Accessories Rotalux

Elinchrom Diffusing Fabric, a versatile diffusion solution designed for precision lighting in studio and on-location setups. Measuring 10 meters in length and 1.8 meters in width, this high-quality diffusion fabric offers ample coverage for large-scale lighting applications, making it an essential tool for photographers, cinematographers, and visual creators seeking soft, even illumination.

Crafted to meet the demands of professional workflows, this lightweight yet durable fabric can be easily cut or draped to suit various setups. Whether used as an additional diffusion layer on softboxes or placed in front of any continuous or strobe light source, it effectively reduces harsh shadows and contrast, delivering a flattering and natural light quality.

Ideal for portraiture, product photography, video interviews, and commercial shoots, the Elinchrom Diffusing Fabric offers reliable light control without compromising color accuracy or transmission. Compatible with a wide range of modifiers and rigging options, it integrates seamlessly into any lighting kit.

The Elinchrom Diffusing Fabric is a versatile tool, and while it’s primarily designed for photographic and video lighting, professionals often repurpose it creatively across a range of setups. Here are several additional, practical use cases:

DIY Large-Scale Diffusion Panels

Stretch it across frames or C-stands to create custom scrims or butterfly frames for full-body or product shoots.

Ideal for taming direct sunlight in outdoor shoots or softening artificial light sources indoors.

Overhead Light Softening

Suspend it from ceiling rigs or boom arms to create broad, overhead diffused light, commonly used in fashion or food photography.

Window Light Control

Hang over windows to convert harsh natural light into soft, flattering daylight for interior shoots, interviews, or still life setups.

Projection Diffusion or Gobos

Use in front of projected light sources to soften hard edges or shape lighting patterns when paired with flags or gobos.

Portable Soft Light Tent

Drape over a collapsible frame or table to build a makeshift light tent for reflective or glossy product photography.

Background Light Modifier

Hang behind or around subjects to catch and diffuse rim or background lights, reducing hot spots or flares.

Video Set Lighting Control

Effective in video production for wrapping light smoothly around faces during interviews or narrative scenes, mimicking high-end softbox results.

Specifications

• Size: 10x1.8 m
• 2.5 Stops

Elinchrom Strip diffuser 15 x 90 cm. Strip diffuser for Rotalux 35x90 Softbox (softbox is not included in this article). Gives a narrow light image, excellent when photographing e.g. glass bottle, products and dramatic portraits.

Elinchrom Strip diffuser 15 x 130 cm for Rotalux 50 x 130 cm. Gives an extremely narrow light image. In the arena of professional photography, controlling light is pivotal to creating impactful images. The Elinchrom Strip Diffuser, designed for the Rotalux 50 x 130 cm softbox, is an invaluable tool in a photographer’s arsenal to achieve precision and quality in lighting.

Design and Dimensions:

The Elinchrom Strip Diffuser, with its dimensions of 15 x 130 cm, is thoughtfully crafted to fit the Rotalux 50 x 130 cm softbox. The relatively narrow width of the diffuser, compared to the softbox, allows photographers to craft a slender, controlled light source, providing a soft yet directional light. The strip shape is especially popular among portrait and fashion photographers, as it can create a beautifully even, yet striking light, which can sculpt and define the subject or model, highlighting their features elegantly.

Optimal Light Control:

The principal advantage of using the Elinchrom Strip Diffuser is its ability to tame, mold, and direct light with a high degree of control. It tempers the light emanating from the softbox, ensuring that it is evenly distributed and gentle on the subject. This prevents harsh shadows and highlights, ensuring that the illuminated subject is portrayed in a flattering manner.

For portrait photographers, the strip diffuser allows for the creation of a subtle and beautiful rim light or hair light, which can add depth and three-dimensionality to the subject, separating them from the background. It is also adept at highlighting specific elements of a subject, such as the contours of a vehicle in automotive photography, without spilling excess light into unwanted areas.

Application in Various Photography Genres:

• Portrait Photography: The strip diffuser is ideal for producing a soft, yet directional light that gracefully defines the facial features, and can also be used to create a beautiful separation light that defines the outline of the subject against the background.

