IFOOTAGE 11" Spider Crab Magic Arm MA5-6 Quick Release Mount

iFootage products have never disappointed. The build quality and finish are above board. I also have the longer 32" Spider Crab Support Rod and this arm, although not as long or tricked out, seems to be sturdier than its bigger brother. Probably because there are fewer points of failure and articulation to contend with. This thing stays exactly where you put it and holds a kitted-out M50 with no issues. Built like a tank, this thing will last you forever. It should because you pay a premium for it. I did remove the cold shoe adapter and swapped it for a Smallrig clamp (the iF one was not available as a separate purchase yet) as I'm not a fan of stressing out the hot shoe on a camera in the way it's pictured.

This is a game changer from iFootage. A solid camera mount, or for any other related devices. The Spider Crab can grip onto most anything. Be advised though.... you will need to purchase the clamp separately, it's an iFootage product as well. If you have used a Joby or similar product, throw it away if you buy this...it won't be needed anymore. Check out the cell phone mount as well from iFootage. It will mount to any tripod or the Spider Crab as well.

I’m kinda obsessed with the build quality and strength. Yeah it’s pricey but sooooo worth it. 10/10 you wont be disappointed!

Ok this thing seems to be quite amazing! I tried this with several heavy loads like a 7" monitor kitted with a wireless receiver and 2 large NP batteries... no movement. Canon R5 with 24-70… no movement. It's one of those items I always bought cheaper versions of and regretted; this I will use!

My new favorite weapon. Bought half a dozen of these for my cart set ups.

The brand is so powerful in their design and sturdiness. Wish they were here a long time ago. The 1/4 to 3/8 is genius design no more adapters to buy and the sturdiness of the equipment is unbelievable. I need to get some more stuff from them but have to save up.

This magic arm is immovable!!! Put this on a car rig to hold a 7inch monitor and this thing didn't move a mm. I would trust it to hold anything! Totally worth the price, especially knowing your gear will be secure and locked in a vise grip.

If you like gear that you buy once and never think of again… This is it! Highly recommended & easy to use / adjust - I’m a brand loyalist from here on out!

First class and I think it's best for long term users 99.909%

How did I ever live without this magic arm? Yes, I do own a couple of simple inexpensive magic arms, but this one from iFootage takes the cake! It is so versatile (adaptable), efficient (modular), and well-made, that I highly recommend it. Going forward, I will never buy another brand if I need a magic arm. In fact, I have now started to buy other products from iFootage and it seems like everything they make is of superior quality.

Why didn’t I buy it earlier? I need more. It doesn’t slip. It holds weight. Easy to switch between different rigs (especially if you get more of the quick release bases). I use this every day. Mainly for my monitor on camera, but have used it for mics and also for rigging my full camera (kitted with anamorphic lenses and fallow focus) to some #shittyrigs I’ve built

This is a very high quality thing. Beautifully manufactured and very solid. The quick release mechanism is a great piece of design, if it hasn't won any awards yet then it's only a matter of time! Once locked nothing can move unless you want it to.

These arms are rock solid with massive teeth to hold them in place. I use mine for mounting a gopro on my motorcycle and they don't move. If you need massive flexibility, durability, reliability and confidence...this is the way to go.