Large Softbox vs Mini Softbox comparison | Is the mini good enough?

The most popular option for a softbox is the Aputure lightdome 2 BUT it's HUGE! That's why they do a smaller version, the Aputure lightdome mini 2. Is it good enough, though? What do you think?
I'm using the Aputure lightdome 2 and the Laofas 60cm softboxes for this comparison but they will produce similar results as the Aputure lightdome mini 2. You can see a video comparison below.
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0:00 Intro
0:13 Hard light
0:35 How to get soft lighting
1:19 Softbox examples
2:36 is the mini softbox good enough?
3:37 Softbox lighting setup examples
#softbox #aputure #aputurelightdome2

[@SamHolland]

Which do you prefer, mini or large??? Let us know.

[@TommyChrist]

the mini to be honest

[@SamHolland]

It looks nice doesn’t it but when you exposure properly for the large, it’s so nice. I tried to keep the settings the same so it was a fair comparison. Thanks for watching 🤩🙏🏻🎥

[@brandlercreativesolutions6515]

Very Informative

[@TLFILMS]

large w grid for sure

[@AdrianBacon]

If you have white ceiling and walls, you can go with no soft box (or reflector) and turn the light around and just point it up at the corner of the walls and ceiling. How big it is would depend on how far away from the corner it is and would be up and approximately the 45 degrees over and up position with a really nice gradual fall off.

[@johanlundberg7786]

Not a good idea if you’re shooting portraits.

[@AdrianBacon]

@@johanlundberg7786 Do explain

[@Loftikaz]

not if you want dark background as bouncing it will light the entire room. also if you have carperts or floors of different colors it affects your image.

[@cabellofatto]

Thanks for this breakdown. As someone new to the game, I was looking for a straightforward comparison of the softboxes, to save me some pain and $. Great video.

[@SamHolland]

So glad this helped 🤩🙏🏻🎥 thanks for watching

[@mikeb2644]

Hey Sam. Thanks for the great video. You convinced me to get the larger soft box for my for 2 reasons: 1) I'm 62 years old and, frankly, I can use all the help I can get, and; 2) You mentioned something nobody else talks about-- shadows. I've been struggling with shadows cast by some figurines I have in front of what's serving as my backdrop. However I light, it always looks kind of like nighttime. By softening those shadows with the larger soft box, I'm hoping to soften, or even eradicate, the shadows. So, that's what I think. If you have a moment, I'd love to see your response to my rationale. And thank you again for your informative, well produced, and very charming video.

[@kevinjoseph]

fantastic video, well organize and explained and great comparisons! Thank you very much!

[@SamHolland]

Thank YOU 🤩🙏🏻🎥

[@andrefontes2811]

Perfect video Sam!!! I was looking for a good second opinion on sizes of a softbox... I was a freelancer assistant for 10 years here in Brasil (Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo), in that time I worked with some of the best photographers in the world, and I can totally say that with some experience. Perfect video man. About space, about considering the fill of the bounced light in the space on a small room... Advantages of a smaller softbox... Just perfect. Thank you! 🤘

[@SamHolland]

Thank you André 🙏🏻🤩🎥

[@AndrewMclean]

Great video as always Sam 🙌🏼

[@SamHolland]

Thanks Andrew! 🙏🏻🤩🎥 hope you’re well bro

[@sibeleira]

This was very helpful! Thanks!

[@maruwaanmoses]

In this specific application, the large softbox with the grid looked the nicest.

[@SamHolland]

Thank you! 🙏🏻🤩🎥

[@dnicoloco7]

great video man really helped me !!

[@diostaylow]

I prefer the mini, i prefer less spill on the background on my guitar playthroughs especially on a small space. Great video! Thanks for this!

