This is a 60" White Satin Umbrella with Removal Black Cover. Umbrellas soften, broaden, and diminish the light output of any tungsten or flash light source. Umbrellas with a white interior will soften and weaken light more than an umbrella with a silver lining. A white umbrella without a black backing may also be used as a makeshift softbox, although the use of the light will not be as efficient as with a lightbox.

Choosing umbrella size is determined by the size of the subject, and the strength of the light supply being used. Choosing an umbrella surface is as subjective as choosing a paint and brush.

Westcott umbrellas are measured tip to tip across the arch of the umbrella.

Westcott umbrellas are rated safe for use with hot lights up to 1000 Watts.

This size is perfect for a 3 person full length shot, or a 4x8 size still-life setup.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Can this be used with a Godox AD200 with a Godox S-Type Speedlite Bracket for Bowens?

A: Yes the Godox S-Type Speedlite Bracket for Bowens has an umbrella slot by which this umbrella can be used.

Q: 2. is this version ii?

A: Yes, the MFR # SL-6000 is the Photek Umbrella - SoftLighter II - 60 . (The original SoftLighter has been discontinued and is no longer available).

Q: 3. Is this a shoot thru when the black is removed?

A: Yes, without the black back, this umbrella is transmissive and can be used as a forward shoot through. With the black attached, it is used as a soft reflective umbrella (shoot away) not quite as sharp as a silver lining, not quite as soft as a softbox. Does this help??Robert E Hersh, MD

Q: 4. Have you shot an led light into this for video? Thanks.

A: Yes, works great

Q: 5. Will this work well with the Impact SF-ABRL160?

A: Yes it should work once it's got a hole where the umbrella rod can go through.

Q: 6. Which umbrella provides the best light reflection?

A: In the Impact umbrellas, the Impact Umbrella - Beaded Silver - 43 B&H # IMU43SB would provide the best reflection if you need added contrast to your images. An image of the product is shown below for reference.

Q: 7. Will the shaft fit an aputure 100D?

A: Yes, the shaft on this Impact Convertible Umbrella is 8mm thick, which will fit the umbrella slot on the Amaran 100d.

Q: 8. How long is it when folded? I am looking something under 16" easy to travel with

A: The folded size of the Impact 45" Convertible Umbrella is 29.8".

Q: 9. Is this umbrella collapsible? (Does it close shut?) If it doesn't are there any umbrellas similiar to this one that do? I am looking for something that is at least semi-portable and storeable.

A: YES. It is just like any umbrella you would use for going out in the rain (except without a handle). Collapses and slides into a storage sleeve. Very compact. Slide the metal shaft into an umbrella holder and mount on a light stand. I have two of these. They are great and inexpensive. The cover comes off so you can shoot through the white umbrella with your flash or flip it around and then put the silver/black reflector cover on and use the umbrella to reflect your flash back to your subject for a little more light control. I can do large group shots with two of these. One on camera left and camera right. You will need a system to fire your flashes or strobes remotely.

Q: 10. Is this a true 45" open umbrella? Some manufactures measure over the backside or rib length and it's misleading.

A: This is a true 45"umbrella.