Godox SB-BW6090 60x90cm Rectangular Softbox, Bowens S-Type

A 60x90cm rectangular softbox is one of the most useful shapes you can own. It works upright or on its side, and its straight edges make it easy to feather, so you can light your subject with the edge of the box and control how much reaches the backdrop behind them.

Inside is a reflective lining that makes the most of your flash's output, and outside is black fabric that stops light leaking out the sides. Two layers of diffusion spread the light evenly across the front with very few hotspots, which also takes the edge off shine on skin.

The frame is four rods held in a metal alloy ring, so it's light but sturdy, and it goes together in a couple of minutes. This one has a Bowens S-type fitting, which suits Bowens-mount lights from brands including PiXAPRO, Godox, Lencarta, Jinbei, Bowens and Interfit's Stellar and Venus series. The adapter in the middle of the speed ring can be swapped if you change to a light with a different mount.

It comes with a slim carry case and packs flat, so it takes up little space in a kit bag. The flash and stand are not included.