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[6 of 6 customers found this review helpful]
from New Orleans on 12/10/2010
Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 6' Retractable 5 Section Lightstand with 5/8" Mounting Stud, Black Anodized. (#3373):
First off, it's the lightstand recommended by Strobist. Ok, let's get past that.
This lightstand is a compromise. It's very lightweight, and it collapses extremely small. That's wonderful. I like that. Collapsed and with an umbrella bungied to it as recommended by Strobist, it is a very portable and nice bit of kit. But.......
This lightstand has three legs that do not make a very large footprint. With an umbrella attached, it will fall over in the slightest breeze. Some people recommend ankle weights to secure it, and a 5 pound ankle weight on each leg does work well. I suppose they carry around the ankle weights and continue to gloat about how light the lightstand is. For myself, I consider the 5001B to be a lightstand limited to indoors, or being held upright by an assistant if used outside with an umbrella. An alternative is to ditch the umbrella and bounce the speedlight off a wall, but then, you don't have total control of direction or distance.
Construction is what you expect from Manfrotto, although the materials are lightweight. The leg joints are riveted. Once the rivets wear out, they can easily be replaced with the same, or nuts and bolts.
As far as which light it can support, speedlights only. Don't even think about a monolight. The stand can manage it, but it will be grossly top heavy.
All in all, this is a lightstand directed towards a specific purpose...... traveling light and compact. It performs that role extremely well. The trade-off is a loss of stability once it is set up.
from NH on 10/31/2010
Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 6' Retractable 5 Section Lightstand with 5/8" Mounting Stud, Black Anodized. (#3373):
Use at home & travel
[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]
from Knoxville, TN on 10/31/2010
Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 6' Retractable 5 Section Lightstand with 5/8" Mounting Stud, Black Anodized. (#3373):
Make sure you get a manfrotto or lumedyne umbrella bracket. Once you have one of those, you will have a perfect setup that can take a hit.
[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]
from New Jersey on 3/21/2010
Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 6' Retractable 5 Section Lightstand with 5/8" Mounting Stud, Black Anodized. (#3373):
One of the light stands recommended by David Hobby at Strobist[@]
[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]
from Seattle, Washington on 1/24/2010
Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 6' Retractable 5 Section Lightstand with 5/8" Mounting Stud, Black Anodized. (#3373):
Compact
from Porland OR on 10/25/2009
Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 6' Retractable 5 Section Lightstand with 5/8" Mounting Stud, Black Anodized. (#3373):
For my mini studio
from portland or on 10/20/2009
Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 6' Retractable 5 Section Lightstand with 5/8" Mounting Stud, Black Anodized. (#3373):
used for fill flash, very light weight
[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]
from portland or on 9/29/2009
Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 6' Retractable 5 Section Lightstand with 5/8" Mounting Stud, Black Anodized. (#3373):
light weight, not too sturdy
[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]
from Allenton, WI. on 8/21/2009
Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 6' Retractable 5 Section Lightstand with 5/8" Mounting Stud, Black Anodized. (#3373):
Very nice Muslin backdrop stand I esspecially like the fact that it has a nice carry case to keep everything together and make it easy to carry.
Tags: Using Product, Made with Product
[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]
from Allenton, WI. on 8/21/2009
Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 6' Retractable 5 Section Lightstand with 5/8" Mounting Stud, Black Anodized. (#3373):
Very compact lightweight portable stand great for mounting my speedlight and umbrella. folds up very compact and is easy to tote along with you.A well made product.
from Tuscaloosa, Alabama on 8/11/2009
Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 6' Retractable 5 Section Lightstand with 5/8" Mounting Stud, Black Anodized. (#3373):
Solid lightweight stand to hold umbrella and flash.
from South Bend ,IN on 8/10/2009
Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 6' Retractable 5 Section Lightstand with 5/8" Mounting Stud, Black Anodized. (#3373):
Just starting my home studio and I wanted well built and versataile stand. I really like how small this unit becomes when folded.It will easy to take
when trevling.
from Wiscsonsin on 6/24/2009
Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 6' Retractable 5 Section Lightstand with 5/8" Mounting Stud, Black Anodized. (#3373):
I bought 3 of these and take them to events, Weddings, location shoots and mount Nikon SB-800's, SB-900s and they work great. I do put some weight at the bottom for added stability. Their portability and small profile is what makes them so great.
[0 of 6 customers found this review helpful]
from Martigny, CH on 6/11/2009
Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 6' Retractable 5 Section Lightstand with 5/8" Mounting Stud, Black Anodized. (#3373):
The only reason this doesn't get 5 stars is because I never give 5 stars.
Very good build, lightweight yet stable.
from NH on 6/10/2009
Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 6' Retractable 5 Section Lightstand with 5/8" Mounting Stud, Black Anodized. (#3373):
I'm ready to buy another 1 or 2.
from Salt Spring Island B.C. Canada on 5/5/2009
Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 6' Retractable 5 Section Lightstand with 5/8" Mounting Stud, Black Anodized. (#3373):
I use it for speedlights and I needed something compact and light.Perfect for the job.
from Spring, Tx on 5/5/2009
Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 6' Retractable 5 Section Lightstand with 5/8" Mounting Stud, Black Anodized. (#3373):
This is a small and compact unit. Great for strobist work!
[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]
from Green Bay, WI on 3/30/2009
Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 6' Retractable 5 Section Lightstand with 5/8" Mounting Stud, Black Anodized. (#3373):
I bought this as part of the kit outlined in the Nikon Creative Lighting video. This stand works great with a small umbrella and speed lights.
from Steamboat Springs, CO on 3/6/2009
Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 6' Retractable 5 Section Lightstand with 5/8" Mounting Stud, Black Anodized. (#3373):
It's Bogen so it's good!! Very solid; very lightweight; closes down very small so I can easily carry it strapped to my small camera bag. Easy to travel with. Perfect with my Nikon strobes. If you want to be a Strobist, go with this lightstand!!
[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]
from Seattle, WA on 2/6/2009
Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 6' Retractable 5 Section Lightstand with 5/8" Mounting Stud, Black Anodized. (#3373):
A great lightweight stand that can fit in an carry-on bag. Not large enough to hold a softbox - but it can hold an umbrella easily. Bought these after seeing Bob Krist's carry-on list and haven't regretted it.
from Horhsam, PA on 1/21/2009
Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 6' Retractable 5 Section Lightstand with 5/8" Mounting Stud, Black Anodized. (#3373):
Bought this as part of a complete lighting outfit and am very happy with the purchases. I know where to get more now too.
from Boston, MA on 12/29/2008
Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 6' Retractable 5 Section Lightstand with 5/8" Mounting Stud, Black Anodized. (#3373):
Like most everyone else who has purchased this item, I bought it on the recommendation of the Strobist. Item is as advertised: surprisingly compact, well made, easy to set up. Easily holds a speedlight plus a 43" umbrella.
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 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.
[0 of 3 customers found this review helpful]
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.
[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]
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.
[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]
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.
[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]
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.