Godox Softbox & Modifier Comparison | Which One Should You Get?

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In this video, we will be going through the different softboxes and modifiers from Godox! With the plethora or shapes and sizes, we will be going through the different uses of each of them to see which one would be most suitable for different types of shoots!
We'll do a field test and show you results of each of the modifiers so you can see the comparisons! You can shop all the products mentioned on our website below!
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0:00 Start
0:42 Introduction
1:52 Collapsible Lantern Softbox
*65cm Lantern: bit.ly/2OdJyj2
*65cm Skirt: bit.ly/3qAOdbU
*85cm Lantern: bit.ly/3lc9OGn
*85cm Skirt: bit.ly/3qCDxJw
3:23 Umbrella Lighting Diffuser - 40": bit.ly/38vBBwj
4:13 Collapsible Octagon Softbox (SB-UE)
*120cm Octabox: bit.ly/3kDzL05
5:27 Rectangle Softbox (SB-FW)
*Rectangle Softbox: bit.ly/3cig7UR
6:50 Umbrella Softbox (SB-UBW)
*80cm: bit.ly/3mPn97P
*95cm: bit.ly/3l3ujVy
*120cm: bit.ly/3cmOXME
7:46 Parabolic Softbox (P90L, P90H, P120L, P120H)
*P90L: bit.ly/3qcIMzo
*P90H: bit.ly/2OKB56t
*P120L: bit.ly/38tdsGB
*P120H: bit.ly/3qEdVfo
9:02 Parabolic Umbrella Modifier: bit.ly/30uQBGf
9:50 Product Specs Table
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Пікірлер: 106

@tommytexter4054 2 жыл бұрын

I love Godox products! I have 10 of them in total now. Flash: AD200 Pro, V860III, MS300 Trigger: X2T-fuji, Xpro-Sony Modifier: UB-85W umbrella softbox, UE 80cm Octagon softbox, QR-P120 parabolic softbox Continuous LED: SL-60 and 2x TL-30 Great value for the money. I know it is not as good as Profoto, Aperture and other big names out there. But it is a really good entry point for us photographer to get into the game. It creates a decent enough light that most regular clients will not notice a difference. While learning and making money, you can invest into those Pro gear later that can suit the commercial needs.

@syntheticify 4 ай бұрын

Hi Tommy. Mind if I ask you a question or 2? 1. What is your take on one getting the ms300 and using it as their only light? 2. If one was looking to get 1 versatile softbox, which would you recommend? I'm starting out with studio photography and looking for an easy entry.

@aimanshafiq9582 2 жыл бұрын

I love this channel,really help me choosing new gear and lighting equipment 👍

@lIlIIllIIllIlIIIIl 2 жыл бұрын

Thankyou for the video This one is the best I have ever seen on YT!

@hypop 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it!

@TheAllstarfl811 Жыл бұрын

This video was so helpful cause I just purchased one and it’s arrived today!

@hypop Жыл бұрын

Glad it helped!

@jadawillis99 3 жыл бұрын

Needed this video! Thank you!

@hypop 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@lievenm2661 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so very much for this thorough input which has clarified so much in my walk towards off cam flash photo.

@hypop Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@bala1000mina Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the very informative video!

@ConnectFork 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant, guys. Thank you

@Thefariashoots 3 жыл бұрын

You are amazing man! Thank you 👍🏻

@hypop 3 жыл бұрын

Happy to help!

@chafrewilcha 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent, excellent, excellent!!!

@hypop 3 жыл бұрын

Many thanks!

@frankluo230 2 жыл бұрын

The parabolic umbrella is the most interesting one.

@firatsonworks 2 жыл бұрын

me to

@ecitizenmichael 3 жыл бұрын

Very helpful, thanks

@dat2ra Жыл бұрын

I have a studio and usually use large octos with a collapsible speed ring. The octo folds flat like a taco and is easy to hang on my wall, extending only about 3 inches. To set up, unfold, and snap into place. EZ!

