Godox BDR-W550 Beauty Dish - 55cm - White
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The Godox BDR-W550 55cm white beauty dish is an essential lighting modifier for portrait, beauty, and fashion photographers who want to achieve a professional, high-contrast look with soft, natural skin tones. By utilizing a central deflector to bounce light into the white interior, it provides a unique balance of soft illumination and crisp detail that creates stunning catchlights in the subject's eyes. While it is highly effective for controlled studio environments, users should note that its rigid construction makes it less portable than folding softboxes or umbrellas.
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FAQs
Does this beauty dish come with a grid?
No, this kit includes the dish, a deflector, and a diffusion cloth. Grids are sold separately.
Can I use this with speedlights?
You will need a S-type Bowens mount adapter to attach this dish to a standard speedlight.
Is the white interior better than a silver one?
A white interior produces softer, more natural light, whereas silver provides higher contrast and more intense specular highlights.
What is the diameter of the dish?
This model is 55cm (approximately 22 inches) in diameter.
How do I install the diffusion cloth?
The cloth features an elastic band that stretches over the outer rim of the beauty dish.
Troubleshooting
The dish feels wobbly on the flash unit.
Check that the Bowens mount locking mechanism is fully engaged and the three pins are properly seated in the flash's slots.
The light output is uneven or has a central hotspot.
Ensure the central deflector disc is properly screwed in and centered, and not bent or obstructed.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Delivers professional-grade beauty and portrait lighting
- Creates attractive, natural catchlights in the eyes
- Includes a diffusion cloth for versatile light output
- Wide compatibility via industry-standard Bowens mount
Cons
- Rigid metal design is bulkier to transport than fabric softboxes
- Requires a sturdy light stand due to its width and depth
- Not intended for outdoor use without heavy sandbagging
Setup, Compatibility & Care
To set up the BDR-W550, simply align the Bowens mount of the beauty dish with the face of your studio flash, insert the pins into the notches, and rotate clockwise until it clicks into place. Ensure your light stand is properly balanced, as the 55cm width can catch wind or shift if the center of gravity is not centered.
For care and maintenance:
- Clean the interior with a soft, dry microfiber cloth to remove dust.
- Avoid using harsh chemicals on the white coating.
- Store in a safe location to prevent denting, as the metal dish is prone to warping if dropped.
- Hand wash the diffusion cloth in cool water with mild detergent if it becomes soiled.