The Jenie Beautybox Softbox with Grid, 85CM, in a white-interior version, is a professional light modifier that offers a distinct and sought-after quality of light for photographers and videographers. While sharing the core features of the silver-interior model—such as the hybrid softbox/beauty dish functionality and quick setup—the white interior provides a different aesthetic and a more subtle light quality.
The Role of the White Interior
The primary distinction of the white interior version lies in how it reflects and distributes light. While a silver interior is highly reflective and maximizes light output, resulting in a more contrasty, "punchy" light with more defined specular highlights, a white interior offers a softer, more diffused light. This difference is especially noticeable when the softbox is used in its beauty dish configuration, with the diffusers removed.
Softer, Smoother Light: The white interior surface absorbs some of the light and scatters it more evenly, producing a smoother and less specular light quality. This is particularly beneficial for portrait photography, as it is more forgiving on skin, helping to reduce the appearance of wrinkles, blemishes, and other imperfections without extensive post-production work.
Less Contrast: The light produced by a white-interior softbox has less contrast than its silver counterpart. This can be desirable for subjects where you want to avoid harsh shadows and create a more delicate, luminous feel. It's often the preferred choice for bridal, beauty, and more classic portrait styles.
A Different "Catchlight": The signature round catchlight in the eyes, a hallmark of a beauty dish, will be softer and less intense with the white interior, creating a more natural and less "flashy" look.
Core Features for the Professional
Beyond the interior color, the 85CM white Jenie Beautybox retains all the professional features that make it a valuable tool:
Hybrid Functionality: It can be used as a large octagonal softbox with the two included diffuser cloths for broad, soft illumination, or as a beauty dish by using only the central aluminum deflector for a more sculpted and defined light.
Quick and Portable Design: The collapsible "quick-fold" design with an internal rod frame allows for rapid setup and breakdown. This portability, combined with the lightweight construction and included carry bag, makes it an excellent solution for on-location work, eliminating the need to transport a bulky metal beauty dish.
Bowens Mount Compatibility: The softbox is equipped with a standard Bowens mount, ensuring seamless integration with a wide range of popular studio strobes and continuous LED lights from brands like Aputure, Godox, and others. An optional S-bracket can also be used to adapt it for hot-shoe flashes.
Included Honeycomb Grid: The included cloth grid is essential for light control. When attached, it narrows the beam angle and prevents light spill, allowing the photographer to precisely illuminate their subject and create more dramatic, high-contrast effects without affecting the background.
In the Box
The package for the Jenie Beautybox 85CM with a white interior typically includes:
The quick-fold Beautybox with the white interior
Two soft diffuser cloths (inner and outer)
One cloth grid
One aluminum deflector
One Bowens mount ring
A carrying bag
The Jenie Beautybox Softbox with Grid 85CM (White) is an excellent choice for professionals who prioritize a soft, smooth, and less contrasty light quality, particularly in portrait, fashion, and beauty work. Its versatility, ease of use, and professional-grade construction make it a valuable asset in any lighting kit.