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X-Drop and X-Drop Pro

Are the X-Drop and X‑Drop Pro Suitable for Outdoor use?

Yes, both the X-Drop and X-Drop Pro are designed to be lightweight and portable, making them very mobile and versatile with proper setup precautions. The X-Drop system is favored by on-location photographers because it’s easy to assemble, compact, an

How Many People fit Within the X-Drop and X-Drop Pro?

The X-Drop Pro can provide enough horizontal width (8 feet) to fit about 3-4 adults shoulder-to-shoulder, or possibly 5 if subjects are posed at slight angles or closer together. The 8-foot height gives ample headroom, especially when shooting full-b

What is the Footprint of the X-Drop and X-Drop Pro?

Weighing 3.6 lbs, the X-Drop Backdrop Stand is extremely light. It features a telescopic frame with a limited footprint, allowing for placement in even the smallest studios and locations. Footprint. Height. Footprint. Height. NOTE: When adjusting the

How Easy is it to Setup and X-Drop?

Created for Photographers That Need to Work Fast and Travel Light Made with heavy-duty aluminum, this durable X-Drop Pro backdrop frame weighs only 5 lbs. and breaks down to 34" for easy transport. Enjoy fewer trips to the car with no light stands or

What Backdrops can be Used with the X-Drop and X-Drop Pro?

The original X-Drop can use any X-Drop background by Westcott that is 5 feet in width. See all available backdrops for the X-Drop. The X-Drop Pro can use any X-Drop background by Westcott that is 5 feet or 8 feet in width. See all available backdrops

How to Attach the 5x7 Canvas Backdrop onto the X-Drop Pro

X-Drop Pro is not Locking Into the 8x8 Position

The X-Drop Pro Backdrop Stand offers flexibility on every level. This portable backdrop stand features a heavy-duty frame that's convertible to support 8' X-Drop Pro and 5' X-Drop backgrounds. When setting up the X-Drop Pro to hold backgrounds that a