The Film Equipment Store is proud to be an authorised dealer for FJ Westcott.
Westcott produces high-end lighting equipment for photography and film use. Innovative designs and high-quality materials make Westcott one of the most trusted brands among photography pros.
Involved in manufacturing umbrellas since 1899 , Westcott has a long history of designing innovative, high-quality products. Now 120 years, 14 patents, and over 600 products later, they are still manufacturing durable, high-end lighting equipment for professional filmmakers and photographers across the globe.
Our History
1899
Our first factory is constructed in downtown Toledo, Ohio for manufacturing fashion umbrellas.
Within our first year of business, we were awarded our first patent for detachable umbrella handles.
Through the early 1900s, we became the industry leader in fashionable, high-quality umbrellas.
1944
Golf umbrellas are first designed by President C.H. Haas and VP of Sales Byron Nelson.
The following year, Byron Nelson set a record for 11 straight professional tournament victories.
Through the mid-1900s, we became the industry leader in golf umbrella design and manufacturing.
1965
The world’s first fiberglass umbrella frames are introduced, setting an industry-wide standard.
1969
At 15 years old, current F.J. Westcott Chairman Tom Waltz brings his ideas of photographic umbrellas to life.
1984
Tom designs and patents the Halo, the world’s first photographic softbox featuring an umbrella-style frame.
1988
The Apollo modifier is designed, patented, and introduced to the photography market.
We host our first photographic shootout, allowing trade show attendees to photograph models using our light modifiers. Shootouts have become a staple in the photo industry that many vendors still offer today.
1994
The Scrim Jim light control system is introduced and quickly becomes a celebrated tool among filmmakers and photographers.
2005
The original Spiderlite is designed and patented. It soon becomes a preferred light source in film studios and introduces the photographic industry to the power of continuous lighting.
2006
Former Westcott President Kelly Mondora brings her vision of Photo Basics, education-based lighting solutions, to life.
2012
The patented Ice Light is released to critical acclaim. It becomes a must-have light source for on-the-go photographers and filmmakers.
We moved from our original location to a larger office and warehouse in neighboring Maumee, Ohio.
2013
Travel-friendly Rapid Box speedlight softboxes are released. These all-inclusive, instant setup softboxes have become a preferred modifier for on-the-go photographers.
2014
We begin design concepts on a flexible and water-resistant LED panel.
We partner with Jerry Ghionis for the second time to design and release the world’s first 10-in-1 reflector, the Omega Reflector.
2015
The second version of the Ice Light is released. The Ice Light is awarded its patent.
The Flex is released to critical acclaim. These thin, patent-pending LED mats are the first pliable light sources designed for the photo and video industries.
We partner with world renowned headshot photographer Peter Hurley and release the Peter Hurley Flex Kit.
The Scrim Jim receives a revamp and is reintroduced as the Scrim Jim Cine.
2016
We partner with talented commercial photographer Joel Grimes to release a high-end collapsible beauty dish.
The Flex becomes patented. The Flex line of flexible LED mats continues to grow in the filmmaking and photography industry.
2018
Lighting Evolved with the Flex Cine System. Our pliable LED mats are redesigned with RGBW, smart wireless DMX dimmer, V-mount power, softboxes, grids and more.
The Switch Series is unveiled. The world’s fastest softboxes gain the ability to "switch with you" as the Rapid Box and Beauty Dish are redesigned with interchangeable inserts and modifiers.
Westcott Flex Cine Softbox 1 x 1'
Westcott Flex Cine Softbox 1 x 1' - 7611 Key Features Hook-and-Loop to S...
Westcott Flex Cine Softbox 1 x 1' - 7611 Key Features Hook-and-Loop to Scrim Jim Cine Frame Collapses Flat for Transport Flexible Plastic Plating Smooth Nylon Exterior Finish Westcott Flex Cine Softbox 1x1 Overview The Flex Cine Softbox 1 x 1' from Westcott attaches to the optional Westcott 1 x 1' Scrim Jim Cine Frame to let you direct and diffuse Flex 1 x 1' LED mats. It secures to the Scrim Jim using integrated industrial-grade hook-and-loop strips, and ...