[@SamHolland]

Nice 👌🏻 both look great in their own way. Just preference and convenience. Thank you 🤩🙏🏻🎥

[@shua_films]

I’m leaning towards the mini because of the den being narrow for my office, maybe having some sort of fill might work to make things more balanced. I’ve been looking for a video like this for the new studio thanks for all the gear help bro!! Great video 🤩

[@SamHolland]

Ah that’s ace man. Glad this video helped at the perfect time. Thanks for watching brother! 🤩🙏🏻🎥

[@Artbymykell]

This video was exactly what I needed. Thank you 🥂

[@SamHolland]

So glad! thank YOU for watching

[@Tezlar87]

Yeah solid video there Sam. Large softbox is my go to for interviews and talking head. Always great to have both where possible 🤷‍♂️

[@SamHolland]

Thanks Terry! Definitely! Both can compliment each other really well. Thanks for watching 🙏🏻🎥

[@brianstephenadams4803]

Great video Sam - I think I'll go for both 😁! Just out of interest what are the light tubes you're using in the background 🤔? I had a look at your past videos but can't see a review of them. Cheers, and keep up the great work!

[@ZacBarnesMusic]

great video, thanks!

[@streetops2519]

I think I'll go for the larger difuser for that extra softness. I'm looking at getting a new set up and came across your channel. Keep up the good work man! Subbed 💪

[@SamHolland]

Legend! Glad it helped. Thanks for watching 🤩🙏🏻🎥

[@353Studios]

I liked the look with the mini more than the large. :)

[@TexpatOTG]

I have an umbrella on my light .. I use a black card to cust spill. I think I would like about a 1m size softbox. Just need to find one easy to set up. I don't want to have to assemble it if I move it. Good show!

[@BillMcLean]

Great video, I have a small space and sort of think the mini with a small 60w light will be good enough. I guess I'll find out.

[@althewicked]

Nice one!

[@TomBailey2]

Great video, the mini is probably what I’d go for but out of stock

[@JaredHoyman]

Funny how you released this video today and I was just testing out my LAOFAS U120 47.2" Softbox. I'm amazed how HUGE that softbox is and how much it lights around the subject and background. It works well in my office, but a little tight in my Theater Studio. I was thinking of getting the 35.4 inch version as well. I'll probably use that in tighter spaces or as a hair light like you were. Thoughts or experiences with those? Keep up the good work on your channel.

[@SamHolland]

Thank you! 🤩🙏🏻 that sounds great! Yeh I think it would look fine 👌🏻🎥

[@jorgoskatsimitsoulias8918]

Thanks!

[@Edon]

Awesome video!

[@SamHolland]

Thank you! 🤩🙏🏻🎥

[@diegokohn]

Great video!!! Which softbox you can recomend me for GODOX SL100?

[@dutchmilk]

like you said, either is good or bad. depend on your application.

[@willcrespo24]

Because of space I would go for the mini one. Very nice info.

[@SamHolland]

Good choice. Can’t go wrong can you. The mini looks great 🤩👌🏻 thanks will

[@JoeMurphysGuitarlessons]

Hey Sam, great videos. Was looking for some general advice and wondered if you could help me out. Was thinking a video call, if so what would be your rate per hr / 30 mins. Just looking to upgrade some kit and generally get a better look on the channel

[@SamHolland]

Hi Joe. Thanks for watching. I’m pleased you enjoy the videos. You can book in for a 1-1 video call here www.sam-holland.com/product-page/one-on-one-mentoring-1-hour-session I look forward to seeing you soon 🤩🙏🏻🎥

[@CraigHoneysett]

Awesome breakdown man, thank you. The large with the honeycomb is looking great. Are you using 60w lights there or brighter? Is 60 more then enough for a set up like yours?

[@SamHolland]

Thanks brother! 🤩🙏🏻 that’s right. Using the Godox ULC60 now days. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eHfPhJ2DpZito80 Yeh man I think so. That large softbox gives you a bit extra brightness anyway. And it’s nice and close. Thanks for watching brother! 🙏🏻 hope you’re well

[@lianium]

Useful

[@gomotsegangmotlhajwa8536]

I'm caught between buying the 80cm softbox and 95cm for my AD200 pro. Which one would you recommend I should buy for outdoor full body pictures and potraits?

[@RidewithRevin]

what size is the large and what size is the mini ? and it would have been nice if you had shown the softboxes as well.

[@headshotmaster3401]

so if I buy a very large softbox in my tiny room the risk is to have too much reflections bouncing from wall? because I like dark background

[@steveschnetzler5471]

I like large. You can get large LED flat panels these days (for home/office lighting), I was wondering if any of them would work as a more built in lighting (maybe on an arm from a wall or celling?

