The “C” stands for Century. They were originally used on movie sets to hold 100-inch by 100-inch reflector panels to bounce light. Those panels were called Century panels for short, then just C panels. That’s why we call them C stands.
Hi Joanie - thanks for this super helpful video! I bought the c-stand, rapid adapter, and the swivel/tilt head from B&H. All is good, except your B&H link leads to the wrong size rapid adapter. Same for the Adorama link. I'm now re-purchasing from the Amazon link. The correct one is: Manfrotto 014-14 Rapid Adapter - 5/8" Stud to 1/4-20" Thread. The wrong one is: Manfrotto 014-38 Rapid Adapter - 5/8" Stud to 3/8" Thread. Just thought you'd want to know!
Great video!! I bought my first C Stand almost 2 years ago and love using it. However I never realized that the legs on the base are different lengths! After watching your video I measured the legs and sure enough each one is a different length. I have a studio light along with a pretty heavy softbox mounted to the stand and I've had a couple close calls with it almost falling over when the boom arm was extended. Thanks to your video, I used some masking tape to mark the longer legs and now when I am shooting I will know which way to rotate the base of the stand for maximum stability. Really great tip and just goes to prove that there is always more to learn. Thanks for the post!!
Hi, can you please send me the link for the bit that attaches from the boom stand to the camera? I can’t find it anywhere? Thank you in advance and happy Christmas to you all
@@TheBiteShot you drape the sandbag over the longer/higher leg. Otherwise it won’t do anything except rest on the ground. Also, never, ever, ever place a sandbag on top of the C Stand. It will max out the stand’s weight capacity and create a high center of gravity causing all your expensive gear to potentially topple over.
Whenever discussing C stands you should always mention the "righty tighty, leftie loosey" rule. Basically you want the mounted gear to be on the right of the grip head so the weight of it tightens the knob, and not vice versa.
@@IstoryangPagibig so the place where you put the arm, or any other object, (the holes in the gobo head) tighten to the right. so when you put something in it the weight should be on it so that it turns to the right if you were to put pressure on it, if it turns to the left it will looses and fall. on the right it will simply get tighter and never fall
32000 followers. Nuts! It was like 200 when I joined. ANd it was really that long ago! WELL DESERVED! Thank you for helping and your totally positive attitude!
hello I saw your video and I must say that it is fantastic ... I wanted to ask you a question ... are you not afraid that the camera may not be level? thank you
Hi Joanie, First, I love all the formation you shared . I’m getting more into food photography along with my nature stuff. and really like the c-stand. I was using a smaller tripod and always worried about the camera tipping into the food. So, I purchased the almost same things except the head. A purchased a new one. One thing I have to mention is that there’s a bushing on the adapter because the head won’t fit(screw on). I watched the video again and saw that you have that bushing on your adapter. I called bh and ordered one for $2.11.
Sand bagging the tall LEG is very important for safety if you're putting anything heavy on it. Especially over the head of a live subject.... A nice precautions for anything expensive too. Things get bumped! Just keep the sand bag off the floor so all its weight is held by the base of the stand. O and I've never seen any pro grip suspend the bag from the top of the riser.... That additional top heaviness might be counterproductive. But you could hand a bag from the opposite end of the boom rod as a counter weight for something of similar weight that you want to boom over your subject, like a top light. Still better put an additional bag(s) on the base in that case. Good luck, whoever! :)
This is the only chanel I religiously follow on TH-cam... Not only it's super informative, but the way you present all your videos is jus WOW...!!! GOD BLESS YOU (Y)
Thank you for explaining this. I’ve watched five videos on c stands and everyone assumes you already know how to mount things to the C stand. Subscribed!
Great video what I want to know is how to you focus when your camera is up in the air. Do you have a link on how that is done. Thanks I love your videos.
For those fortunate enough to have stands laying around use two stands connected with a horizontal bar. In between, the camera & head will then be connected to the bar. The whole setup is a real tank.
So glad you're showing this. I have a ton of tripods already, so it seems silly to get another one to try and do overhead shots. Makes a lot more sense to get a C-stand that I can then use in a variety of ways including top down shots.