@mohedinhawa5336 3 жыл бұрын

Love your Videos... very educational. Just a quick question, if i need to replace a rod or two for the Parabolic Umbrella will i manage to get one and who sell them?

@Bryan-lu4du 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for breaking them down. Which one might be the quickest to assemble and disassemble for outdoor shoots? I would like one option for soft light and one option for crisper contrasty light if possible. I have an AD 600 Pro coming as my light Thanks!

@anchorstudios_ 10 ай бұрын

Insightful!

@gabrysgabriukas 2 жыл бұрын

Nice presentation! What soft box or umbrella you would you recomend for v1 flash to use in outdoors?

@baryjonas5714 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you :) what is your recommendation for a V1 and an AD100pro if I want to use the softox or an umbrella? I really like to move around to take pictures

@BJJgurl Жыл бұрын

I like the rectangular soft boxes. Not much of the light is wasted or thrown out while giving very even coverage.

@veselinvasilev9362 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@poikatiikeri 3 жыл бұрын

Would you recommend AD-S85S or SB-GUE120+S2 bracket for the ad400 pro? Is there a quality difference? I like Rembrandt lighting and do on location shoots mainly. Thank you

@PedroGarcia-bp9he 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the superhelpful video. Can anyone recommend the most suitable type of softbox for photographing artworks ? Example Canvas on white wall

@Robert-en6cs Жыл бұрын

why the umbrellas are sized in inch and the parabolic umbrella modifier in cm? Please use always both systems and keep the information which one exactly is used for the shown pictures in the corner of the screen

@creativechugh 2 жыл бұрын

I saw that the fibre are light weight but didn't last long ! Broke too easily in SB-UBW-80cm broke rods in 3 months , can we reapir them ? As spending on equipments arent too much easy.

@MACODJ 2 жыл бұрын

How can you have those nice background light? Do you have a video about those settings?

@PaulRamen 2 жыл бұрын

I did a test, wondering if it was worth it to only use the bigger diffusion of their softboxes and remove the inner one to maximize light output. Results : not worth it Only two tenth of a stop gained at 1m, and a significant hotspot in the middle that is uncomfortable to look at. (tested on a Godow SZ200Bi + SB-GUE120) Btw in the naming I believe UE and GUE are the same only G come with the grid.

@badhabit714 3 жыл бұрын

Just ordered the SB-FW, had no idea they were so tall.

@PranavMaheshwariDon 2 жыл бұрын

Which is a good modifier for Newborn shoots?

@michalsierzchula 3 жыл бұрын

Ok, I have a non collapsible octa 120, no velcro, diffuser is mounted over the edge, and I need the grid for it. Can't find it anywhere, only the velcro ones for a collapsible octa.

@andreycanon8929 2 жыл бұрын

4:35 Is there a video about the detailed assembly of sb-uf ?

@JoshuaJEnriquez 3 жыл бұрын

You guys are awesome! If only there was a Hypop branch in the Philippines, i'd really patronize your store.

@kotetszu1570 3 жыл бұрын

Same

@hypop 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the support Joshua! Who knows what the future holds :)

@vikassutariya8323 3 жыл бұрын

Hey thanks for making this video really helpful

@hypop 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@SergeantKongo 8 ай бұрын

Nice videos! How would I mount an umbrella diffusor on the Godox M600D, it seems there is no umbrealla mount on KnowLED products?

@hypop 7 ай бұрын

Thanks! That's correct, there's no umbrella mount on the Knowled series. They've been designed to primarily use Bowens mount modifiers.

@dougieboy192 2 жыл бұрын

No example photos for the octagon softboxes?

@tejateju7032 3 жыл бұрын

Which modifier is good for portrait photography and outdoor shoots? And what is the use of grids?? Thank you

@Metalfreakz17 2 жыл бұрын

With Grids you can steer the light more. It causes to spread out less and focus more on one place.

@xeretsu 3 жыл бұрын

Wish you guys also included their beauty dishes. Nice video,anyway.

