Westcott
Westcott Shorty 8" Offset Extension Arm Light Stand
Achieve Precise Light Placement with Ease The Westcott 8" Shorty Offset Extension Arm is designed to enhance your lighting setup by providing increased tilting range and off-center positioning capabilities. Perfect for photographers and videographers, this mini boom arm allows you to achieve opti...
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Overview
Achieve Precise Light Placement with Ease
The Westcott 8" Shorty Offset Extension Arm is designed to enhance your lighting setup by providing increased tilting range and off-center positioning capabilities. Perfect for photographers and videographers, this mini boom arm allows you to achieve optimal light placement in various shooting scenarios.
Specifications
- Brand: Westcott
- Model: Shorty
- Length: 8 inches
- Material: Iron and brass
- Load Capacity: Up to 17.64 lbs (8 kg)
- Mounting: * 5/8" female receiver
- Compatibility: Speedlight softboxes, umbrellas, and light modifiers
Key Features
Increases the tilting range of a light and modifier mounted to a light stand by extending your light 8"
Allows for precise positioning of a modifier away from the light stand column
Convenient tool for when a light and modifier need to be placed off-center
Avoids situations when a light stand blocks your modifier from tilting
Great for butterfly, hair, rim, and other lighting situations
Specifications
Product Type
Offset Extension Arm
Extension Length
8"
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary function of the Westcott Shorty 8" Offset Extension Arm?
The primary function of this extension arm is to increase the tilting range of a light and modifier mounted to a light stand by extending your light 8 inches away from the stand column.
How does this arm help with light positioning?
It allows for more precise positioning of a modifier away from the light stand column and helps to avoid situations where the light stand itself might block your modifier from tilting.
What types of lighting setups is this extension arm good for?
This extension arm is great for various lighting situations, including butterfly, hair, rim, and other scenarios where off-center light placement is desired.
Does this product include a light stand?
No, this product is an "Offset Extension Arm" and is designed to be an accessory that increases the tilting range of a light and modifier when already mounted to an existing light stand.
Is the 8-inch extension adjustable?
The product is described as an "8" Offset Extension Arm," suggesting a fixed extension length of 8 inches rather than an adjustable one.
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