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@leonelpadron56264 жыл бұрын
1:36 from my experience (southern hemisphere) mounting the MSM on a ball head is perfectly fine but if you are looking for pin-point visual alignment through a polar scope, I'd recommend an EQ wedge, it's much easier to tilt and pan the wedge when aligning the unit
@TwoHandUke6 жыл бұрын
Thanks Alyn and it looks great for portability. What about a video specifically on using star trackers and the kind of shots you can get. A bit of a tutorial and showcase.
@AlynWallace6 жыл бұрын
TwoHandUke yup tracking vs stacking etc is on the list of upcoming vids for sure
@Wheeljack6784 жыл бұрын
Code still works. Got mine a couple of weeks ago. Really is a great little thing for your smaller, wide-angle lenses.
@gabewrsewell6 жыл бұрын
That's a cool little unit. I don't know how exact the laser is lined up with the mount's axis of rotation, but if you want a good alignment then just remember that Polaris is actually 2/3 of a degree off from the northern celestial pole. Interestingly, if you draw a straight line from Polaris to Kochab, the bright orange star at the end of the handle of the little dipper, the NCP actually lies on that line. So if you point the laser about 1.5 moon widths off from Polaris towards Kochab, you should be getting better alignment.
@AlynWallace6 жыл бұрын
Yup there's always going to be some inaccuracy but for use with wide angle lenses it's great, quick and easy! Great advice on the alignment I shall try that next time I'm out thanks
@mjallenuk6 жыл бұрын
Cracking review... honestly if the company don't hit you up for some help in designing the next version they're obviously not fully awake!
@timscanlanphotography6 жыл бұрын
Hi Alyn. WOW !! Looks the dog's danglies. On my Christmas card list. Perfect for old gits like me - light and easy to use. Now if only we had some clear skies forecast in Wales..... Thanks for uploading this review so quickly.
@AlynWallace6 жыл бұрын
Tim Scanlan yeah nice little unit just what ive been waiting for. Im still workig on the cloud hoover sorry 😜
@timscanlanphotography6 жыл бұрын
LMAO - nice one !!
@milkman1000016 жыл бұрын
just bought one after watching your review .im a bit like you ,cant be bothered with all of the hassle with the other units.just want to point and shoot.im hoping its as good as you make out. thanks for the review..
@multigabby25 жыл бұрын
Hi Dean did the laser come with the unit ? I've looked at the listing theres no mention of it , cheers Gabby
@milkman1000015 жыл бұрын
@@multigabby2 yer mate.thanks. really good device.only being able to use it once at present.the weather's being rubbish and ive been busy with wotk.but it works really good.wasnt too sure if just point the lazer at a star that it would work without blur.but i manahed a 2m exposure with great results.looking forward to getting out over the xmas period. Cheers again pal..
@multigabby25 жыл бұрын
@@milkman100001 Cheers appreciate reply, hope all your nights are clear.
@neletg5 жыл бұрын
Please, share here your experience. I'm thinking to buy one unit too.
@LordArioh5 жыл бұрын
Aliens living at Polaris in 430 years : "wtf?? are they shooting us?"
@LordArioh5 жыл бұрын
@Walter White It means in Polaris system. If there are any planets at all.
@mikeries85494 жыл бұрын
@Walter White Perhaps "stars" are living creatures that are alive and aware. Prove me wrong. ;)
@ericajeanpulot33164 жыл бұрын
Is it good to be attached on an f60700 telescope?
@blackpanda76124 жыл бұрын
🤣🤣
@edcelp30105 жыл бұрын
I appriciate you a lot Alyn, and I would love to see more photos you took using this tracker.
@jonkirkwood4692 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Alyn. I'm new to your KZbin channel after a friend recommended you. I like the straightforward review and information. I'll be watching many more. God bless.
@AlexChirila5 жыл бұрын
Portable? Sure. But as awkward shaped the wedge mount is, I belive it's essential if you want fine adjustments for perfect polar alignment
@jakelindsay62514 жыл бұрын
They make a polar scope you can purchase to use with the mount as well. The laser is great for Ultra Wide Angle and getting a good start.
