Manfrotto Boom Stand Review

This quick functionality makes the combi boom stand both easy and flexible for you to use.

Manfrotto boom stand review.

Reviewed in the united states on may 4 2020 i have other stands and each serves its own purpose but the manfrotto 420 combi boom stand turns out to be the most valuable in the studio and also for set work on location. This is a manfrotto combi boom stand. The combi boom stand in black aluminium and with a sandbag is a flexible and hard wearing combi boom stand. Perfect for a hair light or product photography you will wonder what you ever did without one.

The boom allows you to place a light directly over your subject matter for great separation and light control. It s strong and easy to work with. Just extend the riser to the maximum height and press a lever for the boom. I recently used it to hang 30 x40 1 thick foam core as a backdrop and hung the material with clamps.

5 0 out of 5 starsa first class stand the manfrotto 420 combi boom stand for quality and performance. The manfrotto boom stand 420b is sturdy flexible and easy to use. Extend the second riser of this medium duty black aluminum light stand to its maximum press a lever and you have a stand with a two section boom arm. Extend the second riser of this manfrotto 420nsb combi boom stand to its maximum press a lever and you have a stand with a two section boom arm when used as a boom stand this black aluminum stand s maximum load is 11 lbs 5 kg strong enough for a small light fixture with a small softbox or umbrella.

When used as a boom stand its maximum load is 4 5 lbs 2 kg strong enough for a small light fixture with a small softbox or umbrella. It has a nice compromise between weight size and stability. A boom stand is a great addition to any studio set up. It s manfrotto they re known for quality goods and this unit is no exception.

I have other stands and each serves its own purpose but the manfrotto 420 combi boom stand turns out to be the most valuable in the studio and also for set work on location. Designed to work as a practical light stand you ll find set up is easy. It s a light stand and a boom stand in one i have no use for microphones in photography but the boom part is good for hair lights it also is great when i use soft boxes etc.