K&F 85cm Lantern Softbox with Bowens Mount and Quick Setup | KF18.0009V1

Master Your Lighting, Create Your Vision

For photographers and videographers working with larger subjects or broader spaces, the K&F 85cm Lantern Softbox (KF18.0009V1) offers a powerful yet practical solution for soft, omnidirectional illumination. Its spherical lantern design is engineered to distribute light evenly in all directions, creating smooth, natural-looking results that reduce harsh shadows and hotspots. Whether you are lighting group portraits, interiors, product scenes, or video sets, this softbox delivers consistent, professional-quality illumination that simplifies complex lighting environments.

Unrivalled Lighting Quality for Larger Scenes
The expanded 85 cm spherical profile allows the lantern to produce wider, more enveloping light compared to smaller sizes. Combined with high-quality diffuser fabric and a high-reflective inner lining, it ensures even light distribution throughout the scene. This makes it especially effective for group portraits where uniform lighting across multiple subjects is essential, as well as for interior video work where soft ambient fill light improves realism and visual comfort. The result is a clean, balanced lighting foundation that enhances detail, texture, and skin tones without excessive contrast.

Seamless Integration and Rapid Deployment
Designed to slot effortlessly into existing lighting setups, the K&F 85cm Lantern Softbox features an industry-standard Bowens mount. This allows quick attachment to COB lights, studio strobes, and continuous LED fixtures without adapters. The quick-release design enables fast setup and teardown, making it well suited to dynamic shooting environments where efficiency matters. This streamlined deployment reduces downtime between scenes and helps maintain momentum on set.

Engineered for Performance and Durability
The lantern is constructed using durable softbox fabric paired with a high-reflective interior to maximise usable light output. This efficiency allows effective illumination at lower power levels, which can be advantageous for battery-powered lights during extended shoots. Reinforced aluminium rods maintain the lantern’s spherical shape and ensure reliable performance over repeated use. With an assembled weight of 1112 g, the lantern remains stable on suitable light stands while offering the robustness required for professional workflows.

Designed for the Modern, Mobile Creator
Despite its larger size, the K&F 85cm Lantern Softbox remains practical for location work. Its foldable design allows it to collapse for transport, and the included carrying bag makes moving between locations straightforward. This balance of size, output, and portability makes it an excellent choice for creators who need soft, ambient lighting across multiple environments, from studios to on-site video productions.

K&F Concept’s Commitment: Support and Assurance
Each K&F 85cm Lantern Softbox is supplied with a protective carrying bag and user manual to ensure immediate usability. Backed by a 12-month limited warranty, it reflects K&F Concept’s commitment to quality, reliability, and long-term value. This focus on user-centric design and dependable support reinforces K&F Concept’s position as a trusted partner in professional lighting solutions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: What advantage does the 85cm lantern offer over smaller lantern softboxes?
A: The 85cm diameter produces broader, softer light with greater ambient coverage, making it better suited for group portraits, interior scenes, and video setups where even illumination across a wider area is required.

Q: Can I control light spill with an omnidirectional lantern?
A: Yes. While the lantern provides omnidirectional output, optional light control skirts or grids can be used to reduce spill or introduce directional control when working in confined spaces.

Q: Is this lantern suitable for video lighting?
A: Absolutely. Its soft, even light and wide coverage make it ideal for interviews, talking-head videos, and interior scenes where consistent ambient light is needed.

Q: How should I care for the lantern softbox?
A: Wipe the exterior fabric with a soft, damp cloth when needed. Use a dry, lint-free cloth for the reflective interior, and always ensure the lantern is fully dry before folding and storing it.

Technical Specifications:
• Lighting Type: Omnidirectional, Soft, Multi-directional
• Product Shape: Spherical
• Assembled Product Dimensions: 85 × 85 × 69 cm
• Assembled Product Weight: 1112 g
• Package Length: 111.5 cm
• Package Weight: 1848 g
• Mounting Type: Bowens Mount
• Compatible Devices: COB lights, studio strobe lights, continuous LED video lights with Bowens mount
• Application: Group Portrait, Indoor Photography, Product Photography, Video Shooting
• Installation Feature: Quick installation