Review: Manfrotto Magic Arms 143N & 244N Magic Arm - Which is Best?

Manfrotto has two different Magic Arms that essentially do the same thing, but one does it better than the other. Or does it?

The 143N has a lever that locks things in place with one swift turn while the 244N uses a knob - it takes longer to lock things in place, but is much more precise. Both can carry a load of 6.6lbs (3kg).

TABLE OF CONTENTS:
00:00 Introduction
00:19 Unboxing 143N
01:36 Unboxing 244N

02:19 Side-by-Side Comparison
02:47 Build Quality
03:23 Arm Fluidity/Stiffness Compared

04:22 2 Thread sizes
04:38 Where is it made? (not in China...)
04:56 What to Use them For (and the Grip you need)

08:54 Which is best?

More info: https://manfrotto.com

Check prices --- Amazon affiliate links
https://amzn.to/2O6LMhJ --- Manfrotto 143N (Lever type)
https://amzn.to/2LuleVT --- Manfrotto 244N (Knob type)


UPDATE: If the handle levered Manfrotto 143N ever gets stuck (you hear a "crunch" and the lever doesn't tighten), there's a fix you can do yourself that you can find here:
   • FIX: Manfrotto 143N Magic Arm Lever D...  

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