What softbox works well with a small hotshoe flash like a Canon 430EX?
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I’m looking for a softbox to use with a small speedlight such as a Canon Speedlite 430EX. What are good options, and what should I consider when choosing one? I’m also open to alternatives if a softbox isn’t the best fit.
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Lastolite make an ezybox which is pretty "good" but it really depends on how you term "good". Do you want:
- Small when collapsed
- Durable and long-lasting
- Big (bigger the light source, the softer the light)
- Affordable?
Have you also considered just using a shoot-through unbrella?
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A good softbox for a small hotshoe flash depends on your priorities: portability, durability, size, and cost. In general, a larger light source gives softer light, but larger modifiers are less compact.
From the community suggestions, the Lastolite Ezybox is a strong option for speedlights, with one user specifically recommending the 60x60cm version as versatile and even compact when packed. The LumiQuest Softbox III was also mentioned as a speedlight-friendly option, though more as a smaller, simpler modifier.
Another approach is using a hotshoe bracket/adapter so your flash can mount to a standard softbox. If portability and simplicity matter most, you might also consider a shoot-through umbrella instead of a softbox, since umbrellas are often easier and faster to set up.
So the practical answer is:
- For a dedicated speedlight softbox: Lastolite Ezybox is a well-regarded choice.
- For compact/simple use: LumiQuest Softbox III.
- For easiest setup and value: shoot-through umbrella.
- For more flexibility: a hotshoe adapter with a regular softbox.
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