Flash Photography Softbox Comparison // Cheetahstand Quick SoupBowl RiceBowl Max20

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[@LeeZavitz]

Good job on the vid. The underrated part of doing these types of videos is how much work goes into them. You make it look easy. But it’s more effort than anyone would know. Props to you good sir.

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[@SFCRen]

Quick Ricebowl 36" for me seems to be a very versatile model without being to big outdoors and easily becoming a sail! Great video yet again Rob. Thanks!!

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[@societysownjh]

I would choose the QSB-34. You introduced me to Cheetah a few months ago and I bought the QRB-48 and absolutely LOVE it! I was pleasantly surprised when they sent the beauty dish and grid without them being in the description. I'll be a Cheetah customer for years to come. Thanks, Rob.

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[@thechronovisor]

That catch light and difusion on the QRB-48 is stunning! 👍

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[@TheMirelyght]

been shopping around for weeks trying to find a quality softbox that won't bust my budget when someone on FB mentioned these. So i joined the Cheetah FB group to learn more about them and found this vid posted...nice job! I'd pick the QRB-36....you made it look so easy to break it down.

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[@ftbalz]

Thanks for take the time and effort to put this together, you're doing really great work for us!! Personally I'd love the 48” QRB-48 because it has the most options for modifying which would help since I try to pack light with all my traveling.

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[@iguanatommy1]

Gotta say the 48” QRB, softest, most flattering light. And the umbrella set up still makes it portable at that size. Love your reviews of reasonably priced equipment. Hooked on the Flashpoint strobes because of your videos. Congrats to whoever wins, and thanks for the time you put into your reviews.

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[@wwestphalen]

QRB-48! I have the QSB 24, 36, and 42 and they are all fantastic. All because of this channel! Keep up the great work.

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[@joshbernthold9577]

I needed this video comparison! Thank you much. I would probably snag that QRB-36. Explained a lot for me. I was really wanting to see the differences between parabolic vs other modifiers. Loving the channel. Keep up the good work. Thanks again

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[@joshbernthold9577]

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[@tjmperez]

Cheetah 12"x55" Quick StripBox with the grid is what I would like due to having an octabox already! I have wanted to try their stuff so bad!! Thank you Robert and Cheetah for the opportunity! Good luck everyone!

[@_johnvalentine]

I really appreciate your videos. I knew nothing about Cheetah softboxes quality and value until watching your comparison videos. I’ve since sold my Westcott Rapid Box Duo and Octa and purchased the 36 RiceBowl, 34 SoupBowl and Max20. I would love to get my hands on the 48” RiceBowl! Thanks for your consideration!

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[@orchardfan1]

Rob, you are the man. I already have the QRB36, Max20, and the Quick 32x48. I would LOVE to add the QSB42 to an already great collection of Cheetahstand modifiers. Thank you for your efforts and thanks to Edward Tang for his revolutionary vision and ingenuity to make beautiful light.

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[@carandu]

Thanks for the video Robert. You are very eloquent, your videos are a joy to watch. I'd totally pick the 42” QSB-42.

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[@mchlmancilla]

Thanks for the hard work on the comparison of soft boxes, if I were to win I would choose the Max 20 for portability and the contrasty look that it gives. Keep up the great work.

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[@happypinoy32]

I am new to the OCF and this video was really helpful in giving me the information that I needed for which softbox to buy. I really like the QRB-36 because of the balance of the contrast and the quality of light. Great video. Thank You.

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[@kerryh.5899]

Rob, your comparisons were well thought out and concise...very useful. The Cheetah soft box I would love to have is the QSB-42. I love the softness of the light for portraits and the catch lights in your photos were excellent!

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[@greatpix]

You've become my go to for info on all these new lights and modifiers. If I were to win I'd pick the 48” QRB-48. I love big light sources and I'll sometimes add a smaller more specular light for some pop to colors. All my lights and modifiers are around 20 years old so maybe it's time for an update, or two.

