This is an Impact 32" white satin umbrella with removable black backing. Umbrellas soften, broaden, and diminish the light output of any 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 softbox.

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.

This size is perfect for a 1 - 2 person head shot, or a 2x3 ft product setup.

Backing may be removed half way, providing a unique combination of light bounced from different surfaces.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Do the materials stand up to a hot moonlight?

A: This umbrella is not heat rated.

Q: 2. In terms of build quality, how is this compared to the Westcott 7' umbrella?

A: I have not used the westcott however I feel that the build quality of this item is very good. I am sure that there are better items out there however I am very happy with this umbrella and the price was just perfect.

Q: 3. How much weight can the stands support?

A: The stands have a max load capacity of 8lbs.

Q: 4. is it work with elinchrom D-RX4? because my elinchrom heads have Shaft Diameter 7mm. and how can I fix this problem?

A: The Elinchrom D-Lite RX 4 monolight has a second umbrella fitting just at the top of the stand adapter for shafts that are 8mm thick.

Q: 5. Will this work with Sony flash heads?

A: I have Nikon and a old Vivitar for an old Canon flash that can fit in it. It has a generic holder for the flash. Maybe they could check in the store if you called. When they change things every now and then things are too tight. Wish I could help more

Q: 6. Does this come with a bag to carry all of the kit together?

A: Hello, this kit does not come with a bag to carry all of the items together.

Q: 7. Does it have diffuser and grid?

A: NoIt's an umbrella not a softboxThe photek soft lighter has a diffuserGrids usually only fit on soft boxes with a front recess.

Q: 8. Does the Impact 3117 umbrella bracket have a side bore to allow the flash shoe to be mounted parallel to the umbrella shaft?

A: The bracket is on top .

Q: 9. does this work with Elinchrom strobes?

A: This can only work with Elinchrom strobes that contain an umbrella mount above their stand mount. The umbrella will not fit the main umbrella slot below the flash tube.

Q: 10. Does the 12 rubbery item that comes mounted on the shaft serve a purpose or is it just part of the packaging?

A: I dont have a use for it. I use the umbrella with a glow S-mount bracket.