Milky Way Motion Timelapse Zeapon

[@paultutton9443]

Love that hay elevator at 14:40 Richard with the rising MW core 👏👏

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Yes it's a beauty isn't it Paul.

[@amitdutta8768]

The Milky Way timelapse with the.moving camera ha created a wonderful effect. Thank you so much for sharing it. 😀

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

I'm very pleased you enjoyed it Amit.

[@andrewmason8691]

Wow. I travel from Sydney to Daylesford to visit family a few times, so I know how beautiful it is down there.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks for watching Andrew. Yes it is beautiful for sure.

[@83jbbentley]

Beautfil work Richard

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks so much for watching Josh

[@spenceford4299]

Thanks again Richard

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

You're very welcome Spence. Thanks for watching.

[@eanderson1956]

Really enjoy your videos. You provide excellent information for beginners like myself.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks heaps for watching Eric. Appreciate your support.

[@brucemullis479]

Watched this video three times tonight. May use my skyguider to do some. Gave me some ideas that I don't think have been done before.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Good on you Bruce. Ideas are always good to experiment with.

[@mountainblue-miniatures1797]

I bought the 800 mm Zeapon some time ago and have totally under-used it. This video provides me with some motivation to get out there and try it at night. Thanks Richard.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

It seems like a pretty decent slider. .but I guess time will tell. Thanks for watching.

[@sidekickbob7227]

Cool timlapse. Enjoyed the rabbit jumping by.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Haha, well I was wondering if anyone would notice the rabbit. Did you see all the starlink satellites near the end of the Jaguar timelapse ..???

[@sidekickbob7227]

@@nightscapeimages.richard I saw satelites, but I didn't realise it was starlink..

[@IzzyAbuleelaPhotography]

I am always in awe of your work Richard, top drawer once again, loved every second 🙏🙏🙏

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

You're a very kind man Izzy, thanks so much mate.

[@IzzyAbuleelaPhotography]

@@nightscapeimages.richard praise where praise is due, I always say what I see (even if it gets me in trouble 🤣🤣🤣) keep safe 🙏🙏🙏

[@akkarparkiamopas3401]

Very nice timelapse . I was feeling peacful while watching the movement of stars with the nice lighting .

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Yes that's the exact feeling I get watching these time lapses. Appreciate your comments.

[@brianhenno4744]

Wow Richard, thanks for your time fantastic 👍👍👍

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thank you very much for looking Brian

[@bobtaylor5235]

Thanks Richard, I'm just waiting for some clear skies so I can try this with my "Move Shoot Move" rotator/tracker.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Fantastic Bob, I'll be keen to see what you can get.

[@brian-lexiluproductions]

Very cool!

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks for watching Brian

[@harmonywithin2542]

Awesome Timelapse clips. Thank you for sharing your thought processes and the how-tos 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

You're very welcome. Thanks for watching.

[@samkruijver]

Awesome stuff again Richard. Every time I see your content it makes me want to grab my gear and head out and start shooting.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Well I'm really pleased to hear that Sam, thanks for watching mate.

[@waynegarmonphotography]

The shot with the car is awesome!

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks so much Wayne. Yes I was really pleased with that one as well.

[@matglenday5428]

Absolutely fantastic video Richard and as you asked I believe the flowering vine you are referring to is a Bignonia capreolata (Cross-vine/Trumpet Flower)

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thank you so much Mat. I knew a few people would be able to identify it . .I love the flowers anyway.

[@johnbrennen1776]

Very good indeed!! I love how the out of focus stars display their spectral (temp.) colours

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks a lot John. Yes I love that characteristic also.

[@robinleow185]

What more can I say. Brilliant Richard, brilliant!!!

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

I'm very pleased you enjoyed it Robin, thanks so much.

[@robinleow185]

@@nightscapeimages.richard ❤

[@carlreid4161]

The motion time lapses were great Richard d a really good watch mate.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks heaps for checking it out Carl, appreciate it.

[@simonharding5696]

Superb video, as always. I've always wanted to try a nightscape timeless but believed it would be tricky. As with all your content, this has given me the inspiration and motivation to have a go! Thanks, Richard.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

I'm really pleased to hear that Simon, thanks again for looking.

