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MFG# SAMSH10RCW
Samy's Part# S-060143
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STUFFT Cinema Works 10 lb Shot Bag (Black with Red Handle) is used for securing the bases of light stands and set walls. The shot bags are useful to balance the light stands. The sand bag has a hand strap for easy handling and hanging on hooks. It is made of high quality material for longer...
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MFG# 25LBBAW
Samy's Part# S-043895
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The STUFFT 25 lb. Weather-Proof Sandbag (Matte Black) is used for securing the bases of light stands and set walls. The sand bags are useful to balance the light stands. Sand bag has a hand strap for easy handling and hanging on hooks. It is made of high quality material for longer
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MFG# 15LBBAW
Samy's Part# S-043893
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The STUFFT 15 lb. Weather-Proof Sandbag (Matte Black) is used for securing the bases of light stands and set walls. The sand bags are useful to balance the light stands. Sand bag has a hand strap for easy handling and hanging on hooks. It is made of high quality material for longer
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MFG# 429065
Samy's Part# MATT429065
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This piece of equipment has almost as many names as it has uses. Originally designed for mounting Baby fixtures to the top of set walls they are also used as the worlds lowest stand by nailing to a floor or on an Apple Box. Other names include Baby Nail On 750 Pigeon or just Nail On Plate. MSE...
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MFG# SAM25RCW
Samy's Part# S-061170
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The 
STUFFT Cinema Works 25 lb Sandbag (Black with Red Handle) is used for securing the bases of light stands and set walls. The sand bags are useful to balance the light stands. The sand bag has a hand strap for easy handling and hanging on hooks. It is made of high quality material for longer...
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MFG# 25LB
Samy's Part# S-024744
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The Saddle Sandbag 25 lb are available in various shapes to meet your requirements of photography equipment. These are used to strengthen the stability of stands and for balancing.

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  • Outer shell is water resistant, inner shell is polypropylene.
  • Handles on both sides are heavy duty
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MFG# 237HD
Samy's Part# MANF237HD
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A flexible Heavy Duty arm designed to be used with the super clamp system. Similar to the 2896 Flex Arm but with a larger diameter of .7". The Flexarm can hold light weight fixtures like a 150W Fresnel or props and be easily moved and held in place without having to lock any knobs.

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MFG# 299559
Samy's Part# MATT299559
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The Matthews 15 lb Sandbag Filled (Black) is used for securing the base of light stand and set wall and when you need extra weight to prevent tipping. The sand bags become essential part of your setup especially when the weight is off center, such as with a heavy Scrim. The bags help stabilize...
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MFG# 30028
Samy's Part# S-069578
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Matthews Studio Equipment, Inc. introduces the big brother to the innovative Gobo Plate, designed to interface with the standard 4.5” Grip Head. The Matthews Gobo Plate XL offers an array of unique mounting options and safety features for heavy-duty rigging. A go-to heavy duty problem solver, Gobo Plate
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MFG# DL0390
Samy's Part# S-014910
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The DLC Articulating Friction Arm is all metal in every segment, with lots of different mounting options. It features a head that rotates 360
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MFG# RS1068
Samy's Part# S-005585
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Medium weight stand for easily supports most monolites strobes and lampheads. Heavier diameter tubing for aded strength.
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MFG# RS3090P
Samy's Part# S-016998
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The RPS Triple Flash/Umbrella Mount is a great way to utilize your on camera flash units to create a lightweight light source that is ideal for the road. The mount features 3 adjustable locking flash shoes with a central umbrella receptacle. A 1/4"-20 tap in the bottom of the mount accepts...
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MFG# KG126011
Samy's Part# S-082437
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The Kupo B10 Grip Pin is tailor-made for the Profoto* B10 on a stand with a grip head or grip arm and provides greater stability for the B10 when mounting lighting control accessories such as a soft box, umbrella or flash kit. The Kupo B10 Grip Pin features a standard 1/4"-20 screw on the bracket
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MFG# 5145
Samy's Part# S-079765
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Say goodbye to the limitations of light stands and embrace the freedom to capture stunning images wherever your creativity takes you.