• Product Photography: Precise control over lighting is crucial in product photography to highlight the product features without producing harsh reflections or shadows. The Elinchrom Strip Diffuser helps in focusing the light on the product, showcasing it in a polished and professional manner.

• Fashion Photography: The ability of the strip diffuser to sculpt light elegantly makes it a favorite among fashion photographers. It provides a refined lighting solution that can be utilized to accentuate the textures, forms, and structures of fashion garments and accessories.

• Commercial and Advertisement Photography: With the necessity to draw attention to the product or theme being promoted, the Elinchrom Strip Diffuser can be utilized to guide the viewer’s eyes through controlled illumination, ensuring that the focal point of the advertisement is highlighted effectively.

Easy Setup and Portability:

Elinchrom is known for creating user-friendly, professional-grade photography equipment, and this strip diffuser is no exception. The diffuser is designed to be effortlessly attached to the Rotalux softbox, making it a practical option for both studio and on-location shoots. Its lightweight and compact design facilitate easy transportation and quick setup, proving to be a reliable companion for photographers who need to work in varied environments and under tight schedules.

Elinchrom are a Swiss studio lighting manufacture famed for their consistent innovation and being at the forefront of both portable and studio photographic lighting equipment. Since the start in 1962 Elinchrom have continued to develop and innovate flash lighting, groundbreaking products. Elinchrom studio and portable lighting solutions are available for both professionals and those just getting started with flash photography.

Narrow the light angle of a Rotalux Strip Softbox with Elinchrom Strip Diffusor 25 x 130cm for Rotalux 50 x 130cm Softbox. If you want to make the light angle of your Elinchrom Rotalux Strip even narrower, Elinchrom offers you several options, such as a hood or the use of a grid, but also this External Front Diffuser. As the name implies, at the front of your Rotalux Softbox Strip 50 x 130cm is placed, this allows you to reduce your light output from 50 cm to 25cm.

In The Box:

• 1 x Elinchrom Strip Diffusor 25cm for Rotalux Softbox Strip 50 x 130cm

NOTE Rotalux Softbox is not included in this article.

Elinchrom Rotagrid Recta 60 x 80 cm with 30° Beam angle. A softbox with a grid gives you more control of the angle of light while maintaining its softness. A compatible Rotagrid is available for every size and shape of Rotalux Softboxes; ranging from Square, Recta, Strip and Octa to Elinchrom’s signature shape, Deep Octa.

30° Beam angle

Further control the spread of light or add new style to your images.

Rigid and tough, quick set-up and take-down

Constructed from a durable, lightweight fabric Rotagrids are structured to retain shape over time and maintain accuracy. Rotagrids attach swiftly via hook and loop fasteners and fold down flat for storage and transport. Rotagrid grids can be mounted on the front diffuser fabric using Velcro attachment points. Alternatively, the front diffuser of the softbox can be removed if a harder light is desired. Note that this type of grid bulges outward if the softbox is tilted sharply forward.

All Rotagrids include a storage pouch with clear labeling to help keep things organized and accessible.

Set configuration

• Rotagrid Recta 60x80cm
• Bag

Elinchrom Rotagrid Recta 90 x 110 cm with 30° Beam angle. A softbox with a grid gives you more control of the angle of light while maintaining its softness. A compatible Rotagrid is available for every size and shape of Rotalux Softboxes; ranging from Square, Recta, Strip and Octa to Elinchrom’s signature shape, Deep Octa.

30° Beam angle

Further control the spread of light or add new style to your images.

Rigid and tough, quick set-up and take-down

Constructed from a durable, lightweight fabric Rotagrids are structured to retain shape over time and maintain accuracy. Rotagrids attach swiftly via hook and loop fasteners and fold down flat for storage and transport. Constructed from a durable, lightweight fabric Rotagrids are structured to retain shape over time and maintain accuracy. Rotagrids attach swiftly via hook and loop fasteners and fold down flat for storage and transport. Rotagrid grids can be mounted on the front diffuser fabric using Velcro attachment points. Alternatively, the front diffuser of the softbox can be removed if a harder light is desired. Note that this type of grid bulges outward if the softbox is tilted sharply forward.

