Elinchrom Rotalux Deep Octa 100 cm gives you soft, directional light with more control and definition than a standard octa. A strong choice for portraits, beauty and fashion photography.
Like all Rotalux softboxes, it is built for fast setup and dependable use. The proven folding design allows it to open and close with the same simplicity as an umbrella, making it practical both in the studio and on location. With its deep construction and included diffusers, the Deep Octa 100 cm gives you the flexibility to move from soft, even illumination to a crisper, more direct look depending on how you choose to shape the light.
- Deep octa shape, 100 cm: Ideal for portraits, beauty, fashion and other setups where soft but directional light is needed.
- Soft light with greater control: The deep design reduces spill and helps create a more focused light pattern.
- Natural round catchlights: The octagonal shape produces clean, circular reflections that enhance the eyes in portrait work.
- Adaptable light character: Use the diffusers to create softer light, or remove them for a more direct and contrast-rich result.
- Compatible with optional accessories: Supports Deflector Set for additional light shaping possibilities.
- Fast setup and breakdown: The folding design makes the softbox quick to assemble, pack down and transport.
Designed for soft, directional light
The Rotalux Deep Octa 100 cm is designed to deliver a soft and even light with more direction and definition than a standard octagonal softbox. Its deeper profile helps narrow the spread, making it easier to control the light and place it precisely where you want it. This makes it a strong choice for photographers who want flattering light with a little more shape, whether they are working with portraits, beauty or editorial subjects.
From soft diffusion to a more direct look
The Deep Octa 100 cm gives you flexibility in how the light is shaped. With the diffusers in place, it produces a smooth and even light with gentle transitions. Remove the front diffuser, or both layers, and the light becomes more direct and contrast-rich. This makes it easy to adapt the same softbox to different visual styles, from clean portrait light to a more sculpted look with greater edge and definition.
Round catchlights for natural-looking portraits
One of the key strengths of the octa shape is the quality of the catchlights it creates. The Rotalux Deep Octa 100 cm produces natural, round reflections in the eyes, which helps portraits feel more open, alive and balanced. For photographers working with people, this is one of the reasons the Deep Octa has become such a widely used shape.
Compatible with Elinchrom Deflectors
Thanks to Elinchrom’s centered umbrella shaft design, the Deep Octa 100 cm can also be used with the Deflector Set. Gold, silver and translucent deflectors allow you to refine the character of the light further by adjusting softness, contrast and colour response. Used without diffusers, this combination can also create a more direct light quality reminiscent of a beauty dish, while retaining the flexibility of a softbox.
Built for practical workflows
Like other Rotalux softboxes, the Deep Octa 100 cm is designed for quick setup and reliable handling. The folding construction makes it easy to move between lighting setups or locations, helping you work more efficiently whether you are in the studio or on location.
Please note
Speedring is purchased separately.
