Manfrotto 098B Wall Mounting Boom Arm, Black - 47.2-82.6" (1.2-2.1m)

Comments about Manfrotto 098B Wall Mounting Boom Arm, Black - 47.2-82.6" (1.2-2.1m):

This wall boom is a great replacement for a light stand. It really frees up a lot of floor space. Also it eliminates the need for counterweights and the possibility of tipping. (I had a gymnast doing acrobatic poses who was really anxious about knocking over light stands - no worry now) The diameters of the boom segments are larger than I expected - larger than the stand-mounted boom it replaced. Quite sturdy, adjusts smoothly and easily.

The instructions are meager - no suggestion for mounting height. I figured it should be high enough to walk under but low enough to reach easily. I held it up at arms length, holding the boom horizontally in my clenched fist to determine how high to mount it. I removed the base plate from the boom arm to mount it and then re-attached the boom arm. About four inches lower would have been better for ease of adjustment without having to stand on tip-toes. I intend to lower it when I get around to it.

I use the boom for my hair light, a small mono-light. It's cord is too short to reach from the end of the boom to the wall plug, so I mounted a surge protector extension cord on the wall near the base plate of the boom. This provides the convenience of a remote on-off switch.

I'm pleased with this boom. It's an excellent alternative to a stand-mounted boom. I'm considering getting more, perhaps the shorter model, for a couple of background lights.

Comments about Manfrotto 098B Wall Mounting Boom Arm, Black - 47.2-82.6" (1.2-2.1m):

My studio space is limited, so the wall mounted Manfrotto boom arms allow me to put up a light without the clutter of another light stand. They are especially good for hair and background lights.

Comments about Manfrotto 098B Wall Mounting Boom Arm, Black - 47.2-82.6" (1.2-2.1m):

Perfect for what I needed! Frees up floor space - protects the flash from getting knocked around. Puts the light right where I need it.

Comments about Manfrotto 098B Wall Mounting Boom Arm, Black - 47.2-82.6" (1.2-2.1m):

one friend recomended the wall mouting, I was thinking to look for in differents companies, then I looked for in B&H, I found it, very easy to install following the instructions

Comments about Manfrotto 098B Wall Mounting Boom Arm, Black - 47.2-82.6" (1.2-2.1m):

I've used one of these for 6 years and have really liked it. It saves a lot of space in my studio--virtually all the space that would be taken up by a floor stand is available for something else, it moves easily, and there's not the hassle of running over cords. I like that the extension bar is now much sturdier than the one on my old boom.

I wish movement on the x-axis could also be tightened with a handle like on the y-axis so the mounting plate could be attached to the wall horizontally, since the studs behind the desired location on my wall only run horizontally.

It could also be much improved with a ball joint or universal joint and more clearance for the handles, because it can be quite complicated and challenging to point an attached softbox at certain angles the way it is currently designed.

Ty

Comments about Manfrotto 098B Wall Mounting Boom Arm, Black - 47.2-82.6" (1.2-2.1m):

This boom arm is solidly built and easy to use. It is a bit more limited than a boom stand, but you don't have to use so much floor space, and you don't need to deal with a heavy counterweight. This boom arm can be mounted on an Autopole using two super clamps, and that's how I initially used it. It was very nice, takes much less space than a boom stand, but I screwed it on a column to get more space (since I use it mostly as a hair light for portraits). It's ideal for small studio.

If I were shooting tabletop products more often, I'd keep one on an Autopole. This would be very useful, since lighting system around the table can get cluttered very easily. However, adjusting height of this arm on Autopole can be a bit tricky, especially if your head is heavy. So, test the setup thoroughly before using it on a real job.

Comments about Manfrotto 098B Wall Mounting Boom Arm, Black - 47.2-82.6" (1.2-2.1m):

I use this in my studio and it saves me tons of space.. Don't have to worry about tripping over light stands--Very Sturdy!!!

Comments about Manfrotto 098B Wall Mounting Boom Arm, Black - 47.2-82.6" (1.2-2.1m):

I use this boom arm for both canon speedlights with umbrella modifiers & my White Lightning x1600 monolights. It's great. It does need to be anchored to something legit though. . . don't think this thing is gonna hold up any sort of load if you aren't anchored into a stud or some other sturdy anchor point. Also, the arm that controls the up/down tilt has a fixed tension, so it's not the kind of thing where you can just crank down harder to hold heavy loads. It either holds it or it doesn't.

As always, Manfrotto's instructions are either non-existant or simply not there.

Comments about Manfrotto 098B Wall Mounting Boom Arm, Black - 47.2-82.6" (1.2-2.1m):

I have a small studio and it works great
It mounts very easily on a wall and allows a wide range of light placement for hair lights, backdrops or special lighting effects without having to work around a floor stand.

Comments about Manfrotto 098B Wall Mounting Boom Arm, Black - 47.2-82.6" (1.2-2.1m):

Installation is very simple. The arm extends smoothly, and has 4 clips to hold cables - preventing them from dangling and getting in the way - and especialy useful useful if you shoot children's portraits!

The bracket is strong, and I've not noticed any movement/slipping even with large softboxes attached.

Comments about Manfrotto 098B Wall Mounting Boom Arm, Black - 47.2-82.6" (1.2-2.1m):

I have two of these attached to my studio wall. I actually have them setup so they can be moved around quite easily. They are very sturdy and save me some floor space vs a boom arm.

Comments about Manfrotto 098B Wall Mounting Boom Arm, Black - 47.2-82.6" (1.2-2.1m):

I set up a portrait studio in my garage. As a retire Navy photographer, I'm use to working with limited spaces. I knew I couldn't use a boom on a light stand for my hair light because of my limited space. I did a search on B&H and came across the wall mount. It was cheaper than a boom and stand to mount my 9 pound light and softbox. I found the studs and mounted the boom to the wall in under 10 minutes I was up and running. I found it really easy to position the light with this arm. I will be purchasing an additional one for loop lighting positioning of my main light instead of a traditional light stand. I absolutely love this product.

Comments about Manfrotto 098B Wall Mounting Boom Arm, Black - 47.2-82.6" (1.2-2.1m):

I am currently using the boom arm attached to an Autopole2 and it is rock solid. The build quality shows in the smooth adjustments and strong hold. I have no doubt I'll be picking up a couple more for the studio.