Westcott Standard Umbrella Soft Silver Bounce 81cm (32")
The Westcott Standard Umbrella Soft Silver Bounce is a simple, reliable way to shape and control your light, whether you are working in the studio or on location. Designed to bounce light back onto your subject, it helps maximise output while still delivering a softened, flattering look. The soft silver interior gives you a little more contrast and punch than a white umbrella, making it a great all-round choice for portraits and product photography. Built with durable fabrics, flexible fibreglass ribs and a strong steel shaft, it is made to stand up to regular use.
The Perfect Light Modifier For
- Portrait photographers wanting soft light with a touch more contrast than a white umbrella.
- Product photographers lighting small to medium setups, such as a 91 x 122 cm tabletop scene.
- Studio shooters looking for a fast, fuss free modifier that sets up in seconds.
- Location photographers who need something lightweight, durable and easy to transport.
Key Features
- Soft silver interior for efficient light bounce with slightly harder light than white
- 81 cm diameter, ideal for headshots and small product setups
- Maximises light output and effective working distance
- Durable fibreglass ribs for flexibility and strength
- Strong steel shaft for long term reliability
- 8mm to 7mm tapered tip for wide compatibility with lighting heads
- Suitable for flash and continuous lighting
- Rated safe up to 1000 W with hot lights
- Quick setup and pack down
- Supplied with a protective PVC carry case
Soft Silver Bounce Explained
Umbrellas are a classic lighting tool for a reason. They soften, broaden and reduce the intensity of light from flash or tungsten sources while remaining quick and intuitive to use. A soft silver interior sits between white and full silver finishes, offering a balance of softness and efficiency. Compared to white, it delivers a little more contrast and output, making it easier to control spill and maintain punch.
Umbrella size and surface choice depend on both subject size and the power of your light source. At 81 cm, this umbrella is well suited to single person portraits and compact product setups, giving you consistent, flattering results without taking up excessive space.
What’s Included
- 1 x Westcott Standard Umbrella Soft Silver Bounce 81 cm
- 1 x PVC carry case
TFC’s Verdict:
This is a dependable, no nonsense umbrella that earns its place in almost any lighting kit. The soft silver finish makes it especially useful when you want efficient light output without the harsher look of a full silver umbrella. It is quick to set up, tough enough for regular use, and versatile enough for portraits, products and general studio work. If you want an affordable modifier that simply works and gives you predictable results every time, this Westcott umbrella is an easy recommendation.
MPN: 2004
