The Worlds Most COMPACT Travel Light Stands

[@AANasseh]

Markus is my Go-To person for the most accurate, no non-sense, and non commercial advice on filmmaking gear and techniques!! Love you Markus!!!

[@LeopoldElwes]

The number one place to find videos you don't need but have to watch😂👍

[@AANasseh]

@@LeopoldElwes or you didn’t know you needed! I’ve learned a lot from his quest for the smallest tripod, stand, light, and camera!

[@JacobdelaRosa]

This is just incredible. I would have never known that these products existed without this channel.

[@AspectStudio]

You have some of the most useful videos in this niche, I think. Seeing how all these products compare to one another is much more useful than a simple unboxing video, or review, with charts and diagrams comparing the other products.

[@MarkusPix]

I get right to the practical stuff

[@keithbrown454]

Mark, let me say that your work, ideas, and suggestions does not go in vain. I love your videos! They inspire and give me many thoughts on the creation of new photography ideas. You are a blessing man to the utmost. Thank you.

[@kul0tzrege]

FINALLY! this is my struggle when traveling and wanted to take good photos! Markus! You'll be my go to person guru for portability travel photographer! THIS CONTENT IS GOLD!

[@pixelpeter3883]

It's always so amusing to see Markus getting really enthusiastic about poles/tubes/stands :-) Appreciate your work Markus!

[@kipmay5101]

Marcus is the world’s greatest guru of light stands. Very informative video.

[@kenbest7660]

An "out-standing" video. Lots of usable information. Helps us know the various options. And, I really appreciate how you look for inexpensive stuff too.

[@uncle0eric]

This is great because I usually find myself relying only on natural lighting exactly because lugging around supplementary lighting seems such a hassle. Thanks for helping to mitigate this problem!

[@papsny]

It ain't a hassle if you're a professional, it's a necessity to bring lights and it is what differentiates you from an amateur. Professionals don't rely on the luck of DJ lights or good natural light.

[@e_Dave]

@papsny Are you sure about that? My Grandfather's a professional photographer and is about as old-school as it gets, and he's constantly using natural light whenever he can specifically because he hates hulling around giant heavy lights. I've learned from both him AND Markus that you don't need a million dollars worth of giant equipment to be "professional." The difference between an amateur and professional is experience, which can result in better pictures on its own. If you feel like you need a bunch of accessories in order to be "professional," then you're clearly trying too hard to look cool.

[@craigieb]

The amount of information you fit into an entertaining 22 minutes is astounding. THANK YOU!!!

[@The_LaughingHyena]

Im really glad i found you and your forest of light stands. You always inspire me to keep it simple and DIY what ya can.

[@mK_Dx]

Markus' excitement is half of the entertainment of this video.

[@picassocube3521]

You've just gave me an idea of mounting my small Amaran AL-H198 from Aperture, using a tripod head, now I'm able to tilt it to any angle, such as 45

[@ruifeliz6466]

Mr P..... I travel quite a bit for work and to quote other viewers you are my Go-to for "all things common sense". Great tips. Thanks!

[@MileyonDisney]

How many calls a day do you get from B&H or Adorama to be an affiliate? They probably see a spike in sales after every one of your videos.

[@IMDABROWN]

Love the new animation. Reminds me of the characters from the Pink Panther cartoons

[@jhoang861]

I love your passion! You're very genuine. Thank you for sharing your research on gears other than cameras and lenses with us!

[@timeparadoxx6558]

I love the excitement in your face and your voice!! Just brings so much happiness! Thank you! Love the info too!

[@realnikonlover6207]

What an incredible selection of options out there. It is nice to see the variations and some of the DIY twists thrown in to make things work better and together. Thanks Markus for your sweat equity in all the videos. Special shout to Cara who brings you on the screen in a superb fashion. Cheers. - Jim

[@grandPa63]

You're a happy man. Thank you.

[@jamesgaszak3685]

Marcus is my hero on camera gear. Love this guy.

[@davidheller25]

I love your style man. I’m also get hyper focused on perfecting things that don’t really need it. Thanks for shopping for all this stuff. Your videos are unlike any other product videos out there.

