Digital Cameras Ratings: Lastolite LL LS2462M2 Ezybox M2 Hotshoe Kit (24-Inch X 24-Inch) Review

Average Reviews:
5.0 out of 5 stars

(More customer reviews)I've been using the Ezybox for a few months.The difference in my photos vs. using a plain flash -- or a flash with a small diffuser -- is incredible.No unwanted harsh shadows -- the fill is so much much more natural.It sets up in about 30 seconds from the compact blue zip-up bag (1 pound or so, same diameter as a small Frisbee but much thicker).I wish the bracket which holds the flash extended a little bit more -- another inch -- in order to fit a flash + PocketWizard + PW RF shield, all stacked.

Note that unlike some photos of the product you might see, there is *not* a handle included.There is a clamp (non-rotating), so you can stick in any tripod, light stand, or even wooden dowel to improvise a handle.Or you can buy Lastolite's handle.

I don't know why this thing costs as crazy much as it does.I think it's because it's made by well-paid Brits who invent, design, and build these things right there in the UK.I Looked at some cheap knock-off Chinese ones, which would cost less and work basically the same... they just rip off the Lastolite design and crank them out for less.But I'm happy to support Lastolite, so they can continue to design cool things like this.In the end the price is clearly worth it in terms of improved photos.

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Product Description:
The Ezybox Hotshoe with the all new Mark II bracket (LL LS2414) converts your battery operated flash Features gun from a harsh directional light into a much softer diffused light. This 24" x 24" Ezybox Hotshoe folds flat for easy storage and can be assembled in a matter of minutes. There are also a number of accessories available including extending handles, a tilthead bracket, creative diffusers and a powerful clamp with brass spigot. The new bracket is made of Delrin (a Nylon derivative)and is designed to flex, not bend. The hole is rectangular to match that of a tilt-head flash and is even able to fit the Nikon SB900 flash. This system will also accept handle mount flashes with optional mount plates (sold separately) for Metz 76, Metz 45 and Quantum flashes and can also accept optional studio type accessories (released late in 2009) such as beauty dishes, snoots and reflectors. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS: height: 23.62; in; width: 23.62 in. This replaces the LL LS2462.