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[@greatpix]

Robert Hall Photography I see you're in the Detroit area. I lived in Redford Twnshp in the 50s. Did you ever hear of a store called Adrays in the area?

[@nickhamill5424]

To be honest, I was hung up between max 20 and Quick rice bowl and this video helps answer my question.. I love the light Quick Rice Bowl 36" produces.. Not too big for location work, balance between soft yet "sparkly" light... So, my choice would be Quick Rice Bowl 36" .. Love it.. and thanks again for making this video..

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[@ameetpawar4391]

Thank you for the deep and in depth info on the diffusers. I would choose Quick Soup Bowl 42" with that nice full length portrait with soft shadows on the legs and with minimising nose and cheek highlights. Thank you once again for the knowledge

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[@stepitup5409]

I tend to go with the 42 inch size as I can use gobos to cut and decrease the size for more contrast. These look like really nice softboxes. I still have nightmares about trying to set up Elinchrom soft boxes!

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[@perrykline88]

Thank you for the opportunity Mr Hall. I like the Quick rice bowl 34.

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[@geraldbertram7718]

QRB-48 would be for sure my choice. As a new photographer I cannot afford much gear. Having a modifier such as this would open so many more possibilities than what I can do now. Thanks for this and for your great channel!

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[@WahalaMWahala]

I first learned about Godox products from your channel. You were influential enough for me to own an AD600, two AD200, Two Li-ON R2 TTL flashes and two R2 transmitters. It is pretty much my system I used all the time, in studio or on location. Thanks for the inspiration. It looks like Cheetah softboxes may be good idea. Thanks for this video. I am want to own one, I will try QRB 48 for my on-location shots . Thanks.

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[@TheVitalishe]

I like QSB-42 most. Thank you for the comparison. Really appreciate the effort.

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[@andrewjamesokey7559]

34” Quick Soup Bowl Looks awesome! Thanks you for reviewing all of these.

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[@easton_ography]

I'd definitely choose the QSB-34. I often work alone and, like you said, that's the perfect size to feel comfortable leaving it on the stand and walking away, while still being large enough to give great quality of light. Thanks for your videos man, they are immensely helpful as I just started using the Godox/Flashpoint/Cheetah brand 🙏

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[@DonaldWilkins2023]

Great video Robert. I love the umbrella setup mechanism along with the Xploor 600 combination. I would choose the 48” QRB-48 for the softness and light to subject results. Thank you, your informative vids bring out the creativity with my photography.

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[@JCorrea813]

I would choose the QRB-48 slim bowens mount. The beautiful quality of light it produces is amazing, and I believe it would make a wonderful modifier for my work. Thank you for doing this comparison video!

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[@funtoos2902]

I like what you liked 48'' QRB. I had almost bought one but got Soupbowl 26 with colt45. 48 is just wow. Appreciate you taking all the effort and supporting awesome brand - Cheetahstand. #cheetahforlife #edwardthebest

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[@williaty]

I'd want the QSB-34 as I already have something equivalent to the big one. Thanks for your comparison photos on your website. They helped confirm that, so long as the diffusion is being used, there's no difference in light quality between the Rice and Soup bowls (shallow vs deep, basically), which means the cheaper, lighter, and smaller Soub Bowls are the way to go.

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[@bluedragoninc559]

Another great product review! The QRB 48 would be my first choice and my second choice would be the QSB 42. I own the Wescott Rapid Box XXL 48" and a few other Wescott products and was looking to purchase another 48", but the price is still ridiculous with no grid option either. I prefer the diffuser plate with inner diffuser with grid option at a reasonable price. I'm switching to Cheetah!

[@lvlcapblue]

I just bought 3 QSB-34s for my Godox V860ii-s flashes and couldn't be happier! Definitely a good buy, even for group shots.

[@luigidiaz5665]

Thanks Robert. Helpful video. the QSB-34 is my favorite.