@SuperRealityKid3 жыл бұрын
Hello Alyn. I 've only just found the joy of making time lapse videos of sunrises, moonrises and sunsets with my GoPro 9 and the films are particularly thrilling when there are various cloud formations interacting. However, I'm new to astro filming and I wonder if the plane of the camera is aligned with Polaris and the subject is the Moon, will I be able to track it from moonrise to moonset? It's probably a dumb question as I can see the Moon has its own orbit that won't coincide with the star background but wonder if you've tried this? Cheers, James.
@williemacdonald726 жыл бұрын
Cheers for that, been waiting for this video so I can weigh up the options of what tracker to get. I have to say the polar alignment looks easier than on other trackers. Now to the Googlemobile!!!!!
@AlynWallace6 жыл бұрын
williemacdonald72 yup its a breeze. Theres a link in the video description for more info
@williemacdonald726 жыл бұрын
After much humming and hawing I opted for the Star Adventurer Mini, just feel it will give me more flexibility and control when shooting timelapses and although it looks like more work for the polar alignment it should be more precise. Now looking forward to getting away in the motorhome in a couple of weeks to play with my new toy. Hoping for clear skies, dark skies and bright aurora. Cheers for the heads up anyhoo.
@andrewlewis50656 жыл бұрын
Nice one alyn , that is so much smaller than the star adventurer ,which i carted around la palma . Gonna get one of these for sure . Cheers
@AlynWallace6 жыл бұрын
andrew lewis yup packs in the bag nicely
@emrekara40325 жыл бұрын
I wish i could get this stuff. I love it. Easy to use and portable! Unfort... im living in Turkey and hard to find/get this . Maybe one day. Btw, hi from Turkey :)
@phillipgeorge87536 жыл бұрын
Great video looks like a good bit of kit I'll have to have a go of it
@HansensUniverseT-A6 жыл бұрын
This is illegal in Norway since it comes with a high powered laser, only class 1 up to class 2m is allowed here, frankly the fact that it comes with a laser is a bad, people could easily get in trouble for that, I suggest anyone using this to get a cheap polar scope, but again its Chinese so.
@AlynWallace6 жыл бұрын
HansensUniverse ah man that sucks. Yes anything can be bad in the wrong hands but i like to think the astro community are aware of the dangers and responsibility that comes wth lasers
@HansensUniverseT-A6 жыл бұрын
I filed an application to the local authorities about using a class 2 laser for AP, the answer was a blank no, it's considered hazardous use of lasers here, sure i could take a chance and get caught, but it's so easy to spot someone with a laser, and people get on their high horses about it, i do wish they included a cheap polar scope or something like that, i just hope people are aware of the restrictions with lasers.
@anjak40045 жыл бұрын
@@HansensUniverseT-A Hey now also available with polar scope
@HansensUniverseT-A5 жыл бұрын
@@anjak4004 Good, i originally wanted to use a laser to assist lining up my shots for stitching together a big Mosaic, using the viewfinder isn't a viable solution.
@DanteBellin5 жыл бұрын
Great review!! Instantly ordered! Thanks mate! Can't wait to try it out!
@iconjen5 жыл бұрын
how'd it go?
@richardhurst19696 жыл бұрын
Looks great. Love my Skyguider pro but set up is a real pain and if you then want to move locations of compositions then your put off because of all the hassle. Will try this definitely
@AlynWallace6 жыл бұрын
Richard Hurst yup im coming from the same boat
@solarsynapse4 жыл бұрын
Is there a way a device like this could be used to track and photograph a solar eclipse? With the extra mount, it is about as big as the other units that already have a mount.
@ljrouse5 жыл бұрын
Hi Alyn, Great video, I’m super excited I’ve just ordered my msm kit, thank you for offering the promo 5% discount. Keep up the awesome work mate. Lee
@niccoc16035 жыл бұрын
I got this unit today. When I put it on "Star" mode i hear a very distinct "tic-tic" noise. By opening it I can see the gear is not moving smoothly but inconsistent steps. I assume this is not the way it is supposed to work?
