Westcott 5 x 7' X-Drop Background Screen, Black

SKU: WE578 MFR: 578
$43.90
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Key Features

  • Create stunning portraits with this 5x7' black cotton photo backdrop screen.
  • Achieve a seamless background for professional photography with this durable fabric.
  • This washable fabric background is perfect for frequent studio photography use.
  • Enjoy wrinkle-resistant material, ensuring a smooth backdrop for every shoot.
  • Get accurate colors with this black backdrop, ideal for consistent photo results.
  • Lightweight & portable at only 1 lb, take this backdrop anywhere for photoshoots.
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Shopper : Is this backdrop polyester or cotton? Westcott says 100% polyester, Adorama says 100% cotton??
Alp d : Hi, can i get a datasheet of the fabric showing its reflection values? i will need a very dark fabric for experimentMark M : how black is more dependent on your photography skills. pull the subject away from the backdrop and move lighting as close as practical to the subject. the inverse square rule for light means your dark backdrop will get darker. if you do the opposite you'll light the subject AND backdrop...VICTORIA B : Suggest you contact Westcott directly, as they are the manufacturer. The fabric is more of a stretchy fleece.DOUGLAS M : The background is very dark, solid black, however it is not very dense. It is a light cotton type material. If you put a light behind it will shine through. As a background for photos it shows almost pure black depending on how it is lit.ELITE E : I have purchased a black and white. I do not know the reflection value. Sorry!!!THERON W : It is completely no reflective. You will not get any shadows.
Shopper : Why Did You Choose This?JESSYE ANN I : Needed for corporate headshot options and I already had the X-Drop frame.BRENT S : I already have the x-drop stand and wanted the black, white, and grey backdrops for mobile corporate headshotsJOHN W : Wanted a plain black background for my X-Drop standISMAIL A : I LIKE BLACKSTACEY G : Sue bryce recommended it

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Review Summary

2023-12-21T07:24:32

Rated 4 out of 5

Gets The Job Done.

Not as wrinkle-free as I had hoped but still got the job done.

ZYAIRE P.

2023-07-12T07:55:53

Rated 5 out of 5

An essential color for your shots.

Expanded my kit of backgrounds with this grey material. I like these because the mounting system travels well, sets up quickly, and is wrinkle-free as long as you're careful to roll it up when you're done.

Charsa K.

2022-04-22T11:23:52

Rated 5 out of 5

Westcott 9' x 20' Neutral Gray Wrinkle Resistant Backdrop

Purchased this specifically for a school district we do sports in and the jersey colors are the exact same color as our green screen. This worked great!

DINA M.

2020-03-26T07:02:18

Rated 5 out of 5

Great for small space

It really is a no brainer purchasing this backdrop. I purchased this in addition to the white for times that I cannot get enough distance from the white backdrop to have enough light fall off to make the white drop go gray.

DANA N.

2019-08-22T08:26:39

Rated 4 out of 5

Great color, wrinkles just a bit

The backdrop was very true to color. It does wrinkle slightly but it gives a slight texture to the photo so that’s okay, unless you don’t want texture.

STACEY G.

2019-07-09T18:34:07

Rated 5 out of 5

Good backdrop for the price.

Nice quality and size.

Kyle A.

2019-07-05T08:31:09

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent product.

This is a must have if you do events. Set up is quick and easy.. I just used it for a Red Carpet Birthday celebration. Get the kit at Adorama.

Heather F.

2019-03-10T11:16:06

Rated 1 out of 5

Not a background

This is a flannel blanket, not a backdrop. I returned it because it is impractical for photography.

Lisa L.

2019-01-29T17:08:13

Rated 5 out of 5

just what I was looking for

I mostly shoot environmental portrait , so I was looking for something super portable. Fits the bill perfectly

Jim V.

2018-12-11T15:25:48

Rated 5 out of 5

Laudable

This product rocks!!! Perfect for those quick tight or limited space headshots.... It Rocks!!!

G S.

2018-12-07T15:14:28

Rated 4 out of 5

Good hanging background

Works great as a headshot background when you throw it out of focus. No problems at all.

CHARLES M.

2018-08-21T09:25:05

Rated 5 out of 5

The Westcott Drop Background Screen ( black or white) are impressive !

The Westcott 5 x 7 X-Drop Background Screen , Black ( and White) . . . These are the greatest accessories I've purchased in a long time. I shoot quite a few press junkets where you're shuttled between locations to film celebrities , authors , politicians , etc and time is critical to set up and start shooting. The backgrounds and stands are professional grade and made to get the job done !

GLEN F.

2018-02-14T08:27:36

Rated 1 out of 5

Doesn’t fit

It doesn’t actually fit the stand. The grommets are off by five or six inches. It drapes on the stand.

PAUL V.

2018-02-11T09:30:38

Rated 5 out of 5

Great. Easy setup

Love how easy it is to setup and use. The best for take with you for when not shooting out of studio.

Barbara S.

2017-05-17T13:53:18

Rated 5 out of 5

Not a flimsey fabric

Neutral color with fuzzy surface, which gives some texture to the scene. I suspect the reverse side would be great too. Reasonably stretchy. Sturdy grommet connectors.

WILLIAM C.

