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Manfrotto 244 Variable Friction Magic Arm with Camera Platform (#2929)
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Color | Black |
Brand | Manfrotto |
Compatible Devices | Camera |
Product Dimensions | 11.8"D x 3.8"W x 3.5"H |
Item Weight | 2.5 Pounds |
Maximum Weight Recommendation | 3 Kilograms |
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- Maximum Load Capacity: 8.9 lbs
- Weight: 2.6 lbs
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About Us
Based in Northern Italy at Cassola, Manfrotto designs, manufactures and markets a wide range of camera and lighting support equipment for the professional photographic, film, theatre, live entertainment and video markets. The product line includes an extensive range of camera tripods and heads, lighting stands and accessories. The unrivalled strength of the international distribution network and the team efforts between the company and the distributors is a key element in the success of the lines. The group owned distribution companies provide direct access to the market, trends and requirements which is essential in keeping the company at the forefront of development and innovation.
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Sturdiness | 4.3 | 5.0 | 4.6 | 4.2 | — | — |
Versatility | 4.1 | 5.0 | 4.4 | 4.7 | — | — |
Quality of material | 4.2 | — | 4.3 | 4.3 | — | — |
Value for money | 4.0 | 5.0 | — | 3.3 | — | — |
Sold By | Amazon.com | Yulonglong | SmallRig | SmallRig | Ornem | Amazon.com |
compatible devices | Camera | Camera, Monitor | Camera | Camera, Monitor | Camera | Camera |
max. recommended weight | 3 kilograms | 2 kilograms | 3 kilograms | 1.5 kilograms | 10 kilograms | 0.2 kilograms |
weight | 2.5 pounds | 13.58 ounces | 330 grams | 0.89 pounds | — | 0.35 pounds |
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Product Dimensions | 10.83 x 3.15 x 3.46 inches |
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Item Weight | 2.5 pounds |
ASIN | B000J4FONU |
Item model number | 244 |
Customer Reviews |
4.6 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #38 in Photographic Lighting Booms & Stands |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | May 7, 2008 |
Manufacturer | Manfrotto |
Country of Origin | Italy |
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This Manfrotto Variable Friction Magic Arm with Camera Bracket features a large center locking knob. Variable friction and locking of arm obtained by adjusting knob. Comes complete with Camera/Umbrella Bracket 143BKT only. This replaces the Manfrotto 2929. Arm length: 20.87 in.; arm tube diameters: 20mm.; attachment: type 17; attachment 2: type 17.; color: black; load capacity: 6.61 lbs.; material: aluminum; weight: 2.40 lbs.
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Customers like the sturdiness, quality and versatility of the camera support. For example, they mention it's extremely solid, well engineered, holds their camera up with no wobbling and is a great tool. That said, opinions are mixed on value and ease of use.
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Customers like the sturdiness of the camera support. They say it's extremely solid, well-engineered, and stable. It holds their camera up with no wobbling, and feels really secure. The construction is solid and well finished, and there is no sagging. The mechanics of the unit are impressive and cool.
"...I tried a friend's Magic Arm with the cam-lever. Same excellent build quality but the lever is more difficult to adjust than a friction wheel...." Read more
"It took me a long time to find this. The sturdiest and most well engineered piece of equipment I've bought from Amazon. Worth every penny...." Read more
"...It's a huge space saver and extremely well built. Excellent, excellent product. Manfrotto never disappoints me." Read more
"...and 70-200 2.8 with ease for a remote camera setup and there is no sagging. The magic arm lives up to the hype." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the quality of the camera support. They mention it's an effective product, with much better function and quality than any other off brand products. Some say that it'll be a great addition to their hardware.
"...It's a huge space saver and extremely well built. Excellent, excellent product. Manfrotto never disappoints me." Read more
"...All in all, an amazing piece of kit and really you can't do better... even with a scratch (from Manfrotto, not Amazon!)." Read more
"Excellent product, very sturdy and solid feeling. Holds my camera up with no wobbling. I have it attached to my monitor stand on my desk...." Read more
"The Magic Arm itself (along with the Avenger clamp) works beautifully. Typical Manfrotto construction, solid and well finished...." Read more
Customers find the versatility of the camera support arm to be amazing. They say it's a useful accessory that's practical and sturdy. Customers also say it goes all types of ways and is potentially useful for studio photography.