[@shupingyin8082]

Absolutely amazing and beautiful 😍

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks so much for watching.

[@pearcem66]

The extra movement really gave the images a three dimensional quality. Absolutely loved them Richard.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Yes they become animated and take on a whole new appearance Mark. Thanks for watching.

[@evgeni2306]

I love timelapses, I love yours. And the flower one.... magical

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thank you so much for watching.

[@brucemullis479]

Very interested in trying this. There are more insects visiting those trumpet vines than I would of thought at night. Great video as always 👍

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Those bugs are quite amazing Bruce, I didn't notice them at all when there live at night.

[@laurentiudinca9606]

Loved the light on those subjects. Wish I could find random, old, awesome stuff like that in the field.

[@Warrior_Resisting_Colonialism]

Well, if you can't find them, add them! :) Go to antique shops and have a ball.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks for watching Laurentiu. Even an old fence post will do ... they are all around the place.

[@tomdriftwood3674]

Excellent Video again, I very much like the timelapses with the slider! Thank you very much for sharing.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

I'm really pleased you enjoyed it my friend, thank you.

[@lactech27]

This is one of my most favorite video about timelapse with slider. I have a slider and didnt try it yet..but I will after watch this video and of course ..tell about your channel to some photographers friends again. Thank you!!

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks very much for watching Luis, always appreciate your comments.

[@adammacsween3230]

Richard you are an incredible talent. Absolutely blows my mind every time I watch one of your videos. Thanks for your time and efforts.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

That's very kind of you to say Adam. Thanks so much for your support.

[@jeffholmes1362]

Thanks for sharing Richard, how can you go wrong with old machinery and the Milky Way, just beautiful. Love the low lighting setup, it just brings the foreground to life.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks so much Jeff. Yes I totally agree .. it's always about how we add light to these subjects.

[@tony_r_pierce]

Terrific results and nice tutorial Richard. Looks like fun.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

It was a lot of fun shooting these Tony. Appreciate your comments.

[@Wendy-cf5tv]

Beautiful captures and appreciate your knowledge and lessons!

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

I very much appreciate you watching Wendy

[@paultrunfull3324]

Richard another awesome vid, love it love it just love it. Great use of the slider/camera lens combo.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks very much for watching Paul, always appreciate your support my friend.

[@malcolmhare3741]

Great as ever, shows that even a simple flower can make a great timelapse...It has given me more impetus to do more of these type of shots. Cheers Rich

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks for watching Malcolm. Yes even very simple things can be so wonderful at night.

[@AstroHBF]

They were absolutely stunning! Great vid

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks a lot for checking it out mate.

[@jiffijoff9780]

Thank you so much for those four indepth setups and the explanation. Just wonderful results you got there. This timelapse theme is a huge extension to your already mastered multi-image static nightscape photography. Can't wait to see more. Thanks again for sharing ❤️👍

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks a lot for watching again my friend. I love timelapse but of course it is very time confusing. Still, I will continue experimenting.

[@pskourides]

Mesmerising - Richard - amazing work, thank you so much for these videos...Just Brilliant!!!

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks so much for watching Phil, very much appreciated.

[@geoffsharpe6456]

Motion time lapse has always appealed to me as do all four of these sequences with a great result in all of the clips Richard. Good to see the cottage in daylight for a change and some clear skies too.😁👌👍

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks a lot Geoff. Yes I'm the same with time lapse. It takes a lot of effort to capture and process but the results speak for themselves. I'll be doing plenty more this year. I have some other gear to work through as well. We've generally had lots of fine weather this year . .we missed most of your horrific weather.

[@nickholt8104]

Great video Richard, I look forward to the day when I can go out and be totally confident in what Im doing and what the results should look like, I tried the sky replacement method the other day on my images from last weekend and I was just about to call my wife in to have a look….and we had a power cut😂😂😂I’ll try again this weekend

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks for looking Nick. It takes time for sure. In fact next weeks video may be helpful to understand the learning process a bit more.