All Rotagrids include a storage pouch with clear labeling to help keep things organized and accessible.

Set configuration

• Rotagrid Recta 90x110cm
• Bag

Elinchrom Rotagrid Square 70 x 70 cm with 30° Beam angle. A softbox with a grid gives you more control of the angle of light while maintaining its softness. A compatible Rotagrid is available for every size and shape of Rotalux Softboxes; ranging from Square, Recta, Strip and Octa to Elinchrom’s signature shape, Deep Octa.

30° Beam angle

Further control the spread of light or add new style to your images.

Rigid and tough, quick set-up and take-down

Constructed from a durable, lightweight fabric Rotagrids are structured to retain shape over time and maintain accuracy. Rotagrids attach swiftly via hook and loop fasteners and fold down flat for storage and transport. Rotagrid grids can be mounted on the front diffuser fabric using Velcro attachment points. Alternatively, the front diffuser of the softbox can be removed if a harder light is desired. Note that this type of grid bulges outward if the softbox is tilted sharply forward.

All Rotagrids include a storage pouch with clear labeling to help keep things organized and accessible.

Set configuration

• Rotagrid Square 70x70cm
• Bag

Elinchrom Rotagrid Strip 35 x 100 cm with 30° Beam angle. A softbox with a grid gives you more control of the angle of light while maintaining its softness. A compatible Rotagrid is available for every size and shape of Rotalux Softboxes; ranging from Square, Recta, Strip and Octa to Elinchrom’s signature shape, Deep Octa.

30° Beam angle

Further control the spread of light or add new style to your images.

Rigid and tough

Constructed from a durable, lightweight fabric Rotagrids are structured to retain shape over time and maintain accuracy.

Quick set-up and take-down

Rotagrids attach swiftly via hook and loop fasteners and fold down flat for storage and transport. Rotagrid grids can be mounted on the front diffuser fabric using Velcro attachment points. Alternatively, the front diffuser of the softbox can be removed if a harder light is desired. Note that this type of grid bulges outward if the softbox is tilted sharply forward.

All Rotagrids include a storage pouch with clear labeling to help keep things organized and accessible.

Set configuration

• Rotagrid Strip 35x100cm
• Bag

Elinchrom Rotagrid Strip 50 x 130 cm with 30° Beam angle. A softbox with a grid gives you more control of the angle of light while maintaining its softness. A compatible Rotagrid is available for every size and shape of Rotalux Softboxes; ranging from Square, Recta, Strip and Octa to Elinchrom’s signature shape, Deep Octa.

30° Beam angle

Further control the spread of light or add new style to your images.

Rigid and tough, quick set-up and take-down

Constructed from a durable, lightweight fabric Rotagrids are structured to retain shape over time and maintain accuracy. Rotagrids attach swiftly via hook and loop fasteners and fold down flat for storage and transport. Rotagrid grids can be mounted on the front diffuser fabric using Velcro attachment points. Alternatively, the front diffuser of the softbox can be removed if a harder light is desired. Note that this type of grid bulges outward if the softbox is tilted sharply forward.

All Rotagrids include a storage pouch with clear labeling to help keep things organized and accessible.

Set configuration

• Rotagrid Strip 50x130cm
• Bag

Elinchrom Rotagrid Octa 100 cm with 30° Beam angle. A softbox with a grid gives you more control of the angle of light while maintaining its softness. A compatible Rotagrid is available for every size and shape of Rotalux Softboxes; ranging from Square, Recta, Strip and Octa to Elinchrom’s signature shape, Deep Octa.

• Octagonal shape, optimizing light diffusion and control
• Ideal for portrait and product photography
• Designed for professional use
• Easy to assemble and disassemble
• Reduces light spill and enhances the subject focus
• Delivers soft yet focused lighting,
• Perfect for creating depth and drama in image

30° Beam angle

Further control the spread of light or add new style to your images.

