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Manfrotto 1051BAC Alu Mini Air Cushioned Compact Stand, Black - 6.75' (2m)
This is the Manfrotto 1051BAC Alu Baby Air Cushioned Light Stand. With a patented Quick Stack System (QSS), ease of transport is optimized. Connecting the stands together saves a lot of room while storing them in the studio or in a location case.
This is an updated version of the "Stacker" stand.
- Lightweight Location Stand
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- Rises to a maximum height of 6.75' (2 m)
- Can hold up to 8.8 lbs (4kg)
- Air Cushioned
- Prevents damage to equipment or injury to fingers if you forget to fully tighten section locks
| Minimum Height | 2.5' (75cm) |
| Maximum Height | 6.75' (2 m) |
| Closed Length | 2.2' (67cm) |
| Footprint Diameter | 2.3' (70cm) |
| Weight | 2.2 lbs (1kg) |
| Maximum Load | 8.8 lbs (4kg) |
| Attachment Size | Baby 5/8" top with 1/4"-20 thread under removable 3/8" thread |
| Accepts Wheels | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Air Cushioned | Yes |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 29 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
96%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Lightweight (25)
- Reliable (20)
- Easy to set up (17)
- Consistent (10)
- Durable (4)
Cons
Best Uses
- Photography (16)
- Portraits (14)
- Strobe lighting (11)
- Artificial lighting (10)
- Travel (4)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (23)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Pro photographer (13), Semi-pro photographer (7), Photo enthusiast (5)
Most Liked Positive Review
I think I got the best light stand
I use to have one of the old 5051BAC, and was very happy with it. Now with the new 1051BAC, I found I am even happier.
There are a few improvements from 505...Read complete review
I use to have one of the old 5051BAC, and was very happy with it. Now with the new 1051BAC, I found I am even happier.
There are a few improvements from 5051BAC that really make this new stand worth buying.
1. the three legs fold up to become like a flat board. very good for transportation if you have more than one stand.
2. the stand has two holes which can hook up some belt for easy carrying on the back.
3. stackable design which can stack folded them together for even better space saving and easier carrying.
VS
Most Liked Negative Review
Best for on-location photo shoots
The good:Light-weight and stackable. Great for travel and on-location photo shoots both with light heads and flash guns.
The bad: not sturdy enough for self-contained studio stropes. It felt little unbal...Read complete review
The good:Light-weight and stackable. Great for travel and on-location photo shoots both with light heads and flash guns.
The bad: not sturdy enough for self-contained studio stropes. It felt little unbalanced with 4lb strope attached even without any light modifier although it's rated for up to 8.8lb, the air cushioning was a very nice feature though.
I use it in on-location shoots, with Nikon's CLS off-camera flashs when traveling, and in studio for backdrop light.
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Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Artificial Lighting
- Photography
- Portraits
- Strobe Lighting
Comments about Manfrotto 1051BAC Alu Mini Air Cushioned Compact Stand, Black - 6.75' (2m):
Really nice build, and lightweight yet stable. The air cushioning is nice for protecting fingers. I haven't had a chance to try clipping multiple stands together, though that's a nice feature. My only complaint is that I wish it was more compact -- it's a little long when fully collapsed, almost twice the length of my Manfrotto 001B.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent
- Easy To Set Up
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Photography
- Portraits
- Strobe Lighting
- Weddings
Comments about Manfrotto 1051BAC Alu Mini Air Cushioned Compact Stand, Black - 6.75' (2m):
This is the neatest light stand I have ever seen and the way that it stacks with others of the same model are sweet. I can't believe that no one every thought this up before.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
- Similar:
- Tripods and heads, other light stands
Pros
- Lightweight
- Portable
- Small
Cons
- Small legs' spread
Best Uses
- For off camera flashes
Comments about Manfrotto 1051BAC Alu Mini Air Cushioned Compact Stand, Black - 6.75' (2m):
I bought an additional connector and use this stand to put my Canon 580 EX II speedlite on it, togehter with an umbrella. Works like a charm! And it is small and light, so you can take it with you to shoot anywhere you want. However, I doubt it can hold anything too heavy, because the legs don't spread too much.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent
- Easy To Set Up
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Photography
- Portraits
Comments about Manfrotto 1051BAC Alu Mini Air Cushioned Compact Stand, Black - 6.75' (2m):
I love this light stand. Compact enough and if you get more than one they clip together in a flat sort of configuration. I use it mostly for mounting off camera flash with attachements for potrait work.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent
- Easy To Set Up
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Artificial Lighting
- Photography
Comments about Manfrotto 1051BAC Alu Mini Air Cushioned Compact Stand, Black - 6.75' (2m):
I bought this stand knowing it would not be the most stable. However this stand has it's purpose in being small and lightweight.
If you want a stand that is holding a small & lightweight light where you can get close to the subject, this is one of the stands to do it.
This stand is also nice when just wanting some quick filler light and can be carried around easily with a small light.
Careful not to bump or trip over the legs as this stand will easily be tipped over. A great candidate for weighted bags in certain situations.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent
- Easy To Set Up
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Artificial Lighting
- Photography
- Portraits
- Strobe Lighting
Comments about Manfrotto 1051BAC Alu Mini Air Cushioned Compact Stand, Black - 6.75' (2m):
Don't know much about Italian cars, but they do tripods and lights stands right. These are little pricier than average travel light stand but are well-engineered and well-built. They fold up flat to less than 30 x 2 inches and are stackable. Air cuchioning works very well.
