Softbox vs Umbrella, Don’t Make This Rookie Mistake!

Don't make this mistake when you buy your first modifier. We're going to take a look at a square soft box, a round soft box and an umbrella. Which one is best for you? Don't waste your money! Buy the right thing the first time. Take a look at the video and let us know which you prefer!

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Timestamps:
00:00 Softbox vs Umbrella
00:26 Why You Need a Modifier
01:10 First Modifier - Square or Rectangle Softbox
02:36 Shooting with Horizontal Softbox
03:26 Octo-dome Softbox
03:33 SKB Cases - Yasi - What’s In My SKB Case
04:34 Westcott 36” Octa Box
05:25 Shoot Through Umbrella
07:21 Umbrella with Black cover and Bounce Light
08:56 Compare Different Light Modifiers
09:31 Mistake Most People Make For First Purchase

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