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Manfrotto 143S Flash Shoe for Magic Arm
This Manfrotto Flash Shoe for the Magic Arm shoe mount features a "cold" shoe mount on top, with a male 1/4"-20 screw on the bottom. Mount this item to a Bogen Magic Arm, or Articulated Arm, and slide on a shoe-mount flash.
This item replaces old catalog #2932.
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 23 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
81%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (15)
- Lightweight (10)
Cons
Best Uses
- Reviewer Profile:
- Pro photographer (6), Professional (5)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (13)
Most Liked Positive Review
Typical Manfrotto - it just works!
Needed these for my Strobist setup. They work well. Not much more I can say - they hold my flashes as they should, are lightweight and cheap. Not being metal is an advantage ...Read complete review
Needed these for my Strobist setup. They work well. Not much more I can say - they hold my flashes as they should, are lightweight and cheap. Not being metal is an advantage since you will not get accidental flash discharges.
VS
Most Liked Negative Review
Should be redesigned
If screwed on properly, meaning using the knurled thumb wheel on the lower half, it will hold up well for light equipment. Otherwise if screwed in as a unit, as pictured on B+...Read complete review
If screwed on properly, meaning using the knurled thumb wheel on the lower half, it will hold up well for light equipment. Otherwise if screwed in as a unit, as pictured on B+H, the screw will eventually pull out.
I epoxied mine together between the two halves after learning this, so now it will never come apart again... Which is fine by me. After my fix I'll rate it (5 stars)
REVIEWS
Reviewed by 23 customers
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Comments about Manfrotto 143S Flash Shoe for Magic Arm:
My Canon 430EXII doesn't fit on it, it's too tight of a fit and I can't engage the lock on the flash. And it's hard to attach the flash shoe to my Manfrotto light stand adaptor. I wouldn't suggest this.
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Lightweight
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Manfrotto 143S Flash Shoe for Magic Arm:
I needed an adaptor so I could use the Litepanels MicroPro camera light on a new camera we have. We have been using the light with our Panasonic HVX170, HVX200 and HVX250's. We recently added a couple of HPX370's. Great camera but no hot shoe...this adaptor is just what we needed. Problem solved!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Comments about Manfrotto 143S Flash Shoe for Magic Arm:
Great tool, however it breaks easily I hope that Manfrotto improves the design.
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Lightweight
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Manfrotto 143S Flash Shoe for Magic Arm:
Durable plastic that won't crew up your flash shoe like the metal ones do.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
- Limited Compatibility
- Poor Design
Best Uses
Comments about Manfrotto 143S Flash Shoe for Magic Arm:
I got this for my light stand rig that I am using with the manfrotto umbrella holder but it doesnt work with my canon flash. I drilled a hole where the quick release sits and have tried a number of things to get the flash shoe to sit and close on this shoe but nothing. 20 dollars wasted and now having to look for something similiar that will hold my flash. Save your money if you cant get one of the best flashes on it and let it tighten like it should.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
- Flimsy
Best Uses
- Indoors
- Low Light
- Night Time
- Outdoors
- Special Events
Comments about Manfrotto 143S Flash Shoe for Magic Arm:
works good so far only used once!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
Cons
- Weak Construction
Best Uses
- Family Photos
Comments about Manfrotto 143S Flash Shoe for Magic Arm:
justin clamp,a wonderfull tool but it fell off the cupboard and shattered the flash shoe rendering the wonderfull justin clamp completely useless!!! to replace the shoe costs [$] but shipping to South-Africa $60.00 (R540.00) made no sense whatsoever. A few should be popped in an envelope and send no charge by the Manfrotto agent I'd say and expect.Nice evening to you all, Louwrens
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Cost Effective
- Easy To Pack
- Easy to Use
- Lightweight
Cons
- Weak Construction
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Video
Comments about Manfrotto 143S Flash Shoe for Magic Arm:
