Manfrotto 131D Lateral Side Arm for Tripods (Black)

Comments about Manfrotto 131D Lateral Side Arm for Tripods (Black):

I like this product for the most part. It does what I need it to do, and is what you would expect from Manfrotto in terms of quality. I agree with other reviews in regard to the locking wheel used to secure the side arm to the tripod. It's very difficult to turn, and not very usable. I wish they would have used a better design to lock it down. It would be nice to have the ability to swing it back and forth as well, since Manfrotto tripods have a keyed center column that does not allow it to twist. As it is now you have to loosen it, move it, then tighten it again... which is a big pain since the locking knob is such a pain to use.

Comments about Manfrotto 131D Lateral Side Arm for Tripods (Black):

This allows to mount my camera facing down to a tabletop for macro photography, or doing the same in the field. This way I can have the capabilities of specialty tripods in my own conventional tripod.

Comments about Manfrotto 131D Lateral Side Arm for Tripods (Black):

THe 131D Lateral Side Arm is an useful accessory for tethered shooters, especially in conjunction with 131DDB Tripod Accessory with Four Heads.

Comments about Manfrotto 131D Lateral Side Arm for Tripods (Black):

Purchased this for top view horizontal table top shots. Great addition to my Manfrotto Tripod. Great build quality and great overall value. Essential for the enthusiast still-life photographer.

Comments about Manfrotto 131D Lateral Side Arm for Tripods (Black):

Used with the 055XPROB tripod to shoot 2D objects on the floor. A great solid setup but with my heavy medium format camera setup, along with a corresponding counterweight, there was quite a bit of sway, so this is best for lightweight cameras up to compact SLRs.

Comments about Manfrotto 131D Lateral Side Arm for Tripods (Black):

This is a great add on to my tripod. It really helps to have the right tools for the job.

Comments about Manfrotto 131D Lateral Side Arm for Tripods (Black):

I use this side arm with my Manfrotto 190 tripod mainly for architectural images, close-ups & wild life shootings. It may be beneficial if I use this item either with 2 cameras or a camera plus a camcorder at the same time.

Comments about Manfrotto 131D Lateral Side Arm for Tripods (Black):

I bought this arm simply for its overhead shooting capabilities. I use it while shooting food so I can get my tripod legs out of the way and have the camera directly over the top of a dish. Works wonderfully. I've also seen it used with a tray plus another head adapter to set up your laptop right on your tripod while you shoot teathered.

Comments about Manfrotto 131D Lateral Side Arm for Tripods (Black):

The 131D is an extremely well made precision accessory. Attachment to a Manfrotto Tri-Pod takes less than 5 minutes requiring only a quick removal and re-installation of 3 set screws. If you intend to use the side arm at full extension be sure to order a medium counter-weight for maximum stability.

Comments about Manfrotto 131D Lateral Side Arm for Tripods (Black):

Product is excellent. Works the way it should, durable and affordable. Manfrotto does an awesome job.

Comments about Manfrotto 131D Lateral Side Arm for Tripods (Black):

Well made. Easy to attach. Gives long reach for macro. When extending out I add counter weight, which makes it rock solid.

Comments about Manfrotto 131D Lateral Side Arm for Tripods (Black):

Great extension for your field or studio tripod. The dual head mount option allows for 2 cameras to be mounted or any other 3/8 thread block. I have some difficulty cinching the mounting head to my tripod. The lock wheel is located a little too tight to the head, making a good grip challenging. Once it is secured, the whole unit is solid.