Umbrella Deep White S
Umbrellas are the backbone of many photographers’ toolboxes, understandably so, because they are easy to work with and ideal to bring to location. Made with high-quality fabrics and surface-treated metallic elements, Profoto Umbrellas provide a superior light and last for many years. All of Profoto’s deep umbrellas have a deep parabolic shape compared with the average umbrella. The deeper the shape, the better control you have of the light spread. It also allows you to focus and shape light by simply sliding the umbrella shaft backward or forward in its holder. The Umbrella Deep White reflects natural and soft light.
Our Review
Profoto Umbrella Deep White S — Portable Location Studio Light Modifier
The gist: A 33” parabolic umbrella from Profoto that reflects soft, natural-looking light — compact enough to pack for location portrait sessions and reliable enough to be the single modifier travel photographers build location shoots around.
- Deep parabolic shape, 16 fiberglass rods: The deeper-than-standard bowl shape gives better control over light spread — you can focus or feather the output by sliding the umbrella shaft forward or back in the mount.
- Natural, soft white light: White interior reflects a natural and soft output — flattering for travel portrait sessions without the harsh contrast of a silver umbrella or direct flash.
- 33” / 85cm diameter: The small size packs flat and travels easily in a photography bag or checked luggage — assembles in seconds without tools.
- Heat-resistant fabrics + rust-resistant metallic elements: Built to last through years of professional use and variable climate conditions — Profoto umbrellas are workhorses designed for repeated assembly and breakdown.
B&H Photo lists the Profoto Deep White S as a 33” deep parabolic umbrella with 16 glass fiber rods that produce a more even light spread — the deeper bowl shape is what distinguishes Profoto’s umbrella line from standard flat umbrellas in light quality and control.
Best for: Portrait photographers who shoot on-location and need a compact, packable soft light modifier that produces clean, flattering results without a studio setup. Skip it if: You want a large wraparound modifier for editorial work — the 33” S size is optimized for solo subjects, not wide group shots. Runs ~$129 — check the current price before buying.
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