€115
Westcott Flex Cine Daylight Mat 1-Light Set (1 ...
Westcott Flex Cine Daylight Mat 1-Light Set (1 x 1') - 7703 Key Features 1...
Westcott Flex Cine Daylight Mat 1-Light Set (1 x 1') - 7703 Key Features 1 x Daylight 1 x 1' Mat, US/CA Plug Pliable Design, 140 to 360° Coverage Mat is IP64 Water-Resistant Color: 5600K, CRI/TLCI: 97/96 Wescott has put together the 1 x 1' Flex Cine Daylight Mat 1-Light Set to serve as a core setup that's ideal for product, ecommerce, and portraiture. The kit includes one 1 x 1' Daylight Mat that comes with a dimmer, AC adapter, power cord, and shoulder str...
€619
Westcott Flex Cine Bi-Color 1-Light Gear Kit (1...
Westcott Flex Cine Bi-Color 1-Light Gear Kit (1 x 2') - 7639 Key Features 1 ...
Westcott Flex Cine Bi-Color 1-Light Gear Kit (1 x 2') - 7639 Key Features 1 x Bi-Color 1 x 2' Mat 1 x Dimmer, 1 x AC Adapter 1 x Power Cord, 1 x Hard Diffusion Panel 1 x Grip Head, 1 x Shoulder Strap Wescott has put together the 1 x 2' Flex Cine Bi-Color 1-Light Gear Kit to serve as a core setup for the traveling image-maker. The kit includes one 1 x 2' Bi-Color Mat that comes with a dimmer, AC adapter, power cord, grip head, Flex yoke, Flex frame, shoulder strap, ...
€2.100
Westcott Flex Cine Bi-Color 1-Light Gear Kit (1...
Westcott Flex Cine Bi-Color 1-Light Gear Kit (1 x 1') - 7638 ...
Westcott Flex Cine Bi-Color 1-Light Gear Kit (1 x 1') - 7638 Key Features 1 x Bi-Color 1 x 1' Mat 1 x Dimmer, 1 x AC Adapter 1 x Power Cord, 1 x Hard Diffusion Panel 1 x Grip Head, 1 x Shoulder Strap Wescott has put together the 1 x 1' Flex Cine Bi-Color 1-Light Gear Kit to serve as a core setup for the traveling image-maker. The kit includes one 1 x 1' Bi-Color Mat that comes with a dimmer, AC adapter, power cord, grip head, Flex yoke, Flex ...
€1.500
Westcott Flex Cine Bi-Color Mat 1-Light Kit (1 ...
Westcott Flex Cine Bi-Color Mat 1-Light Kit (1 x 1') - 7701 Westcot...
Westcott Flex Cine Bi-Color Mat 1-Light Kit (1 x 1') - 7701 Westcott has put together this 1 x 1' Flex Cine Bi-Color Mat 1-Light Kit to offer image-makers a unique, very low profile light source with color temperature and power options. The kit includes a flexible, IP64 water-resistant mat with 2800 to 6000K variable color capability, a 0 to 100% dimmer with a shoulder strap that accepts V-mount batteries, and a power adapter with cord. Westcott Flex Cin...
€1.129
Westcott Flex Cine Bi-Color LED 2-Light Travel ...
Westcott Flex Cine Bi-Color LED 2-Light Travel Kit (1 x 1') - 7657 Key Featu...
Westcott Flex Cine Bi-Color LED 2-Light Travel Kit (1 x 1') - 7657 Key Features 2 x Bi-Color 1 x 1' Mats 2 x Dimmers, Shoulder Straps 2 x Softboxes, 2 x Soft Diffusers 8 x Scrim Jim 10" Tubes Westcott has put together the 1 x 1' Flex Cine Bi-Color LED 2-Light Travel Kit for image-makers on the road who require their own portable power source for location shooting. The kit includes two 1 x 1' Bi-Color LED Mats, each with a dimmer, soft...
€4.200