K&F Concept 5-in-1 Light Reflector 22″(60cm) Photography
K&F Concept 5-in-1 Light Reflector 22″(60cm) Photography Diffuser Collapsible Portable for Studio and Outdoor Lighting Gold Silver White Black Transluce
K&F Concept 22 Inch / 60cm 5-in-1 Light Reflector with Grip
| Size: | 22" (60cm) with Grip |
| Dimensions: | 25 x 25 x 5.7 centimetres |
| Brand: | K&F Concept |
| Model: | KF18.0004 |
| Part: | 18-0004-US |
| Dimensions: | 25 x 25 x 5.7 centimetres |
| Size: | 22" (60cm) with Grip |
The idea of twisting the frame of reflectors isn’t a new one but I still marvel at how something so big manages to fit into such a small carrying case. What is even better here is that the case also holds a reversible cover that zips around the frame to offer more lighting possibilities.
The bare reflector is actually a white diffuser, and the cover is black on one side, silver on the other but if you turn it inside-out, you also have a gold and white reflector. Brilliant!
The reflector is well-made and rigid when deployed. There’s a fair bit of tension in the frame and it’s about 1cm wide which means you can get a good grip on it. The covers have a reversible zip running around them and it runs smoothly without any snags making it quick and easy to change over.
The fun comes when it’s time to pack it away again as there’s a knack to getting it back in its case, one that I haven’t mastered yet, and it takes several attempts to get it right. I just need more practise! Twist and tuck, twist and tuck
Light is critical to photography. From the physics of capturing an image to the rendering of the subject it’s role is composition is critical in so many ways. So being able to manipulate and shape that light is so important to a photographer, and tools like this versatile reflector can make a massive difference to capturing an image.
The reflector comes packed in a compact circular bag. When taking the reflector out it will unfold itself to it’s full 80cm size. This is done via a circular tensioned ring, like you get with pop up tents. To pack it away again it is a case of twisting it to fold it into a smaller diameter circle. This takes a little practice but is actually quite easy once you are used to it. The reflector is made of two parts. An outer cover, which is reversible with white, black, silver and gold panels, and the centre section which is a white translucent diffuser. The overall quality is pretty good. The size is well suited to portrait photography. You may get away with it in a studio environment for full figures but nothing more. My only real criticism is that there are limited ways to mount or support it. A few more eyelets and maybe some Velcro straps would be handy.
A versatile tool that’s perfect for the portrait photographer on the go.
This is a great value large reflector and its very clever that the internals unzip/reverse to provide the five different colour/reflector options.
In its carry bag its only around 30cm across and it is very light weight. I have a couple of reflector umbrellas and while they have their place the small size of this means it fits in my camera bag easily so its not like I’m having to carry extra stuff or pack it especially.
It has took a couple of attempts to fold up each time I’ve gone to put it away but thankfully it does have a little leaflet inside the bag which tells you how to twist it to pack it away. It is dead simple its just one of those things that you can forget or get wrong. – I had a pop up tent once and I still get flashbacks of struggling to pack that away.
But this all works really well, it feels well made and the price it good. Five stars.
A good quality and well made product, and a very useful photography accessory for both novices and seasoned photographers alike!
The reflector set comes enclosed in a convenient carry bag and it’s collapsible for easy transport and storage.
This 5 in 1 reflector set includes gold, silver, white, black, and translucent covers, along with a diffusion panel, offering multiple lighting effects that will cover all your photography sessions.
These reflectors are well-suited for both studio and, because of their portability, outdoor photography, making them a versatile tool for photographers of all levels.
A simple but very useful product for all styles of photography!
All of the reflection options are within the same circular reflector and this is protected by a carry case. The instructions were needed to collapse the item back down but I can see this becoming easier with practice. Overall, a useful item for the photographer in a portable package.
Photography is the art of capturing light and sometimes the scene’s lighting isn’t what you want: too dim or too harsh or…
Flashlights can be very harsh, even when reflected off the ceiling. This enables you to reflect natural light onto your subject, or make the sunlight from a window etc more diffuse. Detachable covers enable you to add a golden yellow tint to the light, have a shinier but – because it’s not entirely flat – textured reflection, or use it to block light instead.
I am amused at the instruction manual which only tells you how to get the opened reflector back in its bag: it’s the classic ‘twist into a figure eight, then compress into three circular layers’ method for things like this and folding flying disks and hair catchers and…
You’ll get it wrong the first few times, but it becomes very easy with practice.
Of course, you already new that if you are considering them so, in a nutshell.
I have yet to be disappointed with K&F Concept, I have a range of there items and they always meet expectations, this is no exception.
Whilst small when folded -see photo for comparison- the reflector opens up not 80cm which I think is the sweet spot when shooting out and about, large enough to be of use whilst not too big as to be cumbersome. (Unless it is windy)
Whilst this is a single panel it utilises a zipper around the edge to allow it to be used to createv5 different light effects covering pretty much every use case you may require.
And of course it is just as useful in the studio as out!
Folding is a relatively simple matter of twisting and forming a circle then placing back in the bag, if it is your first time it may be a little frustrating but you soon get the hang of it, if you have a drone landing mat you will feel immediately at home 😉
A definite recommend.
Great product, exactly as described, and a must-have photography accessory whether you are a beginner or an accomplished photographer!
Arrived on time, packaged well, and ready for immediate use.
Comes in its carry bag, for ease of use, and is collapsible, allowing for quick folding and portable use.
These 5-in-1 Portable Photography Reflectors come with gold, silver, white, black, and translucent covers, and a diffusion panel to provide different light effects for your shooting.
These Reflectors allow for various lighting effects and diffusion options, making them suitable for both studio and outdoor photography and, therefore a versatile tool for any photographer, hobby or otherwise.
Overall these great Light Reflectors are a practical and essential tool for any photographers looking to enhance their lighting setups, or looking to learn the basics of these essential tools.
All great quality, well-made, durable, and a great addition to any kit!
Thanks for a great product!