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Chimera Shallow Video Pro Plus 1 Softbox (X-Small)

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Chimera Shallow Video Pro Plus 1 Softbox (X-Small)
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Chimera Video Pro Plus One Overview

The extra small, 16 x 22 x 12" Chimera Shallow Plus 1 Softbox for video applications is designed for use with a broad light with a wide throw, such as a Tota light. With fabric rated for the heat of a continuous light up to 500 watts, the X-Small Shallow Plus 1 Softbox for video applications is ideal for work in cramped interiors where medium softening of a broad light is desired.

The "Plus" designation means the front face of the softbox is removable. This softbox comes with a one-stop diffusion cloth. 1/2 and 1/4 grid cloths are available separately.

This softbox has a built-in "lip" around the edges to help control light spill. This lip also facilitates the attachment of optional honeycomb grids, fabric grids, and louvers.

This softbox is only for lights with a very wide throw. The shallow depth of this softbox will not allow the light from a spotlight to spread out adequately within the box. Exposure would then not be as even across the entire front face of the softbox.

This softbox is 30% more shallow than the standard Video Pro Plus model.
Recessed front helps to control light spill and facilitates the attachment of an optional grid or louvers.
Equates to more headroom if the box is used overhead, or easier manuvering in cramped interior shoots.
Required speed (mounting) rings are available separately for many manufacturers' lights.
UPC: 845077080148

Chimera Video Pro Plus One Specs

Key Specs
Item Type
16 x 22" Softbox (Rectangular Shape)
Interior Color
Silver
Light Compatibility
Requires Bracket/Speed Ring (Not Included)
Accepts Grids
Yes (Not Included)
Item Type
16 x 22" Softbox (Rectangular Shape)
Interior Color
Silver
Light Compatibility
Requires Bracket/Speed Ring (Not Included)
Quick Open Type
No
Accepts Grids
Yes (Not Included)
Maximum Wattage
500 W (Hot Light)
Removable Front Face
Yes
Interior Baffle
Yes, Removable
Materials
Fabric
Dimensions
22 x 16 x 12" / 55.9 x 40.6 x 30.5 cm
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.6 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
21.1 x 4.3 x 4.2"

Chimera Video Pro Plus One Reviews

Does what it's supposed to

By Luke
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-05-31

Bought this to replace a small Chimera that had yellowed after a couple decades of use with hot lights. It's riding on an Aputure 600 X pro now. Beautiful light through the Chimera, great spill control.

Quality lighting fixture!

By Don
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2016-05-05

I attach the product on one of my 300 watt Arri lights. I was impressed with the soft box bought after i purchased my Arri light kit, when it came with one Chimera Soft Box...when I realized how great it worked with my lighting, I bought a second one! Perfect for Full HD videotaping, It softens the hard light that comes with fresnel lights. It also gives me an opportunity to use strong lights, like my 300 watt, in closer interviewer situations. Also its very impressive to have matching soft box because it gives you professional looking production and you capture film-like closeups like a pro!

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With the right speed ring(s) for each light, is ...

With the right speed ring(s) for each light, is it possible to use this with both the Arri 650 and Arri 150 fresnels?
Asked by: Isaac
For the Arri 150F use speed ring # CHSRC3VP, For the Arri 650F Ring # CHSRAC65VP
Answered by: Joseph
Date published: 2021-03-09

Between the Video Pro Plus 1 and Video Pro Plus, ...

Between the Video Pro Plus 1 and Video Pro Plus, which softbox creates the softest light? We are using Nanlite 720B spotlights
Asked by: Shaun
There is a difference in the included clothes, otherwise both products light output is very similar. The Chimera Medium Video Pro Plus 1 Softbox 36x48" (90 x 120cm) comes with 1 f-stop Front diffusion cloth with Touch Fastener. The Chimera Video Pro Plus Softbox (Medium, 36 x 48") comes with Front Diffusion Cloth (1 Stop), Grid Cloth (1/2 Stop), Grid Cloth (1/4 Stop).
Answered by: Rachael B
Date published: 2023-10-17

question

The OVERVIEW section says This softbox comes with a 1 stop diffuser, a 1/2 and 1/4 grid cloth. The IN THE BOX section says it only comes with a 1-stop. Which is true? I believe the latter is true, but would love some help.
Asked by: noah
You are talking about this one. https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/105283-REG/Chimera_8135_Video_Pro_Plus_Softbox.html
Answered by: Richard
Date published: 2023-08-02

question

could this be attached to a 9890 Quick Release Speed Ring?
Asked by: francois t.
Yes, the Chimera Video Pro Plus 1 Softbox - Large may be used on the Chimera 9890 Dedicated Speed Ring for the Triolet light fixture.
Answered by: Manzell L.
Date published: 2018-08-27
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