@AlynWallace5 жыл бұрын
Its a stepper motor it's how they work. It may come as a surprise but that they provide a much more precise rotation (as well as long life, high efficiency and no maintenance). The steps should be very consistent however, rotating 0.125 degrees ever 0.5 seconds. As it is such a small distance in a short period of time, the resulting motion is practically smooth.
@skymakai14865 жыл бұрын
Looking up 'stepper motor' video on KZbin is super enlightening! kzbin.info/www/bejne/m6rUqH-fpNyNn7c
@niccoc16035 жыл бұрын
@@AlynWallace I took a video of the motor, it looks not consistent at all drive.google.com/open?id=17dq6eyVcCGDk3n5jrOqwhEeXWwqMuYLI
@robwazny94164 жыл бұрын
What about vixen Polarie trackers. Seems like they are modular been interested in them for some time.
@alenk7385 жыл бұрын
The answer to the question in the title is, no. This is not the most portable tracker ever. The Nano Tracker is lighter and smaller. The Minitrack LX2 is a bit lighter but larger, although its form factor is still very portable in a camera bag, and uniquely it requires no power. Technically, the most portable tracker of all is the Astrotracer feature built in to Pentax K-3II and K-1 DSLRs. Next most portable would be a compatible Pentax camera that requires the O-GPS1 accessory to get the Astrotracer function. That accessory is much smaller and lighter than any external tracker. Okay, Astrotracer only works with certain cameras but universality was not a stipulated condition. (Btw, Astrotracer is not a gimmick - it works.)
@haroldland46205 жыл бұрын
yes on the pentax goodies built in :)
@deckle4 жыл бұрын
Does anyone know if this can be used for Deep Space Objects?
@SDsc0rch3 жыл бұрын
this is only good to a point if you want to do it "right" (ie.. the traditional way) you're going to go whole hog into astronomy tripod - mount - OTA - imaging system - star tracker....... that's just the start start saving up - its not a cheap hobby : )
@ant_hart6 жыл бұрын
Nice handy bit of kit that mate! Congrats on breaking the 10k too!! 😁😁
@AlynWallace6 жыл бұрын
Cheers pal!
@mattcero12 жыл бұрын
I have one on CL I think I'm going to score based on your favorable comments. Does it take batteries or USB power? TY
@chriscork88574 жыл бұрын
Just ordered with the discount code. Ta!
@dannyli94243 жыл бұрын
I saw you are not using the wedge but just a regular ballhead, how do you make sure your tracker is level? with the star-Adventure, yo carefully level your wedge and then sail in your latitude setting but I don't see you doing it with this Move-Shoot-Move.
@quartzimaging3 жыл бұрын
Any thoughts on MSM vs Vixen Polarie? It seems they are the natural competitors in small sized trackers.
@jbrisby3 жыл бұрын
How can you use a green laser to aim at Polaris? It's not like there's a green dot that bounces off the sky...
@bnies735 жыл бұрын
Have you tried to shoot a long term sky timelapse, horizontal panning with 1/2 star speed? Mine stops after five hours, even while powered by an external powerbank. After pressiing the N/S button twice it continues rotating.
@multigabby25 жыл бұрын
Just ordered one Al 10% off today and free shipping £160 which includes the laser............
@AlynWallace5 жыл бұрын
Did you use the 5% discount code too?
@multigabby25 жыл бұрын
@@AlynWallace Hi it automatically set the 10% code in the voucher box, i didn't think it would allow for 2, there listing is now quite clear, the laser is not included with the tracker it has to be ordered separately. hopefully will be here by Xmas and it stops bloody raining in Wales..........
@sandy2004685 жыл бұрын
Hello Alyn, thanks for the review. I have an issue with this device which I am hoping you may have a solution. I want to take tracked and stacked images. After I take a first tracked image, how would you come back to the home position to take the second image. The rotation base is powered (that is it moves only under power and in one direction only). In my view doing this alignment by moving the ballhead by guesswork would lead to huge alignment issues when stacking your tracked images.
@doros9.24 жыл бұрын
Hi, Alyn. Have you ever used the Vixen Polarie? If yes, what’s your experience with it? Thank you.
@altonmarsh5 жыл бұрын
I assume I can’t place objects in the foreground because they will blur during movement?
