NEEWER NS3U 165cm Parabolic Reflective Umbrella

The NEEWER NS3U is a 165cm parabolic photography umbrella with a silver interior and a detachable diffuser. Its reflective surface is described as producing more focused, contrasty light, while the diffuser is intended to soften highlights for portraits and beauty work.

At a glance

165cm parabolic umbrella with black exterior and silver reflective interior, according to the listing.
Detachable white diffuser attaches with touch fasteners to soften bright highlights.
Umbrella-style folding is described as quick to open and collapse, with a storage bag mentioned in the product title and feature text.
A built-in handle is intended for light stands, continuous lights or brackets with umbrella holes.

Price

£49.19Save 18%

Reference price: ~~£59.99~~

Price checked: 14 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

Silver reflective lining is described as producing focused light with more defined shadows, offering a contrastier alternative to diffused light.
The detachable diffuser allows a choice between a more defined reflective look and softer illumination.
The quick-fold design and claimed storage bag support packing and moving the umbrella between shoots.

Technical specifications

7 specifications

Identity
Brand	NEEWER
Model	NS3U

Listed product details
Screen size listed	65 Inches
Connection listed	USB

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions listed	165L x 62W x 62H centimetres
Weight listed	31.08 Ounces

Materials and protection
Water resistance listed	Not Water Resistant

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

The listing's technical details appear mismatched to a photography umbrella: it gives USB as the connection, a screen size of 65 Inches and dimensions of 165L x 62W x 62H centimetres, while the product title describes a 165cm umbrella. Treat these details as inconsistent, and confirm the actual packed and open dimensions and mounting arrangement before buying. The title and feature text mention a bag and diffuser, but the explicit contents list says only Reflector, Softbox, so accessory inclusion is not fully confirmed.

What’s in the box

ReflectorIncluded
SoftboxIncluded
Diffuser coverCheck selected pack
Storage bagCheck selected pack

Check which accessories are included in your selected pack before buying.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Portrait and beauty photographers who want a large reflective modifier and the option to soften it with a diffuser.
Studio or video creators whose light stand or bracket accepts an umbrella handle.

Less suited to

Buyers who need confirmed compatibility with a particular light mount or a verified complete accessory kit without checking the selected listing.

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Customer reviews on Amazon

4.5 / 5 · 68 ratings

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The supplied evidence contains aggregate ratings but no customer comments or aspect-level feedback. The rating distribution is mostly five-star, with ratings also spread across lower star levels, so it offers a generally positive but limited indication rather than explaining satisfaction or concerns. It cannot establish how the umbrella performs in practice or whether the listed kit details are accurate.

Frequently asked questions

What lighting effect is the silver interior intended to produce?

The listing describes it as reflecting more light into a more intense, focused beam with more defined shadows than a black-and-white version.

Can the light be softened?

A detachable white diffuser is described as attaching with touch fasteners to reduce bright highlights and create softer light.

What is included in the package?

The explicit box list names a reflector and softbox. The product title and feature text also mention a bag and diffuser, so confirm the selected listing's exact kit before ordering.

Will it fit my light stand or flash?

The listing says its built-in handle can attach to stands, continuous lights or brackets with umbrella holes. Check your equipment's mounting arrangement, as a specific mount standard is not given.