Impact Light Stand, Black - 6' (1.8m)

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★★★★☆
4.3

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★★★★☆
4.2

 

$19.99 at B&H Photo Video

 
 

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Pros

  • Durable (46)
  • Attach securely (39)
  • Good color value (16)
  • Long-lasting (10)
  • Good value (8)
  • Lightweight (8)
  • Compact (4)
  • Easy to use (3)
  • Portable (3)
  • Powerful (3)
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Cons

  • Flimsy (9)
  • Lack of power (5)
  • Not heavy duty (2)
  • Bad stud materiel (1)
  • Falls apart (1)
  • Have not seen any yet (1)
  • Little wobbly at full ext (1)
  • Not compact (1)
  • Not terribly sturdy (1)

Best Uses

  • Indoor (62)
  • General purpose (61)
  • Outdoors (25)
  • Low light (20)
  • Special events (16)
  • Night time (14)
  • Portraits (2)
  • C-stand proxy (1)
  • Crearing clogged toilets (1)
  • Flash photography (1)
 
 
 

Provided by B&H Photo Video

This Impact Black Anodized 6' Aluminum Light Stand is one of the most economical light stands available. It extends to a maximum height of 6' and has a 5/8 stud top with a 1/4 - 20 thread.

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Product Reviews

Last update: Nov 18, 2009

Impact Light Stand, Black - 6' (1.8m) Reviews

 
 
 

Most helpful positive review

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Most helpful negative review

 
★★★★☆
4.0
good value stand

"[$] falls into the no-brainer category for me when it comes to photography. As others mentioned, this stand goes well above the 6’ advertised height. Plus with the umbrella you’re sitting up at a pretty good height. When I ordered, I didn’t stop to check if this was an air-cushioned stand. I was a little dismayed when it arrived and I figured out it wasn’t. I have another stand (impact 8’) that is cushioned..." Read Full Review »

May 12, 2008 by joel

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★★☆☆☆
2.0
Don't waste [$]

"I bought these stands because i wanted something cheap but now i am kicking myself for buying something so cheaply made. You can't expect much for[$] but spend the extra money and get something that will actually last. This stand will completely come apart if you extend it just a little too much and the base is so narrow that it always falls over. NOT WORTH IT...." Read Full Review »

Nov 14, 2009 by Ben

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Impact Light Stand, Black - 6' (1.8m) Review

Great light stand for the money

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Attach Securely
  • Durable

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Indoors
  • Night Time
 

"Bottom line, if you need an off camera strobist setup, but don't want to spend a lot of money, this light stand will be perfect.



With that said, there's a many other better options available, but this is the best bang for your buck light stand out there.



It folds very compact and everything is …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Nov 20 2009
Hyuni
Chicago, IL
I am:
  • Photo Enthusiast
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Price: $19.99
 

Impact Light Stand, Black - 6' (1.8m) Review

What a Stand, I would buy this again!

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Durable
  • Good Color Value

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Indoors
  • Special Events
 

"I bought two of these stands mainly for the price. I was pleasantly surprised at how nice they are. They are light weight and easy to transport, yet they are surprisingly sturdy. They pack up small and extend to 6feet, (just like it says). I do a lot of video work in small places that require ea …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Nov 10 2009
The Old Man
Austin, TX
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Price: $19.99
 

Impact Light Stand, Black - 6' (1.8m) Review

Don't waste [$]

★★☆☆☆
2.0

    Pros

  • None

    Cons

  • Falls Apart
  • Flimsy

    Best Uses

  • Crearing clogged toilets
 

"I bought these stands because i wanted something cheap but now i am kicking myself for buying something so cheaply made. You can't expect much for[$] but spend the extra money and get something that will actually last. This stand will completely come apart if you extend it just a little too much an …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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Nov 14 2009
Ben
Portland, OR
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  • Photo Enthusiast
Reviewed at:
Price: $19.99
 

Impact Light Stand, Black - 6' (1.8m) Review

Very happy with product

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Attach Securely
  • Durable

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • General Use
  • Indoors
  • Outdoors
  • Special Events
 

"This is what I expected and was a great price. Works well, feels secure, sturdy, etc. I do recommend a sandbag when using this to protect it from tipping when using a larger umbrella. "

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Nov 13 2009
Limitless-Photo
Detroit area
I am:
  • Semi-pro Photographer
Reviewed at:
Price: $19.99
 

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Impact Light Stand, Black - 6' (1.8m) Review

good value stand

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Attach Securely
  • Good Color Value

    Cons

  • Wobbly when full extended

    Best Uses

  • General Use
  • Indoors
  • Low Light
  • Night Time
  • Outdoors
 

"[$] falls into the no-brainer category for me when it comes to photography. As others mentioned, this stand goes well above the 6’ advertised height. Plus with the umbrella you’re sitting up at a pretty good height. When I ordered, I didn’t stop to check if this was an air-cushioned stand. I was …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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May 12 2008
joel
seattle, wa
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  • Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Reviewed at:
Price: $19.99
 
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