ULANZI Camera Desk Mount Stand with Flexible Arm, Overhead Mount, Articulated Arm with 360° Rotatable Ball Head, Aluminum Desk Mounting Stand for Ring Light/DSLR Camera/Webcam/Panel Light

I've been looking for a good and reasonably priced top-down camera arm for a few years now. This one finally came up in my searches and I bought it. It's well-made, easy to put together and easy to use. I used to take some photos of various objects on my desk and it was a stable platform for that. The arm didn't move unnecessarily, so it was easy to take photos that were reliably consistent, even across multiple products.If you're looking for a good solution for taking flat top-down photos, or even ones at a consistent angle, this is a really good option. Paired with one of the iPhone clamps/holders, it's great for taking advantage of your iPhone's cameras to take good photos. I'd absolutely buy it again.

This item works well. I started by using a rebel t7 camera. It's a little heavy so the arm sagged when fully extended and shook when I hit the button to take the picture. All my issues not the product. Once I figured out no to over extend the arm and to use a remote for the camera, it worked great.I then replaced the camera and installed a webcam. The cam is attached to my computer and it was easier to take pictures through the camera. Pictures were uploaded immediately for use in PowerPoint. Overall, a good product

The Camera Desk Mount Stand has been a valuable addition to my setup, providing a good balance between versatility and sturdiness. While it certainly has its strong points, there's still room for improvement in terms of adjustability.First, the positives: the stand's sturdiness is commendable. It securely holds my camera in place without any wobbling or instability. This gives me confidence that my equipment is safe and won't accidentally fall or shift during use. The build quality is evident, and it feels like a reliable investment that will withstand the test of time.The versatility of this mount stand is also worth mentioning. It's been compatible with various cameras and devices in my collection, which is a definite plus. The swivel and tilt features allow for different angles and perspectives, helping me achieve the desired shots with ease. This adaptability is a key selling point for me, as it enhances the creative possibilities in my work.However, where this stand falls slightly short is in its adjustability. While it offers some degree of flexibility, I would have appreciated more options to fine-tune the positioning. There are times when I wished for a bit more range, especially when trying to capture specific angles or when dealing with unconventional setups. It's not a deal-breaker, but it's an area that could be enhanced in future iterations.In summary, the Camera Desk Mount Stand earns a solid four-star rating from me. Its sturdiness and versatility are definite highlights, and it has proven to be a reliable tool in my photography and videography endeavors. I do hope that future versions of this stand will address the adjustability aspect, as that would truly elevate its performance to another level. For now, it's a worthy investment for anyone seeking a dependable desk mount stand with room for improvement.

I really like this... had been using an architect style swing arm phone mount, but it was hard to get the phone low enough and in the right place at the same time. this makes it a little easier since the arms are horizontal, not vertical. have it attached to the end of my five foot wide desk and it comfortably reaches the middle and the arms fold up so as not to be in the way.

super strong construction, easily move your camera to readjust. The height is perfect for top-view recording or picture taking.

Perfect for SV1. Lightweight setup, but could carry a heavier camera.

I used this on a 2-camera shoot. I mounted my heavier/larger camera and lens on it, nearly fully extended. The camera and lens weigh 2.64 lbs., just over half the rated weight. While it "worked", I won't use it again with that camera-lens combo. It was simply unstable. While the fasteners held tightly, the weight of the camera (with bars extended) leaned downward a bit (making the shot not level). And the whole thing bobbled. So, I needed to be careful of movement on the floor or pressing against the desk causing it to bob a bit.I have just tested it with a smaller camera and lens combo. At 1.73 lbs, I'd say that it "works" -- much more stable and less bobble; but that it is nearing the top end of usable weight. So, I am mainly docking the rating based on the weight claim that is about double what is actually real-world usable.Meanwhile, the design and build of it seems great. It attaches firmly to a desk or table (I've done both). The extenders work well. The fasteners seem solid. I have not tried the ball (that others have critiqued).I could see this being awesome for a cell phone or any small camera, and okay for any medium camera under 2 lbs total. But a no-go for larger camera setups.

I'm a YouTuber so my use case my different than some but using this arm helped me lose a few stands from my set up. I previously had the mic on one stand and the light on the other but with this, I removed the stand from the boom and attached the boom arm to the top of this mount for the light. Then used the arm itself to mount the mic in place. I'm using another arm for the camera that's attached to the desk but technically I could connect it to the mount as well, but it isn't needed.Previously, I had it connected to a different desk and used it as something to hold a gopro as a 5th camera during live streams. Keeping the knobs a little loose allowed me to be able to use the mount as a moving arm to show people around the studio.Overall, this thing is awesome and you can use it in some pretty creative ways, especially if you have extra adapters and mounts laying around. As a side tip, if you have a mic flag, it also fits comfortably over this pole in the event you want to put it there.