Walimex pro lamp tripod WT-806 with spring damping I height max. 256cm I stable light tripod loadable up to 6kg I lighting tripod for ring light, reflector, flash & video I incl. 3/8" adapter & bag

Great light stand. Works well for a quite heavy 150W LED light. Really appreciate the quality.

A good inexpensive tripod that does the job well. Delivered in very good time. Thanks.

Perfect for the money, I love it

This is a sturdy light stand from Walimex that extends to 2.5M. I have some cheaper stands that go up to 3M and that cost almost a quarter the price of this one but you get what you pay for, and if you're hoisting studio lamps especially it's worth paying the extra for something a little studier. The bottom section on the Walimex is 35mm diameter, compared to the cheaper variant I have at just 25mm - the walimex just feels sturdier and better made. Of course it's no Manfrotto, but then it doesn't have the price tag of a Manfrotto stand either. The sections are sprung rather than gas damped (the cheaper variants I have don't have any damping at all). On balance I'd prefer gas damping - the springs seem like a cheap second cousin and if your kit comes down unexpectedly I'd worry that it may get jarred when the spring bounces it back up again. But this is a minor point really - you get what you pay for once again, and some damping is better than none at all. The stand comes with a carry bag (which seems a little unnecesary to me) and an adaptor which converts the spiggot on top from 1/4" to 3/8". At first I thought that the adaptor sat rarther loosely on the 1/4" spigot until I realised that it screws over the top of the other one and is then very secure indeed. The sections can be secured with a quarter turn of each locking lever - compared to my cheaper stands which use a wing nut/screw mechanism. A minor difference, but adjusting the Walimex is quicker and easier as a result. So in summary this is a great light stand for the price - well worth paying a little extra for compared to cheaper alternatives. But if you want absolute quality and build quality you'll be better off with something like a Manfrotto, provided you're happy to pay 2-3 times the price of the Walimex. Recommended.

This is a substantial piece of heavy-duty equipment, built to support studio lights. The obvious thing that is different about it is that the extension tubes are sprung. I’m not sure why. I’ve never felt the need for springs in my light stands, however, considering how heavy monoblocs can be, I guess it offers a little protection should you let go while lowering or raising a light. The three legs, at maximum extension, will fit in a circle with a diameter of 3’8”. The poles extend to 8’, but with the legs at maximum extension the base of the pole is 5” above ground so total height is 8’5”. The tubes are large diameter, and my guess is made from aluminium. The locking catches are easy enough to operate and the top has a standard studio light fitting with a standard tripod screw built in to the top. It comes with a carrying bag complete with shoulder strap and an adapter to change the size of the screw on the top. There’s not really anything else I can say. It’s solid, well-built, and looks as though it’s built to last.

One thing that has changed little in the last four or five decades in the film and photography industry is the design of lightning stands. Three telescopic sections, three folding legs and a standard 5/8" spigot on the top. The only significant difference between different designs is the maximum height and weight of the stand - obviously, the heavy the light, the heavier the stand needs to be. This Walimex stand is reasonably sturdy - if you are from the film world it is closer to a blonde stand than a redhead stand. This means it is not as compact as some stands (98cm when folded) but will take moderately heavy lights (the manufacturers claim up to 6Kg but I think that is a little optimistic if you want a stable fixture - I would not be happy putting a light weighing more than 4Kg on this stand). The top of the spigot has (an increasingly standard) 1/4" screw thread and, less commonly, an adapter that screws over this offering a 5/8" thread. The stand sections are also sprung internally - this means if you release one of the clamps carelessly the section above will be cushioned in its fall, avoiding a shock that is likely to break the filament of a hot light. It also comes in its own carrying case - something I've never seen used in all my years in the film industry. All in all, this looks like a solidly made stand and good value for money.

I have a Walimex softbox light/stand and the design of this stand is similar, but the construction is noticeably sturdier with less plastic and a generally more positive fit and finish with this. At over 2.5m tall this is probably as tall as you would need for home studio use (it's pretty much ceiling height). Two screw sizes should cover most attachment requirements and a supplied bag is useful for storage and transport. The spring loaded poles seem to serve no purpose other than to catch you out, aside from that it's all good.

This light stand seems to be well made and seems like it should be durable. It's quick and easy to put up and pack away, and the design means your not likely to damage a light if you release a section by mistake. It comes with a bag which is useful for storage, but more importantly makes the stand easy to carry. This stand seems to compare well with other more expensive ones I've got. Overall, this is a cost effective stand that is easy to recommend.