[@MarkusPix]

Thanks! It's fun

[@farazshah1740]

Thank you for sharing your insights. I was putting together a selfie stick and a tripod base combo myself and seeing these combinations laid out next to each other and compared was extremely helpful

[@MarkusPix]

We think alike

[@windwardhooligans1140]

Thanks Markus! I’ve been shopping for light stands and my head was beginning to spin. Your timing for this video was perfect.

[@AliasJimWirth]

Fantastic. The possibilities are almost endless. Something for every need and situation. Wow. Thank you, Markus, for this rundown.

[@VisualArt3D]

I do a lot of interviews in Germany, Austria and Switzerland and always travel back and forth by train. Carrying at least 2 Lightstands including the lights, cameras and tripods just by myself has been a pain. I will definitely give this method a try and see if it can hold my lights! Dankeschön Markus!

[@olafschermann1592]

Thank you for investing so much money and time for just trying it out and then shareing it with us!

[@MarkusPix]

My pleasure!

[@free_re_fells]

This is great… I was just thinking about light stands for travel and how it’s gonna suck to bring two manfrottos. Well done.

[@JulianOShea]

This was great - man knows his stands. Cheers!

[@ilusoriob]

It is fantastic to see such enthusiasm about photography coming from somebody already so knowledgeable. And such will to share... Really the type of guy anybody would like to have some beers with.

[@khatalelltv1429]

this is even greater idea , my light setup is kinda similar to yours ... what i did is i multi-purpose my camera tripod.. if im not using my K&F tripod for the camera im adding my insta360 invisible stick and thats what i use for the light, another cool thing is that the bottom of the tripod have hooks for the bags so im using the bag as weight to make it more sturdy against the wind .. and all the stuff can fit in my camera bag

[@daveinportland]

Love the light stand forest you’re growing.

[@KGL912]

Fabulous video, I am absolutely floored that you have such curiosities about the functionality (in addition to the features) of different photo gear. So helpful!!

[@seymourecarnage]

I love your content. We are kindred spirits. I obsess over finding unique, cheap, ans small solutions to things. My first video was about modifying cheap collapsing selfie tripods with with M to M 1/4-20 adapters so they would hold my LED lights and other miscellaneous gear. Photography is an expensive hobby but I try to help folks understand it doesn't have to be, and that creativity can overcome budget or other logistic hurdles. Keep doing what you do!

[@pabloleal5446]

I have been looking for the right travel stand for months! Thanks! for all the options and the passion !

[@LilaWolken1987]

I love how passionate you are about light stands and I think I'll get one for traveling. great video

[@nfmosphotos4624]

Just finished this and i definitely found some im going to buy for my next trips! i also love how you edit your videos and get straight to the point and dont have a lot of useless banter like some of the other review videos where people love hearing themselves talk 😅

[@aymanab12]

The 11" Gooseneck slip-on is a game changer for me, Thanks!!

[@MindfulGrinds]

Thank you so much for the most comprehensive review of portable stands I have ever seen! Wow

[@philrichardson2342]

This is superb, love the energy and enthusiasm, given me a few ideas to play with and look at.

[@Nypics]

Great practical and reasonable tricks/tips as always! So many tutorials on KZbin assume you have a crew to lug your gear- most of our don't!!

[@RetireandGo]

That’s a nice set up for compact solutions! Easy to take anywhere

[@adventureswithrusty2012]

Markus, you are completely nuts and obsessive! Fantastic review and I will certainly look at repurposing selfie sticks and extension rods for traveling light. I think you should contract one of these manufacturers and market your own travel stand. You'll have a winner!

[@Deminimis2]

Thanks Markus. You’ve given a whole lot of ideas. Lightweight is the way to go.

[@greggeis918]

Holy crap, you’re dedicated to thoroughly covering each possibility is amazing. Thank you for putting it together to share. I was using a flash bracket to hold a double flash for a compact little one small bag kit because the stands tend to be bulkier. My compact stands weren’t quite tall enough but this has some amazing work around for every scenario between the rigid extenders, the ones that bend. Between this and the info on the light output of the AD100s, it will make for an excellent little travel light kit I can fit in a tiny bag like a tripod bag to throw in with me just in case. I’m thinking two stands, 2 or 3 AD100s and the trigger in a little 15” cylindrical bag. Appreciate the enthusiasm to discover and share!

