Vixen Compact Mount AP Photoguider

Vixen Compact Mount AP Photoguider - ES39989-SO

Presenting the Vixen Compact Mount AP Photoguider, your exclusive tool for capturing breathtaking starscape images with ease.

This equatorial mount is meticulously designed for exceptional tracking accuracy, allowing you to capture pinpoint photos of stars, constellations, meteors, and comets without the need for guiding corrections over extended periods.

Weighing in at just 5.4kg, the lightweight yet sturdy design, featuring the APP-TL130 tripod, makes it convenient for transport to dark locations, away from light pollution.

Setting up for the perfect shot is a breeze – attach your camera to the dovetail slide bar PG, and you're ready to shoot.

The AP Photoguider accommodates both lightweight and heavier cameras, ensuring stability with the option to add a supplementary counterweight bar and a 1kg counterweight.

With a polar alignment scope, achieve precision within 3 arc seconds, complemented by an auto power-off feature for the dark field illuminator.

Enhancing its versatility, the AP Photoguider includes an accessory shoe, allowing you to attach optional accessories like a poler meter for seamless alignment, even in scenarios where Polaris may not be visible.

Elevate your astrophotography experience with the Vixen Compact Mount AP Photoguider – a reliable, lightweight, and user-friendly solution for capturing the wonders of the night sky.

Features:

• 6kg Maximum Loading Capacity: With a robust construction, the mount supports a maximum loading capacity of 6kg. This ensures compatibility with various camera setups and telephoto lenses, providing stability for astrophotography.

• Friction Control System: The inclusion of a friction control system enhances operational control, allowing for precise adjustments during observation sessions. This feature ensures that your imaging setup stays securely in place, contributing to the overall stability of the mount.

• Exclusive Tool for Starscape Imaging: Tailored specifically for starscape imaging, the AP Photoguider is designed to meet the unique demands of capturing celestial wonders such as stars, constellations, meteors, and comets. It provides specialized features for astrophotographers aiming to capture the beauty of the night sky.

• Excellent Tracking Accuracy: The mount boasts excellent tracking accuracy, enabling users to capture pinpoint photos of stars and constellations without the need for guiding corrections over extended periods. This feature ensures crisp and detailed images during long exposures.

• Lightweight Design: Weighing in at just 5.4kg, the mount features a lightweight yet sturdy design. This makes it convenient for transportation to dark locations, away from light pollution, providing astrophotographers with the flexibility to choose optimal observation sites.

• Easy Camera Attachment: Setting up for astrophotography is simplified with easy camera attachment. By attaching the camera to the dovetail slide bar, users can seamlessly prepare for capturing the night sky. The mount accommodates both lightweight and heavier cameras, offering flexibility for various setups.

• Polar Alignment Precision: Equipped with a polar alignment scope, the mount ensures precision within 3 arc seconds. The auto power-off feature for the dark field illuminator enhances user convenience, facilitating accurate polar alignment for optimal tracking.

• Versatile Accessory Shoe: The inclusion of a versatile accessory shoe adds flexibility to the system. Users can attach optional accessories, such as a poler meter, expanding the functionality of the mount and providing solutions for scenarios where Polaris may not be visible.

What's Included:

✓ Vixen Compact Mount AP Photoguider

✓ Star Book One Set

✓ Polar Alignment Scope

✓ Dovetail Slide Bar

✓ AP Photoguider Accessory Shoe

✓ Counterweight Bar 

✓ Counterweight 1kg.

✓ Vixen Electronic Parts: Limited 1 Year Warranty

✓ Vixen Mechanical Parts: Limited 2 Year Warranty

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