Phottix Premio Shoot-Through Umbrella (85cm)

This umbrella softens the light beautifully for portrait work, and the 85cm size is a great balance between portability and coverage. The dual-use design lets me switch from shoot-through to reflective quickly, which is handy in a small studio setup.

Swapped my softbox for this on a tight studio shoot and honestly the difference in beam spread is noticeable—the light just wraps around my subject’s face so much softer. Set-up takes seconds, folds flat, and the fabric feels sturdy enough to survive being thrown in my bag.

Love how the 85cm size is just right for both studio portraits and outdoor location shoots. The light feels noticeably softer through the fabric compared to bouncing off a reflective umbrella.