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Manfrotto 050BAC Quick-Lock Maxi Air Cushioned Light Stand - 11' (3.3m)

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  • B&H # MA050BAC
  • Mfr# 050BAC

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  • Unique Section Locks
 

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This Manfrotto Maxi Quick-Lock Air Cushioned Light Stand features air cushioning, which protects light fixtures and fingers from damage or injury should the user forget to properly tighten the section locks. It rises to a maximum height of 11' (3.3 m).

The section locks are a quick-snap type instead of the standard twist knob style. The old catalog number for this item was 3352QL.

Quick Set Up
Sets up easily in the matter of seconds
Aluminum Locking Collars
Made from pressure die cast aluminum
Standard Top Stud
Fitted with a 5/8" top stud, with 3/8" and 1/4"-20 threads.
Double Braced Leg Base
Provides extra stability, giving the stand more strength
Minimum Height 43.3" (109.9 cm)
Maximum Height 11' (3.3 m)
Closed Length 35.8" (90.9 cm)
Footprint Diameter 42.5" (108 cm)
Weight 3.6 lbs (1.6 kg)
Maximum Load 5 lbs (2.3 kg)
Attachment Size 5/8" (1.6 cm) stud with 3/8" and removable 1/4"-20 threads
Accepts Wheels Yes (018)
Air Cushioned Yes

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Manfrotto 050BAC Quick-Lock Maxi Air Cushioned Light Stand - 11' (3.3m)
 
4.8

(based on 6 reviews)

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Pros

  • Durable (6)
  • Easy to use (3)
  • Lightweight (3)
  • Long-lasting (3)
  • Reliable (3)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • General purpose (3)
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    REVIEWS

    Reviewed by 6 customers

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    5.0

    really nice light stand!

    By katphotog

    from southshore, MA

    About Me Professional

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Durable
    • Easy To Use
    • Lightweight
    • Reliable

    Cons

      Best Uses

        Comments about Manfrotto 050BAC Quick-Lock Maxi Air Cushioned Light Stand - 11' (3.3m):

        i use this for off camera lighting, mostly at receptions. it is nice and light, super-easy to set up and i love the air-cushion feature. all around a great product!

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        5.0

        The Finger Saver!

        By LarryMFJenkins

        from Kansas City

        About Me Professional

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Durable
        • Easy To Use
        • Lightweight
        • Reliable

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Everyday use
          • Portraits
          • Studio
          • Traveling

          Comments about Manfrotto 050BAC Quick-Lock Maxi Air Cushioned Light Stand - 11' (3.3m):

          This Light stand has a unique locking system, that is both fast and easy to use. Match this with the Air Cushioning and the smashed hands, and kiss the bruised fingers of days ago goodbye. I purchased one as a sample to verify quality, I will be purchasing two more!

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          5.0

          Great Support for Strobes

          By Jason

          from Broken Arrow, OK

          About Me Hobbyist/Enthusiast

          Verified Reviewer

          Pros

          • Durable
          • Easy To Use
          • Lightweight
          • Reliable

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Everyday use
            • Home
            • Portraits
            • Studio
            • Traveling

            Comments about Manfrotto 050BAC Quick-Lock Maxi Air Cushioned Light Stand - 11' (3.3m):

            I originally bought these to go with some monolights that I was going to purchase. When the units I wanted were delayed (new product), I decided to just go the Strobist route, and order some 580EX II's instead. So, these are a bit overkill, but provide stable support, and I never worry about them tipping over with my speedlights on them.

            I wasn't too sure about the quicklock, but am really liking them. It makes adjustments that much faster. Construction is typical of Manfrotto, you won't be disappointed there.

            These fold a really nice, and even have a little cord clip, if using with a monolight, to keep the cord out of the way.

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            (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

             
            5.0

            A must for location shoots

            By Meyer

            from Boyds, Maryland

            About Me Pro Photographer

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Durable
            • Great Design
            • Long-Lasting

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • General Use
              • Indoors
              • Special Events
              • Wedding and location

              Comments about Manfrotto 050BAC Quick-Lock Maxi Air Cushioned Light Stand - 11' (3.3m):

              High quality you can count on for years to come. These stands won't let you down on location as they are build tough, close down to a very reasonable length yet extend to 11 feet. The unique quick set levers are well designed and make setup a snap. The air cushion design keeps fingers from getting pinched.

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              (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

               
              5.0

              Quality and Functionality

              By Meyer

              from Maryland

              About Me Pro Photographer

              Verified Reviewer

              Pros

              • Durable
              • Long-Lasting

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • General Use
                • Low Light
                • Outdoors
                • Special Events

                Comments about Manfrotto 050BAC Quick-Lock Maxi Air Cushioned Light Stand - 11' (3.3m):

                I have been looking for high quality lightstands for studio and location work that are durable and collapse to a reasonable length. Once again, Manfrotto comes through without disappointing me. The stands are easy to set up and take down, built tough and extend to 11 feet. Great for placing your flash high above a dance floor at a wedding etc. Very easy to transport yet very stable when extended. I highly recommend this product. They cost more than some other brands but you will immediately see the difference.

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                (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                 
                4.0

                good lightstand -weird locks

                By abbyrose

                from ann arbor, MI

                About Me Pro Photographer

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Durable
                • Long-Lasting

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • General Use
                  • Indoors
                  • Outdoors

                  Comments about Manfrotto 050BAC Quick-Lock Maxi Air Cushioned Light Stand - 11' (3.3m):

                  this is a fine lightstand, although I really don't like the way the section locks work. My other lightstands are little knobs that you turn - this one is a lever that you have to press - it's not terribly intuitive, and it's kind of hard!

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