[@1234clarknj]

Can I upvote more than once???😢 Outstanding presentation and explanation. Great videos Richard. I’m disappointed I live near an airport wheee there is a lot of light pollution so will have to plan a trip. Awesome stuff!!!!! Thank you.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks so much for your support. It's always good to go on a road trip to find clear and dark skies.

[@steveroddy2591]

I loved that Richard.👍🏻

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

I really appreciate you tuning in Steve, thanks so much.

[@Yipmanhands]

Very cool Richard, loved that still subject and the passing of time around it feeling, particularly the hay rake. Well done.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks a lot my friend, always appreciated.

[@dilus13]

Gear, skill and probably more importantly, imagination. Beautiful Timelapse Richard 👌 you set the bar so high with Astrophotography it’s impressive to watch your work 👍

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

You are very kind indeed my friend, thanks so much for your comments.

[@samimqazi4270]

omg that milkway shot with car ...FIREEEEEEE ............... u got urself a new subscriber

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks so much for watching Samim.

[@alpharho_photo]

Outstanding, Richard! I thoroughly enjoyed the time lapses and the video itself. Thank you for sharing your techniques and enthusiasm. It is truly inspiring.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

You're very welcome Luis, I appreciate you watching.

[@dhg1960]

Great video Richard, once again something new. I had to laugh at about 13:00 when you described turning that rusty old jumk into a work of art - my first thought, does he do portraights ! The timelapses turned out really well plus you gave some good ideas.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks for watching again David. Creating work of art out of junk is my specialty ... it's everywhere ..!!!!

[@bradtuckerman388]

Stunning work mate they all look awesome.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks so much Brad, always appreciated mate.

[@dennisblack4444]

Awesome video Richard as always love the timelapses 👌

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Many thanks indeed Dennis. Appreciate your comments.

[@shaunmaddox]

Cool shots!

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks shaun

[@PentaxLife]

Outstanding Richard As usual love it

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks for tuning in again Jeff, really appreciate it.

[@treeman3663]

Again great video

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

As always I appreciate you watching Tree Man, thanks a lot.

[@PereaPhotography]

Wow Richard these are absolutely fantastic. I’ve been wanting the genie slider and you may have pushed me into buying one after this video! Man I’m making a goal this summer to get more Milky Way and storm timelapses. Thanks again for the inspiration and keep up the amazing work my friend!

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks so much Mike. I've always loved timelapse and it's one of those things that requires time and patience .. but the results are always worth it.

[@peterviragphoto]

Amazing motion timelapses Richard, they all looked awesome!😀😍😍 Feel suoer chilled now, so thanks for that!😌😴😴😜

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks a lot for watching Peter. Did you notice the bugs crawling all over the flowers at night .. ??? I thought you'd appreciate that detail.

[@peterviragphoto]

@@nightscapeimages.richard yes, they were all over them, could spot them easily, especially on the right side😀

[@bienenhonig2105]

Great Video once again Richard Greetings

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Many thanks indeed, appreciate you watching my friend.

[@duncanmeechan5694]

WOW Richard, just WOW! This was so enjoyable and a fantastic insight into how you go about making these Timelapses. The flower shoot was beautiful, the others were too. Thank you for sharing this with us 😁👍

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks so much for your kind words Duncan. It means a lot.

[@danwaller4009]

You are honestly so inspiring. It is such a shame my area (UK) lacks dark skies. One day I will travel to Australia and join one of your workshops! Thanks Richard for being so passionate! Dan

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks for taking the time to look Dan. I reckon you could still get some good results with this stuff. Just concentrate on the foregrounds.

[@miloradkaravidin8818]

Absolutely gorgeous!!!!!

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thank you for your kind words as always Milorad.

[@miloradkaravidin8818]

@@nightscapeimages.richard You are welcome. And thank you for sharing magic with us.

[@andreaboyle9435]

Oh, your videos are always so inspiring! I've been interested in learning timelapse, so I will look into the Zeapon system. As for that flower, it looks like either a trumpet vine or a crossvine. I have several crossvines in our backyard and they are stunning when they bloom.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks as always for your great support Andrea. I appreciate your comments.