[@SamHolland]

Hey. Good point. I did some examples of those flat lights… Check this video out and let me know what you think - kzbin.info/www/bejne/oqjHeqprpcqaeas Thanks for watching and commenting 🙏🏻🎥

[@EmadApple]

I learned something from this 👍

[@SamHolland]

That’s amazing. I’m so pleased this video helped 🤩🎉 thanks for watching 🙏🏻🎥🤩

[@shumayla25]

Hello :) do you think there is a difference between the 100cm and the 120cm? (Subject 1.5m/2m, 200w light, for a selftape so face and chest, 1.5m framing). Thank you 🙏🏼

[@lbrtvlldr]

5:03 Actually, since the background is bright, you have more separation from it without that second light.

[@DavidGodibadze]

Is this FJÄLLBO from IKEA in the background and aputure lights? I'm thinking of buying them.

[@HiethGeorge]

Was going to ask if you egg crate or not ? another cool video love my RC Smart Controller so looking forward to seeing what you think of the new one 😁😁

[@SamHolland]

Yeah sometimes egg, sometimes not. Depends what mood I’m in 😂 ah epic! Working on the vid as soon as the weather improves! 👌🏻🎥

[@EricSecretdecuisine]

Hello Sam , thank you for the video , I learn a lot with your channel , for me the mini Softbox will be ok for my work , big like 31 , great job again , have nice week.

[@SamHolland]

Hi. I’m pleased you are learning from my videos. The small softbox is great! 🤩👌🏻🎥 thanks for watching and commenting!

[@assafmanor]

I understand you prefer the bigger lightbox (I think I do too). But your bigger lightbox is the dome ii. What do you think about the Aputure 150? It's way bigger than the dome ii. What do you think is better?

[@berniestang2616]

Mini … what size is mini ? Large … what size would that be ? Thx ! For outside …what would work best ? (Considering wind) etc ! Thank you !

[@MobiusNavigator]

What would you recommend for travel? I'll be mainly making youtube videos, behind a desk. The led panels often give a harsh light, especially when glasses are on. Budget wise, I'd rather get something I can use for a while and that looks good without harsh lighting. So softboxes look the best, but are they portable enough? Thanks in advance.

[@SamHolland]

Hi. Amaran do some small panels but come with softboxes. Give those a whirl. They still won’t be as soft as these but it’s a compromise

[@thesmarterspodcastingadvis6804]

Sam, what kind of softbox I can use for a compact light like the Raleno plv c80,

[@SamHolland]

Hi. I’m not familiar with this light. Does it have a Bowen’s mount??

[@zephany2601]

Does a 300W light work for a large softbox?

[@pmhelsinki]

No one ever mentions the lamp power. what power where you using on the lights in the softbox?

[@SamHolland]

60w

[@evanagustian1408]

Does large mean 120 cm diameter softbox ?

[@nikyabodigital]

I"m just a beginner in KZbin. I want to buy softbox. I just want simple small softbox.. Because you are correct. I have a small room and I want to use it as starterpack for my youtube videos. I just hope that lumetri gon do something about the output of the video.

[@TravisHLane]

I would say go with the size that best fits the space you're working with. Many companies make various sizes of softboxes so a small might not be enough and the large could be too big so then you could opt for a medium. As always your comparison shots make me laugh as you look somewhere between irritated and angry haha.

[@SamHolland]

Good insight Travis! 👌🏻 haha! You’re right! Maybe I should come up with a new testing face 🤪🥸😵😵‍💫😂 thanks man

[@Richbroth]

mini purely due to the small space i'm working with.

[@DHdronevideo]

my friend video is cool

[@SamHolland]

Thank you! 🙏🏻🤩🎥

[@NilankaGrrr]

Whats the mini softbox he uses

[@SamHolland]

Laofas. Link should be in description 🙏🏻

[@lianium]

I made a softbox with a new hinge mechanism. It covers all. Here is the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/o2rEfZh9gK14qdE

[@ArindamGhoshal]

Are you the brother of Tom Holland?

[@SoundConstraints]

great video, thanks!

[@SamHolland]

Thank you 🎥🙏🏻🤩