"...addressed, could make this product even more strong, attractive and popular...." Read more
"...It goes all types of ways! Love it. And easy to use. It is kinda heavy but it stays on any surface you put it on." Read more
"...clamp this combo can be mounted practically anywhere, excellent for off camera flash use...." Read more
"...Well engineered, practical and sturdy. Move the arms into the position, turn the knob and lock things in rock solid...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the tightness of the camera support. They mention that it holds position very well, firmly attaches to their desk, and holds gear securely. It is well-made and has stayed mounted in the same position for weeks without a move. It's heavy, but it still holds tight and can control the position easily. It holds spotting scopes with ease and is a versatile and effective means of anchoring a camera or related equipment to anything. It can be mounted practically anywhere, making it excellent for off camera flash.
"...I mainly use it with a Super Clamp, allowing it to be securely attached almost anywhere...." Read more
"...It still holds tight and I can control the position easily. Wherever I want the head to be, I can do it with one knob...." Read more
"...The clamp (sold separately) firmly attaches to my desk, and the arm allows perfect positioning of my camcorder...." Read more
"...The one knob locks everything down rock solidly and holds like a vise...." Read more
Customers like the appearance of the camera support. They mention it has a great design, is attractive, and is pretty cool. Customers also say it's wonderfully clever and effective.
"...The Magic Arm is well designed, built like a bazooka and my most useful Super Clamp accessory...." Read more
"The Manfrotto 244 Magic Arm is incredibly well designed. I was pleasantly surprised and impressed with the build quality...." Read more
"...of the unit are very impressive, and, in a geeky sort of way, pretty cool. The one knob locks everything down rock solidly and holds like a vise...." Read more
"...flaw that, once addressed, could make this product even more strong, attractive and popular...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the lock of the camera support. They mention that it holds everything down rock solidly, and can be locked in at the craziest angle. The arm is durable, sturdy, and holds up pretty solidly. Customers also appreciate the way it can be clamped down super tight.
"...The one knob locks everything down rock solidly and holds like a vise...." Read more
"...was a little leery of hanging my DSLR in the air, but this arm locks up pretty solidly...." Read more
"Definitely a useful accessory. Clamps down super tight and gives tripod like stability many places tripods can't go!..." Read more
"...other support arms and this one is durable, sturdy and can lock in at the craziest angle...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the camera support. Some mention it's worth every penny, while others say it'd be better off buying a cheaper one.
"...Worth every penny.I can't imagine holding a DSLR camera with anything else extend a tripod...." Read more
"...But they truly are worth their weight! I can easily mount my Nikon and 70-200 2.8 with ease for a remote camera setup and there is no sagging...." Read more
"...Perfect for my camcorder, teleprompter, and microphone. It's pricey, but you get what you pay for." Read more
"...While I feel like it could be priced cheaper, it definitely adds great value to my kit." Read more
Customers are mixed about the ease of use of the camera support. Some mention it's very easy to use and set up, while others say there were no directions to assemble the friction washer-pack.
"...No biggie, just spin the wheel on and you're golden. No assembly instructions provided or needed...." Read more
"...with this little surprise is the bigger one, there are NO ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS INCLUDED...." Read more
"...Construction is solid, fit and finish are excellent and the usage is intuitive...." Read more
"...with the friction wheel disassembled, and there were no instructions for the correct assembly of the friction wheel, I was having difficulty..." Read more
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The friction wheel controls arm and ball joint tension simultaneously. So you always need two hands for adjustment: one hand on your gear to keep it from flopping and the other to control the wheel. With moderate fiction, movements are smooth but, once locked down, it holds a medium sized DSLR or light head without budging.
I tried a friend's Magic Arm with the cam-lever. Same excellent build quality but the lever is more difficult to adjust than a friction wheel. You need to really muscle it too! However, I was surprised my Magic Arm arrived without the wheel installed. Probably Manfrotto wanted to reduce bulk and use a smaller box. No biggie, just spin the wheel on and you're golden. No assembly instructions provided or needed.
