One of the advantages of a reflector is
that reflected light can never be more powerful than the original light.
Therefore reflected light never overpower the primary light source.
How would reflector improve the image
The result is less dramatic contrast and
softer light. The differential in light quality and intensity helps to give
form to the subject. Reflector help to add light in shadow areas.
Reflective surface should be white and
preferably uncolored, silver produce more contrast and gold more warm.
Soft box
Produce a diffused light much like
sunlight on a cloudy day, they are ideal for use in fashion and portrait.
Barn doors
Limit light spill in areas where
illumination isn’t required.
Snoot
Funnel light is typically used to
highlight key features of a subject.