@paulinoaz4 жыл бұрын
Was just about to buy this and then you mentioned that you do not recommend it with telephoto lenses and that is what I would want to use on it the most. A 70-200mm and 150-600mm as well. Do you not suggest it for telephoto lenses because they are too heavy or for another reason? Maybe to iOpton Skytracker Pro is better with telephoto lenses?
@AlynWallace4 жыл бұрын
The payload is too large. If you want to use a 150-600mm I suggest you look at the Sky Watcher Star Adventurer or iOptron Sky Guider Pro
@gm0103795 жыл бұрын
THANKYOU
@jasmijnarielАй бұрын
2:35 veeeeery illegal in the european countries here😂 Police is on your ass in 10min... for real
@ahamillphotography6 жыл бұрын
As someone who has just bought the Skywatcher a couple of months back, I must admit I was watching the early part of this video thinking "Arrrrggghhhh!" But when you said it didn't really suit zoom lens work, I was thinking "Phew!"
@AlynWallace6 жыл бұрын
Yeah, but I think I'll now sell my iOptron and get something more significant like an EQ5. Put the moon bazooka to new use :D
@terrybrooks3956 жыл бұрын
HEQ5 not the EQ ;)
@firsh5 жыл бұрын
Would airlines tolerate the laser in the carry-on? Maybe not. But the scope is cheap on this one, not so much on the Vixen one.
@AlynWallace5 жыл бұрын
You'd have to check with the airline but yeah I doubt it
@gavinswonnell48395 жыл бұрын
Great review! For milky way shots on a 18-35mm lens, how long an exposure could I expect?
@georgecataulin9075 жыл бұрын
Do you still need to level your tripod? Enjoyed the video, quite informative...especially for a newbie like myself.
@AlynWallace5 жыл бұрын
It does help yeah
@scsparcrow3 жыл бұрын
Hi Alyn. What can you tell me about the new Bluetooth version of the Move Shoot Move? It is for sale but don't k ow how it compares to the most recent version. There are pano, mosaic and video modes all setup on a phone app. That's all I can get from the webpage...
@AlynWallace3 жыл бұрын
I don't know much about it I'm afraid. I will enquire but I think they're still a while off
@scsparcrow3 жыл бұрын
@@AlynWallace Wow, thank you for the quick reply. Currently in my cart. Showed up on the website when I clicked a discount code in the email they sent when I signed up for newsletter. Was not on the website initially. Trying to find out more before I click " buy"
@MrMetelhead6 жыл бұрын
Love the concept. How to you go about alignment without a visual of Polaris?
@AlynWallace6 жыл бұрын
You can't, or you guess! Face North and aim 45 degrees up
@LordArioh5 жыл бұрын
I don't even know where is Polaris.. (
@skymakai14866 жыл бұрын
Hi, Alyn. This is pretty exciting, to have such a compact star tracker! I took a look at your affiliate link and it shows the laser included. It is not included on the SIFO website. Are you sure it's included via your link? Also, don't you feel the Star Adventurer Mini (SAM) is so much more capable via the mobile app software?
@AlynWallace6 жыл бұрын
Hi Sky. Yes I'm sure the laser is included :) I use an intervalometer that has all the capabilities of the SAM app. The SAM app drove me crazy, having to connect it etc. and then it uses so much battery of the device itself and the last thing I wanna be doing when out at night is fiddling with my phone.
@skymakai14866 жыл бұрын
I just got the SAM and am considering returning it to get this new one. (should I?) I didn't realize using the SAM intervalometer would kill the battery so fast. It seemed to run fine all night without the intervalometer, but I could see how it might run ½ the night with it. Is it a special intervalometer that you're using; which one? And, do you think you won't use the SAM anymore?
@skymakai14866 жыл бұрын
Also, I'm looking at your website store and there's no option to change shipping options. I'm moving around a lot and need to know the timing of deliveries.
@TomYnysMon4 жыл бұрын
Hi Alyn, was going to purchase one of these using your link. I notice when I use the link you are affiliate 14 but when I go to SHOP NOW it changes to 13 ? are you missing out ?