It's my first watching you channel but really it's a very value content.. and you have a hilarious character and you are professional.. thanks I will be abig fan from Egypt
I am so amazed watching your videos. You are so kind to share everything you do. You are not only talented but warm hearted.... Thank you for the info.
How do you view your composition during shoots when using these? I have a overhead mount but I’m wondering if there’s a better way to check what your shooting than trying to strain your back or moving the mount. Love your videos!!
Interesting, I have two C Stands that I purchased from ebay for $200 dollars. Watching your video tutorial I have to ask, what are the names of the two mount accessories that you mentioned you purchased from B&H which you placed onto the C Stand bar to hold and suspend your camera?
Hello! Quick question for you! I bought the Manfrotto 234RC Monopod Head, and the Adapter linked in your gear list (5/8M-3/8W Adapter), however, when I go to screw in the monopod head, it doesn't fit! What am I missing? Thanks so much for the amazing tips!
I'm so glad I found you on here!!!! I've been trying to figure out some of the attachments on my C-stand, and didn't know I could mount my camera! I've been mounting lights but I don't think I have the right adapter. Thank you so much for sharing all your tips. B&H gets a lot of my money too, Ha! Ha! I've been watching a lot of your videos on food photography. I'm a professional photographer for many years and am now pivoting to a different specialty in my studio. I love your images!
I am curious, what are you using at 1:50 I noticed it is not the same thing as in the set up of the camera in the rest of the video? And how is it different? Thank you :)
We have been looking at your videos and they are really educational and entertaining. they have become our to-go tutorials. Thank you for sharing. Been trying the figure out the model of your Head Plate but can't seem to find it, could you share?
Hi Joanie.. very useful information in the video. Thanks. Could you please tell which adapter and mount head did you use. Also please let me know the brand of the c stand too. Thanks in advance
Hi, another great video Thank you!!! But what QR plate are you using (tripod head) it does not look like a ball head. I have watched over and over to try and figure it out. Would love to know. Thank you for your inspiration.
Best video on explaining what you can use. i love this combo especially on a smaller camera. Seeing This combo holding the weight of the 70D should be no problem for a smaller mirror-less camera. Thank you for this great vid.
Hi Joanie.... quick one how far horizontal can you mount the camera safely. I would want more horizontal reach like shooting for example, something in the center of a 6x6ft table setting...is it possible to get more horizontal reach?
Hi Joanie, thought it was this video but can't find it. You had a longer stainless rod attached to your camera and it slid into the C stand grip thing. Do you have a link and or name for that one?
That was a homemade thing that I used when I first started the channel. I made the change to the things shown in this video because they're available for purchase.
I am currently filming overhead videos for my TH-cam channel and I'm going to be using the C-stand since it is way more convenient, I would like to know which adapter head am I supposed to buy to attach my dslr to the C-stand. I have a Nikon D5300
great Video...thank you! .....are those arms also available without the actual C stand? ...thinking of mounting it on a heavy duty light stand and of course sand bagging it...just haven't got the space for a C stand atm....
Hi! Sorry about that! Sometimes depending on the way they ship it, you need to screw on to the adapter the additional little silver ring that comes with it called the bushing. That will help it fit.
Another great reason to get a C stand and the quick release head is that is actually a lot less expensive solution than a Manfrotto tripod with an articulating head. Something to consider. Also I always thought C stands were named after the bottom legs which look like sideways C shapes and different from typical light stands. But I am guessing.
Thank you for this advice. I have been racking my brain and YT to find an affordalbe way to shoot top down, I have a 10-24 mm DZO cine lens and BMPCC 4K. The weight was insane. I need to shoort an instructional video for my film class.
A little cheaper way to do this is to use the gobo head of the C stand with a "Manfrotto 143BKT" and a baby pin nail pin. A nail pin has a head on it so your camera won't fall. Even though nearly all of my equipment is Matthews, I prefer the Kupo baby pin "KG002212", because they have a 1/4-20" and 3/8-16" hole, one on each end.
Awesome video. I haven't been able to decide what to do about shooting overhead shots and didn't really want to buy another tripod. The Benro I have now was so expensive.
I'm really digging your channel. Great tutorial, I actually purchased a C-Stand several months ago and it's the perfect addition to my equipment. You've earned a Like and new Subscriber. Be well and stay encouraged!
