Light weight photography light stands are a great tool for film, video and photography lighting. They are affordable, sturdy and easy to move around, But they can be so much better when paired with a grip head. Clamping boom pole holders, flags, or just about anything to these light weight aluminum light stands is possible with the innovative features of the Kupo 2.5" Grip Head. I compare American Grip Heads with C Stands to the Kupo to demonstrate the differences.