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Photek Softlighter Hot Shoe Diffuser Kit with Umbrella (60")

BH #PHHSD6000K • MFR #HSD-60K
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Photek Softlighter Hot Shoe Diffuser Kit with Umbrella (60")
Key Features
  • Studio-Quality Light From Small Flash
  • Umbrella, Diffuser, Adapter Included
If you're looking for better light using your on-camera flash, Photek's Softlighter Hot Shoe Diffuser Kit with Umbrella (60") fits the bill. You get a 60" umbrella with a white interior and black removable cover and a diffuser panel with an opening for your hot shoe flash and the umbrella shaft. A set of touch tabs for the flash head and a hot shoe umbrella/light stand adapter with an adjustable hot shoe locking plate for mounting the flash/umbrella to a stand are also included. This setup gives you a broad, soft studio-quality light using only a battery-powered "on-camera" flash.
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Photek SoftLighter 60" Overview

If you're looking for better light using your on-camera flash, Photek's Softlighter Hot Shoe Diffuser Kit with Umbrella (60") fits the bill. You get a 60" umbrella with a white interior and black removable cover and a diffuser panel with an opening for your hot shoe flash and the umbrella shaft. A set of touch tabs for the flash head and a hot shoe umbrella/light stand adapter with an adjustable hot shoe locking plate for mounting the flash/umbrella to a stand are also included. This setup gives you a broad, soft studio-quality light using only a battery-powered "on-camera" flash.

Studio-quality light from small flash
Umbrella, diffuser, adapter, and touch tabs included
UPC: 811761011255

Photek SoftLighter 60" Specs

Item Type
1x 60" Convertible Umbrella with Softbox Diffuser Cover
 • Color: White Translucent Umbrella + Black Interior/Exterior Removable Cover
Shaft Diameter
8 mm
Number of Rods
8
Included Mount/Stand
1x Swivel Umbrella Bracket with Shoe Mount
Packaging Info
Package Weight
3.6 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
39.2 x 3.5 x 3.5"

Photek SoftLighter 60" Reviews

Super tight fabric ribbing around light

By Aaron
Rated 3 out of 5
Date: 2025-12-10

Like the umbrella but the ribbed neck, to go around the light, is way too tight and I struggled to get around my lights ( photogenic). I am also used to Larson soft boxes so the cover was cheaper than I expected. But the quality of light is nice in the end.

Photek Umbrella

By Carla
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2024-11-20

I love this thin profile umbrella its perfect for low ceilings and creates beautiful light. My only challenge was the diffuser sock was too thin to fit my alien b's square strobe, so I used a different brand diffuser that I had on hand. If you are using a thinner strobe it will fit. Otherwise be prepared. The sock would not stretch to fit.

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question

Has anyone used a quantum Qflash T5D-R with this umbrella? Does the speed light opening have enough space to allow a Qflash to fit?
Asked by: Lee
From the manufacturer, Yes you can use the Photek HSD-60K with the Quantum Flash you mentioned. The opening on the HSD diffuser is large enough.
Answered by: Craig R.
Date published: 2018-08-28

do you need a reflector head on on the strobe ...

do you need a reflector head on on the strobe with the softlighter? do you need a reflector head on the strobe with the softlighter? A youtuber says you do, but I don't see which one to buy for a profoto D2
Asked by: Jana
Not for a Profoto D or B series with a "built in" reflector. On profoto pro heads or other strobe you may. Not these.
Answered by: Michael
Date published: 2021-12-24

how does the 8mm shaft remove?

how does the 8mm shaft remove?
Asked by: Doug
About 18'' of the end of the shaft just un screws so you can get the Softlighter closer to your subject and the shaft will not be in the image.
Answered by: Tom
Date published: 2020-06-10

Does the 60" comes with the gold and silver inner ...

Does the 60" comes with the gold and silver inner reflectors? I got both the 46 and 60, however my 46" only has the reflectors. Just wondering if I've possibly misplaced them, or maybe they don't come with it.
Asked by: MATTHEW
On this umbrella the Interior Color is White
Answered by: vilson
Date published: 2021-02-25

Will this work with Godox strobes?

Will this work with Godox strobes?
Asked by: L
Yes, this umbrella is compatible with Godox strobe heads.
Answered by: Kirk R
Date published: 2019-10-13

question

is this version ii?
Asked by: Darren C.
Yes, the MFR # SL-6000 is the Photek Umbrella - SoftLighter II - 60 . (The original SoftLighter has been discontinued and is no longer available).
Answered by: Manzell L.
Date published: 2018-08-27

question

Will this work with Broncolor PulsoG head?
Asked by: Eunjin P.
With the 7mm shaft installed, it can work with a Broncolor Pulso G head.
Answered by: Kirk R.
Date published: 2018-08-27

would this work with a continuous 600w light?

would this work with a continuous 600w light?
Asked by: andres
The Photek SoftLighter Umbrella with Removable 8mm Shaft (60") is not recommended for continuous lights generating ample amounts of heat. An actual softbox would be better suited for a 600W continuous light.
Answered by: Davis H
Date published: 2024-08-15
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