design one step further. The Lantern ships with a 4-section fully adjustable light control skirt. By using a hook and loop design, the removable skirts can attach in any position, to quickly and precisely control your soft light. You can roll the skirt up or down to flag off unwanted light.
Ready for Run-and-Gun Filmmakers
With its tension-based quick release design, the Lantern can be set up or broken down in just a few seconds, allowing you to set up fewer lights, faster. Combining that with its durable and portable design makes the Lantern the ideal run-and-gun soft light modifier.
Designed for Any Bowens Mount Light
With the ability to fit onto any Bowens mount studio strobe or LED fixture, such as the Aputure 120d or 300d series lights, the Lantern is the ideal photo or video accessory for casting soft light over a wide area, while still maintaining control.

Aputure Lantern Specs

Key Specs
Item Type
26" Lantern Softbox (Rounded Shape)
Interior Color
White (Translucent)
Light Compatibility
Built-In Speed Ring with Bowens S Mount
Accepts Grids
No
Interior Color
White (Translucent)
Light Compatibility
Built-In Speed Ring with Bowens S Mount
Quick Open Type
Click/Locking Type
Accepts Grids
No
Removable Front Face
No
Interior Baffle
Yes
Light Loss/Gain
1-Stop Loss
Materials
Fabric
Dimensions
ø: 25.6 x H: 22" / ø: 65 x H: 56 cm (Open)
Weight
2 lb / 0.9 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
5.775 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
33 x 7.5 x 7.5"

Aputure Lantern Reviews

Smooth & even lighting

By Christopher
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-06-28

Nice smooth & even lighting. What made me more confident in my purchase is when I saw the other professional photographer using it. Good investment.

Super cool lanterns

By Brad
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-03-27

These lanterns are perfect. Very affordable and so handy.

great Light!

By Nafis
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-03-23

Essential studio light modifier.

Convenience Meet Lantern

By Patrick
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-02-18

I've been using Aputure modifiers for years and they've never let me down. The Lantern Softbox (2.2') is no exception. This bundle comes with everything you need to shape your lantern and transport it with ease. Pros: Quick setup/breakdown Works well from Amaran 60D - Aputure 300D Bowens mount has rotation lock (good for adjusting light w/skirt) Excellent materials/build quality Supplied skirt for controlling light Supplied carrying bag Cons: Footprint when collapsed is rather long Honestly, for under $100, you cannot find a more versatile or useful modifier than the Aputure Lantern. I have both the 2.2' and 3' modifiers, and the smaller option is general my go to for lighting product or one-to-two subjects. It can handle a variety of tasks and does so flawlessly. Again, you cannot go wrong within this price range.

Awesome Diffusion

By Jason
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-02-08

Great for spreading nicely diffused light around a large area.

Perfect for small studio

By Aaron
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-02-02

Loving the smaller version of the Aputure Lantern Softbox. I have a small studio space to work with so this product is perfect for creating even lighting w/o being so big I can't maneuver around it. Also it comes fully assembled but collapsed in the carrying case. All you need to do is push down from the top and hook the clasp and you're ready roll.

Great Product

By Michael
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-06-13

Easy to assemble and good quality lantern.

Great soft light

By Logan
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-06-01

I needed a secondary fill light, and this softbox creates some great light.

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Can I use it as a normal softbox?

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