What Soft box to buy in 2024- Aputure vs Nanlite

In this video I'll compare 4 different soft boxes. This video will help you make the right choice if you're considering one of these soft boxes. I really think the Aputure SE is the right choice for most people who are starting out in their lighting journey. The SE is the best choice if you want to save money. It's also the best travel friendly soft box. If you need a larger soft box you should consider the "Lightdome iii". It has the most advanced design allowing you to quickly set up and not fuss with the rods that come with the "LightDome SE". The "Nanlite 90" should be considered if you want a larger soft box. The Nanlite grid is a bit larger than the aputure grids so the "Directional effect" isn't as strong with the Nanlite. I prefer the smaller squares of the aputure grid. Finally the "SunPower Pluto" Beauty dish soft box is a very unique design and look. Because of the beauty dish you'll technically lose light output but the effect is beautiful. If you're also a "beauty portrait" photographer you might consider this option.

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Aputure Amaran 300c
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Aputure Amaran 150c
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Lightdome SE
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Lightdome iii
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Nanlite 90 Parabolic
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*My Studio Gear:*

Camera- Sony a7siii
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Lens- Sony 16-35 f2.8 GM
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Lens Filter- Tiffen Black Pro Mist 1/8
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Variable ND filters Polar Pro Peter McKinnon
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Mini Tripod- Leofoto MT-03
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Cheaper Sony camera option
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Fujifilm XS20
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My studio mic
Deity VO-7U https://amzn.to/3Ps2YwN

My Studio lights
Aputure F21c https://amzn.to/3VBexWd
Aputure PT2c https://amzn.to/3IZG6ks
Aputure MC Pro https://amzn.to/4ci0QBE

Zhiyun C100 https://amzn.to/48XKRFY
Zhiyun G200 https://amzn.to/49eQrEd
Zhiyun G60 https://amzn.to/3TFxENx

*Rigging Gear:*
VariPole
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C-Stand
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Cheaper C-Stand
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