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Ergonomic handheld mount for off-camera flash provides mobility and adaptability

Pistol grip handle is perfect for on-location photo shoots and situations...
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MFG# FF3214
Samy's Part# S-055268
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The Manfrotto Scaffold Mounting Bracket
can be fastened to tubes with diameters ranging from 1.37" to 1.96" inclusive. It's used to directly support the rail that can be fixed in place either longitudinally or transversally. This bracket can be used as a brace for fixed supports.
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MFG# 429029
Samy's Part# MATT429029
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Machined from solid steel The Stand Adapter is exceptionally strong. Used to convert Junior 1-1/8" female to Baby 5/8" male.
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MFG# 350606
Samy's Part# S-006327
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Like a mini duckbill clamp or foam core holder, use this MICROClip to hold your foam core or anything else you need to design and maintain the lighting of your shoot.
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$32.00
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MFG# B429085
Samy's Part# S-081499
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This is a 3 x 5 metal plate with a welded 5/8 inch stud that extends 6 inches. The plate has 8 anchor points for nails or screws, which are not included. This item may be used on a wall, or free-standing as a floor-level light mount.
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MFG# 299576
Samy's Part# S-020316
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The Cordura Sandbag - 5 lb is a very useful and a good quality Sandbag by its manufacturer Matthews. come in a variety of shapes and weights. They are used for securing the bases of light stands and set walls. Most are Cordura nylon, some are vinyl covered and waterproof.
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MFG# 209644
Samy's Part# S-018673
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The Matthews Baby 2Fer Triple 5/8 in. to 2 5/8 in. Adapter is a strong and versatile way of adapting 5/8" females or grip heads into two or three 5/8" male pins.
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MFG# DL0314
Samy's Part# S-065398
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Dual joints allow the mount to be off-set which permits the light to be properly adjusted into the center of the umbrella. When not using an umbrella, this adapter allows the adjustment of the angle of the light almost 360°.

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Easy to use locking arms

Secure spring-loaded rosette
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MFG# KG014212
Samy's Part# S-064977
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Since most grip gear and lighting equipment uses a baby 5/8"(16mm) spigot or a junior mount 28mm (1 1/8") receiver, this accessory adds extra versatility to your gear.
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MFG# KG701611
Samy's Part# S-037274
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The Kupo Convi Clamp With Hex Stud (Black) is more than just an amazing clamp; it's the foundation of an entire grip system.

The all-metal Convi Clamp is made from a lightweight alloy that will support loads of up to 44 lbs (20 Kg)! It features a hexagonal receiver that accepts dozens of Convi...
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MFG# KG203012
Samy's Part# S-015124
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The Kupo G203012 2-1/2 inch Grip Head (Silver) consists of a pair of rotating aluminum discs attached to a 5/8 inch (16 mm) receiver. The discs have four different sized "V" shaped jaws to accept any accessory with a 5/8 inch, 1/2 inch, 3/8 inch, 1/4 inch mounting stud or tubing. The "V" shaped...
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MFG# KG203111
Samy's Part# S-021395
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The Kupo 2-1/2 In. Grip Head With Big Handle (Black Powder-Coated Finish) has four different "V" shaped jaws, an ergonomic oversized "T" handle with dedicated roller bearings for maximum torque, and a non-slip aluminum friction disc. Aluminum and steel construction. The "V" shaped jaws have "teeth"...
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MFG# 350623
Samy's Part# S-018671
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The Matthews 1/4-20 To Baby 5/8-F Adapter 1/4-20 To Baby Conversion Adapters for Lighting 1/4-20 To Baby 5/8-F Adapter 
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MFG# B429041
Samy's Part# S-081497
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This is a 3 x 5 metal plate with a welded 5/8 inch stud that extends 3 inches. The plate has 8 anchor points for nails or screws, which are not included. This item may be used on a wall, or free-standing as a floor-level light mount.
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MFG# 30025
Samy's Part# S-067241
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The Matthews Gobo Plate
is a versatile mounting adapter designed to interface with 2.5" grip heads and building materials such as lumber and metal studs. The plate features thoughtfully spaced holes for bolting on pins, tripod heads, and other camera accessories, as well as holes that allow the...
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MFG# 350584
Samy's Part# MATT350584
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MFG# RS3102
Samy's Part# S-007073
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The heavy duty LightBar is designed to accept up to 4 speedlites and, if desired, wireless releases, LED lights or quartz lights. It features metal construction with a tilting umbrella holder. The umbrella holder has a saw-tooth design for the tilt feature assuring a secure positioning of the...
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MFG# DL0316
Samy's Part# DOTLDL0316P
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This is a versatile bracket that will fit on almost any light stand. It includes two removeable, reversible studs to adapt to light stands with top studs smaller than the standard 5/8 inch. It also includes a shoe mount, which will accept virtually any shoe-mount flash unit.
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MFG# KD700912
Samy's Part# S-015125
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The D700912 is a mini flex arm with a 3/8"-16 female thread inside a baby 5/8" (16mm) adapter on one side and an alligator clip on the other. It's the perfect accessory to hold small items such as a mini flag or reflector. he D700912 is 11.4" (29mm) in length.
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MFG# OV120LB
Samy's Part# S-077067
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MFG# KD800612
Samy's Part# S-068966
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The Kupo Cup Holder allows an easy connection with the Convi Clamp or even a 4 way clamp to add space to a cluttered desk. A cup holders helps keep from accidentally spilling drinks. The holder is made of durable aluminum alloy.
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MFG# SAM10R
Samy's Part# S-053667
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STUFFT Cinema Works 10 lb Sandbag (Black with Red Handle) is used for securing the bases of light stands and set walls. The sand bags are useful to balance the light stands. The sand bag has a hand strap for easy handling and hanging on hooks. It is made of high quality material for longer...
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MFG# SAM15R
Samy's Part# S-053666
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STUFFT Cinema Works 15 lb Sandbag (Black with Red Handle) is used for securing the bases of light stands and set walls. The sand bags are useful to balance the light stands. The sand bag has a hand strap for easy handling and hanging on hooks. It is made of high quality material for
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Light stands and grip equipment provide a stable base for your lighting equipment, making them essential for any photography and video production. We carry a full selection of light stands for photography and video, from lightweight stands for quick and easy lighting setups to heavy-duty options for more elaborate lighting configurations.