[@kiench]

I stumbled into your video and LOVE LOVE THIS!!! I’m also obsessed with these ounces and weights for traveling and thanks for creating this! I enjoy this so so much!

[@voorheesjoell3437]

Hey Markus. Loved this video! Really like those goosenecks. I can use those with my product photography!

[@thebrownchildxo]

the level of research always has me back thanks markus!

[@MarkusPix]

I'm German, what can I say

[@azza6039]

You deserve 1M views just on this video!! Thanks so so much Markus

[@sidestreetvideoproduction7278]

I always learn something from your videos, Markus. Love the gooseneck ideas.

[@ArminHirmer]

hehe yeah the AOKA is since a while with me, just great

[@LawrenceShoreSnakePitDad]

you are such a value, sir - THANK YOU!!!

[@WolfsHaven]

That is one weird looking forest you're standing in. I do have that bag, 2 in fact. One for my cameras and another for audio gear. Im tempted to get more. Absolutely love them.

[@mitchkarate976]

One of my favorite videos you’ve made yet!

[@MarkusPix]

Thank you. It's been half a year in the making!

[@mattredman98]

Out of this world detail. Amazing

[@Joe-mg6pj]

Wow... so many great options. Thanks for educating us!

[@RafaelOrtizPhotography]

My studio gonna look like that too with the jungle of light stands because of you 😆

[@juliangiambelluca8809]

This is exactly what i've been looking for! Thank you so much.

[@TheSunnySuttons]

Wow that was a crazy fast 23 minute video. ❤❤❤❤

[@lionhearto6238]

this video answered all my questions. great stuff man

[@justcallmesando]

Just a man and his light stands... this is great stuff 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@MoncefVortex]

Great video! Thanks a lot for all the helpful recommendations you share in your videos!

[@DavidSenteno]

Holy Moly I’ve never seen so many light stands. 😮

[@pf4773]

now THAT's my VIDEO :)!!!! I'm an international traveler/videographer

[@DavidTschoepe]

Got some great ideas here for light stands. I will be probably buying a couple items based on what I saw here today.

[@crispycaptures]

Love the camera bag

[@HectorRiveraPhotography]

Markus for president ❤ this dude so humble God bless my friend

[@muratcamofficial]

big love from Amsterdam Holland. Thank you for amazing information.

[@davemil716]

Such a great video!!! Never gave the extension sticks a thought for my small light stands!!! Thanks!

[@hectorcervantes5260]

what a great channel tons of information thanks markus

[@markbernhardt6281]

If you have Gear Acquisition Syndrome (GAS) then this video will make you feel better about yourself.

[@DennisRosenberg]

Another awesome roundup. Such practical info. Thanks!

[@NakormiteVasu]

Thank you Markus! Thank you for this important and valuable information about how to choose compact light equipment! Just what i needed 😃

[@ruisearts]

I do enjoy it as much as you do thank you so so much

[@trym2121]

12:07 actually you can hacksaw that action cam mount (its molded to 1/4-20 threaded to the rod) and replace it will 1/4-20 long thread. I replaced mine, one of those action cam selfie stick, to ulanzi go quick ii mount.

[@officialfanofrichiebricker8324]

If ya go hiking with Markus, Youre gonna have to wait while he picks out a tripod and light stands

[@MarkusPix]

Yep

[@kousueki7024]

yes.. 1st of his kind "the light stand fuq boi" 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@Quadr47ix]

Mad respect for this vid. THANK YOU

[@dizietz]

Markus, you're a legend

[@CruelHaiku]

You gain a lot of stability with the Godox AD200 by using the EC200 head extension cord. It reduces the weight at the top of the stand and adds some ballast with the main unit hung lower on the stand. It makes using lightweight modifiers possible,

[@MarkusPix]

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[@JohnJohnson-bo5sv]

Thanks so much Marcus I'm looking to buy my first set of light stands and you gave me some great knowledge thank you sir

[@MarkusPix]

Remember these are super lightweight flimsy travel stands, not for everyday home use. But the Impact LS-6 or LS-8 are great for all around use

[@stereothrilla8374]

You’re great Marcus! I appreciate your channel.

