Reduce the harshness of your on-camera flash unit and soften shadows by equipping it with this large Vello Octa Softbox for Flash (Large, 12")from Vello, which measures 12" in diameter. This convenient modifier produces a soft, almost wrap-around quality of light that is useful in a wide variety of situations, such portraiture, weddings, food, and more. Along with this, the octagonal shape will produce circular catchlights that are very pleasing to the eyes. It also features a foldable inner diffuser for further softening of the light and a reflective silver interior that evenly distributes light while maintaining maximum light output.

Setting up the softbox is simple with an integrated elastic strap with a touch tab fastener that secures around the flash head. Also, it has a strap loop and rubberized mounting tabs that will ensure that the softbox remains securely attached. When not in use, the modifier will fold down flat, and a zippered carrying case is included for travel and storage.

Fits Most On-Camera Flash Units    Reduces Harshness and Softens Shadows    Wraparound Effect & Circular Catchlights    Foldable Inner Diffuser    Reflective Silver Interior    Elastic Strap with Touch Tab Fastener    Strap Loop & Rubberized Mounting Tabs    Folds Flat for Storage    Zippered Carrying Case Included

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. How well does this modifier fit on a Canon speedlight 270EX 11 while on camera?

A: Canon 270ex is a little to small for this modifier

Q: 2. Is it this softbox too heavy to use over the camera with out a stand ?

A: Heavy is not an issue. It is too large to be used on an on-camera flash. This box is ideal for taking photos of close objects on an off-camera flash such as flowers and insects. It significantly reduces the shadows created by only the flash by increasing the angle of incident light on the subject. For an on-camera flash you might consider compromising the effectiveness with a smaller softbox. Not because of weight, but size.

Q: 3. Will this fit a Metz handle mount flash such as the Metz 76 MZ5 ?

A: The Vello Octa Softbox for Portable Flash (Large, 12") has an integrated elastic strap with a touch-tab fastener that secures around the flash head. Also, there is a strap loop and rubberized mounting tabs that will ensure that the softbox remains securely attached. This would work with the Metz mecablitz 76 MZ-5 digital Flash Kit for Olympus/Panasonic Cameras (B&H # ME76MZ5K6).

Q: 4. Will this Softbox fit-work with the Godox TT350o flash unit on camera?

A: No, the Vello Octa Softbox for Portable Flash (Medium, 8") is too large for the Godox TT350o.

Q: 5. Does it fit with YN686EX-RT Speedlite?

A: Probably. I have an SB-600 which is a smaller flash and the opening is way too big. I modified it to make it work.

Q: 6. I'm interested in purchasing the 8 Octa softbox to use with my Nikon SB-700 flash. Does the softbox have any sort of frame inside that keeps its shape or does it collapse into itself? Does it diminish the power level of the flash a lot?

A: This 8 octal soft box does not have any internal support and this causes it to sag a bit since the only thing supporting it is the velcro that closes the strap around the back collar where the soft box attaches to the flat. This could be fixed by adding some velcro to the softball and flash to provide some additional support. I have not tried to do this. You can expect to loose about 2 stops of light to the box, which is about normal since you are diffusing the light by bouncing it around the inside of the soft box. Having made these comments, this soft box does provide a very nice smooth (not harsh) light and creates a beautiful round catchlight in the subjects eyes.

Q: 7. Vello Octa Softbox for Portable Flash (Large, 12") - will this fit a Godox V1 speedlight? The V1 has a round head.

A: That Speedlight is a little to large. It will not be a good fit.

Q: 8. Does the front diffuser cover come off, so it can be used as a bare-bulb flash enhancer?

A: No.

Q: 9. Will this setup fit on a sony a7s?

A: Yes it will. This is compatible with most On-Camera Flash Units.

Q: 10. does this work with westcott fj80ii?

A: The Vello Octa Softbox for Portable Flash (Large, 12") is compatible with the Westcott FJ80 II Touchscreen 80Ws Speedlight.