Rigid and tough, quick set-up and take-down

Constructed from a durable, lightweight fabric Rotagrids are structured to retain shape over time and maintain accuracy. Rotagrids attach swiftly via hook and loop fasteners and fold down flat for storage and transport. Rotagrid grids can be mounted on the front diffuser fabric using Velcro attachment points. Alternatively, the front diffuser of the softbox can be removed if a harder light is desired. Note that this type of grid bulges outward if the softbox is tilted sharply forward.

All Rotagrids include a storage pouch with clear labeling to help keep things organized and accessible.

Set configuration

• Rotagrid Octa 100cm
• Bag

Elinchrom are a Swiss studio lighting manufacture famed for their consistent innovation and being at the forefront of both portable and studio photographic lighting equipment. Since the start in 1962 Elinchrom have continued to develop and innovate flash lighting, groundbreaking products. Elinchrom studio and portable lighting solutions are available for both professionals and those just getting started with flash photography.

Elinchrom Rotagrid Octa 135cm with 30° Beam angle. A softbox with a grid gives you more control of the angle of light while maintaining its softness. A compatible Rotagrid is available for every size and shape of Rotalux Softboxes; ranging from Square, Recta, Strip and Octa to Elinchrom’s signature shape, Deep Octa.

30° Beam angle

Further control the spread of light or add new style to your images.

Rigid and tough

Constructed from a durable, lightweight fabric Rotagrids are structured to retain shape over time and maintain accuracy.

Quick set-up and take-down

Rotagrids attach swiftly via hook and loop fasteners and fold down flat for storage and transport. Rotagrid grids can be mounted on the front diffuser fabric using Velcro attachment points. Alternatively, the front diffuser of the softbox can be removed if a harder light is desired. Note that this type of grid bulges outward if the softbox is tilted sharply forward.

All Rotagrids include a storage pouch with clear labeling to help keep things organized and accessible.

Set configuration

• Rotagrid Octa 135cm
• Bag

Elinchrom are a Swiss studio lighting manufacture famed for their consistent innovation and being at the forefront of both portable and studio photographic lighting equipment. Since the start in 1962 Elinchrom have continued to develop and innovate flash lighting, groundbreaking products. Elinchrom studio and portable lighting solutions are available for both professionals and those just getting started with flash photography.

Elinchrom Rotagrid Indirect Octa 150cm with 30° Beam angle. A softbox with a grid gives you more control of the angle of light while maintaining its softness. A compatible Rotagrid is available for every size and shape of Rotalux Softboxes; ranging from Square, Recta, Strip and Octa to Elinchrom’s signature shape, Deep Octa.

30° Beam angle

Further control the spread of light or add new style to your images.

Rigid and tough

Constructed from a durable, lightweight fabric Rotagrids are structured to retain shape over time and maintain accuracy.

Quick set-up and take-down

Rotagrids attach swiftly via hook and loop fasteners and fold down flat for storage and transport. Rotagrid grids can be mounted on the front diffuser fabric using Velcro attachment points. Alternatively, the front diffuser of the softbox can be removed if a harder light is desired. Note that this type of grid bulges outward if the softbox is tilted sharply forward.

Hard to misplace

All Rotagrids include a storage pouch with clear labeling to help keep things organized and accessible.

Set configuration

• Rotagrid Indirect Octa 150cm
• Bag

Elinchrom Rotagrid Octa 175 cm with 30° Beam angle. A softbox with a grid gives you more control of the angle of light while maintaining its softness. A compatible Rotagrid is available for every size and shape of Rotalux Softboxes; ranging from Square, Recta, Strip and Octa to Elinchrom’s signature shape, Deep Octa.

30° Beam angle

Further control the spread of light or add new style to your images.

Rigid and tough, quick set-up and take-down

Constructed from a durable, lightweight fabric Rotagrids are structured to retain shape over time and maintain accuracy. Rotagrids attach swiftly via hook and loop fasteners and fold down flat for storage and transport. Rotagrid grids can be mounted on the front diffuser fabric using Velcro attachment points. Alternatively, the front diffuser of the softbox can be removed if a harder light is desired. Note that this type of grid bulges outward if the softbox is tilted sharply forward.

All Rotagrids include a storage pouch with clear labeling to help keep things organized and accessible.