Very good video on the use of the C-stand. I was just wondering how you focus the camera when it is up as high as it is in the video? Does your camera have an articulating screen? How do you see that the image is in focus? Thanks.
The most important thing when working with your camera on a boom; is to have a cable release, the wobbling and oscillations of the camera can go on for 5 to 10 seconds before it settles down to "absolutely-still". All of the various stands, boom fittings and all the rest of it amount to a Meccano set; whatever fits; fits, there must be a thousand combinations of equipment you can use for overhead camera work, the critical thing is the camera is given time to go "absolutely-still". Best wishes.
Had my eye on one for awhile, saving it for the "when you have space" wishlist. Usually shoot free hand. As anti "tasty" video as I am, I still need overhead capabilities when necessary. Great one Joanie!
Just stumbled across this video and it's super helpful (like the rest of your videos!). I've made a "Frankenstand" C stand out of stuff I had lying around: a microphone stand (musician!), a cheap super clamp and a couple of thread adapters and my tripod head. It works really well and immediately improved flat lay stuff! Thanks for the reccomendation!! 😁
The “C” stands for Century. They were originally used on movie sets to hold 100-inch by 100-inch reflector panels to bounce light. Those panels were called Century panels for short, then just C panels. That’s why we call them C stands.
I thought they were C stands short for combo stands.... thanks
Cool!
The "C" stands for ligma
Did not know this! Appreciate you sharing your memories/knowledge of it :)
Hi Joanie - thanks for this super helpful video! I bought the c-stand, rapid adapter, and the swivel/tilt head from B&H. All is good, except your B&H link leads to the wrong size rapid adapter. Same for the Adorama link. I'm now re-purchasing from the Amazon link. The correct one is: Manfrotto 014-14 Rapid Adapter - 5/8" Stud to 1/4-20" Thread. The wrong one is: Manfrotto 014-38 Rapid Adapter - 5/8" Stud to 3/8" Thread. Just thought you'd want to know!
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omg thank you so much, now I will be able to buy the right one
where is the new video about this??
What is the name of the actual mount adapter piece I cant find it. Thank you nice vid
Great video!! I bought my first C Stand almost 2 years ago and love using it. However I never realized that the legs on the base are different lengths! After watching your video I measured the legs and sure enough each one is a different length. I have a studio light along with a pretty heavy softbox mounted to the stand and I've had a couple close calls with it almost falling over when the boom arm was extended. Thanks to your video, I used some masking tape to mark the longer legs and now when I am shooting I will know which way to rotate the base of the stand for maximum stability. Really great tip and just goes to prove that there is always more to learn. Thanks for the post!!
Hi, can you please send me the link for the bit that attaches from the boom stand to the camera? I can’t find it anywhere? Thank you in advance and happy Christmas to you all
I would not place a sand bag on top of the C-Stand, but rather drape it over one foot. If you place it on top the C-Stand will become top heavy.
Thx!
@@TheBiteShot you drape the sandbag over the longer/higher leg. Otherwise it won’t do anything except rest on the ground. Also, never, ever, ever place a sandbag on top of the C Stand. It will max out the stand’s weight capacity and create a high center of gravity causing all your expensive gear to potentially topple over.
Hello~ Do you have the links for the adapter that you use for the Camera setting? Thank you!
hi i just purchased a Impact C stand How do i Mount my camera to my c stand and can you please drop the link to it
Whenever discussing C stands you should always mention the "righty tighty, leftie loosey" rule. Basically you want the mounted gear to be on the right of the grip head so the weight of it tightens the knob, and not vice versa.
Yep. I spotted that right at the start to.
me 2 lol @@Avidcomp
lol I was freaking out when she initially put the camera on it!
this is might be really stupid but can you explain that again?
@@IstoryangPagibig so the place where you put the arm, or any other object, (the holes in the gobo head) tighten to the right. so when you put something in it the weight should be on it so that it turns to the right if you were to put pressure on it, if it turns to the left it will looses and fall. on the right it will simply get tighter and never fall
What's the name/links of the equipments used in this video. Plus is there an alternative cheaper good c stand.
