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from Honolulu, HI on 9/24/2008
Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 6' Retractable 5 Section Lightstand with 5/8" Mounting Stud, Black Anodized. (#3373):
excellent, collapses to a good portable size, great for multiple off camera flash set up
from Leawood, KS on 8/6/2008
Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 6' Retractable 5 Section Lightstand with 5/8" Mounting Stud, Black Anodized. (#3373):
Hotshoe attachment for flash is poor. Securing flash is nearly impossible and it comes mounted backwards.
from Baltimore, MD on 8/6/2008
Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 6' Retractable 5 Section Lightstand with 5/8" Mounting Stud, Black Anodized. (#3373):
This is a great stand when you're on the move. I can fit a couple of these in my standard backpack (Jansport) along w/the swivel adapters and double-fold umbrellas for the ultimate portable "studio". This works great with umbrellas or bare flash but it might be a little weak for large softboxes. If you're looking for a compact, reliable light stand, this is the one.
from Brisbane, Australia on 7/11/2008
Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 6' Retractable 5 Section Lightstand with 5/8" Mounting Stud, Black Anodized. (#3373):
I have a couple of these stands on the recommendations of many strobists. They are extremely well made and the legs fold back over the centre column which allows it to fit into a sports bag. It has quite a short length when folded.
from Dallas, TX on 6/12/2008
Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 6' Retractable 5 Section Lightstand with 5/8" Mounting Stud, Black Anodized. (#3373):
[...] as an initial setup for simple lighting, and it works like a champ.
from Minneapolis, MN on 5/8/2008
Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 6' Retractable 5 Section Lightstand with 5/8" Mounting Stud, Black Anodized. (#3373):
Great solid light stand. Folds down to compact size which makes it easy to transport. Bought second one because I like the first so well. Very adaptable. Great for stobist work.
from Northeast FL on 4/2/2008
Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 6' Retractable 5 Section Lightstand with 5/8" Mounting Stud, Black Anodized. (#3373):
very compact... and light weight... love it!
from Chicago, IL. on 1/21/2008
Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 6' Retractable 5 Section Lightstand with 5/8" Mounting Stud, Black Anodized. (#3373):
I use this to hold m E-TTL flash / umbrella combo.
Easy to bring around locations, folds easy and lenght is both good extended to full lenght or folded down. Light weight and clamps are strong.
Not the best / strongest lightstand, the legs can bent easily if you put enough weight on it but it's a lightstand NOT a tripod. Other than that, i'll bring this lightstand everywhere i go.
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from Brooklyn, NY on 10/1/2007
Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 6' Retractable 5 Section Lightstand with 5/8" Mounting Stud, Black Anodized. (#3373):
I love this lightstand.
I am using two Canon speedlights (one on the camera and the other one on this light stand) and its working great.
from Austin, TX on 2/20/2007
Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 6' Retractable 5 Section Lightstand with 5/8" Mounting Stud, Black Anodized. (#3373):
This is an ideal light stand for use with light strobes (such as hot shoe strobes).
The only downside is that the stand is only 6 ft tall but that is the price you pay for such compactness. With even a light breeze and an umbrella you will want some extra weight to stabilize the stand.