Top rated Lamp tripods
Here's a ranking of the top rated products in this category. To give you a quick overview, we've also added some key information about the products.
1. Walimex Wt-806
The high-quality processed tripod can be extended to a height of more than two and a half meters with a maximum of 256cm and is at the same time extremely transportable with a packing size of only 98cm, making it ideal for both studio and mobile use. Despite the high-quality equipment, the Walimex weighs only 1620 grams per lamp tripod. The tripod convinces by its extremely stable stand, even when fully extended. A further advantage is the high continuous load capacity due to a very high-quality and well thought-out construction. All components are very solidly constructed and designed for long use. By using metal fasteners and adjustable screws, this tripod still gives a lot of pleasure even after years of use.
2. Walimex pro Per WT-803
The walimex pro WT-803 lamp stand, with a height of 200 cm, is ideal for beginners in studio photography. This well-crafted stand is portable and flexible, weighing less than 1 kg and with a transport size of approximately 71 cm. You can use studio flashes or reflectors weighing up to about 2.5 kg with this stand. With the standard 5/8 inch spigot connection featuring 1/4 and 3/8 inch threads, the studio stand is suitable for all common smaller studio lights and flashes.
3. Manfrotto 1004BAC Master
The Master lamp tripod is compact and easy to transport. It's an absolute must-have for any photographer. It is made from lightweight and reliable aluminium and offers an amazing load capacity of up to 9 kg.
This tripod, which is also available as a set of 3, features the innovative Quick-Stack system, which allows several tripods to be assembled for transport or storage. The Master lamp tripod comprises tubes in lengths of 18, 20, 23 and 30 cm. The possibility of connecting the tripods is an extremely innovative, space-saving idea.
In your pocket the tripods can be easily stowed away and brought to the place of use. Or they can be stored neatly in a more compact bag for storage in the studio.
The Master lamp tripod has 3 drawers. Air cushioning facilitates quick height adjustment and prevents accidental pinching of fingers and strong vibrations of the equipment. Thanks to the large 106 cm installation surface, the tripod can also be set up stably on uneven ground.
4. Walimex WT-806 Lamp tripod set
With this 3-piece set of the popular walimex WT-806 lamp stands, you are perfectly equipped for many lighting setups: Using these stands, you can create a complete lighting arrangement with key light, fill light, and hair light. The lamp stands are the ideal solution for this purpose.
You can mount studio flashes or reflectors weighing up to 6 kg each on these high-quality, well-crafted, and highly stable stands. The spring damping provides the necessary safety when lowering the individual stand sections. With the standard 5/8 inch spigot connection with 1/4 inch thread, the studio stands are suitable for all common studio lights and flashes. The quick-release levers allow you to adjust the stands in just a few seconds and adapt them to your needs at any time.
Compact and lightweight
The stands are extremely compact and portable, with a weight of only about 2.2 kg and a transport length of approximately 109 cm each. Thanks to their small packing size, they are particularly easy to store and transport. They are therefore also excellent for smaller studios, leaving room for other equipment. A transport bag is included for each stand for easy transport.
5. Walimex Lamp tripod set with bag, 4pcs.
The Walimex pro lamp tripod set with practical tripod bag is the economy set for every photographer. With the standard spigot connection 5/8 inch the tripods are suitable for all usual studio lights and studio flashes. A separate protective bag ensures the necessary safety during transport and allows separate transport. Due to the carrying handle and the adjustable shoulder handle, the tripod bag is perfectly suited for touring with it. It offers space for 2 tripods of the set and has a practical quick tripod removal by zipper. The WT-806 lamp tripod with a max. height of 256cm is with a transport length of approx. 109cm portable and flexible in the studio as well as for mobile photographers applicable. The load capacity is 6kg. The spring damping ensures the necessary safety when lowering the individual tripod elements. The WT-803 lamp tripod has a dead weight of just 1kg and is the all-round talent in the studio. It is extendable up to approx. 200cm and has a load capacity of approx. 2.5kg. The robust WT-802 tripod can carry reflectors or flashes up to a weight of 2.5kg despite its small size of 108cm. With the additional spigot on the stand leg, great lighting effects can be achieved almost at ground level.
6. Manfrotto 1005BAC Ranker
The new Babylight tripods are here! Their stability, due to the use of high-quality materials, low weight, standard air suspension, and compact transport size, makes the Babylight tripods the ideal and reliable companion for all lighting tasks in the studio and on set.
7. Manfrotto 3-Pack Blk Alu Ac Ranker Stand
3 x 1005BAC light stand "Ranker", black, 105-279 cm, transport length 105 cm, 2.1 kg, 10 kg load capacity, A35-30-25ø, 16 mm bolt (removable), cross hole.
Stand material: Aluminium. Standard air suspension with compact transport dimensions makes it suitable for all lighting tasks in the studio and on set. Thanks to Thomann's patented Quick Stack System (QSS), several tripods can be easily plugged together for space-saving transport and storage. You can easily carry 4 to 5 tripods one-handed to the car or from the car to the set. Tripods connected via QSS can also be carried on the shoulder.
Specifications:
- Diameter footprint: max. 106 cm
- Max. load: 10 kg
- Tube diameter: 35, 30, 25 mm
- Segments: 3 Thomann sections (2 extensions)
- Height: 118 - 273 cm
- Length closed: 100 cm.
8. Godox 303 Light stand
The Godox 303 light stand is ideal for setting up your camera or flash during studio photography or on location. It is sturdy, height-adjustable, and easy to use. With a maximum height of 260 cm and a minimum height of 97 cm, the 303 model provides the right working height for almost any application.
9. Manfrotto 1051BAC Mini Compact
Reliable, stable, and compact. The Mini compact lamp stand with air suspension is an extremely compact tripod that will exceed your expectations. It is incredibly lightweight while offering an impressive load capacity and working height. Thanks to its 4 segments, it can be folded down to a compact size in seconds, making it easy to transport or store space-saving in the studio.
Another great feature of this compact lamp stand is the air suspension. It ensures smooth, safe movements and prevents accidental pinching of fingers as well as strong vibrations of the equipment. The tripod, which can be folded down to a compact transport size, weighs only 1.8 kg.
Despite its lightweight design, it has a load capacity of up to 5 kg, allowing it to be easily combined with a variety of equipment. The 3 extensions enable easy adjustment to the desired position and can be securely locked. Additionally, the tripod can be connected with other stands for easy transport.
10. Nanlite LS-288-5/8
Weighing only 2.45 kg and with a compact size of exactly 95 cm, this tripod is ideal for both on-the-go use and studio settings. It can be extended from 108 cm to 290 cm. The locks are made of steel, and the tubes are constructed from an aluminum alloy. The LS288-5/8 can support up to 6 kg. Excellent craftsmanship and stability characterize this tripod.
