Godox
Godox 290F Heavy-Duty 9.3' Light Stand
★★★★★
12 lbs5 lbs
A heavy-duty aluminum stand that holds your strobes and monolights rock-steady up to 9.3 feet, built to earn its keep across hundreds of setups.
$56.51*
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Overview
Key Features
SUPERIOR STABILITY - Crafted with a robust aluminum build, this light stand ensures your valuable equipment remains secure and stable during any photography or videography session.
INCREASED DURABILITY - The Godox 290F features high-quality materials and a black finish, protecting against wear and tear, guaranteeing long-lasting performance for years.
VERSATILE HEIGHT RANGE - Achieve the perfect lighting angle with a maximum height of 9.3 feet, easily adjustable to suit various shooting scenarios, offering flexibility.
OPTIMIZED WEIGHT CAPACITY - Supports equipment from 11.1 to 12 lbs, making it ideal for studio strobes, monolights, and other professional lighting gear, reliably and safely.
ENHANCED PORTABILITY - Weighing only 3.1 to 5 lbs with a closed length of 43-44", this light stand is easy to transport and set up on location, streamlining your workflow.
UNIVERSAL COMPATIBILITY - Equipped with a standard 5/8" stud, this light stand is compatible with a wide range of lighting equipment and accessories, ensuring seamless integration.
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Specifications
Brand
Godox
Model
290F
Maximum Height
112.6" (9.3 ft)
Minimum Height
43.7"
Folded Length
43.3"
Load Capacity
11 lbs
Mounting Stud
5/8" standard
Material
Aluminum
Color
Black
Stand Weight
3.1–5 lbs
ASIN
B09H6RNTJQ
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- 9.3-foot maximum height provides genuine overhead and steep-angle lighting positions that shorter stands cannot reach — useful for high-key setups, hair lights, and background separation on tall subjects.
- 11 lb load capacity handles the full range of studio monolights and most medium-to-large modifiers without operating near the margin of the stand's limits.
- Standard 5/8-inch stud mounts directly to virtually all professional lighting hardware with no adapters, keeping setup fast and clean.
- Aluminum construction keeps the stand's own weight low enough for solo transport without sacrificing the rigidity needed to hold loaded lighting equipment steady.
- 43.3-inch folded length fits standard light stand bags, making it practical for photographers who pack and unpack equipment regularly for location work.
👎 Cons
- Three-leg design with wide modifiers attached is susceptible to tipping in wind or high-traffic environments — sandbags are a necessity outdoors, not optional.
- 43.3-inch folded length is too long for most rolling carry-on luggage and many compact location bags — a consideration for photographers flying to shoots.
- The leg spread at maximum height, while adequate for stable indoor use, is narrower than heavy-duty C-stands, making the 290F less appropriate as a primary support for very heavy battery heads or large reflectors at full extension.
- Column locks and leg mechanisms on aluminum stands in this class require periodic inspection — grit and wear over time can cause creep under load if not maintained.
- Black anodized finish, while durable, shows scuffs and contact marks from other equipment during transport — cosmetic, but relevant to photographers who care about gear presentation on set.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum load this stand can safely support, and what modifiers does that cover?
The Godox 290F is rated to support 11 lbs. That comfortably handles most studio monolights, compact strobes, and standard modifiers including medium softboxes and umbrellas. Large 7-foot parabolic reflectors or heavy battery-powered heads with large modifiers attached should be checked against that limit before mounting.
What is the maximum and minimum working height of this stand?
The 290F extends to a maximum height of 9.3 feet (112.6 inches) and collapses to a minimum working height of 43.7 inches. The 43.3-inch folded length affects how it packs — it won't fit in compact roller bags, but fits most dedicated light stand bags and long cargo areas.
What mounting stud size does this stand use?
The 290F uses a standard 5/8-inch stud, which is the industry-standard size for monolight and strobe receivers. It is compatible with the vast majority of professional lighting equipment and modifiers including boom arms, spigot adapters, and speed ring attachments without requiring an adapter.
How does this stand handle outdoor location shoots with wind?
The aluminum construction and wide leg spread provide solid stability on level surfaces indoors. For outdoor work — particularly with large modifiers attached — sandbags on the legs are strongly recommended. Like any three-leg stand at full extension with a sail-like modifier attached, wind load is the primary risk factor.
How does the 290F's weight affect transport for location work?
At 3.1 to 5 lbs (depending on configuration), the 290F is manageable for a solo shooter carrying multiple stands to a location. Its 43.3-inch folded length is the more practical constraint — plan your transport case or bag accordingly.
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