Umbrella Walimex 17654 Black White 84 cm Diameter 255 g

The Walimex 17654 umbrella combines a reflex and a translucent umbrella in a single accessory. It has an outer reflex layer that is silver-coated on the inside and black on the outside, plus an inner white translucent layer that can be used separately by removing the outer layer. With a diameter of 84 cm and a weight of 255 g, this umbrella is designed for photographic use to provide effective light diffusion and soft, even illumination.

Advantages

The dual-layer construction offers flexibility: use the reflex layer for directed, contrast-rich light or remove it to obtain a soft, diffused translucent effect. The umbrella’s metal tip, frame and reinforced metal shaft end increase stability and durability while facilitating secure attachment to a flash reflector holder. Its build quality and neutral black-and-white finish make it suitable for a range of studio and on-location setups.

Suitable for

• Portrait photography as a main light
• Product photography requiring even illumination
• Lighting large areas and group shots
• Studio and location shoots where flexible diffusion is needed

Key specifications

• Model: Walimex 17654
• Diameter: 84 cm
• Weight: 255 g
• Color: black (outside reflex layer) and white (translucent inner layer)
• Construction: two-layer (outer reflex, inner translucent)
• Materials: metal tip, metal frame, reinforced metal shaft end
• MPN: 1017654
• EAN: 4250234576543

How to use

Mount the umbrella on a light stand or into the reflector holder of a flash unit using the reinforced metal shaft end. For reflex mode, keep the outer silver-coated layer in place with the black exterior to direct and shape light. For translucent mode, remove the outer layer and expose the inner white layer to create soft, diffused illumination. Position the umbrella at the desired distance and angle relative to the subject to control softness and shadow fall.

Usage recommendations

For portrait and product setups, start with the umbrella at medium distance from the subject and adjust distance to increase or decrease light softness. Use the reflex layer to add contrast or the translucent layer for even diffusion; combine with grid or barn doors on strobes only when the modifier and fitting are compatible.