Westcott Eyelighter 3

Westcott Eyelighter 3: Shape polished catchlights in portraits

A headshot set can benefit from a catchlight that follows the curve of the eye rather than appearing as a straight strip. The Westcott Eyelighter 3 is a large, curved clamshell reflector measuring 138.4 × 63 × 53.8 cm, made for portrait work where that distinctive reflection matters. Its curved shape produces a continuous-looking reflection in the eyes, bringing a recognisable finish to headshots, beauty images and fashion portraits. Three reflective fabrics are included, so the character of the reflected light can change with the look of the shoot: silver gives a punchier, higher-contrast result, white keeps the reflection softer and more natural, and the sunlight fabric adds warmth. That range makes the kit useful across different portrait styles without changing the reflector itself. The fabrics attach with hook-and-loop fasteners, and a locking tilt mechanism at the base holds the angle you set. Westcott has also revised the design for quicker setup than the previous version. The aluminium frame weighs 3.1 kg, and a padded travel case is included for packing the kit between studio sessions or taking it on location. It’s a specialist-shaped reflector rather than a small, general-purpose bounce card, so make sure its full size fits your working space.

Portrait Lighting Features

• Curved clamshell shape: The broad, curved reflector creates a continuous arc of reflected light in the subject’s eyes. That distinctive catchlight is especially relevant for close portrait work, including headshots and beauty photography.
• Silver reflective fabric: Choose the silver surface for a stronger, higher-contrast reflection. It gives portrait lighting a more pronounced character than the softer white option.
• White reflective fabric: The white surface returns light with a softer, more natural appearance. It’s a useful alternative when a bold, contrast-heavy reflection isn’t the look you’re after.
• Sunlight reflective fabric: This surface adds warm undertones to the reflected light. It offers a different colour character from the silver and white fabrics for portraits with a warmer finish.
• Interchangeable fabric attachments: Hook-and-loop fasteners hold the reflective fabrics in place and make them straightforward to swap. The three supplied surfaces change the light character while keeping the curved reflector format the same.
• Locking tilt mechanism: The base has a locking tilt adjustment for setting the reflector’s angle. Once positioned, the lock keeps that chosen angle in place during the session.
• Revised setup design: Westcott has updated the Eyelighter 3 for faster setup compared with the previous version. That’s a useful detail when the reflector needs to be assembled as part of a portrait shoot.

What's Included

• Westcott Eyelighter 3 reflector kit
• Aluminium frame
• Silver reflective fabric
• White reflective fabric
• Sunlight reflective fabric
• Padded travel case

Technical Specifications

• Brand: Westcott
• Model: Eyelighter 3
• Type: Curved clamshell reflector kit
• Intended photography: Portrait, headshot, beauty and fashion
• Dimensions: 138.4 × 63 × 53.8 cm
• Weight: 3.1 kg
• Frame material: Aluminium
• Reflective fabric materials: Polyester and nylon
• Reflective surfaces: Silver, white and sunlight
• Fabric attachment: Hook-and-loop fasteners
• Angle adjustment: Locking tilt mechanism at the base