I didn't find the camera bracket terribly useful and should have bought the Magic Arm without the bracket. I use a ball head (Sunwayfoto) to mount LED lights, mics or cameras: the Magic Arm has a little settle with heavy loads and a ball head allows fine adjustments after lockdown. To attach a ball head, screw a 1/4 to 3/8" male stud adapter, e.g., Manfrotto 118 Male Spigot into the arm's baby stud and screw the head on it. You could also mount the ball head directly on the bracket if you don't mind the extra weight and bulk.
The Magic Arm is well designed, built like a bazooka and my most useful Super Clamp accessory. I'm often in cramped quarters and it works where light stands and tripods dare not tread.
I can't imagine holding a DSLR camera with anything else extend a tripod. For everywhere and anywhere you can't use a tripod, like a desk, use this
I can say the jaws don't open wide enough to hold a large cell phone. Probably the only complaint I have. When not in use it folds down fairly tight and fits in a regular backpack but just barely.
http://www.raildig.com/blog/manfrotto-244-variable-friction-magic-arm/
All in all, an amazing piece of kit and really you can't do better... even with a scratch (from Manfrotto, not Amazon!).
Reviewed in the United States on November 15, 2015
http://www.raildig.com/blog/manfrotto-244-variable-friction-magic-arm/
All in all, an amazing piece of kit and really you can't do better... even with a scratch (from Manfrotto, not Amazon!).
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Ne porto sempre con me almeno un paio sul set. Ripiegati occupano poco spazio. Dureranno una vita.
L'acquisto in questione è stato sereno, senza il minimo problema. Consiglio, in abbinamento l'acquisto di un paio di 035 Super Clamp che con il magic arm diventano un sistema di fissaggio universale incredibilmente versatile.
For those who have never handled the original Manfrotto magic arms before, this is one of the most useful and versatile tools ever invented (even in space on space stations, it's used by astronauts, and considering how critical cargo weight is on space missions, the fact that they bring them despite being quite heavy demonstrates their absolute usefulness and reliability).
I always carry at least a couple of them on set. Once folded they take little room. They will last a lifetime.
This particular amazon purchase was smooth, without the slightest problem. I recommend pairing the magic arm with the purchase of a couple of 035 Super Clamps, to assembly an incredibly versatile universal mounting or support system.
Reviewed in Italy on September 27, 2023
Ne porto sempre con me almeno un paio sul set. Ripiegati occupano poco spazio. Dureranno una vita.
L'acquisto in questione è stato sereno, senza il minimo problema. Consiglio, in abbinamento l'acquisto di un paio di 035 Super Clamp che con il magic arm diventano un sistema di fissaggio universale incredibilmente versatile.
For those who have never handled the original Manfrotto magic arms before, this is one of the most useful and versatile tools ever invented (even in space on space stations, it's used by astronauts, and considering how critical cargo weight is on space missions, the fact that they bring them despite being quite heavy demonstrates their absolute usefulness and reliability).
I always carry at least a couple of them on set. Once folded they take little room. They will last a lifetime.
This particular amazon purchase was smooth, without the slightest problem. I recommend pairing the magic arm with the purchase of a couple of 035 Super Clamps, to assembly an incredibly versatile universal mounting or support system.
This friction arm, along with their ubiquitous Super Clamp, is of such stuff. What seems like a simplistic bit of kit transpires to be more than the sum of the parts. What seems to be a crude large knob that tightens one axis of two arms, is in fact a design so clever that it controls the main articulating arms, plus both ball joints, plus the swivel ends of those joints, through insanely clever linkages.
Not only does this make a complex series of joints ridiculously easy to set-up and adjust, but the quality of the materials and manufacture make this something that you would only part with through your cold dead fingers.
Now here's the thing, it can hold all sorts of things. Still cameras, Video cameras. Lights, Audio Field Recorders, Ham Radios (e.g. Icom IC-705) and the list goes on.
This gadget (and I have quite a lot of Manfrotto kit) is one of the very best investments I have ever made and whilst a Friction Arm with Camera Bracket and Super Clamp might not seem to be the most exciting items, when you put them into action, you will know you have made one of life's better decisions.
Top notch, First Class!!!