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Chimera OB2 PRO Kit

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Chimera OB2 PRO Kit
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Key Features
  • 24" Octa 2
  • 2800OP Versi Octa Speed Ring
  • For Shoe Mount Flashes
  • Lightweight, Transportable
The Chimera OB2 PRO Kit puts together the collapsible 24" Octa 2 softbox and the 2800OP Versi Octa Speed Ring to give on-camera flash users access to that unique Octa-quality light.

Beauty dishes have been around a long time providing a unique mix of diffused light with a crisp edge. But the problem with these popular light-shaping tools was always transporting them, requiring outsized cumbersome cases. Chimera's Octa 2 Collapsible Beauty Dish changes all of that with a 24" lightweight source that folds up like a softbox.

You can use it in the classic mode with the included center bounce disc or without it for a harder bare bulb look. Add the included front diffuser and you've got a 2 foot OctaPlus lightbank with wrap-around light quality and circular catchlights. The 24" beauty dish uses standard OctaPlus speed rings or the Versi Octa speed ring for on-camera flash use.

The included Chimera Adjustable Versi Bracket Octa Speed Ring allows you the use your shoe-mount flash unit with Chimera softboxes, including the Octa 2. It's compatible with most professional sized camera flash units with a height of 4.5 - 7.5" (11.43 - 19 cm), measured from base to middle of the reflector.

For complete specs on the items included in this kit please click on the links below:

Octa 2 Collapsible Beauty Dish (24")
Versi Bracket Octa Speed

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Chimera Octa 2 Overview

The Chimera OB2 PRO Kit puts together the collapsible 24" Octa 2 softbox and the 2800OP Versi Octa Speed Ring to give on-camera flash users access to that unique Octa-quality light.

Beauty dishes have been around a long time providing a unique mix of diffused light with a crisp edge. But the problem with these popular light-shaping tools was always transporting them, requiring outsized cumbersome cases. Chimera's Octa 2 Collapsible Beauty Dish changes all of that with a 24" lightweight source that folds up like a softbox.

You can use it in the classic mode with the included center bounce disc or without it for a harder bare bulb look. Add the included front diffuser and you've got a 2 foot OctaPlus lightbank with wrap-around light quality and circular catchlights. The 24" beauty dish uses standard OctaPlus speed rings or the Versi Octa speed ring for on-camera flash use.

The included Chimera Adjustable Versi Bracket Octa Speed Ring allows you the use your shoe-mount flash unit with Chimera softboxes, including the Octa 2. It's compatible with most professional sized camera flash units with a height of 4.5 - 7.5" (11.43 - 19 cm), measured from base to middle of the reflector.

For complete specs on the items included in this kit please click on the links below:

Octa 2 Collapsible Beauty Dish (24")
Versi Bracket Octa Speed

UPC: 845077060249

Chimera Octa 2 Specs

Key Specs
Item Type
24" Collapsible Beauty Dish (8-Sided Octagon Shape)
Interior Color
White
Light Compatibility
Includes Bracket/Speed Ring with Shoe Mount/Speedlight Flash Mount
Item Type
24" Collapsible Beauty Dish (8-Sided Octagon Shape)
Interior Color
White
Light Compatibility
Includes Bracket/Speed Ring with Shoe Mount/Speedlight Flash Mount
Quick Open Type
No
Accepts Grids
Yes (Not Included)
Removable Front Face
Yes
Materials
Fabric, Metal
Dimensions
ø: 24 x H: 9" / ø: 61 x H: 22.9 cm
Weight
1.5 lb / 0.7 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
2.35 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
16.2 x 7.1 x 6"

Chimera Octa 2 Reviews

Best travel softbox to date

By Clearwater
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2017-08-25

True that this little octabox is pricey BUT, consider the materials used and light quality and your preferences to softness and portability, this is the ideal choice. You can purchase something similar that is made in some other country for a couple of dollars but, will it stand up to heavy use ? These units are made right here in the good ole USA and are used by discriminating photogs around the world. Yes, I would purchase again(despite high cost)

Perfect combination

By Wunder
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2012-05-24

It's collapsible and you get a beauty dish and octabox in one package. The only con is the Chimera versi bracket that didn't quite centered my 580EXII in the middle with PW Flex at the bottom. Had to make second holes but then it was good to go.

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question

Will this product work with a Nikon SB 700 and a PocketWizard Flex TT5? If so, what accessories would I need to purchase with this product to make that combo work?
Asked by: Anonymous
Yes, this kit will work with a Nikon SB700 and PocketWizard Flex TT5 unit. The bracket comes with a standard shoe mount to mount the SB700 onto, and there is a part of the bracket behind where the flash shits which has room and 3 mounting holes you could screw a 1/4 -20 threaded wing-nut into the bottom of the PocketWizard with (or you could simply hang the Pocket Wizard via the supplied lanyard. See the link below for a connecting wing-nut for the PocketWizard:http://bhpho.to/Jzpw4i
Answered by: Yos O.
Date published: 2018-08-28

Will I be able to use Profoto A1 with this ...

Will I be able to use Profoto A1 with this product?
Asked by: Serguei
It could work, but the back mask might not fit the A1.
Answered by: Reuben K
Date published: 2020-03-12

question

Will this product work with my Quantum Trio?
Asked by: Anonymous
Yes, the Quantum Trio flash would be compatible by using the following ring: http://bhpho.to/R1n7Kr
Answered by: Kirk R.
Date published: 2018-08-28

Does the speed lights TTL still work when using ...

Does the speed lights TTL still work when using this ? Nikon sb500 .Thanks,Just received my order, haven’t had time to test it out .
Asked by: James
The softbox will have no affect on TTL or HSS.
Answered by: Reuben K
Date published: 2019-10-07

question

Can this also handle high heat, like from a Triolet?
Asked by: Chris
Unfortunately, this product is only rated for use with studio strobes or speedlights.
Answered by: Kirk R.
Date published: 2018-08-28
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