Sandbags/Weight Bags
Neewer SB-BL2 Heavy-Duty Empty Sandbag (20 lb Capacity, 2-Pack)
- Two 10 x 9" Sandbags
- Each Supports up to 20 lb of Sand/Gravel
- Stabilizes Lighting Equipment
- Saddle Bag with Top Handle
Impact Empty Saddle Sandbag - (15 lb Capacity, Orange)
- Water-Resistant Cordura Nylon
- Double Zippered
- Upper and Lower Nylon Hand Straps
Cambo RD-1290 Empty Counterweight Bag (15 lb)
ORCA OR-83 Sand/Water Bag
- Easy, Lightweight Transport When Empty
- Ideal for Travelling & Location Shoots
- Sold Empty, Fill with Sand or Water
- Ideal Counterweight for C-Stand
Tenba Small Heavy Bag (10 lb, Black)
SHAPE On Set Sandbag (15 lb)
- Two Pouches with Heavy-Duty Zippers
- Scratch-, Water- & Wear-Resistant PVC
- Holds up to 20 lb
- Includes Steel Carabiner
PortaBrace Heavy-Duty Sandbag (25 lb, Blue, Empty)
- Heavy-Duty 1000-Denier Cordura Nylon
- Leak-Resistant Double-Stitched Design
- Easy Grip Nylon Handles
- Durable Nylon Webbing
Triad-Orbit GB-3 Grav Bags Ballast Bags
- Three 3.3 lb Bags
- Can Be Used Individually or Together
- Hook-and-Loop Fasteners
Impact Filled Saddle Sandbag (20 lb, Caution Striped, Set of 4)
- Set of 4 Filled 20 lb Sandbags
- Caution Striped Cordura Nylon
- Rugged and Durable Assembly
- Double-Zipper Design
Impact Filled Saddle Sandbag (25 lb, Caution Striped, Set of 4)
- Set of 4 Filled 25 lb Sandbags
- Caution Striped Cordura Nylon
- Rugged and Durable Assembly
- Double-Zipper Design
Impact Empty Saddle Sandbag - (35 lb Capacity, Orange)
- Water-Resistant Cordura Nylon
- Double Zippered
- Upper and Lower Nylon Hand Straps
Neewer SB-BL4 Heavy-Duty Empty Sandbag (20 lb Capacity, 4-Pack)
- Four 10 x 9" Sandbags
- Each Supports up to 20 lb of Sand/Gravel
- Stabilizes Lighting Equipment
- Saddle Bag with Top Handle
StandDaddy Tripod Stabilizer System (4-Pack)
- Stabilize Stands, Tripods, and More
- Unbreakable Composite Material
- CNC-Machined Construction
- Fits 1" Center Hole Weight Plates
Tenba Medium Heavy Bag (20 lb, Black)
Galaxy Audio Life Saver Sandbag
- Fill with Sand or Water
- Protects Mics and Speakers
- Doughnut Shape Keeps Bag on the Stand
Smith-Victor Tri-Pack Studio Weight Bag
- Stabilizes Light Stands, Booms & Tripods
- Lightweight & Durable
- 3 Compartments Hold 6 Bottles of Water
- Zippered Compartments for Added Weight
Kupo Sandbag (35 lb Capacity, Black)
- Cordex Textured Nylon Bag
- Saddle Bag Design with Top Handle
- Ships Empty, Can Fill with Sand or Shot
- Stabilizes Light Stands or C-Stands
PortaBrace Heavy-Duty Sandbag (15 lb, Blue, Empty)
- Heavy-Duty 1000-Denier Cordura Nylon
- Leak-Resistant Double-Stitched Design
- Easy Grip Nylon Handles
- Durable Nylon Webbing
PortaBrace Heavy-Duty Sandbag (15 lb, Black, Empty)
- Heavy-Duty 1000-Denier Cordura Nylon
- Leak-Resistant Double-Stitched Design
- Easy Grip Nylon Handles
- Durable Nylon Webbing
Impact Filled Saddle Sandbag (15 lb, Caution Striped, Set of 2)
- Set of 2 Filled 15 lb Sandbags
- Caution Striped Cordura Nylon
- Rugged and Durable Assembly
- Double-Zipper Design
Impact Filled Saddle Sandbag (20 lb, Caution Striped, Set of 2)
- Set of 2 Filled 20 lb Sandbags
- Caution Striped Cordura Nylon
- Rugged and Durable Assembly
- Double-Zipper Design
Impact Empty Saddle Sandbag Kit (5 lb, Black, 6-Pack)
- Cordura Nylon
- Rugged and Durable Assembly
- Double-Zipper Design
- Water and Weather Resistant
Impact Filled Saddle Sandbag (25 lb, Caution Striped, Set of 2)
- Set of 2 Filled 25 lb Sandbags
- Caution Striped Cordura Nylon
- Rugged and Durable Assembly
- Double-Zipper Design
Impact Empty Saddle Sandbag Kit (5 lb, Orange, 6-Pack)
- Cordura Nylon
- Rugged and Durable Assembly
- Double-Zipper Design
- Water and Weather Resistant
PortaBrace Heavy-Duty Sandbag with Gaffer Tape (15 lb, Black, Empty)
- Heavy-Duty Cordura Nylon Sandbag
- Leakproof Double-Stitched Design
- Roll of Gaffer Tape & 12" Piggin' String
- Carabiner/Flashlight Combination
Using Saddle Sand Bags and Weight Bags as Counterweights
Saddle sandbags can function as counterweights for photo and video extension arms, tripods, and C-stands. There are three common types of filler for shot bags: water, sand, and buckshot. Some bags come without fillers, which is useful for video or photo shoots in nature when you don't want to carry prefilled bags.
Different Types of Weight Bags
Weight bags come in prefilled options that can weigh from 1 to 200 pounds. The bags feature vinyl, canvas, Cordura nylon, hemp, or polyester. Most feature leak- and water-resistant materials for use around electronics. Saddle sandbags have a flat middle with bags on each side, which are easy to sling over light stand extension poles or camera arms as a counterbalance. Water bags are simple to fill and empty, and are useful for weighing down lighting and studio equipment. Steadying tripods and other photo and video equipment helps you get the best shots possible, free of blurring or unintended movement.
Uses for Photography Sandbags
Boa, saddle, butterfly, and ballast bags are all suitable as counterweights for camera and boom equipment such as extension arms and poles. Circular sand or water weight bags are popular for weighing down tripods, as they offer stability for the center poles. Circular bags are also popular for steadying C-stands and lighting stands outside during windy weather. Place counterweights like saddle sandbags at the end of extension poles to balance the poles for camera equipment. This is particularly useful for continuous overhead shooting, as the opposite end of the pole can become heavy once the camera is on it. Adding counterweights also takes some stress from truss and pipe clamps, which could sustain damage if equipment doesn't balance properly.
B&H Photo and Video carries light stands, mounting hardware, and sandbags to help you expand your equipment. Browse a vast array of lighting, audio, video, and camera counterweights and find the right ones to keep your equipment balanced or steady during shoots.