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[@christopherlemmer6178]

Thanks for the helpful video. Appreciate all of the product reviews you have provided. I already purchased the QSB-26. It actually arrived today so I'm excited to try it out this weekend. Based upon your video, I really like the light from the 42" QSB-42. Thanks!

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[@kats1805]

Thanks, Rob for all of your awesome videos!!! QSB-24 for it’s size. I would love to use this for portraits and couples! Thank you

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[@ronaldwarren7850]

Great work, Rob! Thanks for doing so much legwork for all of us. I say the QRB 48 would be a real joy to have, if I was the lucky winner. Thanks again.

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[@SaddyTrue]

Thank you so much for your videos. I would use the QBR 48 inch because I liked the way the shadow falls off on the model's legs.

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[@atlsrf2]

Thanks Robert, nice video. I'm looking closely at the QSB-42.

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[@Canon1DMkII]

Thanks for the review. I think Cheetah makes some very well conceived light modifiers. I’d choose the QSB 42 to add to my kit.

[@markeggers3416]

This was a great video! I appreciate all the work you put in to making it. It very informative. I would choose the QSB-42. I love the look it gives. Thanks for this!

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[@bobt6634]

I'm tossed up between the QSB-34 & the QRB-48. Both are very nice! Very informative video!!

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[@davereyno4659]

Great video! I agree the 34” QSB-34 looks like the perfect size and love love the quick set up and quality of light:)

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[@georgeberner2835]

QRB48 is my favorite from this shoot. I already have the QSB34 and love it.

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[@thecyclingphotographer441]

QSB-42 for me. I shoot mainly weddings and this would be ideal for group portraits. Not too big to be a hassle, but not too small to where I'd be afraid of the quality of light coming from it. Great video as always.

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[@J.R.Luchaa]

I totally would chose the 48” quick ricebowl!! Since I shot weddings and I’m also a portrait photographer!! Thanks

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[@allabouthim03]

I like the QSB-26" for portability because I usually don't have an assistant. Awesome!

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[@TNrick]

You make a valid point about the QSB-34 being the largest one you'd go with on a shoot by yourself; however, the softlight provided by the QSB-42 would make it my choice. Thanks for doing this comparison video.

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[@blendedlightphotography7178]

QRB 48 for me! Great video Rob - great summary of information in it.

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[@RickyZastrow]

Glad you made this video! I’ve been wanting a 34 QSB because they look easier to set up than my current 48” deep Octa

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[@jtgraphics]

Great video Rob and samples of what they all can provide in regards to light quality shape. I'd go for the CheetahStand 48" RiceBowl RB-120 Deep Parabolic Softbox or Cheetah 42" Quick SoupBowl would be on my list of wants! Thanks Rob keep those videos coming.

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[@billhanenburg8711]

Thanks for the comparison and the contest. My choice is the QRB-36.

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[@grizzly1169]

I'm really liking the look of the QSB-34 also the portability and mobility of it would be good for me without an assistant. Keep up the great informational tests, helped me go with the li-on and the ad200 awhile back and they have been great.

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[@brianwitter3271]

Thanks Robert, been looking for a video comparing the Cheetah quick series for a while. The blog photos really helped too. My pick would be the QSB 42. I'll just have to sandbag it and have a Colt 45 as a fallback.

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[@d-mack8110]

Thanks for the video Robert. It allows me to further understand how important a good quality modifer can do your photos. I would use the QBR 48 inch because I liked the way the shadow falls off on the girl's legs (in the video). I have issues with my none Cheetah modifer trying to get those harsh shadows to fade away. Thanks for the chance to win.

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[@WhiskeyMike47]

I would love a 34” QSB-34 for my on-location shoots! It's the perfect size for travelling with it!

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[@markthomas1811]

QSB 42" for me. I shoot with speedlights and this would allow a relatively large, but portable, soft light for portraits. Thanks!

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[@gixster92]

This is a great video, thanks for taking the time to do this comparison. I like the QSB 34, mainly since I am a solo shooter as well and Like the size and versatility of this modifier.

