A true badge of honor is buying cheap gear and regretting it when it inevitably bites you in the butt. "Buy once, cry once" pops in my head every time I assess how cost effective my investments are. "Quality of life" eventually pays for itself.
Was actually just shopping for magic arms and comparisons on them are surprisingly difficult to find so this vid was timely. Ultimately going to go with the mid49
So I ordered Mid49 Speedball monitor mount, right after watching this video last Friday while eating my lunch. It came in yesterday, with a sticker, polarized sunglasses, AND hand written "thank you note", that said "(My name) Thank you so much for support and trusting part of you rig with us. Please let us know if we can ever help with anything else. Ryan & Elizabeth at Mid49". Wow. That's something I don't see very often with camera gear purchase. That makes this particular gear something special right from the beginning. Thanks for making this video, and setting us on the right track.
I’m so thankful that you did this video. I’ve been researching for a long time now, for a good magic arm for my Nikon DSLR set-up, to mount a flash for macro photography.. at least now I know which ones to get. Thank you. Namaste 🙏🏾
We use the iFootage and crab arm to mount remote camera and they’re just a rock. The mounting system is also excellent for when you need to take something down and put it back in place easily.
Regarding the small arm that you showed off at the beginning of your video, you could just convert that quarter inch screw to a 3/8 inch screw. I believe small rig actually sells those adapters. It essentially looks like a hollow bolt that you can put above a quarter inch.then you would be able to use that small rig arm with the 38 inch screw hole on your plate and I assume that those anti-twist would then fit properly?
These are the things that need to be talked about because these small pieces of equipment can end up causing tons of problems and headaches. Seems like a lot of these type of parts are offered by quite a few companies but all seem to have a flaw somewhere.
I've been enjoying the Falcam F22 series of arms and attachment accessories. They use what's basically a smaller locking Arca Swiss style plate to attach with removable anti-twist pins if needed. Have magic arms, monitor mounts, etc. Love that they are quick release. Been quite solid for me so far, and far superior to the cheap ones I started with. They also have a larger F38 quick release plate.
A couple things. Pick up some 3/8ths to 1/4-20 thread adapters, then you can get the SmallRig arm to line up with the mounting holes. Second, take a look at the SmallRig HawkLock arm. That one I find to be very flexible and saves a lot of time with attaching and detaching arms.
Love deep dives and technical stuff like this. Would also be curious on a similar style video on monitor mounts? if you have preferences besides just magic arms.
@@CineDailies I got Neewer magic arms but when they came, they were only 3 inches longs, lol. I didn’t notice they were miniature. I’ll order some regular sized ones. I’ll probably go with Neewer, they seem to good products at a good price! I had a Neewer tripod and loved it. It worked as good as my $400 Manfrotto tripod, but it got stolen at a real estate shoot! Oh well!
I have a EOS C70 and EOS R8 and need to place a Lilliput T5 (5" monitor) Touch Screen over on top of the camera. No quite understanding what would be the mid49 magic arm type of device your recommending for this task? The monito is extremely lightweight and has 1/4" thread for mounting on base of the monitor. there are no anti-turn or twist pin holes to the side of the 1/4" thread. So having a magic arm with clamping gates on either side of the mount is the answer. so once you mount base to monitor, you have some kind of little mini vice like fitting to clamp the monitor in plaqe eliminating the need for anti twist pins holes altogether. Have you ever seen a 1/4" mounting base with this kind of option?
I love a great magic arm, but that panic feeling when you use a cheaper one and it falls or loses tension....we've all felt it, and it sucks! Anti-twist pins for the win!
Question on my mind: can you mix and match your Wooden Camera and Mid49 kits? Are the ball joints a similar size that would allow you to use the other brands clamps with the opposing ball mount?
Such a nice side plate for the mavo, does that work with the mavo edge as well? Where to buy it? And how did you rig the transmitter on the back of the camera?
Cool video, on a different note, would you possibly cover the Fujifilm GFX100 II, it seems so cool! I'd like to know your thoughts on it if nothing else. The Fujifilm cameras of late seem so awesome. I was debating on getting either a Sony FX30 or a Fujifilm X-H2S for a bit before ultimately getting the FX30, but every now & then I think of what could have been...
