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The non-reflective black finish on the Flashpoint 10.5' C Light Stand reduces unwanted reflections during shoots, making it more photo-friendly. It also gives the stand a sleek, professional appearance.
The 'Turtle Base' is a unique feature of the Flashpoint 10.5' C Light Stand. It provides a low center of gravity, ensuring stability even with off-axis gear. It's designed with a sure-locking mechanism for easy setup and compact storage.
The Flashpoint 10.5' C Light Stand includes a 40" grip arm and two 3" aluminum gobo heads. These accessories allow for versatile lighting and equipment arrangements during photo or film shoots.
The term 'Century Stand' dates back to the early days of motion picture production when 100-inch reflectors were used to capture sunlight on film sets. The C Stand was invented to support these large reflectors. Today, it continues to be an indispensable tool in film and photography studios.
Yes, the Flashpoint 10.5' C Light Stand features a staggered curved leg design that allows for the nesting of multiple stands. This makes it ideal for busy studio environments where space optimization is crucial.
Review Summary
2025-12-24T16:21:23
Definitely not a lightweight stand.
Robert S.
2025-12-22T07:53:53
Best stand in the business. You can depend on these for a lifetime.
Dennis S.
2025-12-10T17:01:43
This is my 3rd C-stand purchase from Adorama. My original C-stand purchase was a Matthews sliding leg back in 2011 and it is still holding strong and looks brand new. I ordered a chrome 10' Flashpoint C-stand (SKU:FPLSC) in 2023 that came with 2 heads and a 40" arm. Black Friday/Cyber Monday 2025, I ordered a black version of the Flashpoint C-stand (SKU: FPLSCBK) and it is a 10.5' and the grip arm is 50" with the 2 heads. The chrome will not fit into the base of the black version. It appears to be mere millimeters too wide in circumference. The black version also feels lighter when holding both columns at the same time (one in each hand) and by looking at the specs on both, the black version is quoted to be 5lbs heavier. I would trust both to hold heavy lights and modifiers but I would definitely put the heaviest on the chrome version as it feels significantly heavier. Both items are recommended but just beware of the slight differences amongst the colors and stands.
DARIAN H.
2025-12-10T17:01:36
This is my 3rd C-stand purchase from Adorama. My original C-stand purchase was a Matthews sliding leg back in 2011 and it is still holding strong and looks brand new. I ordered a chrome 10' Flashpoint C-stand (SKU:FPLSC) in 2023 that came with 2 heads and a 40" arm. Black Friday/Cyber Monday 2025, I ordered a black version of the Flashpoint C-stand (SKU: FPLSCBK) and it is a 10.5' and the grip arm is 50" with the 2 heads. The chrome will not fit into the base of the black version. It appears to be mere millimeters too wide in circumference. The black version also feels lighter when holding both columns at the same time (one in each hand) and by looking at the specs on both, the black version is quoted to be 5lbs heavier. I would trust both to hold heavy lights and modifiers but I would definitely put the heaviest on the chrome version as it feels significantly heavier. Both items are recommended but just beware of the slight differences amongst the colors and stands.
DARIAN H.
2025-11-28T13:03:10
It's heavy duty & a LEGIT real-deal of a light stand. I am SET. No more sipping over with my previous starter stand from Amazon. Thank you Adorama for making this beauty & marking it at an excellent sale price!
JENNY G.
2025-11-12T13:31:57
Sturdy and functional
BILLY G.
2025-11-09T14:31:59
Great stand and it's doing the job.
Raymond T.
2025-10-22T14:09:49
Awesome. Will buy more to replace the flimsy aluminum things many of us buy.
tony l.
2025-09-09T05:57:40
Rock solid, heavy and shiny. Some visual stain on the boom the rest is clean. With a sandbag can reach anywhere.
SHANT K.
2025-06-17T07:53:00
Heavy and rock solid, perfect for my studio. If you travel to locations, beware it is heavy but that's what makes it so sturdy. I like that it comes with the original grip arm for the stand as well as the boom arm. If I just want to hold a flag or background, I can quickly swap out the boom for the grip.
DIAMOND J.
2025-06-15T13:03:21
Great deal for a great c stand
Jason K.
2025-03-17T22:02:08
This is a great heavy duty C stand. It is very strong and made with so good quality material. I'm highly satisfied with this purchase.
DERICK D.
2024-12-25T07:28:59
Excellent c-stand. I highly recommend this c-stand.
Donald C.
2024-12-24T07:03:57
Gets the job done! Thanks-
DANIEL O.
2024-12-17T07:46:29
Good quality c stand! It feels sturdier than some of the cheaper ones I own and came with a bonus baby pin.
ROBERT E.
2024-12-16T16:20:22
I bought this on sale for roughly $100. I expected to get a medium-weight C stand that would be just enough to handle a small strobe and four-foot softbox on the boom. What I got was one of the sturdiest C stands I've ever seen. I think it will last me the rest of my life, and it's more than a match for any demands I will put on it. Thank you, Adorama!
Scott F.
2024-12-04T12:43:26
I just got it today, it took me five minutes to put together and use it. It is heavier than I expected, it's solid. I find it easy to use. It didn't have any instructions but I've used them before. I extended the gobo arm out with a beauty dish, which is about 7lbs, with a light and battery, another 5 pounds. It held it up with ease. I'm reayy happy with this purchase. Now I can finally not worry about not having a good C stand.
