A relatively new American company called LumenArc has just introduced interesting and innovative electronically adjustable light diffusion frames: the Active Diffusion. Available in 24×36 and 40×40 sizes, these frames come with a handheld controller capable of precisely modifying the diffuser’s opacity, so you can dial in the amount of diffusion you want for your shot. Let’s take a closer look at these two lighting modifiers! Electronically adjustable light diffusion isn’t new. Indeed, the British manufacturer Rotolight first introduced its SmartSoft technology with the Titan X2 RGBWW LED light in 2019 and then, in September 2022, the company introduced the SmartSoft Box for AEOS 2 lights. However, the Active Diffusion by LumenArc is probably the first electronically adjustable light diffusion frame ever released. LumenArc Active Diffusion. Image credit: LumenArc LumenArc Active Diffusion – features The LumenArc Active Diffusion frames are available in two industry-standard sizes: 24×36 and 40×40. The frames are made of “aluminum, fiberglass, and scratch-resistant polycarbonate,” according to the company. The 24×36 model weighs 4.2 lbs/1.9kg, while the 40×40 version weighs 13.1 lbs/5.9kg. Also, the 24×36 frame is designed to be attached to a traditional grip head, while the 40×40 model comes with its own yoke. Finally, I was surprised by how thin the Active Diffusion frames are: only 8.6mm/0.34″! The amount of diffusion can be adjusted using a handheld controller. Image credit: LumenArc Each frame has a ballast/handheld controller that powers the frame and lets you adjust and change the diffusion strength. The ballast is reasonably tiny and...
Published By: CineD - Thursday, 16 March, 2023