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SmallRig RA-L65 Lantern Softbox

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SmallRig RA-L65 Lantern Softbox
Key Features
  • Great for Ambient Light
  • Ideal for Overhead Use on a Boom
  • Removable Skirt Included
Ideal for overhead use on a boom or as a fill light, the omni-directional RA-L65 Lantern Softbox from SmallRig can also be used to elevate the ambient light level. This allows you to use more focused instruments and light specific areas of your live action scene, interview setup, or product photography, while maintaining an overall ambient exposure level on set. The soft output of the light boosts light levels, lifting your set out of darkness without casting shadows in the same way a key light can.
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SmallRig Lantern Softbox Overview

Ideal for overhead use on a boom or as a fill light, the omni-directional RA-L65 Lantern Softbox from SmallRig can also be used to elevate the ambient light level. This allows you to use more focused instruments and light specific areas of your live action scene, interview setup, or product photography, while maintaining an overall ambient exposure level on set. The soft output of the light boosts light levels, lifting your set out of darkness without casting shadows in the same way a key light can.

Increasing the ambient light levels allows your talent to move throughout the scene more naturally, without being plunged into darkness, while still allowing you to create strong lighting effects. An included cloth skirt easily attaches to the softbox for controlling spill, keeping it off walls for example, and creating more contrast where you want it.

  • The diffusion fabric creates smooth omni-directional soft light, without affecting the color or the CRI rating of your fixture's output.
  • The lantern softbox features a Bowens speed ring, making it compatible with a large variety of light fixtures for stills and video.
  • The included 4-section fabric skirt can be easily attached to control spill.
  • The diffusion material attaches securely to the speed ring, making setup and breakdown quick and easy.

SmallRig Lantern Softbox Specs

Key Specs
Item Type
Lantern Softbox (Circular Shape)
Interior Color
White
Light Compatibility
Built-In Speed Ring with Bowens S Mount
Item Type
Lantern Softbox (Circular Shape)
Interior Color
White
Light Compatibility
Built-In Speed Ring with Bowens S Mount
Quick Open Type
Click/Locking Type
Removable Front Face
No
Materials
Fabric
Dimensions
ø: 25.6 x H: 21.7" / ø: 65 x H: 55 cm
Weight
3.0 lb / 1348 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
5.66 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
33.2 x 8 x 7.9"

SmallRig Lantern Softbox Reviews

Soft and easy

By Craig
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2026-06-12

Soft light. Easy setup and mount

My first lantern softbox

By Konstantin
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2024-07-06

This softbox is worth every penny, especially for the price with a promo discount. I was choosing between the Aputure Lantern 90 and the SmallRig, and I decided to try the SmallRig. Excellent materials, easy to assemble and disassemble. Completely satisfied with the purchase.

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What is the diameter?

What is the diameter?
Asked by: Spencer
The SmallRig RA-L65 Lantern Softbox has dimensions of ø: 25.6 x H: 21.7" / ø: 65 x H: 55 cm.
Answered by: Davis H
Date published: 2025-08-14

What are the dimensions when folded down? ...

What are the dimensions when folded down? Specifically the length. Thanks!
Asked by: Rob
The length is 33.5".
Answered by: Gary L
Date published: 2023-08-29

What size is the speedring insert?

What size is the speedring insert?
Asked by: Jim
The dimensions for the speedring on the SmallRig RA-L65 Lantern Softbox are as following. Outer diameter 140mm, inner diameter is 112mm. the ring is 13mm wide and 10mm thick. It comes with a standard bowen adapter connected and it is 38mm tall.
Answered by: Llinelva D
Date published: 2023-08-03

Is this compatible with the Aputure 600d?

Is this compatible with the Aputure 600d?
Asked by: Jason
Yes, the SmallRig RA-L65 Lantern Softbox is compatible on the Aputure LS 600d Daylight LED Monolight (V-Mount).
Answered by: Rob K
Date published: 2024-03-12

Is this Softbox a quick open style?

Is this Softbox a quick open style?
Asked by: David
Yes, the SmallRig RA-L65 Lantern Softbox is a quick-open style softbox.
Answered by: Kirk R
Date published: 2022-11-17

To attach it to a Smallrig 220B light, do I need ...

To attach it to a Smallrig 220B light, do I need any additional hardware such as a Bowens S ring?
Asked by: Rajnesh
No, the SmallRig RA-L90 Lantern Softbox 3932 already comes equipped with a Bowens 3 pin system.
Answered by: hectorm
Date published: 2023-08-29

What percent of light is transmitted?

What percent of light is transmitted?
Asked by: Rajnesh
Smallrig does not publish the diffusion amount of this lantern but often these are 1/2 to a full stop of diffusion.
Answered by: Jessica G
Date published: 2023-12-23
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