Heavy Duty C Stand with Boom Arm Stainless Steel C Light Stand for Photography, Max Height 10.5ft/320cm, with 4.2ft/128cm Holding Arm, for Studio, Reflector, Umbrella, Softbox

I recently upgraded my studio setup with the C Stand with Boom Arm Stainless Steel Heavy Duty Light Stand, and it has quickly become an indispensable part of my photography equipment.Pros:Sturdy Construction: Made from high-quality stainless steel, this C stand is incredibly robust and durable. It holds my heaviest lights and modifiers without any wobble or risk of tipping over.Versatile Boom Arm: The included boom arm adds significant versatility, allowing for precise positioning of lights and accessories. It’s perfect for overhead lighting, backlighting, or holding reflectors and flags.Adjustable Height: The stand adjusts smoothly to various heights, accommodating different shooting scenarios. Whether I need a low-angle shot or high overhead lighting, this stand meets my needs.Secure Locking Mechanisms: The locking knobs and clamps are solid and secure. They keep the boom arm and stand extensions firmly in place, ensuring safety and stability during shoots.Easy Assembly and Portability: Despite its heavy-duty build, the stand is relatively easy to assemble and disassemble. It also folds down to a manageable size for transport and storage.Cons:Weight: The heavy-duty construction comes with added weight, making it less portable compared to lighter stands. It's ideal for studio use but can be cumbersome for on-location shoots.Price Point: This C stand is pricier than some other light stands on the market. However, the quality and durability justify the cost for serious photographers and videographers.No Carrying Case: The stand does not come with a carrying case, which would have been a nice addition for protecting the stand during transport.Conclusion:The C Stand with Boom Arm Stainless Steel Heavy Duty Light Stand is a must-have for any serious photography studio. Its sturdy build, versatile boom arm, and secure locking mechanisms make it a reliable choice for supporting heavy lights and accessories. While it may be heavier and more expensive than some alternatives, the investment pays off in durability and performance. Highly recommended for those looking to elevate their studio lighting setup.

Overall this is a nice stand with some interesting touches such as umbrella holder and ergonomic tightening screws. Its appearance is very professional compared to the cheap-looking black stands most manufacturers make these days.HOWEVER, looks can be deceiving as this is really a very light, er, light stand that someone in marketing had the bright idea of painting in stainless steel color to make it look like a professional c-stand. IT IS NOT.The stand is as lightweight as its cheap-looking counterparts, which may be good for your use, but will not provide the strength for heavy lighting fixtures or heavy duty boom arms. I wouldn't like to toss it around like most professionals do when moving these around.If you're aware of the fact that it is a light-duty stand and treat it delicately, this can solve many issues in a production. A good choice if you're using it inside a studio and don't plan on trudging it around to many exterior shoots. Just remember not to load it with heavy equipment and, of course, add your sand bags as a counter weight to avoid mishaps.Overall, go ahead and buy it, it's a good deal for what it is!

This is a nice, solid stainless steel light stand. It holds my Godox speedlight with ease and extends upwards of 9 feet, though I haven't used it at full height yet, mostly for fear of it falling over. There is of course the option of throwing a sand bag over the bars at the bottom, but I'd still be a bit nervous at 9 feet.The stand is easy to adjust and extend. The extensions are all spring cushioned, which is nice, but not super necessary. The stand is easy to lock in place and if for some reason the extensions failed from a height of 9 feet, I'm doubtful the springs would help much.The one thing this stand doesn't have is a storage/carrying bag. I'm mostly going to use it in one location, but most other stands and tripods I have come with bags, which, if nothing else, keep them from collecting dust.Bag gripe aside, this is a excellent stand and I would recommend it!

For the money, this compares very favorably with the nice expensive old school stands that cost WAY more. The fit and finish is not as refined, but the stability and durability seem to be up to par. Heavy duty knobs and hardware, but the tubing feels lighter. Strong enough for most folks I believe, but if you need bombproof this may not quite be heavy duty enough.

Very sturdy and stable light stand for the price! :)It did surprise me how sturdy this light stand is for the price below $60Compare to those pro-grade, several hundreds dollars 💵 price point light stand, definitelythis is much less than that. But for simple use as a light stand, it is more than enough.I'm using this with my heaviest 150W COB light, attaching 90cm/35in Aputure Light Dome III Lighting Soft Box and this Light stand it holds pretty well. I don't even need to use a sandbags. (Well I do use it just in case, but you really don't need it lol )

This is a solidly constructed light stand. No chinsy lightweight parts here. The bottom of each telescopic section is spring cushioned to prevent it from slamming onto the bottom when you release the set screw. I wouldn't test that if you have a heavy speedlight attached though. Did I mentioned that it go up to over 9 feet. Perfect for getting that light up high for that outdoor shot.

Honestly, I was really really impressed with this stand's build quality and its weight. It's not very heavy, which makes it easy to move around, compared to other stands that I have that I just dread doing anything with. This one can hold up most of my lights fairly decently, and while it's no c-stand, it gets the job done for most lighting situations.