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from Fort Collins, CO on 2/21/2011
Comments about Photek Photek SMA-1000 Shoe Mount Umbrella/Light Stand Adapter:
This was a bit cheaper than the equivalent from Manfrotto, and I had heard good things about it. Things worked well and it locked down well with a heavy SB900 on it. I only used a 43inch umbrella, yet to test with 60, but I had some initial slipping with the shaft of the umbrella, however I think this was because I'm always careful not to crimp it.
One bummer- I needed to use pliers to disconnect the stud on the top of my light stand from the threads of this because the female part it screws into is not locked into the unit and will rotate freely. I'd recommend it, but be aware of that.
from Austin, TX on 2/20/2011
Comments about Photek Photek SMA-1000 Shoe Mount Umbrella/Light Stand Adapter:
it's a good flash mount for a light stand. I will have to buy a couple more.
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Comments about Photek Photek SMA-1000 Shoe Mount Umbrella/Light Stand Adapter:
This is a great little unit for mounting flashes and umbrellas. The only thing i don't like about it is that the rotating parts have teeth that lock together and make it unnecessarily difficult to adjust. I went to the hardware store and bought a nylon washer to put inside it and now it works great.