In addition to light stands, we also offer a wide range of grip equipment to help you achieve the perfect shot. Our grip equipment includes clamps, arms, and other accessories designed to hold your lighting equipment in place and provide maximum flexibility with easy-to-adjust components. Whether you need to secure a light in a specific position or add an extra arm to your setup, our grip and lighting equipment have you covered.

Many of the light stands and grip equipment we carry are designed for compatibility with various types of lighting equipment, including strobes, continuous lights, and modifiers. This means that you can mix and match grip and lighting equipment to create a personalized setup that works for your project.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)


What Is the C in C-Stand?

The C in C-stand stands for "century," referring to the most common type of reflector used by these types of light stands for early film productions. C-stands are widely used pieces of grip equipment in the film and photography industry because of their versatility and stability. They consist of a heavy metal base with three legs that can be adjusted for height and a vertical column that extends upward to hold a variety of accessories.

How Do You Stabilize Light Stands?

Stabilizing light stands is crucial for the safety of the crew and the security of expensive lighting equipment on set. You can stabilize your light stands with sandbags, weights, and guy wires, and by making sure the legs of the stand are spread wide to create a stable base (if they're adjustable). In addition to safety, you also want to stabilize your light stand to make sure the lighting stays consistent and even.

Are Light Stands and Grip Equipment Universal?

Most light stands and grip equipment are designed with universal mounting options, such as 1/4-inch and 3/8-inch screws, to fit a wide range of lighting equipment. However, it's always a good idea to double-check compatibility before making a purchase.

How Often Should I Check and Maintain My Grip and Lighting Equipment?

Regularly checking and maintaining your equipment is crucial for safety and performance. Before each shoot, inspect your stands, clamps, and other grip equipment for any signs of wear or damage. Regular maintenance, like tightening screws and cleaning, can extend the lifespan of your equipment and ensure consistent results.

What Are Guy Wires and How Are They Used?

Guy wires are strong, tensioned cables used to stabilize taller or heavier light stands. They are anchored to the ground or other solid objects to provide additional support, particularly in windy conditions.

Can You Attach Multiple Lights to a Single Light Stand?

Yes, you can attach multiple lights to a single stand using multi-light mount adapters. However, make sure not to exceed the maximum load capacity of the stand to maintain stability and safety.

What Is a Boom Arm and When Would I Use One?

A boom arm is an extendable arm that attaches to a light stand or C-stand, allowing you to position lights or other accessories above the subject. This is useful for achieving dramatic lighting effects or for minimizing shadows.

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