The Manfrotto 131D Lateral Side Arm is a versatile tripod accessory that allows you to mount one or two cameras at a 90° angle, making it ideal for overhead, flat-lay and straight-down shooting without tripod legs entering the frame.
The Manfrotto 131D Lateral Side Arm is a versatile tripod accessory that allows you to mount one or two cameras at a 90° angle, making it ideal for overhead, flat-lay and straight-down shooting without tripod legs entering the frame.
The Manfrotto 131D Lateral Side Arm for Tripods is designed to expand the creative flexibility of your tripod setup. Mounting directly onto a tripod’s center column via a 3/8"-16 thread, this side arm enables photographers and videographers to position their camera horizontally, allowing for precise top-down and overhead shots—perfect for product photography, tabletop work, food photography, copy work, and video tutorials.
The arm features double-sided mounting screws with 1/4"-20 and 3/8"-16 threads, allowing cameras or accessories to be mounted on either end. This also makes it possible to mount two cameras simultaneously at 90°, increasing efficiency during multi-angle shoots. Constructed for strength and stability, the Manfrotto 131D replaces the older 3059B model and continues Manfrotto’s legacy of reliable, professional-grade support accessories. Its solid build ensures dependable performance even with heavier camera setups.
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