iOptron SkyGuider Pro EQ Camera Mount
at B&H Photo Video
About this item
Building on the success of their previous systems, the iOptron SkyGuider Pro EQ Camera Mount increases the precision and payload capacity while reducing the form factor to produce an imaging support system to track celestial bodies and capture images of the sun and moon, or for wide-field astrophotography star-scapes shooting techniques. This versatile tracking system can be configured in multiple ways including single or double-camera mounting, or even mounting smaller telescope optical tubes.
Tracking Head
11-pound max payload capacity when properly balanced
Tracking rates: Solar, Lunar, Celestial, and Half-celestial (for sky-scape photography)
144x forward/reverse fast slew speed helps to find and frame shots
Integrated AutoAlign illuminated polar axis scope allows for precise alignment to improve tracking accuracy; 6° field of view for easier alignment; adjustable illumination intensity
Counterweight shaft and 3-pound weight are included to properly balance heavier cameras and lenses
Ports: ST-4 Autoguider; Shutter release; Micro-USB charging; Optional Go2Nova hand controller
Runs on one internal rechargeable LiPo battery; up to 20-hour runtime
Mounts to alt-az base via Vixen-style dovetail
1/4"-20 socket enables mounting to a photo, video, field tripod using an optional ball-head
Right Ascension DC servo provides smooth tracking with limited vibration, and optical encoder improves tracking accuracy
Right Ascension clutch disk enables manual movement
35mm steel Right Ascension shaft
88mm, 144-tooth aluminum alloy worm wheel
15.2mm, brass worm gear
Four-piece roller bearing provides smooth movement with reduced vibration
Alt-Az Base
Vixen-style dovetail saddle accepts the tracking head without tools for attachment
-30° to 65° latitude adjustment range
±5° azimuth adjustment range
"Bull's eye" bubble level
3/8"-16 and 1/4"20 socket for attachment onto most astronomical, photo, video, or field tripods
Camera Attachment
3/8"-16 camera mounting block to mounts camera directly onto tracking head or dual-mount on Declination bracket
Mount a camera onto head using a ball-head for smaller cameras
Use included Declination bracket for heavier rigs with included counterweight assembly, for dual-camera mounting, or smaller telescope OTAs
Dual camera mount payload of 11-pound + 7.7-pounds
- Features
- Equatorial Camera Tracking System
- 11-Pound Payload Capacity
- Right Ascension Tracking Motor
- Multiple Selectable Tracking Rates
Specifications
- Mount Type
Alt-Azimuth
- GoTo Capability
No
- Payload Capacity
11 lb / 5 kg
- Motor
Single Axis
- Power Source
USB (Built-In)
- Battery
1x Rechargeable Lithium-Ion • Up to 20-Hour Runtime at 68°F / 20°C
- Mounting
To Camera:
- GPS
No
- Weight
2.2 lb / 1 kg (With Battery)3.2 lb / 1.5 kg (With Base and Battery)
- Altitude Adjustment
Yes
- Latitude Adjustment
Yes
- Declination Adjustment
Yes
- Right Ascension Adjustment
Yes
- Counterweight
3.1 lb / 1.4 kg
- Polar Axis Scope
Yes (Built In)
- Input Power
5 VDC
- Inputs / Outputs
Micro-USB
- Operating Conditions
14 to 104°F / -10 to 40°C
- Dimensions
5.2 x 4.5 x 3.7" / 133 x 115 x 95 mm (Without Alt-Azi Base)
- Package Weight
10.09 lb
- Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
12.55 x 11.55 x 5.75"