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[@ScottVincentPhotos]

Nice work Robert. I'm a sucker for soft light so I'd go for the 48” QRB-48.

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[@RDennisCrawford]

Robert, great video. Really good job. If selected, I'd choose the QRB-36

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[@1justmetyouandthisiscrazyv102]

Love your review videos, you always answer all the questions I want answered. QSB -42 would suit my style.

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[@tomkwock6988]

Robert thank you very much! I have been looking for a good comparison for the Cheetah softboxes. QSB-34 34" looks awesome.

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[@ClarkSandersPhotography]

Thanks for sharing yet another great tutorial! I really enjoy your honest feedback on the products you feature! If I was chosen, I would choose the 34" QSB. Hope you have a great weekend!

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[@matthewmandell9307]

Thanks for the videos, huge help! Keep them coming. Would love the QRB 48" if chosen.

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[@jonathanbtodd]

Awesome video! The one I quick eyeballing is the qrb-36. Just haven't pulled the trigger on it yet.

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[@JavierAlvarado007]

Hi Robert, I would choose the QRB-48, since I feel for my personal use and taste like the bigger and softer lighting. I think they are all superb modifiers and can’t go wrong with any of them. But that’s my opinion and choice. Thanks...

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[@BartVanEynde]

I was unfamiliar with the Cheetah series softboxes, so this is a very nice first overview! I like the quick setup construction! I like working with "CheetahStand 48" RiceBowl RB-120 Deep Parabolic Softbox" size lightmodigiers in de studio, But I will choose the "Cheetah Quick MAX20" for this contest as I will use it more for portrets/headshots... Nice review!

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[@davidgreen8828]

Heck Yeah! Id go for the QSB 42" for sure. Already have the QRB 36" and love it.

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[@rickh5047]

QRB 36 seems to fit my arsenal perfectly. Nice video!

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[@alvarob17]

Thanks for the great video as usual. Just started photography recently and could definitely use a nice softbox. I would choose the 34" quick soup bowl. Fingers crossed and thanks again for all the information and vídeos.

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[@nycweddingphotographerclau1571]

I own a QRB 48 nad and love to get the QSB-34 for my wedding ..LOVE Cheetahstands!!! Thank you for Tutorial

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[@thomasharris2456]

Great comparison Robert and thank you for all your videos! They're awesome! My preference would be the QRB-36 if I was ever lucky.

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[@diegoeidelman]

Good side by side comparison Robert! I would like to get the 34" QSB-34 Bowens mount

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[@c4_boom41]

QRB 36 !! I like what parabolic softboxes do. Love your detailed reviews Rob I've made some great purchases off of your recommendations!

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[@ishrarhussain3442]

Thank you for this very detailed review. I would definitely like to try out the "Quick SoupBowl QSB-42" for my shoots.. The quality of the light and its smoothness of fallout looked amazing on your shots.

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[@victorrivera6375]

Hi Robert, I would personally choose the qrb 36" cheetah because I like the way it lights the subject. Nice coverage too.

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[@fretunplugged]

Thanks for doing this Rob! Great video, straight to the point. I would absolutely love a 48" Quick Rice Bowl!

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[@shifteleven]

I mean if we're all saying, I would love to try the QRB36. I haven't used a deep modifier before.

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[@modelsrequired1193]

Quick Soupbowl 42" with Low Profile Bowens mount for me. To compliment my 34" Quick SoupBowl… ;) I figure the 34" for the road, while using the 42" in the studio. I have also been watching for the 48" RiceBowl but it's been out of stock (and is, apparently, being redesigned. The other possibility was the 12"x55" strip box (oh yes...!) Lucky I also have a place in Point Roberts, Washington!

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[@moyet2000]

I would love the QSB-42 to me is a softer beautiful spread. Thank you for your videos.

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[@lmislinski]

I have the Max20, and I enjoy using it as a beauty dish positioned within 2 feet of the subject. I find the light quality is excellent used that way with and without the outer diffusion panel.