@@CineDailies we all pay for RUclips now, either pay with our time by sitting through ads or with the $22 I pay for YT Premium. We come here to either learn or be entertained, not to constantly have products shoved down our throats. You looked just like QVC aka Home Shopping Network in this video, as does every other camera channel that I originally started following because I learned from them or found them entertaining. It’s a bummer that channels build up a little audience and then switch to trying to milk dollars and cents out of the viewers. Just tell interesting stories “bro”.
@@blueridge8992 who are you preaching to? 🤣🤣🤣its clear to me you don't make content or understand the strategy behind it. It's clear you don't know how to maintain a channel. The level of ignorance is crazy. You think entertainment is free? Because you pay for YT premium?? Content creation is a business, whether I ask you to support my channel or not. Watch my other videos if you want to learn something. Have a good day 🤣🤣🤣
A true badge of honor is buying cheap gear and regretting it when it inevitably bites you in the butt. "Buy once, cry once" pops in my head every time I assess how cost effective my investments are. "Quality of life" eventually pays for itself.
FACTS
I appreciate the magic arm review. Nice to hear the perspective of someone with a lot of experience.
Was actually just shopping for magic arms and comparisons on them are surprisingly difficult to find so this vid was timely. Ultimately going to go with the mid49
I totally made this video for you - use my link 👀
So I ordered Mid49 Speedball monitor mount, right after watching this video last Friday while eating my lunch.
It came in yesterday, with a sticker, polarized sunglasses, AND hand written "thank you note", that said "(My name) Thank you so much for support and trusting part of you rig with us. Please let us know if we can ever help with anything else. Ryan & Elizabeth at Mid49".
Wow. That's something I don't see very often with camera gear purchase.
That makes this particular gear something special right from the beginning.
Thanks for making this video, and setting us on the right track.
Yeah they are so great 🥹
The Mid49 arm is now my absolute number one. Finally doesnt budge or twist.
💯💯💯
The Mid49 Cam lever is such a simple but brilliant design
bro its a game changer, seriously
I’m so thankful that you did this video. I’ve been researching for a long time now, for a good magic arm for my Nikon DSLR set-up, to mount a flash for macro photography.. at least now I know which ones to get. Thank you. Namaste 🙏🏾
Glad it was helpful!
Rigdaddy is back ❤
❤️🤣🫡
wholeheartedly agree. getting two of the MID49 arms has been an absolute game changer.
BOOYEAH
We use the iFootage and crab arm to mount remote camera and they’re just a rock. The mounting system is also excellent for when you need to take something down and put it back in place easily.
Totally agree!
We love a magic arm 🫡
🫡🫡🫡
That last magic arm is exactly what I need!
YUS! Link is in the description
Regarding the small arm that you showed off at the beginning of your video, you could just convert that quarter inch screw to a 3/8 inch screw. I believe small rig actually sells those adapters. It essentially looks like a hollow bolt that you can put above a quarter inch.then you would be able to use that small rig arm with the 38 inch screw hole on your plate and I assume that those anti-twist would then fit properly?
This was a very timely upload, I have 3 of the arms you showed in my cart right now and have been trying to figure out which to go with. 10/10
💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾
Love a good build video. Very insightful. Thanks brother!
Thanks for watching!
These are the things that need to be talked about because these small pieces of equipment can end up causing tons of problems and headaches. Seems like a lot of these type of parts are offered by quite a few companies but all seem to have a flaw somewhere.
In my opinion, the Mid49 speedball is the least flawed, but I see what you are saying
I've been enjoying the Falcam F22 series of arms and attachment accessories. They use what's basically a smaller locking Arca Swiss style plate to attach with removable anti-twist pins if needed. Have magic arms, monitor mounts, etc. Love that they are quick release. Been quite solid for me so far, and far superior to the cheap ones I started with. They also have a larger F38 quick release plate.
Thanks for the info!
This was a great video. I have been looking for a proper magic arm, and now I know exactly what I need. The speedball looks great, thx cinedailies
Glad it was helpful!
A couple things. Pick up some 3/8ths to 1/4-20 thread adapters, then you can get the SmallRig arm to line up with the mounting holes. Second, take a look at the SmallRig HawkLock arm. That one I find to be very flexible and saves a lot of time with attaching and detaching arms.
Awesome! Thanks for the suggestions!
The video I never knew I wanted to see. Great one!
More to come! Haha
Thanks for the great content!
Glad you enjoy it!