[@juliehawken3128]

Oh wow Richard! They look amazing! Love that slider. Might have to investigate. And the idea of a camera turning your timelapse into a video in camera has got me thinking. Hmmm.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

I'm glad you're thinking Jules ... it's a beautiful way to bring our photos alive that's for sure .. but it can be time consuming ..!!!

[@misterpogiako]

beautiful

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thank you for watching.

[@TheOnlyGuess]

Your videos are very amazing full of useful ideas. Thank you

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks so much for watching my friend.

[@johnl4469]

G'day Richard. The hay elevator is the shot that appealed most for me :). All great work though. Thanks mate, keep safe.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks so much John. Yes they all have their own unique attraction. Appreciate your comments as always.

[@adrianalfordphotography]

Amazing work Richard, those rime lapses looked fantastic. Thanks for sharing the behind the scenes and technical expertise mate, well done 👍🙏

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks heaps for taking a look Adrian. Always appreciate your support mate.

[@philips3066]

Those two nights in between courses were really cracking, Richard. I had great skies at Cairn Curran and Smeaton. Loved the video, thank you.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks for tuning in Philip. I love Cairn Curran as you know . .glad you got to explore a bit.

[@antipodesastro667]

Fantastic video Richard! Absolutely loved the results! 🤩

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

I really appreciate that Lisa, thank you.

[@arthurgao2108]

Amazing

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks so much for watching Arthur.

[@Interbeing_CDN]

Very impressive Richard! You have got me wanting to get a slider now, lol!

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks a lot Todd. Sliders can be quite expensive . .but they don't really need to be.

[@donhuff3795]

Great timelapses, Richard. Thanks for sharing your expertise and images.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks so much for watching Don

[@danestead84]

Really awesome time-lapse btw

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks heaps

[@Хоббиромантика]

Первый просмотр и первый лайк!!! Ждал твоего выпуска!!!!!! Шикарно !!!!!! Творчество 🧑‍🎨 на высшем уровне!!!!!!

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thank you as always for your great support my friend.

[@adrianpicado7435]

Great video Richard, I really enjoyed how creative you become with the second shot and that 35mm lens. Keep up the great work ;)

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

You're very welcome Adrian. Thanks so much for watching.

[@pengiethebird]

I've had a Manfrotto 055 of one variety or another for 30+ years and had the same frustration with being able to use the low height settings that the legs allow for but the centre column does not. Last week I finally implemented the solution that I came up with years ago but couldn't bring myself to do. I took a hacksaw and cut the centre column to about 6 inches. No problems, no regrets.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Haha, yes I've done that in the past as well . .Great work ..!!!

[@chetandoshi7053]

Stunning as always mate, u r an ace

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

You're very kind as always Chetan.

[@Westlake]

Amazing Richard! Inspires me to get my gear out! Always enjoy your videos and your channel!

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

I'm really pleased to hear that Westlake, thanks for watching.

[@astrolapse1668]

Top draw again Richard

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks for your kind words AstroLapse.

[@mohammadel-mohammadi5666]

Richard, my favorite astrophotographer on KZbin! Astonishing work, sir! Ps. I noticed that the skies of Australia are magnificent for astrophotography. You are blessed to be Australian shooting under its skies, Richard!

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks so much Mohammad. Yes Australia is a beautiful place to live.

[@Media-Piter]

Thanks from Russia! Great work!

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

You're very welcome my friend.

[@three-phase562]

Those time lapse videos came out great, I particularly liked the one of the old jag. Never heard of Zeapon before, equipment looks well made and sounds like the support is there for problems.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks a lot Three-phase. They've been around for a while. I love the old Jag as well.

[@MnigTv]

I just watched the movie with bated breath for the third time. I am totally delighted with your timelapses. I wish I could make a timelapse as attractive as yours. I will be happy to look forward to the next ones. Greetings!

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

You're very kind indeed Lukasz. Thanks for your support.

[@heilandgunner]

Great video, Richard. For stabilising the slider, Smallrig sell short 'Magic Arms', sometimes with the clamp. I find these perfect with my slider, if I want it at low level. I'm in the UK, so not sure if they're available in your neck of the woods. However, Neewer also sell similar ones, right down to 6 inches. Just search on Amazon and you'll see them.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks a lot Andrew. Yes I do have a few magic arms. The biggest problem with these sliders is that they incorporated a ball on the end of those rods to attach to the slider. I wish it was a 1/4" thread like everything else.

