Backdrop stands

[UaeExile]

Are they all much of a muchness?

Just found one for about £50 which seems quite cheap. It was quite sturdy from what I could tell and came with a carry case.

Unknown brand made in China.....

 

[Kodiak Qc]

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When I looked for those, here are what I look for:
• must have double bracing (for sand bags)
• must have 5 segments (reaching 4.5m min.)
• must have air cushions

Recently, I got a pair of these @ 65€ each: (link in german)
http://www.enjoyyourcamera.com/Blit...tativ-120-460-cm-mit-Luftdaempfung::8496.html
for on-location work… very happy!

 

[saul01]

How about something like this, attached to one of your lightstands?

 

[Garry Edwards]

How about something like this, attached to one of your lightstands?

Sorry, but totally unsuitable, not long enough, not stable enough, won't take the weight.

Back to the orginal question, IMO it's worth paying more for something that will last for more than 5 minutes and that will safely take the weight. A lot of these Ebay cheapies are only designed to be used with "non woven fabric" which weighs virtually nothing because it's crap - if you're planning to use paper or, even worse, vinyl, then you need a very rigid structure.

 

[UaeExile]

Sorry, but totally unsuitable, not long enough, not stable enough, won't take the weight.

Back to the orginal question, IMO it's worth paying more for something that will last for more than 5 minutes and that will safely take the weight. A lot of these Ebay cheapies are only designed to be used with "non woven fabric" which weighs virtually nothing because it's crap - if you're planning to use paper or, even worse, vinyl, then you need a very rigid structure.

Thanks Gary, I'll have a look about and see what else is available.

 

[Phil V]

Cheap sturdy background stands? PA stands are £ for £ better than photography stands, built to hold more weight, air damped. Bargain.