@charlesowillford24744 жыл бұрын
Alyn, novice question time? How can this be an EQ mount with only ONE gear head turning? Thought that is an ALT-AZ mount? Thought EQ meant 2 simo moving gear heads?
@alandimery33796 жыл бұрын
Nice video. I notice on Amazon it states that this unit is only compatible with Canon, Nikon and Sony but not my Panasonic. Do you know why this is please?
@AlynWallace6 жыл бұрын
Follow the link in the video description which explains everything :)
@gohansan62425 жыл бұрын
Which tripod are you using with the tracking system ?
@PanosGeorgiadis4 жыл бұрын
what if I don't see polaris from my balcony view?
@Die4MeT4L5 жыл бұрын
Hello Alyn, i watch a nice video again :) i have a question for you... if you will make a choice, choice this MSM Sifo (210$)? Or choice SkyWatcher Star Adventurer (281$)? I want buy to MSM bcus your suggestion. But want your real opinion to.
@Die4MeT4L5 жыл бұрын
Now i have one of this :) i hope work well. Thnx Alyn you are best!
@zakksheehan95315 жыл бұрын
Hey alyn I have a question about the mount. When you are using it in star tracker mode, do you have to use the hot shoe pc cable? Or can you use it without the cable?
@AlynWallace5 жыл бұрын
The hot shoe cable is for timelapse mode, it detects the sound of the camera shutter so it knows when do move the camera when you are doing a panning timelapse, you don't need it for star tracking
@carlreid41613 жыл бұрын
Are you still using it Alyn as of Nov 2020? I’m interested in buying one the MSM still list you but they have no link, so was wondering if you stand by this tracker. Thanks Buddy 👍
@AlynWallace3 жыл бұрын
Hell yeah it's always in my bag (if I'm not using it!)
@carlreid41613 жыл бұрын
@@AlynWallace ta very much Alyn what focal lengths do you use on it?
@jakobschultz16636 жыл бұрын
That looks almost exactly like my diy tracker :D
@tbhinteractieve4 жыл бұрын
Tutorials or it's fake 😛
@maurinooooo895 жыл бұрын
Does it work well with a fullframe camera? Isn't it too heavy?
@AlynWallace5 жыл бұрын
The payload is 3kg so yeah depending on lens :)
@MrRhythmPimp4 жыл бұрын
Are you aware of the Vixen Polarie Tracker?
@johnwells29085 жыл бұрын
Alyn are you still using this, im looking to get my first tracker for my fuji xt2 with a 12mm or the 18-55mm lenses and these are now on sale?
@AlynWallace5 жыл бұрын
Yup still using it, although the design has been updated since this video. Link to purchase in video description
@johnwells29085 жыл бұрын
@@AlynWallace I've seen they've moved to a button version but both luckily are in the sale
@reemrazzaq97994 жыл бұрын
Will it be good for a DSLR or mirrorless cameras? Thank you.
@AlynWallace4 жыл бұрын
That's exactly what it's for :)
@reemrazzaq97994 жыл бұрын
Alyn Wallace thank you ☺️
@edcelp30105 жыл бұрын
Why I can't find any review about this tracker other than Alyn and Astrophotobear which are affiliated by the company. Anyone who already have this and took shots already or thoughts about this tracker? I need a honest review about this.
@PatrickGuerrisi3 жыл бұрын
Alyn What do you prefer this or the star adventurer?
@AlynWallace3 жыл бұрын
They both serve different purposes so I don't prefer either. The MSM for portability, lightweight, wide-angle work. SA for telephoto astrophotography
@PatrickGuerrisi3 жыл бұрын
@@AlynWallace thanks but can you use the SA for both telephoto and wide angle?
@AlynWallace3 жыл бұрын
@@PatrickGuerrisi of course. It's just not as portable and quick to set up
@PatrickGuerrisi3 жыл бұрын
@@AlynWallace thanks well, I have. Sigma 100-400 telephoto Lens so I have to decide whether just to get the one that can handle both or just the MSM for my wife angles. The telephoto is probably only really worth tracking the moon though. Can't really do planets . Not high enough focal length
@FrankP836 жыл бұрын
Sold out?!?Damn!When will be available again!? :O
@AlynWallace6 жыл бұрын
You can still purchase direct from supplier... www.moveshootmove.com?aff=14
@FrankP836 жыл бұрын
Mercì :)
@paolomainardi23786 жыл бұрын
very interesting ! is it compatible with the Sony A7 III ?
