Jinbei KE-100 100cm Octagonal Softbox with Grid

A versatile 100cm octagonal softbox designed for filmmakers, photographers and content creators who need a large, soft and controllable light source.

The Jinbei KE-100 combines a quick-open construction, reflective silver interior, dual diffusion and an included fabric grid in a portable Bowens-mount modifier.

Its 100cm diameter makes it large enough to create soft, flattering key light while remaining practical for location work, interviews and smaller studio setups.

SOFT, FLATTERING KEY LIGHT

Increasing the apparent size of your light source creates softer shadows and smoother transitions across faces and subjects.

The KE-100 is particularly useful as a key light for:

• Interviews
• Talking heads
• Portraits
• Beauty
• Commercials
• Music videos
• Corporate productions
• YouTube and social content
• Product photography
• Narrative filmmaking

Its octagonal shape also creates attractive, natural-looking catchlights when used for portrait and beauty work.

100CM OCTAGONAL DESIGN

The approximately 100cm / 39" diameter provides a good balance between softness and portability.

It is considerably softer than using a bare COB light or standard reflector while remaining easier to position in smaller locations than very large 120cm–150cm modifiers.

This makes it an excellent general-purpose modifier for both video and photography.

DUAL DIFFUSION

The KE-100 includes two stages of diffusion.

The internal diffuser helps spread the concentrated output from the light source before it reaches the front diffusion material.

The external diffuser then creates a broader and more even illuminated surface.

This helps:

• Reduce hotspots
• Create smoother skin tones
• Soften shadows
• Produce more even illumination
• Improve light quality for close-up subjects

GRID INCLUDED

A removable fabric grid is included with the rental.

The grid reduces sideways light spill while maintaining the soft quality of the octabox.

This is particularly useful when you want to illuminate your subject without sending excessive light onto:

• Backgrounds
• Walls
• Ceilings
• Other actors
• Reflective surfaces
• Different areas of the set

For interviews and controlled cinematic lighting, the grid can make a significant difference compared with an unrestricted softbox.

QUICK-OPEN DESIGN

The KE-series construction is designed for much faster setup than traditional softboxes that require multiple individual rods to be inserted into a speedring.

Open the modifier, lock it into position, attach the diffusion and grid, and you're ready to shoot.

This makes it especially suitable for crews moving quickly between locations.

BOWENS S-TYPE MOUNT

The softbox uses the standard Bowens S-type mount.

This makes it compatible with a wide range of Bowens-mount LED COB fixtures and studio lights.

It works particularly well with higher-output LED fixtures where a large modifier is needed to turn a hard point source into a soft key light.

SILVER REFLECTIVE INTERIOR

The reflective silver interior helps efficiently redirect light toward the front diffusion surface.

This allows the modifier to maintain relatively strong output while still creating a much softer source than using the light directly.

WITH GRID VS WITHOUT GRID

Use the KE-100 without the grid when you want:

• Maximum light spread
• A broad soft source
• More ambient fill
• Faster coverage of a larger area

Add the included grid when you want:

• More directional light
• Better background separation
• Less spill
• More control in small rooms
• A more cinematic lighting setup

IDEAL FOR

Interviews • Portraits • Commercials • Beauty • Talking Heads • Music Videos • Corporate Video • Documentary • Product Photography • YouTube • Social Content • Narrative Film • Soft Key Light • Studio Production • Location Production

WHAT'S INCLUDED

• Jinbei KE-100 100cm Octagonal Softbox
• Inner diffusion panel
• Front diffusion panel
• Removable fabric grid
• Bowens S-type mounting ring
• Transport bag

KEY SPECIFICATIONS

• Type: Octagonal softbox / octabox
• Diameter: 100cm / approx. 39"
• Mount: Bowens S-type
• Interior: Reflective silver
• Exterior: Black
• Inner diffusion: Included
• Front diffusion: Included
• Fabric grid: Included
• Quick-open construction: Yes
• Intended use: Photo & video lighting

PLEASE NOTE

This rental includes the softbox, diffusion material and grid only.

Light fixture and light stand are not included unless specifically selected as part of another rental package.

Please make sure your light uses a compatible Bowens S-type mount before booking.