Ruben M.
2024-09-09T10:06:58
Great light stand for my home studio.
David W.
2024-08-23T08:32:49
Great stand, versatile and so sturdy. Now I want several more!
Seth N.
2024-07-26T06:32:24
This is my second time ordering this stand. I love the spring loaded aspect to it. Holds a lot of weight. Will get this again if I am in need of another stand.
ALLIE J.
2024-07-07T06:40:57
Very sturdy, does the job well. Eazy setup
CHARLES M.
2024-04-20T09:45:54
Are they perfect? No. Will Cstand snobs look down upon you? Yes. Do they hold your light just as well as any other option and last just as long? Yes. They are great option for the price. If they changed the bottom swing out design it would be an easy 5star. But I'm sure they would cost more then. Its a plus that you can remove the legs post easier pack down if you ever need to fly / travel with them. A feature usually reserved for the ritzy snobby cstands.
Ryan H.
2024-02-12T19:15:19
Works great. Heavy duty
Mike D.
2024-02-07T04:23:13
I have three of these and they are strong and sturdy. with proper setup and weights I have peice of mind that my lights will not fall.
Travis P.
2023-11-21T02:22:37
The stand is well built and easy to use.
MICHAEL S.
2023-09-19T07:16:59
I bought this for a friend setting up a studio on a budget. Seem like a reasonable experiment. When they arrived and we pulled them out, I was really pleased about the build quality and attention to detail. They feel a little heavier but if they live in the studio, it's not a problem.
MATTHEW S.
2023-09-08T22:36:09
Heavy duty stand works awesome! Highly recommend!
Joseph R.
2023-09-03T13:58:41
Such a great value. This stand is very well made. Don't let the low price tag scare you. It's heavy duty.
jerry b.
2023-09-02T22:35:04
Even with the lower price, these feel solid. They have good weight and I feel confident with these on set for scrims and lights.
Chris L.
2023-09-01T11:38:45
I would like to say that the gentleman that I dealt with, His name is Josh. Was absolutely fantastic Knowledgeable, and professional.. With the questions that I had. He answered all clearly, without delay.. If your office can pass this on thank you!! Sincerely Bob Ruscansky
ROBERT R.
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41.1 to 45 lbs.
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| Models | SKU: FPLSCBK MFR: FP-SC-BK $149.95 In Stock | $148.99 $174.94 Save:$25.95 (15%) Temporarily On Backorder Although this item is temporarily on Backorder, you can order it now and it will ship as soon as it arrives. Your card will only be charged once item is shipped. | |
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| Load Capacity | 41.1 to 45 lbs. | 30.1 to 31 lbs. | 41.1 to 45 lbs. |
| Kit Style | Base | - | Base |
| Closed Length | 51 to 52" | 47 to 48" | 57 to 58" |
| Light Stand Type | C-Stands | C-Stands | C-Stands |
| Maximum Height | 10' | 10' | 10' |
| Mounting Type | 5/8" Stud | 5/8" Stud | 5/8" Stud |
| Stand Weight | 20 to 24 lbs. | 8 to 9 lbs. | 10 to 14 lbs. |
| Wheels | No | No | No |
Sturdy and Stable
By James B.
I love my Flashpoint C-Stand! I had purchased an Xplor 600 Monolight and I was leary about mounting it on my lightstand. When I put my Xplor 600 on my C-stand I could tell that it was sturdy because my light didn't move at all. My C-stand opens up more possiblities and postitions due to the grip arm. I highly recommend it.
Great value!
By Alvin A.
Great value purchase! Very sturdy stand. Very confident it can easily hold a Flashpoint Xplor 600!
Make your studio setup more professional with the Flashpoint 10.5' C Light Stand on Turtle Base Kit. This high-quality, sturdy light stand is a staple in both cinema and still studios, carrying on the time-honored tradition of providing secure and robust light and modifier supports.
The kit features a sleek, non-reflective black finish, making it photo-friendly and reducing unwanted reflections. It includes a three-tier spring-loaded riser column that extends to 10.5', topped with a baby pin for added versatility. The removable turtle base legs are self-locking and designed with a unique sure-locking mechanism exclusive to the C Stand series. Each leg is set to a preset 120-degree lock position for easy setup and compact storage.
The 'Turtle Base' provides a low center of gravity, ensuring stability even with off-axis gear, especially when secured with saddlebag-style sandbags. The staggered curved leg design allows for nesting of multiple C Stands, making it ideal for busy studio environments.
The kit also includes a 40" extension grip arm and two 3" aluminum gobo heads, perfect for supporting light modifiers, arms, scrims, flags, gobos, or smaller lights. The grip arm and Grip/Gobo/Knuckle Head combination can be used as a short boom on still life sets, supporting everything from reflector disks to soup spoons in elbow clamps.
The Flashpoint 10.5' C Light Stand on Turtle Base Kit is not just a piece of equipment; it's a testament to the history of film and photography. Its name, 'Century Stand,' harks back to the early days of motion picture production when 100-inch reflectors were used to capture sunlight on film sets. Today, this C Stand continues to be an indispensable tool in the image maker's arsenal, offering durability, versatility, and professional quality.