Collapsible reflectors
Lastolite HaloCompact £69/$80
Where a standard pop-up reflector usually collapses down to around one third its open diameter, the HaloCompact packs into a carry case just 27x7x7cm and weighs a mere 335g, yet opens up to a very versatile 82cm diameter. It’s available with silver/white surfaces, or there’s a two-stop diffuser version. Both feature a handle that incorporates a quarter-inch thread to attach the panel to a tripod head.
The remarkable space-saving design is thanks to Lastolite’s RapidExoframe collapsible lightweight aluminium frame, which quickly slots together like a tent pole. The fabric then simply clips to the frame.
In reality, the 12 clips can be a little fiddly and stiff to attach, especially when you tighten the fabric with
