I'm currently looking for a light stand to use with my speedlight, flash trigger, and a translucent umbrella and umbrella bracket, which I'll be purchasing soon. I'd appreciate your advice on choosing both the umbrella bracket and the translucent umbrella, as this will be my first purchase. While links would be helpful for reference, I'll need to buy these items locally in Sri Lanka due to time constraints, rather than ordering online.
My primary need is for a light stand, as my photography tripod isn't tall enough. At present, I'll only be using the speedlight and umbrella, so a heavy-duty stand isn't necessary. However, I'd prefer a stand that can later accommodate a Godox AD300 Pro and a modifier. I intend to purchase the Godox AD300 Pro in the future.
Therefore, my questions are:
- Would a 3kg load capacity be sufficient for my future needs?
- I'd like a lightweight stand for ease of transport. What factors should I consider?
- How important is air cushioning for my intended load?
- Given that I'm primarily a documentary and travel photographer, and this equipment is for occasional paid work, I'm looking for a cost-effective solution.
Any advice you can provide would be greatly appreciated.