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Flat out Westcott The ubiquitous V-Flat gets a total rethink to make it more portable for use indoors or out location. Replacing fragile foam boards with a lightweight aluminium frame and machine-washable black & white fabric panels, the collapsible system packs into a compact carry case and assembles in under five minutes without tools. Measuring up to 208x213cm⁄ 82x84in when fully opened, it can be used for bounce lighting, negative fill, flagging stray light or as a freestanding backdrop. Magnetic support feet offer improved stability, making it a durable alternative to conventional foam-core V-Flats. The price is £254⁄$299. fjwestcott.com estcott has reinvented the studio V-Flat with a new portable design aimed at use in the studio and on
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September/October 2026
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