Transporting the original Magnum Reflector is just about the same as traveling with a traditional beauty dish - it's large, doesn't collapse, and is prone to dents and warping.Ĭuriously, power is lost on the OCF Magnum and Zoom Reflector 2 in the spotted ("8") position when used with the B1 (and presumably, D1 and D2), heads. Settings on the meter were common for a scene to be lit entirely by flash: 1/250s, ISO 100.įrom our tests, it looks like the OCF Magnum compares very favorably with the original Profoto Magnum Reflector, generating about and extra 2/3 stop of power compared to the standard reflector (and 1 2/3 stop compared to a bare-bulb) in a much smaller, more portable package. The lumisphere was in the recessed position to ensure that only flash exposure was being measured. To test the output of each reflector, I placed my Sekonic L-858 meter at a measured distance of 6' (1.83m) from the lumisphere to the bulb on the B1 head.
Equipment & Methodįor the following test(s), I used the equipment listed below: Today I'll be comparing the original Profoto Magnum Reflector to the new OCF Magnum Reflector to see how it compares in generating the same amount of power. While they may be smaller and lighter, they are no less capable than their bigger brothers. Additionally, it continues to keep a smooth, even and flooded light much like a small beauty dish, but with more specular properties, as is consistent with a silver reflector. The Profoto Magnum reflector is known for its ability to increase light output of the head it's attached to by one stop or more, above a standard reflector, and up to two stop compared to a bare bulb. Each of these reflectors are more lightweight, portable versions of their "full sized" counterparts, and are designed to work better with the Profoto OCF Flashes, such as the B1/B1X and B2. The OCF Magnum Reflector is Profoto's newest addition to their growing OCF line of light shaping tools, accompanied by an OCF Zoom Reflector.
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