Westcott 302 Photo Basics Reflector Holder

This review might be in contrast to most of the others, but I for one am satisfied with this product. I have some Westcott tripods, an umbrella, and a reflector, so I knew what to expect and I wasn't disappointed. This is not professional-grade equipment, but it does what it's suppose so. I wouldn't use a reflector arm and tripod without a sandbag to begin with, so don't punish the product for your silliness if you choose to disregard common sense.3/8/12 Update: I used this for the first time a couple weeks ago and unfortunately I must agree with some of the other reviews; I didn't have a problem with the whole stand and arm tipping over as much as the arm not being able to remain in any one position except for straight up. I am using a large 40 inch reflector, though. I'll have to do more experimenting, but I guess nothing replaces having an actual human there to hold a reflector.

The reflector holder is good, solid construction and works well. My only complaint is that the photo shows it on a stand and doesn't mention that the stand isn't included. I have to admit that there is the usual Amazon.com advertisement that people frequently purchase a light stand and a reflector with it, but when I ordered the holder I didn't pay any attention to that because I thought I already knew what I wanted. After receiving the holder, I had to order a stand. Given the photo in the advertisement, I think they should state that the stand isn't included. The holder is useless without a stand.

Price was a little too much, but after receiving the reflector holder, I can see why. Quality is pretty good, the ball and socket holds very well.It is possible to add a justin clamp to the arm when using a reflector as a diffuser, however adding a flash to the J clamp might be a little heavy.A separate lighting stand would be required for the off camera flash.

Two drawbacks: the clip at the end may eventually tear your reflector disc; without sandbags or weights, it will cause a tripod to topple over even without a breeze.otherwise, it works as advertised!

This item looked adequate for its purpose, but it arrived damaged in shipping and I had to return. Looked like it is built for light to medium duty, and it's easy to transport. To sum up, it works, and it's inexpensive. I sent it back to Adorama, but have not received any acknowledgement that they received it (x2.5 weeks), and I'm still waiting. They told me they couldn't sent a replacement, and would refund my payment, but that hasn't happened yet. When all this clears up, I'll probably order a replacement.

First one was broken when I received it. The second one broke during it's first use with the pin slipping out of the spring-loaded clamp assembly. I fixed it myself - but there's got to be a better design. Waste of money.

I bought this arm with the stand. The arm is not secure on the stand. It doesn't sit correctly and the second time I used it, it was so wobbly that the arm started to fall, which broke off the plastic/rubber head on the stand. I am not too thrilled, but will attempt to fix it or have a camera shop work on it.Other than that, it holds the reflectors well and has great length and height options.

This is easy to use and plenty sturdy for my reflectors. You need a stand for it, it's just the adjustable holder and pincers.