Does the job. Screws into my DSLR metal rig and then allows me to attach various cold shoe accessories i.e. light, mic receiver, shotgun mic, monitor. Not overly confident the plastic will hold up for the long haul but this will get me started. I needed a solution for my rig & this is it...any problems with the plastic & I'll then purchase the more durable metal adapters.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Pack
- Easy to Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Manfrotto 143S Flash Shoe for Magic Arm:
Nice light weight does the job.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attach Securely
- Durable
- Good Color Value
Cons
Best Uses
- Low Light
- Night Time
- Special Events
Comments about Manfrotto 143S Flash Shoe for Magic Arm:
Works great for mounting a hot shoe flash to magic arms
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
- Taller than necessary
Best Uses
- Mounting flash
- Mounting mic
Comments about Manfrotto 143S Flash Shoe for Magic Arm:
I have a DSLR rig that has a lot of 1/4-20 holes for mounting accessories but it looks like there are not a lot of options out there for male to shoe mount, at least not as many as female to shoe mount and the ones that are out there are at least twice as expensive as these. so i picked up 3 of them to throw in my bag. so far they have been fine. something metal and with a lower profile would be better. I felt no fear of breaking them like so many people have posted about.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Manfrotto 143S Flash Shoe for Magic Arm:
nikon sb900 will fit but is tight
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Manfrotto 143S Flash Shoe for Magic Arm:
It screws a hot shoe to a 1/4-20 female port . The bolt part of this thing is a bit short and doesn't leave enough to turn the foot to the direction you may want . It seams solid built and strong enough though . I use it to hang the battery part of my ring flash off the bottom of my camera body for a better balance but end up having the battery thing face in off directions . Needs another turn of thread in length on the screw !
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Mounting flashes
Comments about Manfrotto 143S Flash Shoe for Magic Arm:
I use this to mount flashes when I just need something to hold the flash in place. This has no electronics or connections and can't by itself trigger a flash or other shoe-mounted device. It's very well made, durable, and serves its intended purpose perfectly.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday use
- Portraits
- Studio
Comments about Manfrotto 143S Flash Shoe for Magic Arm:
People complaining about this shoe breaking to easily. What you have to do is to thighten it with the lower part seen on the picture, not the shoe itself.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Wedding Photography
Comments about Manfrotto 143S Flash Shoe for Magic Arm:
I love the entire device, VERY convenient - the flash shoe however I would like to see the top lip be a little more sturdy, flash dropped and that lip broke. BUT as I am typing this, I realize it may be designed to break away vs the flash breaking.......So if that is the case than Kuddo's to the product as my flash received no damage! Love the entire device.
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
- Not Durable
Best Uses
Comments about Manfrotto 143S Flash Shoe for Magic Arm:
Great product, but will not last more than one shoot... I've had 2 of these and they both came apart with minimal weight.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Manfrotto 143S Flash Shoe for Magic Arm:
These things work. I am fairly gentle with my gear, and I've never broken one - but with other reviewers comments I do carry an extra in my bag. Personally, I do wish they were a tad looser so that I could work faster in the field, but in truth I'm worried more about damaging the flash unit than the flash shoe.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
- Not Durable
- Problems with SB900
Best Uses
- Editorial Photography
- Macro Photography
- Portraits
- Studio
Comments about Manfrotto 143S Flash Shoe for Magic Arm:
I carry one of these for every strobe I've got, plus a couple in case I break one. Paired with spring clamps, super clamps and or magic arms and stands, they really expand your lighting options.
Pros
- Easy flash install
- Made of plastic
Cons
- False apart w min force
Best Uses
- Remote flash photography
Comments about Manfrotto 143S Flash Shoe for Magic Arm:
All the comments so far on this product are true. You can break it easily with enough force, especially when you are turning the wrong piece (an easy mistake to make). And because it is made of plastic, you can avoid any flash misfire. Another advantage that I found is that a flash can easily be put on or taken off, which a lot to be said compared to a similar product made of aluminum (I've had several close calls of smacking myself on the face trying to pry a flash off of those).
