Ideal for portraiture and work in ambient light the 48" Collapsible Diffuser from Manfrotto is handy for use in lowering contrast from a light source or to tame the harsh noonday sun. The 48" diameter disk is light enough to be handheld or attached to an optional holder. While not as effective of a solid white reflector, the diffuser does also have some moderate bounce-light capability. The diffuser folds down to 1/3 its open size to stow conveniently in the provided carry bag.

2-Stop Light Absorption    Folds Down to 1/3 its Open Size    Compact, Lightweight for Traveling    Includes Carry Bag    Softens Light, Reduces Contrast    Ideal for Portraiture    Hand Holdable    Optional Disc Holder

Diffuser folds down to a convenient size for portability and storage

If the rim breaks or comes apart the item will be fixed free of charge

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. I have this and I got the white side dirty because it smudged against a floor as I folded it up. Is there any hope for cleaning it?

A: You can try to spot clean it with a rag and water.

Q: 2. Will this fit properly on a LitePanels Astra 6x?

A: Yes, the Neewer Collapsible Softbox Diffuser with Honeycomb Grid will fit the LitePanels Astra 6x. Note, it will block some oft the light.

Q: 3. How many stops ?

A: If you're asking how many stops the light will be reduced by passing through the diffuser, the answer depends on how close the diffuser is to the subject.Measured with an incident light meter at a distance equal to the width of the diffuser (about 5 feet), the light intensity is reduced by 1.8 stops. For the typical use in lighting a model who would otherwise be under the harsh sun, I'd probably figure on 2 stops as a first guess and work from there.

Q: 4. Was this the one from the instagram video of the BH staff in the kilt?

A: No, the product used in the B&H video with the staff member in the kilt (Jessie) showcased the Impact Collapsible Background (White, 5 x 7') BH #IMBGCW57.

Q: 5. I've purchased this. It seems to be photographic so blue. Using two strobes: Photogenic C4-12C Color Corrected Flash Tube. Should I be doing something different?

A: You may want tweak your white balance and or check the color temp of your Photogenic's.

Q: 6. do you make this reflector in black?

A: Impact makes a 5x7' white black https://bhpho.to/2UeabBb.

Q: 7. Is the Black and mid gray oval, collapsible and 6x7 just like the the black and white model appears to be? Or does it have square corners like the picture? Will the Magnetic Background Support work with it?

A: The Lastolite Collapsible Reversible Background (6 x 7', Black/Mid Gray) B&H # LABGC67BMG is collapsible in the same manner as the black/white version. It will also work with the Lastolite Magnetic Background Support.

Q: 8. Is the frame strong enough to resist a wind or it folds easily?

A: Yes, the frame can withstand moderate wind but is difficult to hold in the wind for 1 person. Folding it is fairly easy similar to other reflectors.

Q: 9. how many f stops does it use in sunlight ?

A: Approximately 2 stops

Q: 10. How much stops of light does it cut down?

A: This diffuser cuts 1 stop of light. Firing an Alienbees B800 at full power into a 46 inch softlighter, I get a reading of f/11 at 8 feet (ISO 200). With the LiteDisc Diffuser in place the reading is f/8 at 8 feet (ISO 200). I hope that helps!