[@robhallphoto]

Definitely, that relative size would bring it much closer in light quality with the larger deep parabolics. Maybe even softer given that's close to a 1:1 ratio.

[@kamelajordan1638]

Thanks for another great video. I am new to the use of soft boxes and have been researching different brands and equipment. Your videos have been very helpful. If given the chance I would choose the QRB-36. Thanks.

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[@chadlinebarger4061]

Great video - I would like to try the QRB-48

[@briansavage932]

Would live the QSB-34. All the great modifiers without the size and weight of the rice bowl. I'm shooting woth a godox octagon right now and would really enjoy the extra layer of diffusion/beauty dish option. Love the videos!

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[@deebo6518]

I would pick the 48 QRB, since I’m starting to do more portraits a soft box would be helpful

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[@Rifat10467]

Hey Robet! I just got into the world of flash photography and bought my first speedlight (godox 860ii) and I'm really loving the images I'm creating so far. I really have been missing out not using a flash! I just finished reading the strobists blog and im ready to add in a diffuser or two to my setup. I would really love either the 34 inch of the 36. Photography has always been a passion of mine and i was never able to afford it until now. I'm a recent college graduate and I'm earning a little money so i can fund my hobby and sidejob a bit...but cheetah is very expensive! Don't see myself being able to drop 100 plus dollars on a softbox anytime soon. All in all, winning this softbox would really be a privlage and one that wouldn't be taken for granted. Thanks and keep up the great videos!

[@scotthiatt441]

QSB-42 for location shoots. Love Cheetahstand gear - Edward is awesome!

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[@ilovephotography1254]

Thanks once again for sharing. Before you had mentioned people wanted to see a different model that's was what I had been thinking the whole time. Your model is very fare skin and youthful. As you had said there are limitations of what you can put in a video. That being said, I would love to see models of deeper skin color and or advanced age... ...If I was to pick a modifier based on the quality of light only, my choice would be the QRB-48

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[@silvershooter555]

Great comparison video - thanks for posting. I'd like to have the QRB-36 modifier.

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[@jmsmallville19]

Hi robert really enjoyed the review. Personally I like the QSB-42 I felt it was the softest quality of light with low specularity. Thanks again

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[@jmsmallville19]

Robert Hall Photography haha thanks you make engaging content i loved your vegas shoot out more of those please

[@jflores7585]

Hi Robert, Cheetah does make really great stuff, I definitely will choose the 42" QSB-42 that will give an amazing look to my photography and portraits, thank you for doing this comparison it really helps to decide which item to used for different looks or situation, I hope to be the lucky one and I'll see you on your next vlog!

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[@CarltonGriffithPhoto]

Nice illustration! I like the QRB-36.

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[@TheIslandAttitude]

QRB48 is probably my personal favorite! Thanks for doing this video Rob! I'll let you know where to send the Cheetah modifier.. LOL!

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[@deandreelliott287]

Rob great video.. I know that the 42" QSB with a Bowen mount would go great with my Orlit 610 monolight. this would greatly provide a different look look to my outdoor portraits and senior shoots.

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[@DRydeProductions]

Great video Rob, I would go with the QSB 26, versatile and has a nice spread of light for a main or fill

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[@nicholaslizarraga1249]

If I had to choose I would get the QSB-42. THanks for another great video.

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[@wilnobles8261]

If chosen I’ll take the QSB-34. Thanks! Keep up the awesome work.

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[@BiggerPictur]

Robert, great video! I absolutely love Cheetahstand products. Edward is great to work with. I would choose the QRB-48!

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[@danlesovsky7134]

Looking further at the blog post photos, I would prefer the QSB-42. Nice job with this video Robert!!!

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[@JoshBozarthPhotography]

36 qrb for me. I’m glad you made this because I had the 48 in my shopping cart, though I wouldn’t have been upset at all because it will be the second one I get now

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