In summary, you get what you paid for.
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 23 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
81%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (15)
- Lightweight (10)
Cons
Best Uses
- Reviewer Profile:
- Pro photographer (6), Professional (5)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (13)
Most Liked Positive Review
Typical Manfrotto - it just works!
Needed these for my Strobist setup. They work well. Not much more I can say - they hold my flashes as they should, are lightweight and cheap. Not being metal is an advantage ...Read complete review
Needed these for my Strobist setup. They work well. Not much more I can say - they hold my flashes as they should, are lightweight and cheap. Not being metal is an advantage since you will not get accidental flash discharges.
VS
Most Liked Negative Review
Should be redesigned
If screwed on properly, meaning using the knurled thumb wheel on the lower half, it will hold up well for light equipment. Otherwise if screwed in as a unit, as pictured on B+...Read complete review
If screwed on properly, meaning using the knurled thumb wheel on the lower half, it will hold up well for light equipment. Otherwise if screwed in as a unit, as pictured on B+H, the screw will eventually pull out.
I epoxied mine together between the two halves after learning this, so now it will never come apart again... Which is fine by me. After my fix I'll rate it (5 stars)
REVIEWS
Reviewed by 23 customers
Sort by
Displaying reviews 1-20
Previous | Next »
Comments about Manfrotto 143S Flash Shoe for Magic Arm:
My Canon 430EXII doesn't fit on it, it's too tight of a fit and I can't engage the lock on the flash. And it's hard to attach the flash shoe to my Manfrotto light stand adaptor. I wouldn't suggest this.
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Lightweight
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Manfrotto 143S Flash Shoe for Magic Arm:
I needed an adaptor so I could use the Litepanels MicroPro camera light on a new camera we have. We have been using the light with our Panasonic HVX170, HVX200 and HVX250's. We recently added a couple of HPX370's. Great camera but no hot shoe...this adaptor is just what we needed. Problem solved!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Comments about Manfrotto 143S Flash Shoe for Magic Arm:
Great tool, however it breaks easily I hope that Manfrotto improves the design.
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Lightweight
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Manfrotto 143S Flash Shoe for Magic Arm:
Durable plastic that won't crew up your flash shoe like the metal ones do.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
- Limited Compatibility
- Poor Design
Best Uses
Comments about Manfrotto 143S Flash Shoe for Magic Arm:
I got this for my light stand rig that I am using with the manfrotto umbrella holder but it doesnt work with my canon flash. I drilled a hole where the quick release sits and have tried a number of things to get the flash shoe to sit and close on this shoe but nothing. 20 dollars wasted and now having to look for something similiar that will hold my flash. Save your money if you cant get one of the best flashes on it and let it tighten like it should.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
- Flimsy
Best Uses
- Indoors
- Low Light
- Night Time
- Outdoors
- Special Events
Comments about Manfrotto 143S Flash Shoe for Magic Arm:
works good so far only used once!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
Cons
- Weak Construction
Best Uses
- Family Photos
Comments about Manfrotto 143S Flash Shoe for Magic Arm:
justin clamp,a wonderfull tool but it fell off the cupboard and shattered the flash shoe rendering the wonderfull justin clamp completely useless!!! to replace the shoe costs [$] but shipping to South-Africa $60.00 (R540.00) made no sense whatsoever. A few should be popped in an envelope and send no charge by the Manfrotto agent I'd say and expect.Nice evening to you all, Louwrens
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Cost Effective
- Easy To Pack
- Easy to Use
- Lightweight
Cons
- Weak Construction
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Video
Comments about Manfrotto 143S Flash Shoe for Magic Arm:
Does the job. Screws into my DSLR metal rig and then allows me to attach various cold shoe accessories i.e. light, mic receiver, shotgun mic, monitor. Not overly confident the plastic will hold up for the long haul but this will get me started. I needed a solution for my rig & this is it...any problems with the plastic & I'll then purchase the more durable metal adapters.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Pack
