Westcott 43" Soft Silver Collapsible Umbrella

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4.1

based on 30 reviews  

from $17.50 - $20.80

 

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★★★★☆
4.2

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$17.50 at Adorama

 

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Pros

  • Lightweight (17)
  • Easy setup (15)
  • Reliable (7)
  • Consistent (5)
  • Attach securely (4)
  • Durable (3)
  • Good color value (2)
  • Portable (2)
  • Compact (1)
  • Efficient reflection (1)
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Cons

  • Flimsy (3)
  • Lack of power (3)
  • Unreliable (2)
  • Cheaply made (1)
  • Color is grey not silver (1)
  • Way too dark (1)

Best Uses

  • Strobe lighting (11)
  • Artificial lighting (10)
  • Portraits (10)
  • Indoor (8)
  • Photography (8)
  • General purpose (6)
  • Weddings (5)
  • Low light (4)
  • Night time (3)
  • Outdoors (3)
 
 
 

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Umbrella - Soft Silver, Collapsible Compact - 43"

Specification Description
Model 2002
UPC 817967020022
Select 41" to 60" Umbrellas

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Westcott 43" Soft Silver Collapsible Umbrella

$20.80

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Product Reviews

Last update: Nov 16, 2009

Westcott 43" Soft Silver Collapsible Umbrella Reviews

 
 
 

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[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

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[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
★★★★☆
4.0
Good alternative to softboxes

"This is a good portable umbrella to take on location photography. If you are a Strobist, then this is a good item to have in your arsenal. The light output has more contrast than a white diffused umbrella or softbox. Personally, I like the harsher look than a diffused soft light. It is also more efficient than a white umbrella (which loses a few stops) so you don't lose too much light when you use your hot-s..." Read Full Review »

Jul 22, 2008 by Nikkorray

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★★★☆☆
3.0
Beautiful light, fragile design

"The light that these guys put out is really impressive...the soft silver finish ends up producing a look closer to a traditional white umbrella with just a touch more pop, really flattering and versatile. However the design means the support ribs are slimmer than many and bear more tension, making these very, very fragile. Most umbrellas can survive being knocked over lightly at least once, whereas I've lost t..." Read Full Review »

Apr 08, 2008 by Shatterkiss

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Westcott 43" Soft Silver Collapsible Umbrella Review

awesome product

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Easy Setup
  • Lightweight

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Portraits
  • Strobe Lighting
  • Weddings
 

"this product is well-built, strong...actually, i ordered the wrong one (wanted to get a removable black cover). But, I love the weight (a little heavier than I expect), easy to storage...therefore, I decide to keep this one. "

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Nov 16 2009
wen
los angeles, ca
I am:
  • Pro Photographer
Reviewed at:
Price: $20.80
 

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Westcott 43" Soft Silver Collapsible Umbrella Review

Good alternative to softboxes

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Attach Securely
  • Efficient Reflection
  • Portable

    Cons

  • Flimsy

    Best Uses

  • General Use
  • Indoors
  • Outdoors
 

"This is a good portable umbrella to take on location photography. If you are a Strobist, then this is a good item to have in your arsenal.



The light output has more contrast than a white diffused umbrella or softbox. Personally, I like the harsher look than a diffused soft light. It is also mo …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jul 22 2008
Nikkorray
Denver, CO
I am:
  • Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Reviewed at:
Price: $20.80
 

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Westcott 43" Soft Silver Collapsible Umbrella Review

Beautiful light, fragile design

★★★☆☆
3.0

    Pros

  • Good Color Value

    Cons

  • Flimsy
  • Weak

    Best Uses

  • General Use
  • Indoors
  • Outdoors
 

"The light that these guys put out is really impressive...the soft silver finish ends up producing a look closer to a traditional white umbrella with just a touch more pop, really flattering and versatile.



However the design means the support ribs are slimmer than many and bear more tension, makin …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Apr 8 2008
Shatterkiss
Brooklyn, NY
I am:
  • Professional
Reviewed at:
Price: $20.80
 

Westcott 43" Soft Silver Collapsible Umbrella Review

Excellent collapsible umbrella

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Easy Setup
  • Lightweight
  • Reliable

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Artificial Lighting
  • Photography
  • Portraits
  • Strobe Lighting
 

"Learned about this umbrella through the strobist blog site and purchased it after seeing so many fastastic examples of one light images.



Adoroma was the only place who had inventory on hand, I was a bit concerned that it was on both sides and not black on the outside like the ones pictured on B&H …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jan 21 2008
Epiha
San Jose, Ca
I am:
  • Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Reviewed at:
Price: $17.50
 
 

Westcott 43" Soft Silver Collapsible Umbrella Review

Umbrella

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Attach Securely

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • General Use
  • Indoors
  • Low Light
  • Night Time
  • Special Events
 

"I love the light produced by umbrellas. It will add so much dimension to you subject. The umbrella is great, its packs down really small so it fits into a small case. I work with light gear on the move constantly so doing quick portraits is a dream with this. The only problem with umbrellas of cours …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jun 17 2008
Brian Feulner
Sacramento, CA
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  • Professional
Reviewed at:
Price: $20.80
 
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