Chimera Pro Panel Kit 48 with 48" x 48" Folding Frame

Chimera Pro Panel Kit 48: 4x4 Diffusion and Reflector Frame Kit

The Chimera Pro Panel Kit 48 (SKU 5610) is a complete 48" x 48" (122 x 122 cm) panel frame kit that includes a collapsible aluminum frame, a 1/2 Grid diffusion fabric, a White/Black reflector fabric, and a compact storage duffel. It gives photographers and filmmakers one portable 4x4 frame that can soften a hard light source, bounce fill, or add negative fill, all from a single kit.

The frame is handcrafted from aluminum in Colorado, USA, uses internal elastic shock cord for fast assembly, and mounts to a standard 2.5" grip head or a Chimera Panel Clamp (sold separately). It is backed by Chimera's five-year warranty against defects.

What's in the box

• 1 × 48" x 48" (122 x 122 cm) Chimera Panel Frame
• 1 × 1/2 Grid Panel Fabric (diffusion)
• 1 × White/Black Reflector Panel Fabric
• 1 × Compact Panel Duffel

Key features

• Durable aluminum construction built to hold up to daily use on set and on location.
• Shock-corded frame sections stay connected, so the frame goes together in seconds with no loose parts to lose.
• Grip-standard mounting works with any 2.5" grip head on a C-stand, or with the optional Chimera Panel Clamp.
• Two fabrics, three jobs: 1/2 Grid for diffusion, white side for soft bounce, black side for negative fill and flagging spill.
• Packs into one duffel for easy transport and storage.
• Handcrafted in Colorado, USA and covered by a five-year warranty against defects.

Specifications

Who is the Pro Panel Kit 48 for?

This kit suits interview and documentary crews, corporate video producers, portrait and headshot photographers, and small film sets that need a manageable 4x4 modifier. The 48" size is large enough to wrap soft light around a single subject while still fitting in tight rooms and traveling easily between locations.

How to use it on set

• Soften a key light: Place the 1/2 Grid fabric between an LED panel, fresnel, or strobe and your subject for a larger, gentler source.
• Bounce fill: Aim the white side of the reflector back toward the subject to lift shadows without adding another light.
• Add contrast: Turn the black side toward the subject for negative fill, or use it to block spill from windows and practicals.
• Soften sunlight outdoors: Rig the diffusion overhead or to the side to tame harsh midday sun on faces.

Frequently asked questions

What size is the Chimera Pro Panel Kit 48?

The frame measures 48" x 48", which is 122 x 122 cm, commonly called a 4x4.

What fabrics come with the Pro Panel Kit 48?

The kit includes one 1/2 Grid diffusion fabric and one reversible White/Black reflector fabric.

How do I mount the Chimera 48" panel frame?

Mount it in a standard 2.5" grip head on a C-stand, or use a Chimera Panel Clamp. Neither the stand nor the clamp is included.

Can I add more fabrics to the frame later?

Yes. The kit is an entry point to Chimera's Panel Frame System, and additional 48" x 48" Chimera panel fabrics can be used on the same frame.

Is a stand included?

No. You will need a C-stand or light stand with a grip head, or a stand paired with a Chimera Panel Clamp.

Where is the Pro Panel Kit 48 made, and what is the warranty?

The frame is handcrafted in Colorado, USA, and Chimera backs it with a five-year warranty against defects.

Downloads

• Chimera Panel Frame Instructions (PDF)
• Chimera Panel Frame Tech Sheet (PDF)