[@MarkusPix]

I appreciate that!

[@kousueki7024]

bro already reached the enlightenment where he doesnt even care how advanced the camera technology is. at this point he's only care how can he can bring ultralight setup to travel. he pushed the weight limits of the modern equipment because he has a lot of history about his career so everyone can learn from his experience how to be a minimalist photographer but still can produce a stunning result. with the ideology like this, he will bring more people's to world of photography

[@denisehess8458]

Hello Markus, I've been following you for awhile now and love how you continue to downsize your equipment for travel. My wife and I do photo booths for mission trips and struggle to make our equipment light and small enough. We plan on purchasing the light stand and umbrellas you've mentioned in your videos; but we were wondering if you have any suggestions for a backdrop stand. We use a black backdrop for the photo booths. We use a regular light stand that folded up measures about 28" and goes to 7 ft. tall. And we use two feet long pieces of pvc pipe connected together for the crossbar that goes to ten feet wide. We would be interested in your suggestions as to what stands and crossbar would collapse and be lighter weight and smaller than I described; but still hold the weight of the backdrop. We need for the height to be at least 7 feet and the width out to at least 8 to 10 feet. Love your channel, thanks for any input.

[@MarkusPix]

PVC ??? OMG that is the worst, its heavy and sags like crazy. You poor darlings. You need a telescoping crossbar. Here are three setups amzn.to/3NHdQFY amzn.to/48qxOOO amzn.to/3YEsoMw

[@WaynJul]

You could start a photography museum with all you have.

[@meirchaimo6960]

This is amazing! Thanks so much!

[@madamerosario]

Exactly what I needed, just saved me a bunch of money. Thanks for the video, and for buying all of these to compare. I was just wondering if you could use one as a tripod, and you just answered my question at the end!

[@goodshepard00]

Fantastic info! Thank you.

[@nfmosphotos4624]

haha i love your videos! i am also obsessed with trying to figure out the most compact traveling kits and i love this!

[@ModMax69]

Markus... just a boy with his toys! I smell another giveaway!!!

[@romangero594]

the prefect comparison video! Thx!

[@MileyonDisney]

I never would have guessed all of that could have fit in there.

[@gamebuster800]

10:20 This is amazing. Using a flexible head like that.

[@BrandonLuckain]

I use the Matthews extension with my Phottix PH88215/Padat 200 stand as my travel stand setup. Fits in a carry-on easily. I was excited to hear about stands fitting in messenger bags but those tripod bases make me queasy with the sway and that 1/4-20 thread on the bottom holding things. I've seen wayy too many extensions break at that point.

[@timk8258]

I also have the Matthew’s extension. The sleek profile of some of these products is attractive but yeah the 1/4-20 connection makes me nervous

[@BrandonLuckain]

@@timk8258 What I've done in pinch situations is use a background stand holder, pair it with the matthews extension and a manfrotto magic arm (got some weight to it but that's good in this case). So you'd have a baby pin/spigot holding the weight, which is akin to what most light stands would be using.

[@flyerbluedog]

You make me want to buy a light stand/selfie-stick-tripod combo. Now for a light, camera and camera bag... 😁

[@userperryevents]

Great, how do find all these items? Tons of research by you saves the novice lots of time. Thank you, good work as always.

[@tmewborn1]

Wow!! How do You keep track of all of these. Amazing, Thank You!!

[@GlowofLife]

Thanks for doing all the research. This is really useful

[@iloper]

Great market analysis!

[@tsizzle]

This is really an awesome and unique review! You are the authoritative source for light stands! Thanks for amazing content, info and advice based on personal usage experience 👍 👍

[@MarkusPix]

Thanks!

[@GB-AK]

Thanks again for another great comparison video.