Reflector kits - 5 in 1 vs. 6 in 1?

[kketterman84]

I'm looking to buy a 5-in-1 OR 6-in-1 reflector kit mainly for outdoor/natural light portraits...I'm really drawn to the 6-in-1 because of the shape, slightly larger size and additional uses, but I'm not sure if it's worth the price difference?

This is my first post so I can't post links, but I'm looking at the Westcott brand 5-in-1 and 6-in-1 kits. Pricing:

5-in-1 Reflector kit ~$33
5-in-1 Reflector kit with stand ~$85

6-in-1 Reflector kit ~$100
6-in-1 Reflector kit with stand ~$200

Thank you very much in advance for your advice!
Kristy

 

[kketterman84]

Anyone?

 

[KmH]

Westcott makes good stuff.

You'll need stand weights if you use the reflectors with stands.

Ankle weights from the sporting goods section of Wal-Mart work ok for that.

You might want to consider rectangular reflectors, they tend to be more useful: http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/62768-REG/Westcott_3559_Illuminator_3x4_One_Stop.html. They have a 2 stop, too.

 

[kketterman84]

Thanks for the tip on the DIY sandbags!

I think it'd be out of my price range to get several rectangular ones, but thank you for the tip!

Of the two options I posted would you say the shape of the 6-in-1 would be a better choice?
I'm also wondering if having the 2 stop option as well as it being 42" instead of 40.5" would make enough of a difference to justify the price?