Octagonal Umbrella Reflector with Honeycomb Grid Softbox Overview This octagonal umbrella softbox combines a large, even light surface with a removable honeycomb grid for controlled directional lighting. It converts a bare flash into a soft, flattering light source while reducing spill and improving contrast. The design is portable and quick to set up for both studio and location work. Key benefits Soft, naturallooking light: The octagonal shape provides broad, even illumination and pleasing round catchlights for portrait work. Precise light control: The honeycomb grid narrows beam spread to reduce background spill and keep light focused on the subject. Versatile and compatible: Designed to work with umbrellastyle mounts and common speedlight and strobe adapters when used with a compatible umbrella shaft or holder. Portable and quick to assemble: Collapsible umbrella construction and lightweight materials make it easy to transport and set up on location. Durable construction: Reflective interior and sturdy outer fabric maintain consistent light quality over repeated use. Features and attributes Function: Converts oncamera or offcamera flash into a softboxstyle light modifier for softer shadows and more flattering highlights. Shape and size: Octagonal design offers a large, even lighting surface and natural catchlight shape; size provides a balance between coverage and portability. Material: Reflective inner lining for efficient light output, durable outer fabric, removable front diffusion panel, and a detachable honeycomb grid for directional control. Performance: Produces smooth, lowcontrast illumination with the option to increase directionality and contrast when the grid is attached. Mounting: Attaches to umbrellastyle shafts and works with standard umbrella holders and adapters commonly used with speedlights and studio strobes. Practical use scenarios Portrait photography: Create soft, flattering light for headshots and lifestyle portraits while maintaining a natural round catchlight in the eyes. Onlocation event coverage: Use with an offcamera speedlight to control spill and highlight the subject without washing out the background. Product and small set photography: Deliver even, controllable illumination for product shots or tabletop scenes; attach the grid to isolate the subject from the backdrop. What makes it stand out The combination of an octagonal softbox surface with a removable honeycomb grid offers both the flattering quality of soft light and the precision of a directional modifier. Easy setup and collapse for photographers who need reliable light shaping on the move. Compatible with common umbrellastyle mounting systems for flexible use across multiple lighting setups. Package notes Includes softbox with removable grid and diffusion panel. Requires umbrellacompatible shaft or adapter and a light stand or flash adapter for mounting.