Does size REALLY matter? 59inch vs 36inch Softbox Comparison

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[@King_Dragon_13]

I’m in a photography class and my instructor asked how I know so much… I told her I watch Manny on KZbin lol. Thanks for the content. I learn more off KZbin than in class

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You are now one of my favorite youtubers! Started appreciating flashes lately and your videos gave made it easier for me to understand and compare equipments. Thank you!

[@caleblatreille8224]

just showing us a super clear comparison with both (fantastic) real pics and test shots and not wasting our time. So, so appreciated.

[@allanosantiago5955]

Keep doing what your doing Manny. Short concise and brief with a lot of helpful information per topic. For me I prefer it that way. When I search for creative contents in KZbin, I always shy away when I see the duration would be 10 mins. or more. People now a days have a dozen things to do. More power!

[@sald2of6]

Thanks Manny. Love the comparison of the two different modifiers. I have learned from you, to use larger one for studio work and smaller for on location. And I do appreciate the brevity of your videos.

[@aizensings]

Here since 80k still love your content, although you’ve always taken great photos, you’ve level yourself every time!! Keep killing it bruh

[@marcellecours3774]

I watched til the end. Great video buddy! IMO, it's not so much short videos, but rather videos that get to the point, that I appreciate most. Your videos all get to the point fast and stay fun without being corny. Keep up the good work.

[@sadowskaphoto]

I definitely enjoy the drama of a smaller octa! But the soft light is also to die for 🥲

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[@AMusset]

Exactly my thoughts!

[@bellasauce81]

Thank you for this comparison! Definitely, the Zeppelin is a go to for the studio but that 36" is just so versatile when on location. I don't leave home without it.

[@upgradecreate]

Really great video. I personally prefer the soft look most of the time. The harsh light works sometimes too depending on style.

[@Darryl_xtx]

Video at this length shows that there’s no fluff and to the point. People needs this

[@RustyBrown_]

Keep doing what you do, bro. I watch to the end b/c you're all in, and the content is on point. Let those who are mapping to shorter attention spans do what they do - it's all good, but understand that true knowledge comprehension takes time, and I'm good with that. Cheers!

[@ivanjasper6772]

This was helpful. I like the zeppelin for women and the smaller light for men or when I’m going for a stronger more dramatic effect.

[@ronaldojoe3011]

I was thinking the same

[@AMusset]

Interesting… Going to do a few tests on my own !

[@sweetkidd06]

No man your videos are ok when it comes to time thanks for thé no bs series straight and direct info Even the videos when you get more in depth on a product or photography tutorial are just so instructive so in no way boring So thanks for your efforts and time to get that content out to us thanks for sharing you inspire many!!!

[@veritas932]

just wanted to let you know, I made it till the end. I was engrossed. Short and sweet. Keep it up.

[@NikoBols]

Great demonstration of the difference in output these two softboxes produce. 👏

[@osangulon]

The large softbox is softer due to the system, which should be obvious. Both fulfil different functions. For me, the smaller softbox is a very good tool for making a portrait of a person. For shots of a whole person or a group of people, the larger one is preferable because it makes a larger and more even light stamp. If uncontrolled light diffusion is not so important, I consider a very large umbrella with a diffuser to be a very good substitute for the large softbox.

[@BrettSeeley]

That soft light looks nice- but the dramatic vibes of the 36 makes my eyes happy. Dope video as usual

[@ZacBarnesMusic]

Love your videos man! I stay to the end all of the time! Good stuff! Keep up the good work, I know it gets exhausting. cheers!

[@DPCTechnology]

Love ur 5 minute boomers.. best most packed photog vids out there.. u even got in an ad and commentary... LOVE IT!

[@woodypaul_]

so, my battle these days when I'm doing portraits is either using a HUGE soft box, or using the same size umbrella, with diffusion. because it compacts down so much smaller for travel, and you get both a bounce and a diffusion as opposed to the double diffusion in most softboxes like that.

[@EdwardKilner]

I had similar thoughts as I watched the video. Certainly was a clean result with that large Octa, but would have liked to see it compared to a large umbrella.

[@Seanonyoutube]

Just compare both and see it the difference in light quality is worth it for you

[@EBrown-cr1gr]

Love your videos. Definitely dont always agree lol photography is all about personal creative choices anyway but I LOVE that you're here to teach and make photography accessible to a lot of people. Dont stop

[@CaramelTubbies]

It makes sense the 36in has a harsher light due to its size. I like the 59 inch better! I agree, it has more of a commercial feel. Great video! Thank you for the demo! And I feel you on the short attention span, this world is getting more and more impatient and harder to entertain! BTW whats the name of that box thing youre sitting on?