@hypop 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback. We'll be sure to review them in a future video!

@thewild001 Жыл бұрын

Have. Godox 860bii what would be best setup for portraits?

@sunrise_sunshine 2 жыл бұрын

Really informative video thanks for making the video. I have a question, I am thinking of buying softbox for my Godox SK-400 II light, so I am confused between 1. Rectangle Softbox (SB-FW) and 2. Parabolic Softbox (P90L, P90H, P120L, P120H). Mostly I will be shooting products and occasionally family members and kids. Which one should I consider for both usage. Thanks so much in advance for your help.

@hypop 2 жыл бұрын

Using a Parabolic or Octagon softbox will be the most versatile, something like the SB-FW-120 or SB-FW-95 or perhaps the P90L.

@christianfiore5193 3 жыл бұрын

After a week reading articles and watching video i finally found what i was looking for. I need to buy a softbox and i was thinking the P120H to use for outdoor photography within the Godox VL200 or VL300. Any suggestion? is the VL200 enough or i will need the 300 version? Do you know the distance between the model and the softbox with such lights? Thank you, Christian

@hypop 3 жыл бұрын

It really depends on the available lighting outside. If it's a bright day, continuous lighting may not have such an impact as compared to a flash. In lower light situations it should fair better. We'd definitely suggest to go with the stronger VL-300 if your budget allows, as you can never have enough light!

@christianfiore5193 3 жыл бұрын

@@hypop Thank you for your help. Christian

@bendrover Жыл бұрын

I have 2 x E45 godox lights. They are so bright on 1 percent and im only 1 meter away. Im hoping a soft box will help. I dont know anything lol

@ItsMe-dr9hb Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video which modifier with bowens mount would you recommend for product photography?

@hypop Жыл бұрын

Depending on the type of products an Octagon softbox should cover most bases but if you're shooting longer objects such as bottles then a stripbox would be a better option.

@samchuks9299 3 жыл бұрын

Good analysis. Please I really need your advise, in a two light setup, what size of Octagon and Rectangular softbox is Ideal for headshots, half-body and full-length portraits?

@hypop 3 жыл бұрын

Rule of thumb is the larger the modifier the softer and wider the spread of light. So we tend to go for larger modifiers such as a 120cm Octagon softbox and 70x100 rectangle softbox (or larger).

@oneeyedphotographer Жыл бұрын

I have a GODOX 60x90 umbrella softbox. No part number on it, that I can see.

@ac4pres310 Жыл бұрын

Hi there, thanks for the great video. I have gone with the SB-UE120 and mounted it on my SL-60W. Can you please recommend a stand for this combo? I have tried and failed to keep this steady with two light stands already, they were both bending forward under the weight of the light & big softbox and also the feet did not seem to support it very well and threatened to fall at any second so I started researching again but they all kind of look the same as those I have so... Any help appreciated, thanks in advance! 😊

@spiritualblessings369 6 ай бұрын

Use a sandbag

@udaypamphilos 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Sir, thanks for the detailed explanation and sample shots. I have a question - I am a beginner photographer from India and I was asked by a fashion startup company to shoot their apparel with models/mannequins in the studio. Our budget is very limited and I am looking at Godox AD300 Pro with a 120 CM Octabox as my key light. I already have a Godox TT685 and a small softbox which I can use as a rim/hair light or as a secondary source to light up the background. Could you please suggest if the AD300Pro and 120 CM Octobox would be enough to light up head to toe shots? Please suggest.

@hypop 2 жыл бұрын

Hi there, yes a 120cm Octabox should be suitable for head to toe with the AD300Pro. Ideally you would have two lights on either side of your model for even lighting. You would need to use the Godox S2 Bowens bracket to use with the AD300Pro if you're looking at a 120cm Octagon Softbox with Bowens softbox.

@Spirit_Pixxelmaster 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for that Video !!

@hypop 3 жыл бұрын

It's our pleasure!

@atheist86 2 жыл бұрын

click the link up above ? i dont see any link !

