Softbox vs Umbrella, Don’t Make This Rookie Mistake!

Don't make this mistake when you buy your first modifier. We're going to take a look at a square soft box, a round soft box and an umbrella. Which one is best for you? Don't waste your money! Buy the right thing the first time. Take a look at the video and let us know which you prefer! Westcott 36" Rapid Box Switch Octa-M: https://www.fjwestcott.com/products/rapid-box-switch-octa-m?_pos=2&_psq=36%22+rapid+box&_ss=e&_v=1.0&sca_ref=2860291.nGJy3bTrXJ Westcott Rapid Box Switch 2'x3' Softbox https://www.fjwestcott.com/products/rapid-box-switch-2x3?sca_ref=2860291.nGJy3bTrXJ Westcott 45” Convertible Umbrella - Optical White Satin with Removable Black Cover  https://www.fjwestcott.com/products/45-white-satin-umbrella-with-removable-black-cover?sca_ref=2860291.nGJy3bTrXJ Go to TheSlantedLens.com and sign up for our newsletter to get discounts on Westcott gear! https://theslantedlens.com/ SHOW US SOME LOVE! SUBSCRIBE! Subscribe to The Slanted Lens and get new videos every week: http://bit.ly/1RgdYoM SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR SPONSOR FJ WESTCOTT: https://www.fjwestcott.com/?sca_ref=2860291.nGJy3bTrXJ Support The Slanted Lens by shopping our affiliate links: B&H: Weekly Photography Deals & More: https://bhpho.to/2AxlpH2 Amazon: http://amzn.to/1T7Z20D Follow The Slanted Lens- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theslantedlens Twitter: https://twitter.com/theslantedlens Instagram: https://instagram.com/theslantedlens Visit the webpage: http://theslantedlens.com Visit our SPONSORS Tamron Lenses: http://bit.ly/2mZgkoz SKB: http://www.skbcases.com/ Westcott: https://www.fjwestcott.com/?sca_ref=2860291.nGJy3bTrXJ Triple Scoop Music: http://www.triplescoopmusic.com TSL Store: http://theslantedlens.com/tsl-store/ Timestamps: 00:00 Softbox vs Umbrella 00:26 Why You Need a Modifier 01:10 First Modifier - Square or Rectangle Softbox 02:36 Shooting with Horizontal Softbox 03:26 Octo-dome Softbox 03:33 SKB Cases - Yasi - What’s In My SKB Case 04:34 Westcott 36” Octa Box 05:25 Shoot Through Umbrella 07:21 Umbrella with Black cover and Bounce Light 08:56 Compare Different Light Modifiers 09:31 Mistake Most People Make For First Purchase --- GEAR USED: Canon C200 B&H: https://bhpho.to/2FJaH8d Amazon: https://amzn.to/34aYAbJ Canon 24-70 2.8 B&H: https://bhpho.to/2OCKjgl Amazon: https://amzn.to/2O871PH Sony A7 RIII B&H: https://bhpho.to/2DZYHut Amazon: https://amzn.to/2QFH0Zu Canon EOS R B&H: https://bhpho.to/2roExVE Amazon: https://amzn.to/2QEnk8s Tamron 24-70mm 2.8 G2 B&H: https://bhpho.to/2J2wp4j Amazon: https://amzn.to/2KCVw0v Tamron 28-75 2.8 B&H: https://bhpho.to/2FsWNno Amazon: https://amzn.to/2KJ3rcD Tamron 17-28 2.8 B&H: https://bhpho.to/2ItePur Amazon: https://amzn.to/37qnWVh Sennheiser G4 Wireless Lav B&H: https://bhpho.to/2BrOeei Amazon: https://amzn.to/2Mreesc Discounts: 15% off Lens Pro To Go www.lensprotogo.com Use Discount Code: SLANTEDLENS15 $10 off Luminar by Skylum https://macphun.evyy.net/c/2073517/645023/3255 Use Discount Code: LuminarTSL10 __ The Slanted Lens is a photography and video YouTube channel where we feature photography and lighting tutorials, camera reviews, photo and video related product reviews and industry business tips. Our founder, Jay P. Morgan, has been working as a Commercial Photographer and Film Director/DP in the Los Angeles area for more than 30 years developing an impressive list of clients from Paramount to McDonald's. Jay P.'s experience with elaborate set design and extensive lighting are key to the success of his illustrative work. Jay P has also taught college level photography and video courses for many years. He is happy to share his knowledge with you. Join us by subscribing and asking questions that we are happy to answer!