Set configuration

• Rotagrid Octa 175cm
• Bag

Elinchrom are a Swiss studio lighting manufacture famed for their consistent innovation and being at the forefront of both portable and studio photographic lighting equipment. Since the start in 1962 Elinchrom have continued to develop and innovate flash lighting, groundbreaking products. Elinchrom studio and portable lighting solutions are available for both professionals and those just getting started with flash photography.

Elinchrom Rotagrid Deep Octa 70 cm with 30° Beam angle. A softbox with a grid gives you more control of the angle of light while maintaining its softness. A compatible Rotagrid is available for every size and shape of Rotalux Softboxes; ranging from Square, Recta, Strip and Octa to Elinchrom’s signature shape, Deep Octa.

30° Beam angle

Further control the spread of light or add new style to your images.

Rigid and tough, quick set-up and take-down

Constructed from a durable, lightweight fabric Rotagrids are structured to retain shape over time and maintain accuracy. Rotagrids attach swiftly via hook and loop fasteners and fold down flat for storage and transport. Rotagrid grids can be mounted on the front diffuser fabric using Velcro attachment points. Alternatively, the front diffuser of the softbox can be removed if a harder light is desired. Note that this type of grid bulges outward if the softbox is tilted sharply forward.

All Rotagrids include a storage pouch with clear labeling to help keep things organized and accessible.

Set configuration

• Rotagrid Deep Octa 70cm
• Bag

Elinchrom Rotagrid Square 100 x 100 cm with 30° Beam angle. A softbox with a grid gives you more control of the angle of light while maintaining its softness. A compatible Rotagrid is available for every size and shape of Rotalux Softboxes; ranging from Square, Recta, Strip and Octa to Elinchrom’s signature shape, Deep Octa.

30° Beam angle

Further control the spread of light or add new style to your images.

Rigid and tough, quick set-up and take-down

Constructed from a durable, lightweight fabric Rotagrids are structured to retain shape over time and maintain accuracy. Rotagrids attach swiftly via hook and loop fasteners and fold down flat for storage and transport. Rotagrid grids can be mounted on the front diffuser fabric using Velcro attachment points. Alternatively, the front diffuser of the softbox can be removed if a harder light is desired. Note that this type of grid bulges outward if the softbox is tilted sharply forward.

All Rotagrids include a storage pouch with clear labeling to help keep things organized and accessible.

Set configuration

• Rotagrid Square 100x100cm
• Bag

Elinchrom Grid suitable for Rotalux Go Octabox 60cm. This grid is included as standard when purchasing the Elinchrom Rotalux Go Octabox 60cm (EL-26634). The grid is mounted on the front of the softbox with Velcro that is mounted on the grid and around the inside of the front of the softbox reflective fabric. By mounting the grid on the softbox, light scattering is reduced and the photographer has greater control over how the light falls on the subject while maintaining the soft light character of the softbox where the light hits.

Items included

• Grid 60cm (fits Rotalux Go Octabox)

Elinchrom Grid suitable for Rotalux Go Rectabox 55x75cm. This grid is included as standard when purchasing the Elinchrom Rotalux Go Rectabox 55x75cm (EL-26633). The grid is mounted on the front of the softbox with Velcro that is mounted on the grid and around the inside of the front of the softbox reflective fabric. By mounting the grid on the softbox, light scattering is reduced and the photographer has greater control over how the light falls on the subject while maintaining the soft light character of the softbox where the light hits.

Items included

• Grid 55x75cm (fits Rotalux Go Rectabox)

Elinchrom Grid suitable for Rotalux Go Stripbox 35x75cm. This grid is included as standard when purchasing the Elinchrom Rotalux Go Stripbox 35x75cm (EL-26632). The grid is mounted on the front of the softbox with Velcro that is mounted on the grid and around the inside of the front of the softbox reflective fabric. By mounting the grid on the softbox, light scattering is reduced and the photographer has greater control over how the light falls on the subject while maintaining the soft light character of the softbox where the light hits.

Items included

• Grid 35x75cm fits Rotalux Go Stripbox