@shashikantmule1387 2 жыл бұрын

Video for setting up an Umbrella Parabolic soft box.

@panyiaxiong82 Жыл бұрын

I wish you would have photo samples available for each modifier.

@hypop Жыл бұрын

We go through different types of lighting modifiers and show photo examples,some of which are Godox softboxes from this video here: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/a9WZd6t1076udo0.html&ab_channel=Hypop

@anulearntech 3 жыл бұрын

which one is great for versatility from portrait to product - like the holy grail of modifiers for any job?

@hypop 3 жыл бұрын

We have to say the octabox with/without a grid is perhaps our most used modifier. Can be used for portrait or product. Full body or cropped shots.

@anulearntech 3 жыл бұрын

@@hypop just yesterday I read about the parabolic reflector with diffuser and grid with adjustable flash distance from reflector. Some say its more versatile.

@SPOONFULOFFICIAL 2 жыл бұрын

i am a beginner and want to use soft box continuous light for product photography for my ecommerce website mainly clothing photography....i saw a 60x60 square softbox kindly suggest if i should buy or not?

@N13J Жыл бұрын

Maybe it’s too late but I would highly recommend the lantern softbox for continuous lighting. I find it to be the most natural light for video.

@omnimultimedia 2 жыл бұрын

Sincere appreciation for this Educational tips. Thanks and God bless you. I'd really appreciate a private medium with you Christian.

@hedgehogenglish 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot!

@Vidzhut 2 жыл бұрын

Do you reccomend FW soft box to light green screen? Does it work like kinoflow?

@hypop 2 жыл бұрын

The FW softbox is the assemble version. If you're wanting to produce more of a strip light then look at the SB-FW-30120 or SB-FW-35160 which will be perfect to light a green screen. It all comes down to the shape the lighting modifier will offer you and how big your green screen is.

@salemsaleh6251 3 жыл бұрын

Whate size of parabolic umbrella was used in this shot?

@hypop 3 жыл бұрын

We used the 85cm parabolic umbrella here

@sylbestian Жыл бұрын

What flash unit did u used for the Godox octagon sb-ue ???

@hypop Жыл бұрын

We were using the Godox QT600IIM

@neerajkhattry5946 3 жыл бұрын

I am looking for parabolic umbrella soft box 130 cm silver does it come grid

@neerajkhattry5946 3 жыл бұрын

Or any of the parabolic umbrella come with grip

@MosesVlogs 3 жыл бұрын

In India how can I buy it ? You got any websites infos if so plz guide me .

@hypop 3 жыл бұрын

You can visit our website hypop.com.au! If you need international shipping information, you can email us at sales@hypop.com.au

@Bose24 2 жыл бұрын

I Have Godox SK400 What is the use of usb of socket My Request can u plz clear the question sir..

@hypop 2 жыл бұрын

The USB socket is to support the legacy Godox receivers such as the FTR-16 and XTR-16.

@dab7963 Жыл бұрын

Great videos

@harikumar-cg4bj Жыл бұрын

valuable information

@daemon1143 3 жыл бұрын

I like Godox modifiers, but until they can be bothered to update their trigger and strobe systems to full compatibility with Canon mirrorless bodies, I'll look elsewhere.

@Rohitkumar-hn5og 3 жыл бұрын

which softbox is best for creating videos like on youtbe

@realthoprivate 3 жыл бұрын

Good overview. I would note however, that Godox strip boxes are quite useless. Very poor light distribution - at least half of the height is wasted, as the light is emitted almost entirely around the hotspot in the middle. I measured 4 stops lower light 10cm from the edge compared to the middle (120x30 cm box). You get absolutely no benefit of the large size - there is almost no light left when you reach the edges. I wish you would take a photo of the softboxes directly from the front, so we can see how evenly the light spreads. Typically here, the low end brands suffer a bit compared to the professionals.

@madhumenon 2 жыл бұрын

Interesting. What light were you using with it?