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The LS 60 Softbox turns the LS 60d or 60x into a compact square source. At 35 cm across, it fits beside a camera or just outside a car window for a close-up. Two interchangeable front cloths let the crew change diffusion without moving the head.
- Face
- 35 × 35 cm
- Mount
- LS 60 Mini Mount
- Grid
- 45°
Compatible fixtures
The supplied speed ring fits the LS 60 Mini Mount on both heads. If you are ordering this kit for a 60d or 60x, specify the dedicated LS 60 ring. A full-size Bowens softbox uses a different adapter on those lights.
Key specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Built size | 35 × 35 cm face, 30 cm deep |
| Packed size | 40 × 20 × 5 cm |
| Total weight | 420 g |
| Frame | Four rods and an LS 60 Mini Mount speed ring |
| Front diffusion | Separate 1.5-stop and 2.5-stop cloths |
| Spill control | 45° fabric grid included |
Choosing between the two front cloths
Aputure rates the two cloths one stop apart. Choose one as the front of the box, then look at the face from the subject position. The focus setting on the head can also change how evenly the box fills.
| Accessory | When to use it |
|---|---|
| 1.5-stop front | Use the lighter cloth when level is tight. Check for a bright patch in the middle, especially in glasses or shiny props. |
| 2.5-stop front | Try the denser cloth when that central reflection is distracting. Recheck exposure after swapping. |
| 45° grid | Add it over the chosen cloth to keep spill off a wall or lens. Check both ends of an actor’s move. |
Practical uses
In a car interior, the box can give the near eye a readable catchlight while the grid keeps the side window darker. For a wider interview, a 35 cm face placed far away will give a harder shadow edge than the same box close to the subject. Check the framing before backing it off.
Rental and used-gear checks
- Count both labelled diffusion cloths, the grid, speed ring, four rods and carrying bag.
- Mount the ring on the intended head and check that it latches before opening the box.
- Check the rod pockets and front fasteners. A loose corner twists the square reflection and can leave a bright gap beside the grid.