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TimeLapse • Vixen Optics Polarie Star Tracker

Konovo K2

TurnsPro

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  Vixen Optics  Polarie   Star Tracker
  The Polarie Star Tracker from Vixen Optics is an incredibly compact, motorized, tracking mount. The smooth and sleek, visually attractive Polarie attaches to a standard camera tripod with a ball head on one side and a DSLR or smaller camera on the other up to 7 pounds. Point the Polarie north with the integrated compass, use the alignment window by pointing it at Polaris, the North Star, or use an optional polar scope. Star trails and false fuzzies are eliminated in the time exposures of the attached camera as the Polarie tracks the motion of the stars across the celestial dome. Two user-supplied AA batteries can power the unit for ~4 hours or an optional external power supply (not included) can be used. Although, not waterproof, the Polarie is designed to function in most weather conditions. It weighs in at less than an incredible 1½ lbs and is about the size of a paperback book. This is one cool astrophotography star tracker.

  • Can support equipment weighing up to 7 lb (3.2kg)

  • Usable in both Northern and Southern hemispheres

  • Lightweight, compact with ~4 hours of tracking on 2 AA batteries

  • Simple polar alignment options allow camera movement in sync with the night sky

  

  
  Vixen Optics  Polarie   Polar Meter
  Compass: Oil-filled compass, 1 ° unit, 100 mil unit, EWSN (east, west, north, south) display

  Tiltmeter: 5 ° unit (within ± 70 °)

  Size: Height 7.7 x Width 8.5 x Thickness 6.4 cm

  Weight: 100g

  ● An unlikely design that combines a spirit level, compass, and inclinometer.

  ● You can quickly set the altitude and direction by attaching it to an accessory sho.e

  ● Optional parts that make polar alignment of the starry pan head Polarie even easier.

  

  Vixen Optics  Polarie   Time-Lapse Adapter
  • Mount a Polarie Flat on a Tripod

  • Adapts for Slow-Panning

Konova K2 Slider Track 23.6

 • 39.6 lb load capacity (6.6 to 26.4 lb optimal range)

• Three steel bearings in triangle arrangement provide smooth, stable, and quiet operation

• Camera carriage with 3/8"-16 screw and two 1/4"-20 threaded holes

• Friction-adjustment knob

• Precise tension adjustment using included wrench

• Heat-treated carbon steel rail

• 1/4"-20 and 3/8"-16 mounting threads at center and ends for tripods

• Mounting threads on side of tripod for vertical mounting

• Detachable height and angle-adjustable legs with rubber ball feet

• Metric ruler for repeatable movements

• 1/4"-20 accessory mounting thread at each end of slider

• Dual oil seals to help keep rails clean from dust and debris


  TurnsPro  Timelapse   Programable Rotation
  The Time-Lapse Camera Mount from Turnspro is a motorized, programmable tripod head designed to make easy work out of capturing time-lapse sequences and panoramic photographs.


  gentLED  Auto Timelapse   Intervalometer 
  The gentLED-AUTO is an intervalometer (interval meter) for repeatedly triggering digital cameras and camcorders that have IR capability. This intervalometer sends an IR signal that fires the camera shutter at preset intervals. Once switched on it repeatedly fires the shutter without operator involvement, making it ideal for taking time-lapse sequences, photographs where the operator isn't present, and astronomy "bulb" exposures.
  Uses a precision 22turn adjustment to allow exact setting of timing, easy to use and for security it wont change accidentally! At switch-on a short flashing sequence informs the operator of the interval to the nearst second.

Arduino DIY Timelapse Panning Base

• Supports 11.00 lb

Like its two bigger brothers the MagicBall and MagicBall 50, the Novoflex Mini MagicBall is a marvel of innovation.  You have instant access to 85% of a sphere, making this far and away the quickest-to-position ballhead on the market.  There is no vertical notch necessary!



The MagicBall surface is coated with a scratch-resistant, smooth shell which significantly reduces the transmission of vibrations while allowing the user to move the gear with ease and expedience.  There is no independent panning capacity with the MagicBall, but this can be solved by using Novoflex's Universal Panorama Plate if you're so inclined.  Together the two pieces provide quicker use than all other ballheads.



The Mini MagicBall can hold almost all 35mm-sized digital SLR gear, and will not creep even with an SLR with 70-200mm f/2.8 lens and flash attached.  While it has immense locking power for its little size, it does not have tension control like the two larger models-the Mini was designed for the traveller whom needs the lightest kit possible and was willing to make such a sacrifice.  If you will be tracking moving subjects with large telephoto lenses, you will be better served by the MagicBall 50.
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3 (535044) .250 inch ID x .500 inch OD Flanged Ball Bearing

1 (634074) 1/4 inch x 2.500 inch D-Shaft

1 (545588) (06.11.03) 1/4 inch Bore Clamping Hub

1 (RHA32-36-84) 84 Tooth, 32 Pitch Hub Gear (3/16 inch Face)

1 (585484) (03.11.03) 90 Degree Channel Bracket A

1 (585400) (09.12.02) Attachment Blocks (12 pack)

1 (585468) (04.11.01) Flat Single Channel Bracket

1 (ABS250-625-725) 6.25 inch x 7.25 inch ABS Sheet (1/4 inch Thick)

4 (534-1857) 6-32x 2.50 inch Aluminum Standoffs (Round)



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