Elinchrom Rotagrid 35 x 100 cm is a rectangular strip softbox engineered for controlled, directional light shaping in studio and location photography. The long, narrow format creates even, elongated highlights and a natural fall-off. Supplied with a honeycomb rotagrid, the unit reduces light spill and tightens the beam for greater control over contrast and edge definition. The softbox is compatible with Elinchrom mounts and standard studio flash heads, providing a reliable modifier for portrait, fashion, product and rim-light applications.
Advantages
The strip shape produces narrow, continuous catchlights and consistent side lighting across subjects, while the included rotagrid narrows the beam to prevent unwanted illumination of backgrounds. Lightweight construction and a slim rectangular profile make the softbox easy to position and adjust. The internal diffusion yields soft, even light with defined edges when used with the grid, enabling both soft wraps and precise highlighting depending on placement.
Suitable for
- Portrait photography to create attractive catchlights and controlled side light
- Fashion and editorial setups requiring narrow, directional highlights
- Product and still-life photography for controlled rim and edge separation
- Rim and hair lighting to isolate subjects from backgrounds
Key specifications
- Shape: Rectangular strip softbox
- Size: 35 x 100 cm (approximate usable surface)
- Includes: Honeycomb rotagrid for beam control
- Compatibility: Elinchrom-style speedring/mount for studio flash heads
- Light quality: Soft diffusion with controlled spill when used with grid
- Construction: Collapsible frame with internal diffuser fabric
How to use
Attach the softbox to a compatible Elinchrom mount on your studio flash head and secure the rotagrid over the front opening to narrow the light spread. Position the strip softbox at the desired angle and distance to shape the light: closer placement increases softness and wrap, while greater distance tightens the beam and increases contrast. Use the rotagrid when you need to prevent light from hitting the background or to emphasize edges and texture; remove it when a softer, more diffuse wrap is required.
Usage recommendations
For portrait and fashion work, place the softbox vertically to create elongated catchlights and even side lighting. For rim lighting, position it behind or to the side of the subject and aim slightly toward the edge you want to separate. Combine with flags or negative fill to further control spill and preserve background darkness.
