Fashion photographers, who pretty much invented the location shoot, have known for a long time that when it comes to light, natural is best - provided you can control it. The Sun-Swatter Big Super Saver Starter Mounting Kit from Sunbounce is part of a system that does just that. Resembling a huge fly-swatter, this 6 x 8' light shaper has a translucent screen stretched across its high tensile strength aluminum frame.
A couple of minutes of easy setup gets you a very large patch of bright open shade with manageable contrast, thanks to the included 2/3 stop diffusion screen, instead of glaring deep-shadowed sunlight broiling your subject. The Sun-Swatter is easily handheld by its frame, but this version of the kit gives you extra mounting options to work with. The kit includes two Boom-Stick extension handles for a maximum extension of 10.4’. Also included are two grip heads for stand mounting and a set of clips to tighten the fabric. The kit fits neatly in the included soft carrying case.
The California Sunbounce Sun-Swatter is mobile shade on a pole--ideal for shading a model (or models) in bright sunlight without cumbersome set-ups for each shot. The California Sunbounce Sun-Swatter Big Frame (6x8') is the lightweight, collapsible aluminum frame for all Big Sun-Swatter light modifiers (not included). With the Sun-Swatter, the model's movements can easily be followed by one person holding the lightweight scrim on a boom-type pole (not included) that extends to about 11' (3.35 m). The frame holds the screen taut, ensuring consistent light modification. A shoulder sling bag is included. Reflector not included. Pole not included.
Designed for the Sunbounce Sun-Swatter Big 6 x 8' frames, this Translucent -2/3 Diffuser Screen is a seamless fabric to subtly reduce contrast and light intensity. This neutral white screen cuts light by approximately 2/3 stop and does not affect the overall color balance. It is used to soften harsh ambient or incoming light, and to lessen the contrast between foreground and background lighting.
Designed as an interface between a Sun Swatter and a boom stick or tripod, the Swatty Duo Grip Head from Sunbounce is a simple and convenient means to safely hold or attach the Sun Swatter in windy conditions or when an additional pair of hands is needed on set. The grip head can accommodate all Sun Swatter sizes, and includes a pair of inserts dedicated to both 22mm and 25mm-diameter frames.
The Sunbounce system consists of a collapsible aluminum frame that can be easily assembled and combined with different reflecting, light-reducing, or light-absorbing screens to take full advantage of any kind of light, hard or soft, natural or artificial. The Tuning Clip Pro (4-Pack) from Sunbounce allows you to refine the system even further by easily attaching fabric or other material temporarily to a screen (not included), modifying the reflective or diffusion quality of the light. These 4 Pro clips are suitable for use with a Mini or Pro Sunbounce or Sun-Swatter Pro reflector/diffuser (all available separately).
Designed to protect and transport Sunbounce Sun-Swatter, Sun-Scrim, and Sun-Bouncer screens and frames, this padded, Large Carry Bag measures 59.1 x 11 x 1.2" and can accommodate all screen sizes except for 20 x 20' models.