[@heilandgunner]

That's a bugger. It's horrible when companies tie customers in to proprietary solutions. I hadn't spotted that. Maybe a little DIY with a drill and 1/4" tap?.. 🙂

[@98vwgolf]

the venus optics 15mm is a beast!

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Like a lot of third party lenses . .if you get a good copy. Mine has a few issues but it's good for time lapse. Thanks for watching.

[@christophercirrincione4320]

Richard - great video as always. So the flower is Campsis radicans, common name trumpet creeper, a deciduous vine native to the eastern USA.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Well there you go. Thanks for that Christopher . .I knew someone would know.

[@nightscapejournals]

Great video, Richard, and beautiful timelapses. For those that don’t have a dedicated rotator, you can repurpose a star tracker (just adjusting the latitude to suit) to get similar results. The models with multiple speed settings, such as the Star Adventurer, can give quite pleasing results, although not as controllable as a dedicated rotator I imagine. Looking forward to doing some more timelapses this season!!

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks a lot Paul. Yes it's amazing what you can use to get a bit of movement.

[@Zealor365]

Nicely Done...Bravo!

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks for stopping by and taking a look Mark, appreciate it.

[@johnrutterphotography]

World class mate, 👏 so crisp and smooth, definitely gives me inspiration to play with timelapse.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks heaps for that John. While you're shooting those massive panos you could have another camera doing timelapse mate ..!!! You're already spending the time out there.

[@ADILSONMARQUES1943]

Muito bom Richard, sempre passando seus conhecimentos e técnicas, abraço.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks so much my friend.

[@yashdixit6126]

I really like your videos, made me subscribe. Thank you for the videos and the help!

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thank you so much for watching my friend. I really appreciate your support.

[@MSACoachMike]

The centre column of the Manfrotto #055 tripod centre column is two pieces. An Allen Key fits in the middle of the column and loosens the expanding piece and the bottom of the column can be pulled off. I’ve removed mine for the same reason. I’ve even made my own stubby column so I can get the whole centre column out of the way.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks a lot Mike. Yes you are correct .. I just didn't have the right tools on hand to change it.

[@MSACoachMike]

@@nightscapeimages.richard Great thing about an Allen Key is that it takes up no space in the camera bag. Hopefully, an old one from IKEA that's laying around will do the trick. No cost if you lose it.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

@@MSACoachMike Yes I'll chase one up.

[@GMC43]

Just incredible 🔥 love this kind of time-lapse be interested in seeing the whole editing process one day.. thanks for the tips as always

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

You're very welcome Gavin. Thanks for tuning in.

[@berthaduniverse]

Good morning Richard, great idea for a review. As to the leveling issue, I've done quite a bit of TLing, and the trick for me (usually) is two smaller tripods. It's faster and more adaptable. Don't forget to keep those tripod legs out of the shot with those 12 & 15mm Laowa lenses. Also, lots of need for anchors and hold down weights and a good cheap carpenters level helps "heaps" too...

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

All really good advice Paul. I'm working on a solution for the Zeapon as we speak. It doesn't have any 1/4 threads on the ends of the track . .So I have to improvise.

[@peterkennington1043]

I appreciate the imagination that you have used to generate these timelapses. I know you like the bokeh images but I find those taken with the Laowa more interesting ( as someone who doesn't get to see the MW core that much) I have noticed that my Olympus EM5 mkiii which I have just started using also makes in camera movies from time lapse images at Full HD, HD and 4K, so something to explore in the future. Thanks for the insight Richard, interesting as always

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks again for watching and commenting Peter, I always appreciate your insights.

[@jffro]

Simply amazing results Richard👍 love the high res results (especially the out of camera mp4)….ur vids really make me think I should jump ship from Canon to Nikon or Sony ;)

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks for watching. All the camera brands are good. It all comes down to using them creatively.

[@martintaylor3167]

Fantastic video and wonderful shots Richard. I'd certainly be interested in a review of the Zeapon kit if you do one, it could be something I'd be interested in getting if I can find enough user experiences to see if it's reliable, etc. Thanks!!