Never saw the anti twist pins in my wooden camera arms. Thanks for the tip!
Blew my mind too
Love deep dives and technical stuff like this. Would also be curious on a similar style video on monitor mounts? if you have preferences besides just magic arms.
It's on my list!
Just ordered my first set of magic arms. Glad I didn’t get the old style of magic arms.
Nice! What did you get?
@@CineDailies I got Neewer magic arms but when they came, they were only 3 inches longs, lol. I didn’t notice they were miniature. I’ll order some regular sized ones. I’ll probably go with Neewer, they seem to good products at a good price!
I had a Neewer tripod and loved it. It worked as good as my $400 Manfrotto tripod, but it got stolen at a real estate shoot! Oh well!
Needed this video just when I was in the market for these
a love this content as I want to start investing in good gear to build my 1ac gear. thank you !
Happy to hear! I have a few more 1st ac videos coming
Loved every minute of it bro thx ❤
Glad you enjoyed!
How about the Kondor Blue Cine Camera Magic Arm Pro?
I have a EOS C70 and EOS R8 and need to place a Lilliput T5 (5" monitor) Touch Screen over on top of the camera. No quite understanding what would be the mid49 magic arm type of device your recommending for this task? The monito is extremely lightweight and has 1/4" thread for mounting on base of the monitor. there are no anti-turn or twist pin holes to the side of the 1/4" thread. So having a magic arm with clamping gates on either side of the mount is the answer. so once you mount base to monitor, you have some kind of little mini vice like fitting to clamp the monitor in plaqe eliminating the need for anti twist pins holes altogether. Have you ever seen a 1/4" mounting base with this kind of option?
It would be better to get the Mid49 magic arms because it uses friction to tighten. Then you would need a cage for the other end mount.
I love a great magic arm, but that panic feeling when you use a cheaper one and it falls or loses tension....we've all felt it, and it sucks! Anti-twist pins for the win!
I know right haha buy once, cry once ha
@@CineDailies YUP
Question on my mind: can you mix and match your Wooden Camera and Mid49 kits? Are the ball joints a similar size that would allow you to use the other brands clamps with the opposing ball mount?
You sure can! I do it all the time
Hey, would you trust any of these to hold up an fx3 for in car suction cup mounting?
The ifootage spider grips yes
Such a nice side plate for the mavo, does that work with the mavo edge as well? Where to buy it? And how did you rig the transmitter on the back of the camera?
Yes it works with the edge! Use my link in the description of this video.
And yes the transmitter on the back makes everything streamline
Oooh MID49, eye was unfamiliar with your game ✍🏾
PEEP'EM!
I still rock a cheap magic arm. 9.99 from amazon is that cool?
So cool 🤣
Cool video, on a different note, would you possibly cover the Fujifilm GFX100 II, it seems so cool!
I'd like to know your thoughts on it if nothing else. The Fujifilm cameras of late seem so awesome.
I was debating on getting either a Sony FX30 or a Fujifilm X-H2S for a bit before ultimately getting the FX30, but every now & then I think of what could have been...
Yep I currently have the gfx 100 ii with me. Content is coming soon.
@@CineDailies sweet! Excited for that!
Amazing 🎉
Thanks 😄
Every camera channel has turned into QVC. Such a bummer.
What's a QVC?
@@CineDailies should be easy enough to type those 3 letters into the RUclips search bar
@@blueridge8992.…but replying to your comment on my video. Should be easy to explain what you're complaining about bro.
@@CineDailies we all pay for RUclips now, either pay with our time by sitting through ads or with the $22 I pay for YT Premium. We come here to either learn or be entertained, not to constantly have products shoved down our throats. You looked just like QVC aka Home Shopping Network in this video, as does every other camera channel that I originally started following because I learned from them or found them entertaining. It’s a bummer that channels build up a little audience and then switch to trying to milk dollars and cents out of the viewers. Just tell interesting stories “bro”.
@@blueridge8992 who are you preaching to? 🤣🤣🤣its clear to me you don't make content or understand the strategy behind it. It's clear you don't know how to maintain a channel. The level of ignorance is crazy. You think entertainment is free? Because you pay for YT premium?? Content creation is a business, whether I ask you to support my channel or not.
Watch my other videos if you want to learn something. Have a good day 🤣🤣🤣
i don’t like it.
Stay warm this winter!