- Easy to Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Manfrotto 143S Flash Shoe for Magic Arm:
Nice light weight does the job.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attach Securely
- Durable
- Good Color Value
Cons
Best Uses
- Low Light
- Night Time
- Special Events
Comments about Manfrotto 143S Flash Shoe for Magic Arm:
Works great for mounting a hot shoe flash to magic arms
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
- Taller than necessary
Best Uses
- Mounting flash
- Mounting mic
Comments about Manfrotto 143S Flash Shoe for Magic Arm:
I have a DSLR rig that has a lot of 1/4-20 holes for mounting accessories but it looks like there are not a lot of options out there for male to shoe mount, at least not as many as female to shoe mount and the ones that are out there are at least twice as expensive as these. so i picked up 3 of them to throw in my bag. so far they have been fine. something metal and with a lower profile would be better. I felt no fear of breaking them like so many people have posted about.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Manfrotto 143S Flash Shoe for Magic Arm:
nikon sb900 will fit but is tight
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Manfrotto 143S Flash Shoe for Magic Arm:
It screws a hot shoe to a 1/4-20 female port . The bolt part of this thing is a bit short and doesn't leave enough to turn the foot to the direction you may want . It seams solid built and strong enough though . I use it to hang the battery part of my ring flash off the bottom of my camera body for a better balance but end up having the battery thing face in off directions . Needs another turn of thread in length on the screw !
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Mounting flashes
Comments about Manfrotto 143S Flash Shoe for Magic Arm:
I use this to mount flashes when I just need something to hold the flash in place. This has no electronics or connections and can't by itself trigger a flash or other shoe-mounted device. It's very well made, durable, and serves its intended purpose perfectly.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday use
- Portraits
- Studio
Comments about Manfrotto 143S Flash Shoe for Magic Arm:
People complaining about this shoe breaking to easily. What you have to do is to thighten it with the lower part seen on the picture, not the shoe itself.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Wedding Photography
Comments about Manfrotto 143S Flash Shoe for Magic Arm:
I love the entire device, VERY convenient - the flash shoe however I would like to see the top lip be a little more sturdy, flash dropped and that lip broke. BUT as I am typing this, I realize it may be designed to break away vs the flash breaking.......So if that is the case than Kuddo's to the product as my flash received no damage! Love the entire device.
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
- Not Durable
Best Uses
Comments about Manfrotto 143S Flash Shoe for Magic Arm:
Great product, but will not last more than one shoot... I've had 2 of these and they both came apart with minimal weight.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Manfrotto 143S Flash Shoe for Magic Arm:
These things work. I am fairly gentle with my gear, and I've never broken one - but with other reviewers comments I do carry an extra in my bag. Personally, I do wish they were a tad looser so that I could work faster in the field, but in truth I'm worried more about damaging the flash unit than the flash shoe.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
- Not Durable
- Problems with SB900
Best Uses
- Editorial Photography
- Macro Photography
- Portraits
- Studio
Comments about Manfrotto 143S Flash Shoe for Magic Arm:
I carry one of these for every strobe I've got, plus a couple in case I break one. Paired with spring clamps, super clamps and or magic arms and stands, they really expand your lighting options.
Pros
- Easy flash install
- Made of plastic
Cons
- False apart w min force
Best Uses
- Remote flash photography
Comments about Manfrotto 143S Flash Shoe for Magic Arm:
All the comments so far on this product are true. You can break it easily with enough force, especially when you are turning the wrong piece (an easy mistake to make). And because it is made of plastic, you can avoid any flash misfire. Another advantage that I found is that a flash can easily be put on or taken off, which a lot to be said compared to a similar product made of aluminum (I've had several close calls of smacking myself on the face trying to pry a flash off of those).
In summary, you get what you paid for.
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