I work on TV sets and they attach a safety cable top the camera body in the event of the hardware failing..great videos! Thank you
hi, could you explain where buy the adapter? or how its called in amazon or B&H thank you from Spain
What is the specific name of the head you’re connecting to the adapter to hold the camera?
Hi. What is the c-stand adapter for your DSLR called? and where is it available?
32000 followers. Nuts! It was like 200 when I joined. ANd it was really that long ago! WELL DESERVED! Thank you for helping and your totally positive attitude!
Thanks so much for being a part of it all!
You linked to the wrong size adaptor piece or the link changed, I ordered it and had to return for the correct thread size.
So sorry about that! I have touched base with B&H to confirm the correct link.
What is the setup? Where to buy it? What are the brands?
Thank you so much for posting. At 1.52 min you have attached the C-Stand in a different way. Can you please explain how. Thanks
@The Bite Shot You've listed the incorrect amazon link for the Adapter. Its for the 014-14 rather than than 014-38
hello I saw your video and I must say that it is fantastic ... I wanted to ask you a question ... are you not afraid that the camera may not be level? thank you
Hi Joanie, First, I love all the formation you shared . I’m getting more into food photography along with my nature stuff. and really like the c-stand. I was using a smaller tripod and always worried about the camera tipping into the food. So, I purchased the almost same things except the head. A purchased a new one. One thing I have to mention is that there’s a bushing on the adapter because the head won’t fit(screw on). I watched the video again and saw that you have that bushing on your adapter. I called bh and ordered one for $2.11.
Sand bagging the tall LEG is very important for safety if you're putting anything heavy on it. Especially over the head of a live subject....
A nice precautions for anything expensive too. Things get bumped!
Just keep the sand bag off the floor so all its weight is held by the base of the stand. O and I've never seen any pro grip suspend the bag from the top of the riser.... That additional top heaviness might be counterproductive.
But you could hand a bag from the opposite end of the boom rod as a counter weight for something of similar weight that you want to boom over your subject, like a top light.
Still better put an additional bag(s) on the base in that case.
Good luck, whoever! :)
Hi, In future videos would you kindly add Amazon links of products that you recommend? thanks
Jodi I have a quick question. What if I wanted to use my phone rather than a camera. Whats the piece I would need to attach my phone to the c stand?
Anyone know what kind of Manfrotto ball head she mounted on the c stand ?
Its really helpful if you can post the link of the particular item in your description.
I am looking forthe adapter for the c stand, could you please give information about the adapter for the flat lay ?
This wonderful video is 6 years old and now it found it. You helped me a lot with this♥️
This is the only chanel I religiously follow on TH-cam... Not only it's super informative, but the way you present all your videos is jus WOW...!!! GOD BLESS YOU (Y)
Thank you for explaining this. I’ve watched five videos on c stands and everyone assumes you already know how to mount things to the C stand. Subscribed!
Great video what I want to know is how to you focus when your camera is up in the air. Do you have a link on how that is done. Thanks I love your videos.
Can you tell please me which quick change plate that is
What is that adapter called?
You're so talented at speaking to the camera! Your energy is so fun to watch
Hello! What´s the name of the plate with the tripod head? thank you!
For those fortunate enough to have stands laying around use two stands connected with a horizontal bar. In between, the camera & head will then be connected to the bar. The whole setup is a real tank.
Great explanation. Other videos never really explained what all the attachments were and how they worked together.
I badly need one! Could you please recommend a certain model and brand? I found many options on the B&H online store. Thank you in advance.
So glad you're showing this. I have a ton of tripods already, so it seems silly to get another one to try and do overhead shots. Makes a lot more sense to get a C-stand that I can then use in a variety of ways including top down shots.
It's my first watching you channel but really it's a very value content.. and you have a hilarious character and you are professional.. thanks I will be abig fan from Egypt
Also which head so that I can switch from vertical to horizontal.
I am so amazed watching your videos. You are so kind to share everything you do. You are not only talented but warm hearted.... Thank you for the info.
How do you view your composition during shoots when using these? I have a overhead mount but I’m wondering if there’s a better way to check what your shooting than trying to strain your back or moving the mount. Love your videos!!
I shoot tethered with my iPad via the Cam Ranger.
I tether to my phone and use that, I can change all the settings from the phone as well, so once the camera is set up I really don’t have to touch it.
