Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Do we know of the difference in quality( light quality and build quality) between the new OCF range compared to RFI?I know they are designed to be more portable but at what cost?I can't find any reviews online yet.Cheers

A: The light quality should be similar to the light quality to the RFi light modifiers. Due to the intent of the Profoto B1 and B2 lights (designed for mobility or photographers on the move), the Profoto OCF light modifiers are designed to be much lighter, and are made from strong glass fiber. It was also designed specifically for these light fixtures, which use LED modeling lights instead of the brighter (and much hotter) halogen modeling lights used with Profoto's other studio light fixtures. However, due to the construction material of the OCF light modifiers, they cannot handle the heat of the halogen modeling lights, which the RFi light modifiers were designed for and are better apt to handle the heat. As stated, the light quality may be identical (or at the least, similar) to the RFi light modifiers. The build quality does differ, as the OCF modifiers are more lightweight (and the material make them more economical as well), but they are simply not recommended for use with all Profoto equipment; instead, they are recommended only for Profoto's OCF system. (Do note the B1 and B2 lights can accept all Profoto light modifiers, including the RFi system; it is just the reverse is not so.)

Q: 2. hello, could you please help me choose an adaptor that I could use to pair my Profoto A1 and a Profoto OCF Softbox Octa 2’ or any other Profoto soft light modifier that isn’t an umbrella?

A: You may purchase the Profoto OCF Adapter, B&H # PROCFA • MFR # 101130, to use OCF light modifiers such as the Profoto OCF Octa Softbox (2') with the Profoto A1 AirTTL Studio Light.

Q: 3. Are there replacement rods available? They need to be secured in transport or you will lose them :)

A: yes, just contact Profoto service. 973.822.1300

Q: 4. is this compatible with Elinchrom One and Three?

A: The Profoto OCF Softbox Octa (36") is compatible on the Elinchrom One and Three. They use Profoto connections with the included adapter. Note the softbox does not come with a speedring. You need this ring, https://bhpho.to/3TxQkzd.

Q: 5. Does OCF series work with RFi Speedlight Speedring?

A: Absolutely NOT. The softbox will be damaged. The RFI speeding is significantly larger and will significantly over bend the rods of the OCF soft boxes. DO NOT USE. I learned the hard way by trying and I am still trying to bend the rods of the OCF softball to their original straightness.

Q: 6. How small does this soft box pack down and how long is the longest rod?

A: Inside the carrying case, the whole thing is 27 long, 6 wide and folds relatively flat. The rods are all 26 long.

Q: 7. Would this softbox also fit the Profoto D1? Thanks.

A: While this can fit a Profoto D1, it is not recommended for use with it due to the heat given off by the modeling lamp.

Q: 8. Can this be used on the B10?

A: As long as you have the speedring https://bhpho.to/2YE8Ee9 it will work nicely.

Q: 9. Will this used on the Profoto Speedlight Speedring?

A: You need special speeding for this modifier.

Q: 10. Do you need to purchase the speed ring for this? I have a B1.

A: Yes ocf speed ring is needed and it sold separately...