2017-05-12T09:10:13

Rated 5 out of 5

Perfect

Had a client who needed a neutral gray background for a headshot, so I picked this up. Worked fine with my X-drop. Would definitely recommend and will also be buying more colors.

K B.

2017-04-04T12:35:46

Rated 5 out of 5

Wrinkle resistant backdrop lives up to its description

When I saw I saw this backdrop was wrinkle resistant, I was skeptical but it really is. The fabric is almost a micro fiber and very soft. It's very nice and just the right size. I like that it's a little stretchable so you can pull it tight and make it flat. Throw it in the dryer and all the wrinkles are gone. It has grommet holes that make pulling it tight a little easier. Or hang it as a big curtain. It has multiple ways of being used and I like it and have found it very useful.

JULIE W.

2016-12-15T08:57:23

Rated 5 out of 5

Works as advertised

Works as advertised

THERON W.

2016-09-13T08:54:55

Rated 2 out of 5

Just ok

The fabric is thin and feels cheap. It does wrinkle a lot.

Stephan S.

2016-05-30T15:08:58

Rated 4 out of 5

Great portable background

These backgroundshould are great for 1 to 2 people. Lightweight and very portable.

Clayton S.

2015-06-09T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great Backdrop

The Wescott Drop Background is heaven sent. it is compact and very easy to set up. no need to tote a bulky backdrop around.

DAVID J.

2014-11-03T19:00:00

Rated 2 out of 5

Looks like you hung up a blanket

Received this backdrop and was surprised as soon as I opened the box to find that it was a fleece material. Wasn't made clear by the description, which is why I'm writing a review. We hung it up in our studio and did a few quick shots, in an attempt to not be too judgey without trying it out, but the texture is evident even in the shallowest depths of field. If you're trying to use this for portraits, you may be able to get away with it, provided you use the extra length to get your subject far enough away from the backdrop, but for our mixed still/video needs, this just looks like we hung up a fleece blanket. TL;DR Looks like a blanket, returned.

Patrick

2013-03-06T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Easy Backdrop

This backdrop setup is about as easy as it gets. It sets up in less than 5 minutes and the fabric (color) can be changed in less than 1 minute. It is very lightweight, so it transports easily but the downside of the weight is that the slightest breeze turns it into a sail. For the price, it's hard to beat.

ALEXI M.

Westcott Fabric Background Specifications

  • Material

    100% cotton

  • Dimensions

    5 x 7' (1.5 x 2.1 m)

  • Weight

    1 lb (0.5 kg)

  • Shipping Size

    Shipping Length: 16.13 in. / 40.96 cm
    Shipping Width: 5.88 in. / 14.92 cm
    Shipping Height: 11.75 in. / 29.85 cm

  • UPC Code

    817967002349

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About Westcott Fabric Background

FEATURED REVIEWS

An essential color for your shots.

By Charsa K.

Expanded my kit of backgrounds with this grey material. I like these because the mounting system travels well, sets up quickly, and is wrinkle-free as long as you're careful to roll it up when you're done.

Westcott 9' x 20' Neutral Gray Wrinkle Resistant Backdrop

By DINA M.

Purchased this specifically for a school district we do sports in and the jersey colors are the exact same color as our green screen. This worked great!

Where professional photography meets convenience, the Westcott 578 X-Drop Background Screen stands out. This 5 x 7' backdrop, in a sleek black color, is crafted from 100% cotton, ensuring a lightweight and wrinkle-resistant surface perfect for capturing stunning headshots, product images, or memorable wedding photos.

The backdrop's design features strategically placed grommet holes at both the top and bottom, simplifying the hanging process and eliminating the need to determine a specific orientation. This user-friendly feature makes it an ideal choice for photographers working in fast-paced environments or those needing to switch setups quickly.

One of the standout features of this backdrop is its easy maintenance. When the rigors of a busy photoshoot leave it in need of a clean, it can be conveniently machine washed in cold water and tumble dried on a low setting, ensuring it's ready for your next session in no time.

While the Westcott 578 is designed to seamlessly integrate with the Westcott X-Drop Background System, its versatile nature allows it to work efficiently with any suitable background support system. This flexibility makes it a valuable addition to any professional photographer's toolkit, regardless of their preferred equipment setup.

Incorporating the Westcott 578 X-Drop Background Screen into your photography setup not only enhances the quality of your images but also streamlines your workflow, making it an essential tool for commercial photography.

Westcott Fabric Background Features

  • 100% polyester; machine wash cold; tumble dry low
  • Grommet holes on top and bottom for rapid hanging capability
  • Lightweight fabric; wrinkle-resistant
  • Meant to be used with Westcott's X-Drop Background System

Warranty Information

This product has a limited warranty of 12 months for parts and 12 months for labor.

Key Features

  • Create stunning portraits with this 5x7' black cotton photo backdrop screen.
  • Achieve a seamless background for professional photography with this durable fabric.
  • This washable fabric background is perfect for frequent studio photography use.
  • Enjoy wrinkle-resistant material, ensuring a smooth backdrop for every shoot.
  • Get accurate colors with this black backdrop, ideal for consistent photo results.
  • Lightweight & portable at only 1 lb, take this backdrop anywhere for photoshoots.