[@DaveSincere]

Man.. those 36in Octo shots in the beginning were perfection man!!

[@CreativeRyan]

Informative bro, stu looks 🔥

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Missing your vibe bro! God bless #vlogs

[@steadycamman1]

Hi Manby, Love all your videos, very informative and very professionally produced, spot on, Thank you again for making great content, Pete 👍

[@RsPWhytee]

Manny killer job bro! I’ll watch your videos over tik tok. It’s better to be more informative than skip steps. Keep the vids coming!

[@theidahohuskies]

Started vibin hard when the beat dropped. Awesome video btw. Huge fan of those big softboxes!

[@brianasealy6257]

I never click out of your videos Manny! You create such entertaining and worthwhile content. Those people are out there though!! I love the Zeppelin for sure!!

[@giuliomarunti2093]

Manny your videos are always useful, thanks very much💪

[@Dmsstudios64]

I got you bro, i will always watch these videos. Keep it up man

[@canucklehead28]

I always make it to the end Manny. Keep up the great videos.

[@paigecfrancis]

That zeppelin is niiiiiice!!! Now I feel like I need to pull out my wescott 7 footer to see what it look like. Love your vids man 💪🏽

[@bboyjoon]

this video was really helpful. Thanks bruh. And these 5 minute videos are perfect. It's those 16 min videos from the other dudes that are a beast to sit thru. "aint nobody got time fah dat" lol

[@charlierodiles2102]

Haha I agree with you at the end. I'd much rather watch short videos and be like "wait that's it? I was enjoying it so much!", than "Oh I'm liking this video but it's taking up too much time". Your videos are always super clear and concise while being on the short end, love your work!!

[@charlierodiles2102]

A longer outdoor photoshoot would be kinda cool though :) when you're just walking around giving random tips with your models, those are great!!!

[@xxxjose213]

I love your work many, you’re inspiration and full of information. Keep it going

[@bala1000mina]

Thank you so much! Informative and very helpful comparative video! I enjoyed as always and learnt from your video! God bless and good luck Manny!

[@X_Hog]

Great video. Wow, getting that big boy would save all the work and the extra light I have to use to get that smooth look. Your videos being short and to the point are a big reason I value your insights so much.

[@RossHa1e]

I agree, the Zeppelin was amazing. And the shorter videos are my preference as well. Keep it up ☺️

[@charlescoreydunn]

I always watch your videos to the end, Manny.

[@tracyshankland]

Watched all the way through (skipping the sponsorship bit!). Very useful information. Thank you!

[@Ericagilliamsphotos]

Always watching to the end

[@sabelosibisi9762]

always make it to the end ✊🏽

[@NileSWPhotography]

I love this video! I’m definitely trying this light set up for sure! Thanks Manny

[@escapedpanda8792]

I am always learning from you, epic vid as always!

[@philipgowdy]

Great Manny, obvious result but good to see in a straight forward Demo. You said exactly what I was thinking, more professional clean image making. Time for Diana to get busy under it. Keep up the good work..

[@ScottSalvi]

The Zeppelin is amazing! Thank you for a great video Manny. I know it's older but I'm still learning the photography side of things.

[@irvinc.1619]

Always on point dude 👌🏽

[@srb980]

Good stuff Manny

[@mitian]

Nice video man- thanks for sharing your knowledge.

[@marksimage8271]

Salute Manny!

[@titandrone7984]

If you move the 36in Softbox in would that make the light softer with a little more wrap around to the background and use a 85mm lens on both and get the same results?

[@cherrychen8716]

I’ve learned so much from your videos, thank you for making this.

[@konceptfilms2303]

I have a similar softbox, I just kept it in my store since I got a smaller one. But after this video , an bringing it out... Thank you

[@nicktarboxphotography1045]

I always watch till the end, fantastic 😉

[@cliflowry9433]

Not to worry Manny, I always make it to the end of your videos. Thanks for the info.

[@olifabiomodolo4017]

Love you’re videos - always on point ✨☀️

[@wendygarfinkelgold]

Seriously thank you for this it’s exactly what I needed to know today!

[@travisseurattan8206]

I appreciate your posts bro. Thank you

[@dalkidhs8090]

i see your videos untill the end of them and YESS i learn something from them

[@BrieWilly]

Always enjoy your content homie. I’m a ride or die Westcott boy so now I’m interested in that Zeppelin modifier 🤘🔥

[@vincentsanderson460]

I appreciate your videos! People can keep there tiktoks. I want to spend my time learning from great content like this!

[@omargguardado]

Always learning with manny

[@brianngwenya8322]

dope stuff brother very informative. props

[@alpabopo]

Keep doing this kind of videos. Great content

[@dejuancampbell-music5482]

Wow! I think I may be picking up the zeppelin! Great review and photo results!