Hi Has anybody got any links for the adaptors so that I can attach my 5d to the c stand... thanks
Interesting, I have two C Stands that I purchased from ebay for $200 dollars.
Watching your video tutorial I have to ask, what are the names of the two mount
accessories that you mentioned you purchased from B&H which you placed onto the C Stand bar
to hold and suspend your camera?
What's the best mobile camera stand for a fashion design teacher?
How do u handle the camer ie focus change settings on the cam when it’s on the c stand
Hello! Quick question for you! I bought the Manfrotto 234RC Monopod Head, and the Adapter linked in your gear list (5/8M-3/8W Adapter), however, when I go to screw in the monopod head, it doesn't fit! What am I missing? Thanks so much for the amazing tips!
You are awesome, Thank you! And in my opinion B&H should totally give you some sort of kick back.
Thank you for the tutorial, you have a sweet disposition.
I'm so glad I found you on here!!!! I've been trying to figure out some of the attachments on my C-stand, and didn't know I could mount my camera! I've been mounting lights but I don't think I have the right adapter. Thank you so much for sharing all your tips. B&H gets a lot of my money too, Ha! Ha! I've been watching a lot of your videos on food photography. I'm a professional photographer for many years and am now pivoting to a different specialty in my studio. I love your images!
Congrats on the pivot!
I'd love to know what is the C Stand in your video because the one you link to in your gear page is not that one.
Hey,
how do you focus your shots when you are doing an overhead shot ? do you go on a step or something ?
I looked in the comments and saw links for many other things but not the mount ? Can you share the link?
Kindly share camera grip link which one u used on C Stand..thanks..
I am curious, what are you using at 1:50 I noticed it is not the same thing as in the set up of the camera in the rest of the video? And how is it different? Thank you :)
We have been looking at your videos and they are really educational and entertaining. they have become our to-go tutorials. Thank you for sharing. Been trying the figure out the model of your Head Plate but can't seem to find it, could you share?
Hi Joanie.. very useful information in the video. Thanks.
Could you please tell which adapter and mount head did you use. Also please let me know the brand of the c stand too.
Thanks in advance
I maybe late, but what is model of the tripod plate that has the capability to rotate? Or is it the adapter?
Where do you place the light source and the diffuser when doing overhead photography? Parallel to the table?
Hi, another great video Thank you!!! But what QR plate are you using (tripod head) it does not look like a ball head. I have watched over and over to try and figure it out. Would love to know. Thank you for your inspiration.
Yep! It's a monopod head. It's linked in the description box below.
Hi!!! My son loves the final music in the video! Can you tell me what it is? Thanks!!!
is the black c stand you have listed in your gear the same as this one? This sliver one looks a bit sturdier..
Great video! Would you mind sharing what brand of c-stand you are using at the present time? Matthews, Avenger, Impact, Neewer....or other.
Best video on explaining what you can use. i love this combo especially on a smaller camera. Seeing This combo holding the weight of the 70D should be no problem for a smaller mirror-less camera. Thank you for this great vid.
how do you focus when using a C stand especially if using manual focus lenses like the Lensbaby? Thanks
Your video is filled with so much useful info, thank you! Can you mount an iPhone onto a c stand?
Hi Joanie.... quick one how far horizontal can you mount the camera safely. I would want more horizontal reach like shooting for example, something in the center of a 6x6ft table setting...is it possible to get more horizontal reach?
How do you prevent the camera from shaking when it's on this stand?
hi
what model of c-stand you used in this video ?
Awesome video and personality champ 😊
Hi Joanie, thought it was this video but can't find it. You had a longer stainless rod attached to your camera and it slid into the C stand grip thing. Do you have a link and or name for that one?
That was a homemade thing that I used when I first started the channel. I made the change to the things shown in this video because they're available for purchase.
@@TheBiteShot ok thank you so much for the reply, love your channel, keep it up.
I am currently filming overhead videos for my TH-cam channel and I'm going to be using the C-stand since it is way more convenient, I would like to know which adapter head am I supposed to buy to attach my dslr to the C-stand. I have a Nikon D5300
"C-Stand" comes from "Century-Stand", which were old stands for huge reflectors back in ooooold old old video days :) cheers :)
Hooray! I knew someone here would know!
