Nanlite Lantern 120cm Softbox with Bowens Mount

$150.00 /day

An industrial-grade, extra-large 47-inch (120cm) spherical omnidirectional lantern softbox featuring a universal Bowens mount, now available for professional gear rental in Hong Kong. Engineered to deliver a colossal wall of shadow-free overhead wrap light for grand-scale video sets and commercial spaces.

A 10% damage waiver fee will be applied to your order in the rental basket unless proof of own insurance can be supplied.

The Nanlite Lantern 120cm Softbox with Bowens Mount is a heavyweight champion in the arena of grand-scale, soft ambient lighting infrastructure, making it an incredibly prized asset for renting in Hong Kong. Moving completely away from standard directional softboxes that restrict light into a tight path, this massive 47-inch “China Ball” style modifier features a scientifically calculated, 270-degree spherical layout. Constructed around a heavy-duty mechanical skeleton frame, it expands smoothly into a colossal round footprint that effortlessly raises the baseline exposure of an entire studio floor or expansive interior venue within seconds.

When executing an equipment hire for heavy-duty commercial projects, grand interview stages, high-end lookbooks, or multi-person television setups, creating a completely seamless, shadow-free overhead wrap light is mandatory on HK production sets. The premium, color-neutral technical diffusion fabric blends hotspots flawlessly, spreading soft illumination edge-to-edge across the giant surface. This premium Hong Kong rental package comes equipped with an integrated skirt control set. The adjustable hook-and-loop fabric black skirts allow local creators to independently roll up or drop down sections to physically flag and block light from spilling onto background sets. Featuring a native Bowens mount, it pairs perfectly with high-output continuous LED fixtures and compatible studio flash heads.

Applicable Scenarios:

Grand-Scale Video Interviews & Multi-Person Talk Shows: Suspended on a heavy-duty boom arm or truss layout over large panel sets to create a giant, ultra-soft top-down source that beautifully wraps across multiple speakers simultaneously.
Expansive HK Commercial, Film & Event Sets: Deployed centrally inside large commercial sound stages or high-ceiling venues across Kwun Tong or Chai Wan, raising the baseline ambient exposure naturally to mimic uniform skylight or diffuse daylight fill.
Large-Scale E-Commerce & Fashion Lookbooks: Delivers a giant wall of soft, shadow-free full-body wrapping light during fast-paced continuous shoots in large studio spaces.

Massive 47-Inch Extra-Large Footprint: 120cm spherical profile projects a colossal 270-degree pool of diffuse ambient light for flawless grand-scale room illumination.
Integrated Skirt Control Fabric Panels: Includes detachable multi-segmented black fabric flags to easily control spill and shape the beam boundaries on set.
Universal Native Bowens Speedring: Adapts seamlessly with an endless array of high-output Bowens mount continuous LED fixtures (such as Nanlite Forza 500 II/720B, Aputure Light Storm series) and compatible strobes.
Rapid Mechanical Quick-Setup Build: Features a clever high-tension mechanical framework that pops up and locks into place within seconds without manual structural rod threading.
Zero Color Shift Technical Diffusion: Tailored from premium optical diffusion fabrics that scatter light cleanly without introducing unwanted color temperature shifts.

Nanlite Lantern 120cm Spherical Softbox Fabric Shell x 1
Integrated High-Tension Quick-Release Mechanical Speedring Frame x 1
Detachable 4-Section Fabric Black Control Skirt Set x 1
Dedicated Reinforced Fabric Transport Carrying Bag x 1
(Note: This rental listing covers the standalone extra-large lantern softbox structure and control skirts. Continuous LED lights, heavy-duty light stands, extension booms, and flashes are available for rent separately at our HK studio.)

Q: Can I use a standard lightweight stand for this extra-large 120cm lantern softbox?
A: Absolutely not. Due to its massive 47-inch diameter, structural volume, and front-heavy physics when mounted, we strictly prohibit using lightweight travel stands. For safety and stability on set, it must be mounted on a heavy-duty C-Stand or a robust rolling stand heavily secured with sandbags, especially when boomed over talent.
Q: Can I use this Nanlite Lantern softbox on heavy studio flash monolights?
A: Yes, provided the studio strobe features a native Bowens mount (such as Godox AD600 Pro, etc.). However, because the closed spherical structural capsule naturally traps heat inside, we strongly advise turning off or dimming high-wattage tungsten halogen modeling lamps (like 300W/500W bulbs) during prolonged indoor sessions to prevent heat damage to the internal frame. It is 100% safe with cool-running LED modeling sources and continuous video lights.
Q: What is the primary operational benefit of using a 120cm lantern over the smaller 80cm version?
A: While the 80cm version is excellent for tight locations and single subjects, the massive 120cm footprint provides a significantly broader pool of illumination and an even softer light quality with more gentle shadow fall-off. This extra volume allows you to light much larger physical sets and multiple subjects simultaneously with a single overhead fixture.
Q: How is the rental fee calculated?
A: The rental fee is calculated on a 24-hour basis per rental period at Dream Scenes Studio Hong Kong.
Q: Is a deposit required?
A: Yes, a corresponding deposit is required for all equipment rentals in HK.
Q: What payment methods are accepted for the deposit?
A: We accept credit card authorization for the deposit, which is fast and convenient for local and international crews.