[@yanafridabinaev]

Great video! P.S. I always make it till the end of your videos😂

[@mamellohlanguza4662]

I learn so much from you man, you're appreciated, keep it up!🙏❤🇿🇦

[@richpoinvil9618]

Thx for keeping it short!

[@mikegrok]

I would also recommend the buff plm, and pair the silver and translucent. Shoot backwards into the silver, the let the reflected light shine through the translucent. It is 84inches, so it works close or a bit further out.

[@cloud24z]

Another banger 🔥

[@mverick160]

I've been shooting hard light too. With soft light fill. My hardlight has been a bit softer on the edges. Custom Fresnel. If you love the Zepplin, try a Focusable parabolic. SMDV, Glow, Broncolor. You'll freak at the options they offer.

[@perlyg]

600K bro Congrats

[@biggvisuals]

Appreciate it. Im trying to start flash photography this week and this was informative

[@jasongreenwood3260]

I learned that I need to invest in a 60" modifier! Thank you Manny!

[@walkaway.]

just got mine, it WAS NOT CHEAP lol.

[@charliegreen1989]

Loving the crisp light coming from the Zeppelin.

[@HartenDylan]

Sitting here with a 48" softbox thinking I just struck gold. Little more drama than the 59", but a little more airy/soft compared to the 36". Cheers for the great video!

[@JOMprodBeta]

its almost incomparable quality but we have to factor in how travel and set up is...i have both a 36 and a 59 as well...i use the 36 more often as its so much more portable...but if i owned a photo studio where i could leave equipment up...i'd use the 59 more often

[@brucerobertson6196]

Love all your videos and stills very inspirational keep them coming long or short but really like the big box look

[@castielvargastv7931]

the bigger softox gives a much more "expensive" look. it looks really great

[@lightexplorer]

Damn, I just bought the 36" as my first soft box too. Thank you for sharing this video. I am considering a larger soft box for the future.

[@SyazanaLopez]

Thank you for sharing this! It really helps me decide which size softbox i should get! :)

[@defyingtheodds1987]

I don't know what it is about your channel bro, but I really like your content. I feel like you're somebody I know teaching me this stuff. I have. 36 inch but ordered a 60 inch and waiting on it to arrive this week. So I'm super excited about that. In the future, maybe produce a few courses or videos on how to expose or grow a photography business. I'm having trouble with that atm. I'm over here on the westside (Los Angeles) and everybody here is a photographer lol. Saturated market.

[@truecrimegod]

This sure helped a lot I was thinking Of investing in 2 lights but one light with this 59 will do the job THANK YOU

[@ScottJWaldron]

Nice comparison! Those gigantic soft boxes do look great. :)

[@JerrinJoshua18]

Really informative ❤️

[@endlightmedia]

this confirmed my suspicions, lol.. I love dramatic photography so I use grids and small softboxes for that.. BUT.. I get alot of clients who want family shots and for that I use the bigger softbox, no grid - for the very reason your video pointed out. the larger softbox gives softer shadows, beautiful bright light all over, that commercial hallmark card look. So I AM moving in the right direction and learning something... whewww. thank God!

[@hudhudtv4155]

Totally agree.!! It got that "commercial looks" & "slick". Thx for another great video. 👍😍

[@Jewe1]

Thank you Manny, I got some insights from this, maybe I’ll buy 4’ rather than 3’. You’re the best 📸👌🏼

[@ebenezeryankyeraannor8527]

Great video. Learnt a lot from the video

[@lenzart2829]

i really aprieciate it... im not from tik tok laulz but some time im on instagram.... i always watch ur video fro start to finish

[@victordelacruz8440]

I needed that as I'm building my portable photo studio equipment.

[@BarefootMediaTV]

thanks for this! was currently debating getting a giant softbox for video testimonials

[@tommylaurendet4662]

Really helpful video!

[@joshuasilvers899]

I made it to the end of the vid. I guess that's what your outtro was asking us t do? lol But FR. Good stuff as always. Keep it going homie.

[@RemiManWithVan]

As you said short informative straight to the point videos 👌💪

[@WorldMusicStageRecords]

Of course you are going to get different results. If subject is 36" from background, and 36" modifier is 36" inches in front of subject is would be the same as subject 59 inches from background and modifier 59 inches in front of subject. Anytime one of the variables is changed, the results will change i.e. contrast, shadows, harsh versus soft light. Inverse square law.

[@calebwalsh4834]

Loving the zeppelin #IMadeItToTheEnd 🙌🏽

[@jasonbodden8816]

They both have their purpose. For me, I like both looks.