Profoto RFi 3ft Octa Softbox 36-inch
Octagonal 36-inch softbox produces natural, wrapping light with a catch light that mimics the human eye for flattering portraits
- Product typeLighting Modifiers
- Natural catch lights from octagonal shape
- Soft, even illumination via front diffuser and inner baffle
- Broad 36-inch coverage ideal for portrait and fashion work
- Durable construction built for professional studio and location use
- Compatible with extensive range of strobe lights
Essential Portrait Lighting Tool
The Profoto 3ft RFi Octa Softbox is designed for photographers who need natural, wrapping light for portrait, fashion, and beauty work. Its octagonal shape creates a distinctive catch light that mirrors the human eye for flattering results.
Build Integration and Portability
This modifier attaches to a wide range of strobe heads via a compatible speedring, integrating directly into existing flash systems. The 36 diameter provides a broad, even source while remaining manageable for confined studios or on-location shoots.
Light Quality and Control Limits
The included front diffuser and inner baffle allow precise adjustment of intensity and spread for soft, diffused output. The fixed 36 size limits maximum coverage for large groups or very wide scenes where a larger source would be required.
How it compares
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- Price $171.99
- Pricier than about 79% of the 3,696 comparable items (median $57.99).
Specifications
| Product | |
|---|---|
| Brand name | Profoto |
| Product type | Lighting Modifiers |
Questions about this item
How large is the 36-inch octagonal softbox when fully assembled?
The softbox measures 36 inches across its diagonal, providing a broad, even light source for portrait and fashion work.
Does the softbox generate heat during extended shooting sessions?
The modifier itself produces no heat; temperature depends entirely on the strobe or continuous light mounted inside it.
Which speedring or mount do I need to attach this softbox to my flash head?
It requires a Profoto RFi speedring matched to your specific strobe brand — Profoto, Broncolor, Elinchrom, Bowens, or other supported mounts.
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