Profot Clic Softbox 2.7 Octa - 1351646

Profot Clic Softbox 2.7 Octa - 1351646

The new Clic Softbox Octa generates a soft and flattering light ideal for portraits, flat-lay, and still-life/product photography with the Profoto A-range flashes. Immerse your subject in a soft light spread with Clic Softbox 2.7’ (80cm) Octa. As a rule of thumb, the larger the softbox is, the softer the light becomes. With your Profoto A-range flashes, use your softbox for portraits, flat-lay, and product photography. Clic Softbox Octa is made for portability; the quick fold/unfold solution, integrated handle forstands, magnetic mount, and the neat bag it is delivered in make it ideal for shoots on the go and on location. Use it in any number of combinations with the other Clic light-shaping tools.

What our Experts Think

• The Profoto Clic Softbox 2.7 Octa (1351646) is a go-to modifier for creating large, soft, and flattering light ideal for portraits, beauty, and product photography.
• Its 2.7 ft (≈80 cm) octagonal design produces a natural round catchlight and smooth light falloff, enhancing subject depth and skin rendering.
• Experts highlight its quick magnetic “Clic” mounting system, allowing near-instant setup and breakdown—ideal for fast-paced or on-location shoots.
• The foldable, lightweight construction with integrated handle and stand adapter makes it highly portable without sacrificing studio-quality results.
• Delivers beautifully diffused light with controlled softness, making it especially effective for close-up portraits, flat-lay, and still-life work.
• Built for Profoto A-series and Clic ecosystem flashes, ensuring tight integration and consistent light shaping performance.
• Professionals value its durable build quality and reliable magnetic attachment system, though it is best suited for controlled or moderate wind environments due to its lightweight design.
• Overall, it’s considered a premium portable softbox for photographers who prioritize speed, simplicity, and consistent soft-light results in the field or studio.

Q&A

Q: What is the Profoto Clic Softbox 2.7 Octa (1351646)?
A: The Profoto Clic Softbox 2.7 Octa is a compact 80 cm (2.7 ft) octagonal softbox designed to produce soft, flattering light for portraits, product, and on-location photography using Profoto A-series flashes.

Q: Which lights is it compatible with?
A: It is designed for Profoto A-series flashes and Profoto C1 Plus, attaching directly via a magnetic Clic mount system.

Q: What kind of light does it produce?
A: It creates soft, even, and natural-looking light with smooth falloff, ideal for beauty, portrait, and product work.

Q: Is it portable and easy to set up?
A: Yes. It features a quick fold/unfold design, integrated handle, and magnetic snap-on attachment for fast setup on location.

Q: Can it be used handheld?
A: Yes. The built-in handle and lightweight design make it suitable for handheld or run-and-gun shooting setups.

Q: Does it support light control accessories?
A: Yes. It is compatible with Profoto Clic grids and other Clic light shaping tools for more controlled lighting.

Q: What is it best used for?
A: It is ideal for portraits, lifestyle photography, flat-lays, and small product setups where soft, controlled light is needed.

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