Which mm lens u use? Plz
Which mm lens u used plz?
@@alfishohagConsidering that it's a lens with two rings, that means it's a zoom, so my best guess it's the 24-105mm f/4 L lens.
@@alfishohagI just went to this link ( joaniesimon.com/tools-i-use), and in it she mentions that she uses the 24-70mm f/2.8.
great Video...thank you! .....are those arms also available without the actual C stand? ...thinking of mounting it on a heavy duty light stand and of course sand bagging it...just haven't got the space for a C stand atm....
"C Stand" stands for Century stand, they were the early makers of these stands in the old movie times and the name stuck
Hi! So helpful, but how do you ensure that the camera is level? I feel like when I put it on the weight distributes. - I have the same set up :)
I really liked this video and ordered all three products, but now the linked Monopod head does not fit on the linked Adapter.
Hi! Sorry about that! Sometimes depending on the way they ship it, you need to screw on to the adapter the additional little silver ring that comes with it called the bushing. That will help it fit.
@@TheBiteShot Oh, gotcha!! Thank you so much
Another great reason to get a C stand and the quick release head is that is actually a lot less expensive solution than a Manfrotto tripod with an articulating head. Something to consider.
Also I always thought C stands were named after the bottom legs which look like sideways C shapes and different from typical light stands. But I am guessing.
can u link this camera mount adapter p[ls
Thank you for this advice. I have been racking my brain and YT to find an affordalbe way to shoot top down, I have a 10-24 mm DZO cine lens and BMPCC 4K. The weight was insane. I need to shoort an instructional video for my film class.
A little cheaper way to do this is to use the gobo head of the C stand with a "Manfrotto 143BKT" and a baby pin nail pin. A nail pin has a head on it so your camera won't fall. Even though nearly all of my equipment is Matthews, I prefer the Kupo baby pin "KG002212", because they have a 1/4-20" and 3/8-16" hole, one on each end.
what c stand would you recommend especially so I can use it for my soft boxes and strobes and maybe use it for a tripod like mount.
Awesome video. I haven't been able to decide what to do about shooting overhead shots and didn't really want to buy another tripod. The Benro I have now was so expensive.
I'm really digging your channel. Great tutorial, I actually purchased a C-Stand several months ago and it's the perfect addition to my equipment. You've earned a Like and new Subscriber. Be well and stay encouraged!
Very good video on the use of the C-stand. I was just wondering how you focus the camera when it is up as high as it is in the video? Does your camera have an articulating screen? How do you see that the image is in focus? Thanks.
Hello, would this method of shooting be useful for tasty like food videos or would the stand get in the way of prepping/cooking?
The most important thing when working with your camera on a boom; is to have a cable release, the wobbling and oscillations of the camera can go on for 5 to 10 seconds before it settles down to "absolutely-still". All of the various stands, boom fittings and all the rest of it amount to a Meccano set; whatever fits; fits, there must be a thousand combinations of equipment you can use for overhead camera work, the critical thing is the camera is given time to go "absolutely-still". Best wishes.
Had my eye on one for awhile, saving it for the "when you have space" wishlist. Usually shoot free hand. As anti "tasty" video as I am, I still need overhead capabilities when necessary. Great one Joanie!
Just stumbled across this video and it's super helpful (like the rest of your videos!). I've made a "Frankenstand" C stand out of stuff I had lying around: a microphone stand (musician!), a cheap super clamp and a couple of thread adapters and my tripod head. It works really well and immediately improved flat lay stuff! Thanks for the reccomendation!! 😁
how much weight does it hold?
'bout tree fiddy
I have binge watched so many of your videos. Thank you for sharing everything you know!
What brand is this C stand!? I love your videos you r doing great!!!
Mrs. Bite Shot. Thank you for that Great information!
You are a lifesaver! Thanks!!!!❤
Love your videos... what do you do to make sure your camera is perfectly level to the surface of the flat lay?
Hi Joanie!! Which lens do you use most of the time for flat lays other than nifty 50?
Thanks for this video! You have me convinced I need this rig over a combo stand. Much appreciated!
What kind of light do you use for photography?
Hi , i have a question if you can answare me ... What type of c-stand do you use? Can you write me the link? thankyou