One of the most popular grip accessories on the market. the 5/8" pin attached to the ball joint pivots from -15° to +90° while the collar rotates 360°. All axis lock positively with one locking handle.
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Matthews 388210 Reviews
Load limit is 10-15 Pounds
By Thomas
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2022-07-04
I purchased this to use for a Profoto light with modifier on the end of a boom arm. In the Q&A section a Matthews Rep suggested the maximum load was 15 pounds. I hung a Profoto D2 with no modifier on the Magic Finger pin - the weight was 7.6 pounds. I had to reef on the handle to keep it from tipping down - even before added any light modifiers. Matthews customers service was quick to respond and asked me to return it. They showed me a photo of a test in their shop with what looked like two 5 pound sand bags hanging off the end of the Magic Finger clamped in a vice. What if the load was more like the recommended 15 pounds or if it were cantilevered out like it would be with say a large umbrella or a beauty dish? The replacement Magic finger worked much better but I limit to load to say a Pro-B head or a B10 head with a simple modifier. Very versatile for light loads but I stay well below 8 pounds. I'm sure it would be great for flags and cutters as others have said.
Wonderful piece of gear for the studio!!
By Mike
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2021-02-01
If you've ever struggled with mounting a light and getting exactly the angle you want, this item will make you smile! It is basically a ball head with a 5/8 standard pin that gives you the capability to easily adjust lights to exactly the right place with hassle. And you can also buy this device mounted to a gobo arm if desired. Highly recommend!
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How much weight can this hold?
Matthews states that the Matthews Magic Finger with 5/8 Adapter can safely support a maximum load of approximately 15 lbs.
Date published: 2019-04-16
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Any guesses on how much weight this can hold?
IS there any option that can take more weight?
Date published: 2019-03-19
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The stud isn't threaded, so what would be a STRONG adapter to use to mount to 3/8 thread under slider. Something like this: Matthews Adapter Kit B&H # MAAK MFR # 429489 ?
We prefer to use a 415173 ball head adapter, it screws right to the slider and you can use ether baby or junior stands to mount.
Date published: 2018-08-28