Choosing your first Studio Titan camera stand
There are so many Studio Titan Stands. How do you choose the right stand for your studio?
Without being too technical let’s consider the following objectives:
- Versatility
- Budget Friendly
- Portability
1. Versatility
The STA-01-360MK2 Professional Camera Stand is the most versatile Studio Titan Camera stand. It is the top selling stand for permanent installation, small to medium sized studios. It can be used for both portrait and product photography. This stand includes a counterweight located inside the vertical column that balances the load and allows single-handed operation. This stand is categorized as 2-axis, it provides both vertical and horizontal movement of the camera. Vertical [up/down] travel is provided by the vertical carriage. Horizontal arm / bar [left/right] extension is provided by the horizontal carriage.
Several accessories are available for the STA-01-360MK2, which allows the stand to grow with you.
Available accessories:
- STA-01-395 Large accessory shelf for tethered shooting
- STA-01-397-A Small accessory shelf for tethered shooting
- STA-01-350HB-1115, Longer horizontal arm for tabletop product photography
- STA-01-398 L-Plate arm adds a third adjustable camera head plate. It can be used to mount a video camera, camera or accessory. It can be configured to shoot an additional 1 foot above the maximum height of the horizontal arm for larger or taller subjects. It can be configured to shoot lower than the minimum height of the horizontal arm, for low perspective shooting or ground work.
- STA-01-390 3-way head
2. Budget Friendly
The STA-01-380 Digital Camera Stand is the perfect entry level Studio Titan Camera stand. It is ideal for permanent installation, compact sized studios. It can be used for portrait and MeD Spa photography. It is designed for lighter loads and lower ceilings. This stand includes a counterweight located inside the vertical column that balances the load and allows single-handed operation. This stand is categorized as 1-axis, it provides vertical movement of the camera. Vertical [up/down] travel is provided by the vertical carriage. The Horizontal arm / bar is fixed.
Several accessories are available for the STA-01-380, which allows the stand to grow with you.
Available accessories:
- STA-01-397-A Small accessory shelf for tethered shooting
- STA-01-398 L-Plate arm adds a third adjustable camera head plate. It can be used to mount a video camera, camera or accessory. It can be configured to shoot an additional 1 foot above the maximum height of the horizontal arm for larger or taller subjects. It can be configured to shoot lower than the minimum height of the horizontal arm, for low perspective shooting or ground work.
- STA-01-390 3-way head
3. Portability
Option A
The STA-06-093 Full Option Kit 3-section portable side-kick Camera Stand. The portable side-kick Camera Stand is supplied with a sturdy nylon carry bag and features separate zippered storage compartments for each component. The self-aligning column fastening system is simple and only requires a few turns to assemble. No special set-up tools are required, which makes it very easy to set-up in dimly lit locations! It rolls through a doorway and weighs only 7Kg/15.5 lbs, the pistol grip weighs an additional 1.5lbs. It can be used for both event and MeD Spa photography.
Available accessories:
- STA-01-397 Small accessory shelf for tethered shooting
- STA-01-390 3-way head
Option B
The STA-01-400 Scissor Camera Stand provides rapid adjustment of camera height and floor positioning. It is Ideal for low ceiling Studios, on location or low pile carpeted office environments.
The STA-01-400 is used for MEd Spa, Portrait photography of Children and Pets. When not in use it collapses to approximately (60cm / 24 in) for easy storage under a desk or for transport. An air cylinder counterweight balances the load and allows single-handed operation using the hand lever.
Assembly is NOT required this stand is delivered ready to use.
Available accessories:
- STA-01-390 3-way head
For detailed technical product information please refer to Choosing the right Studio Titan Camera Stand for your application.