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks a lot Martin. I guess reliability is something I'm waiting to see long term .. it's ok at this stage.

[@kennyle8640]

Wonderful video. I tried to do an astrophotography timelapse about a year or so ago. It was the first evening that Joshua Tree National Park was re-opened after being shut for a period of time during the pandemic. I used a Moza gimbal along with a Z7 with Sigma 14mm f/1.8 lens (via an adapter since the lens was an f-mount) which is a heavy combination. Unfortunately, it was also the windiest night I've experienced in a long time. It turned out pretty good, but you could see some unevenness in the panning due to the wind. Kind of a shame since it's a 2.5 hour drive (assuming there's no traffic) from where I live in Los Angeles county to the Mojave desert.

[@Warrior_Resisting_Colonialism]

2.5 hours is nothing. Grab a tent and get back there! What are you waiting for? Yeah, it's windy there alright! I pitched a tent outside the park on the BLM land where it's free, just outside the park before. Nice, free camping though. Get back and retry! :)

[@kennyle8640]

@@Warrior_Resisting_Colonialism I completely agree. I'm just waiting until it gets a little bit warmer in the high desert. Joshua Tree is usually my backup since it's the closest National Park to me. When I want to enjoy the night beyond just astdrophotography, I make my way out to Death Valley National Park or the Alabama Hills in the Inyo National Forest. If I really want to treat myself, I go to Yosemite National Park, but that's a whole big thing especially since they're closing parts of it this year for infrastructure improvements.

[@Warrior_Resisting_Colonialism]

@@kennyle8640 I've been to all those, as well as the Channel Islands! FUN! Also don't forget another one nearby you; Pinnacles National Park. That's a dark sky park too!

[@kennyle8640]

@@Warrior_Resisting_Colonialism Thanks for the suggestion. I get seasick easily so I'll skip Channel Islands, but Pinnacles is definitely on my list.

[@Warrior_Resisting_Colonialism]

@@kennyle8640 Oh no. You HAVE to go at least once! Just plan a trip and take a tent and stay a couple nights. The major expense is the boat ride, so make it count. Just take some pills to help with the sea sickness is all and you'll be fine. You've got to go! They have small foxes over there that come right up to you.

[@derekrowanphotographics]

I think your on a winner with Zeapon Richard. With reliability, reasonable priced with the additional after-sale service compared to Edelkrone’, often the simplest things are best. It’ll be nice to see how good Zeapon system works with the Timelapes View plus ?

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks for watching Derek. To be honest I haven't used the Timelapse + View for over a year now. The internal intervalometer in the Nikon Z6ii has pretty much replaced the need for it.

[@derekrowanphotographics]

@@nightscapeimages.richard The Z series must very flexible Peice of equipment incorporating very useful additional features especially render a 4k timelapes in camera. I’m still in the dark ages with a D850, If your not using & want to sell your Timelapse plus, I’ll be very happy to be its new owner 🤩

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

@@derekrowanphotographics Haha, well I may just need it at some stage, but I'll keep you in mind Derek.

[@AstroRoad]

Amazing sequences there Richard. That slider looks really interesting, really love the tools that are available to us these days at a fraction of the cost they have been. They have historically always been let down by software, so great news to hear that is improving. Love those Ulanzi lights, I have a bag full of them 👍.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks Dominic. Yes e have a great abundance of tools now to help. I'll be doing more with the Genie linear as well moving forward. I like the all in one solution of this one though. They each have their strengths and weaknesses.

[@dw.in.michigan]

My brother and I thought passively about a motorized sliding mount after seeing Alyn Wallace review the Edelkrone, but the cost is so prohibitive. Good to know there's a reliable alternative out there.

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Yes I bought into the Edelkrone system thanks to Alyn's video, but I'll be selling all that gear now.

[@Xrainox]

Fantastico!👏👏👏

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks so much

[@kevinhancock761]

Fantastic video, I've always wondered about using sliders. The final results were awesome. I'm not sure what the flower is but Google lens might help with identifying it

[@nightscapeimages.richard]

Thanks a lot Kevin. I'm sure someone out there will know what it is.