I use them with umbrella and flashgun. Although they are light and sturdy, I wouldn't use them with heavier studio strobes.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Manfrotto 1051BAC Alu Mini Air Cushioned Compact Stand, Black - 6.75' (2m):
This stand is pretty nice, it does the job. I bought the stand to use it for the photoshoots I do at home and it works fine. It adjusts to a height higher than I will ever need which is great. The only thing I do not like about this stand is that the legs are very short and if it gets bumped even a little bit it will fall over. Do not use out side any wind will knock it right over.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clever
- Easy To Set Up
- Lightweight
- Strong
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Action sports
- Photography
- Portraits
Comments about Manfrotto 1051BAC Alu Mini Air Cushioned Compact Stand, Black - 6.75' (2m):
I bought 2 of these, and they are way better than the impact stands I had before. They are convenient because they are stackable, and they fit in my lightstand bag really well. The choice between the 1/4 20 thread and the 3/8 thread make it easy to attach just about every accessory. These truly are the best bang for the buck.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent
- Easy To Set Up
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Artificial Lighting
- Photography
- Portraits
- Strobe Lighting
Comments about Manfrotto 1051BAC Alu Mini Air Cushioned Compact Stand, Black - 6.75' (2m):
Lightweight , compact , stackable .
Do not use outdoor without sandbags . The quality is superb.
Useful for off camera flashes such as Nikon SB800/SB900 with some XS light modifiers/umbrellas or as a gobo/reflector holder.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Artificial Lighting
Comments about Manfrotto 1051BAC Alu Mini Air Cushioned Compact Stand, Black - 6.75' (2m):
I use these small stands for small lights and occasionally as a microphone stand. I couldn't be happier with the quality. The little touches, like the red details, make it feel like a luxurious part of the kit and not just a basic black stand. The air damping is critical for the protection of your hands and your gear. You could probably find a generic small stand for a few dollars less, but the quality of this stand is well worth it.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Photography
- Portraits
- Strobe Lighting
Comments about Manfrotto 1051BAC Alu Mini Air Cushioned Compact Stand, Black - 6.75' (2m):
The light stand is fantastic. i love the way you can lock multiple light stands together, makes carrying gear to a location so much easier.
The only problem i have with the stand is that it doesn't lock the legs very tightly, might be a problem for those who are using heavier lighting gear.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent
- Easy To Set Up
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Manfrotto 1051BAC Alu Mini Air Cushioned Compact Stand, Black - 6.75' (2m):
Best stand I've had so far, compact and solid
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Portraits
Comments about Manfrotto 1051BAC Alu Mini Air Cushioned Compact Stand, Black - 6.75' (2m):
Used for a 45" umbrella with Manfrotto swivel adapter and 550EX Speedlite. Great quality, nice that you can lock several stands together for transport. Only bad thing is that the footprint is not that big, tough to use outdoors without it blowing over. Would be nice if the legs were telescoping so it would be more stable yet still compact.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Photography
Comments about Manfrotto 1051BAC Alu Mini Air Cushioned Compact Stand, Black - 6.75' (2m):
I was looking for a very small closed length. While it was fairly small, the Manfrotto Nano offered a smaller closed size and a leg spread that was more stable, plus it was 20.00 less expensive.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent
- Easy To Set Up
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Artificial Lighting
- Photography
- Portraits
- Strobe Lighting
Comments about Manfrotto 1051BAC Alu Mini Air Cushioned Compact Stand, Black - 6.75' (2m):
I like the ability to stack multiple units. Fully-extended, with a flash on top it was at the edge of stability, but it wasn't windy so it held up nicely.
The air cushion makes it harder to close it, but I like the safety feature.
I am considering buying a couple more. The build quality is top notch.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent
- Easy To Set Up
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Artificial Lighting
- Photography
Comments about Manfrotto 1051BAC Alu Mini Air Cushioned Compact Stand, Black - 6.75' (2m):
The usual Manfrotto quality
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Artificial Lighting
- Photography
- Portraits
- Strobe Lighting
- Weddings
Comments about Manfrotto 1051BAC Alu Mini Air Cushioned Compact Stand, Black - 6.75' (2m):
Compact, folds flat, sets up quickly. Bought this to use with the Apollo softbox as both are lightweight and portable...
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Artificial Lighting
Comments about Manfrotto 1051BAC Alu Mini Air Cushioned Compact Stand, Black - 6.75' (2m):
Good construction, light, compact
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Artificial Lighting
- Photography
- Portraits
- Strobe Lighting
Comments about Manfrotto 1051BAC Alu Mini Air Cushioned Compact Stand, Black - 6.75' (2m):
I primarly us this stand for a background light or a speedlight . It's light compact and attaches to any Manfrotto stand that has their clip together system . Stand sits very low, which gives you a greater range and more flexiblitiy . The foot-print is very small which will allow use in tight spaces, but if to top heavy it will tip over . I own various Manfrotto stands, and Love them all . Top quality and always excellent products !!!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent
- Easy To Set Up
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Portraits
- Strobe Lighting
Comments about Manfrotto 1051BAC Alu Mini Air Cushioned Compact Stand, Black - 6.75' (2m):
Build quality great considering it's modest price.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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