p.2 #1 · Round head vs rectangular head - is there really any difference?
pasblues wrote:
I see people using softboxes with round head vs rectangular head flashes and what could possibly be the difference?
If it's in a softbox, no discernable difference at all. I'm sure someone will have a comparison picture of the diffuser that looks a bit different, but on the subject it's not worthwhile.
If bouncing, no difference at all.
If direct flash - your image is 3:2, which roughly matches the pattern from a rectangular speedlight. So no difference that matters.
It's the latest thing, looks cool, is harder to pack, costs more.