| Paul C. Buff, Inc. Technical Forum http://www.paulcbuff-techforum.com/ |
|
| Octabox VS Soft Silver PLM http://www.paulcbuff-techforum.com/viewtopic.php?f=8&t=4534 |
Page 1 of 1 |
| Author: | JacquiWyatt [ Wed Aug 13, 2014 12:42 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Octabox VS Soft Silver PLM |
I just acquired a White Lightning x800 and x1600 and looking to accessorize. I am trying to decide between the Octabox or the PLM Umbrella. I will be mainly using it for studio work of dogs and dogs with their humans. Originally, I was leaning towards the 35" Octabox and possibly getting a grid to go with it but wanted to ask for any opinions on the two. Thank you |
|
| Author: | Technical Support [ Wed Aug 13, 2014 3:02 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Octabox VS Soft Silver PLM |
If you get a Soft Silver PLM with a white front diffusion fabric (WFDF), then that and the octabox are going to be very similar, with the PLM being more circular. The octabox can then be gridded for a tighter light pattern, but maintain a soft diffused light. The PLM cannot be gridded, but the WFDF can be removed for a tighter beam spread, but with more contrast and specular highlights. I personally like the Soft Silver PLM due to its versatility, and the look the Soft Silver fabric gives. |
|
| Author: | JacquiWyatt [ Fri Aug 15, 2014 4:54 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Octabox VS Soft Silver PLM |
Thank you, Which size umbrella would you suggest for studio portraits and the on axis or umbrella mount? Most likely not in a big space |
|
| Author: | Technical Support [ Sat Aug 16, 2014 12:51 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Octabox VS Soft Silver PLM |
64" soft silver 8mm shaft version. Very simple, very nice shadows, and just the right size for most work. Pair it with a white diffuser, and you have an exceptionally diverse modifier for different types fo looks. |
|
| Page 1 of 1 | All times are UTC - 6 hours [ DST ] |
| Powered by phpBB® Forum Software © phpBB Group https://www.phpbb.com/ |
|