Manfrotto 5001B Nano Black Light Stand - 6.2' (1.9m)

Comments about Manfrotto 5001B Nano Black Light Stand - 6.2' (1.9m):

It works well because the leg spread is very wide relative to other small stand. If you are shooting with an umbrella or other modifier outdoors you should be using sand anyway.

I just love how compact it is. It can support my Sunpak 555 with moderate wind without getting knocked over. I can't say that for my Lowell DT-33s

Comments about Manfrotto 5001B Nano Black Light Stand - 6.2' (1.9m):

This is my second 5001B and they are espceially useful for travel and portable lighting. I use them for holding my Nikon D880s or QFlash T4. It's best to anchor them with sandbags though.

Comments about Manfrotto 5001B Nano Black Light Stand - 6.2' (1.9m):

Light and sturdy for my flashes and microphones (indoor use).

Comments about Manfrotto 5001B Nano Black Light Stand - 6.2' (1.9m):

This is a great portable stand. I use it to hold a speedlight usually a hairlight for my outdoor portraits. Sometimes I use it for my indoor portraits holds a speedlight with a portable softbox on it. B&H is the best...order today...get your equipment tomorrow!

Comments about Manfrotto 5001B Nano Black Light Stand - 6.2' (1.9m):

Compact, easy to open/close. Can fit into carry on bags.

Comments about Manfrotto 5001B Nano Black Light Stand - 6.2' (1.9m):

Great small portable stand. I bought it because it was recommended by strobist.com Be careful if you plan on butting anything more than a speed light in there, it is small, light and the foot span is small. By the time you use it outdoors and have an umbrella on it, it only takes a little bit of wind to knock it over. You might want to consider sandbags which defeats the small and portable aspect of it. It is great for indoors.

Comments about Manfrotto 5001B Nano Black Light Stand - 6.2' (1.9m):

I bought these two stands for location work with my speedlights. They are exactly what they are advertised. However, putting a medium softbox on a speedlight is asking a bit much of these stands. A small modifier, umbrella, etc. is OK.

Using just the speedlight without a modifier is perfect indoors. Outdoors.....pray for calm.

Comments about Manfrotto 5001B Nano Black Light Stand - 6.2' (1.9m):

Manfrotto is one of the stand best brand
work nice inside, not eavy enouth for outside
Very small and easy to carry

Comments about Manfrotto 5001B Nano Black Light Stand - 6.2' (1.9m):

As you would expect from Manfrotto. Folds up small, and can actually go pretty tall, but is light weight. This is good for a strobist, but not major lights or softboxes in the wind.

Comments about Manfrotto 5001B Nano Black Light Stand - 6.2' (1.9m):

The most stable most compact light stand I know of. Very easy to carry.

Comments about Manfrotto 5001B Nano Black Light Stand - 6.2' (1.9m):

This is very compact and light weight stand. Manfrotto is always top quality.

Comments about Manfrotto 5001B Nano Black Light Stand - 6.2' (1.9m):

Reversing legs mean this packs really small. I can carry a couple strapped to my regular phototrekker with no problem.

Usual excellent Manfrotto quality.

Comments about Manfrotto 5001B Nano Black Light Stand - 6.2' (1.9m):

This is a great stand for a cheap price. Whether you are a beginner or a pro this is a great investment along with the 026 Swivel Umbrella Adapter by Manfrotto. Don't hesitate and buy it!

Comments about Manfrotto 5001B Nano Black Light Stand - 6.2' (1.9m):

Compact folding but extends to a more than 6.2' of height depending on how you extend the legs.
I will use it to set strobes for hummingbird photos and portrait lighting.

Comments about Manfrotto 5001B Nano Black Light Stand - 6.2' (1.9m):

Lightwieght light stand that you can take anywhere.

Comments about Manfrotto 5001B Nano Black Light Stand - 6.2' (1.9m):

I've used this stand before i bought it so i already knew i would like it. But i am really glad that i made the purchase, its great for location shoots and weddings. I use it with an umbrella bracket and Canon Speedlight. The only con would be that it isn't very sturdy if its windy.

Comments about Manfrotto 5001B Nano Black Light Stand - 6.2' (1.9m):

Bought so I can bring some of my gear in carry on while traveling airlines. For me, it fits that bill perfectly. Being a compact stand, I did not have expectations for stability.

I'm using it with speedlight (mounted atop mini ballhead)with radio slave, and a grid, or other small modifiers. With reasonable expectations (not trying to use big softboxes or monolights), this stand performs as designed. Good also for just having a speedlight bounce off a wall, or background lighting.

It's the first Manfrotto piece of gear I own that is not made in italy. It's made where virtually everything else is these days. Not that it matters, just FYI. Have not noticed any quality control issues (as of yet).

Comments about Manfrotto 5001B Nano Black Light Stand - 6.2' (1.9m):

Folds to a really small size perfect for the weight of an umbrella/speedlight combination. I also use it with small LED lights for video and to hold a Rode Video mic pro.

Comments about Manfrotto 5001B Nano Black Light Stand - 6.2' (1.9m):

I use this with my Canon Speedlight and umbrella and works great!

Comments about Manfrotto 5001B Nano Black Light Stand - 6.2' (1.9m):

I bought this light stand over less expensive models because I wanted something ultra-lightweight that could easily fit in my carry-on luggage when travelling. I use it with my Canon Speedlite either bare or with an umbrella. I haven't had the chance to see how it holds up in wind so I cannot comment on its performance there.

So far, I've been really satisfied with it, particularly after balancing it on some rather precarious rocks for a shoot. The long legs provide extra stability.

It does was it's supposed to do and is easy on the arms and back. I would recommend it to a speedliter (or speedlighter) who wanted something light that sets up easily and packs small. I would be sure to check out other reviews if you have using it with heavier lights in mind though. I don't know how heavy it can handle.