@AlynWallace6 жыл бұрын
Yes. As a star tracker it is compatible with all cameras. As a timelapse head it requires a sound to trigger the movement so it won't work with silent shooting on the A7III but it will work with normal shooting mode
@paolomainardi23786 жыл бұрын
thank you Alyn, so I could use my ony A7 III with the external intervallometer (that I already use) to make time lapes on this SIFO mover, right ? Another question : is it possible to buy the Sifo without the laser pen and the battery ( I already have a pletora of them) , but with just the support of the laser ?
@AlynWallace6 жыл бұрын
Yes you can use your normal intervalometer and create timelapses with the unit. We could certainly arrange it to be supplied without the laser however we can't be sure that your existing laser will fit into the laser mount that attaches to the unit
@paolomainardi23786 жыл бұрын
Thanks Alyn, I have just bought it ... i hope to count on you for the support (just in case...)
@paulsmith82895 жыл бұрын
Won't shining the laser to get polar alignment potentially ruin someone else's long exposure photo?
@AlynWallace5 жыл бұрын
If there's others nearby then yes potentially. Depends how long you take to polar align and how much of an asshole you mind being. You can also now use the unit with a polar scope to avoid this dilemma
@MisterVonnels6 жыл бұрын
Isn't shining lasers into the sky something generally frowned upon by... Most people?
@ashishgajbe30623 жыл бұрын
When I don't have money I plan to buy telescope. But when I have money I spend it foolishly.
@kidpog3d1015 жыл бұрын
wow actually once an astrophotography item that is not a scam and based on equipment and designs of 20 years ago
@lefablabdequoy83014 жыл бұрын
if you are fan of DIY subjects, here the way to build your own portable Astroduino motorized EQ mount: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q4S6h5miirN0o5o
@charlesburks39882 жыл бұрын
It's a barn door tractor. Kinda??
@terrybrooks3956 жыл бұрын
That's not close enough to proper alignment for me (nor many other astrophotographers) as you know, Polaris is not in line with the Earth's axis, that's why the other two units are larger, they allow for proper alignment using the built in polar scopes and more accurate wedges
@AlynWallace6 жыл бұрын
Terry Brooks yup this is definitely for landscape astrophotographers and wide angle shooters. A nice small and lightweight solution when the others are a bit overkill and cumbersome
@terrybrooks3956 жыл бұрын
Yes, the portability for anyone travelling is a huge bonus feature and probably a "must have" for many, I have the original Star Adventurer and it's far too bulky/heavy to take abroad and in truth due to it's cumbersome size it doesn't get used anywhere near as much as it should, especially considering the numerous modes (timelapse etc) it has
@youareslick6 жыл бұрын
@@terrybrooks395 I take my star adventurer abroad, it fits in the hand luggage along with my 6d and 100-400 & 14mm lens. I don't take the counter balance and the tripod goes in the suitcase.
@AykutArgun6 жыл бұрын
Great video! Do you think it should be easily possible to go like 30 seconds with an 85mm? Because then with a 1.4 I can go down to like 1000 ISO and take 10 and stack, should be very clean. Do you think my reasoning makes sense? I have decent experience with Milky Way but none with trackers, but I definitely want to have one!
@AlynWallace6 жыл бұрын
Thanks :) Yes certianly, with some good polar alignment you will get longer than 30 seconds, at least a minute
@AykutArgun6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the reply, I think I'll go ahead with this then, although I am slightly worried about the laser pointer. In some countries, it might be a problem. I am not even sure the customs would let the laser pass at the customs in Sweden :/
@wongelfski46814 жыл бұрын
Not having a polar scope is garbage. That thing is a wobbly pos. Differential flexure from hell
@AlynWallace4 жыл бұрын
You can buy it with a polar scope. And the differential flexure is no more than the iOptron and perfectly suitable for what it's design for
@MartinEW4 ай бұрын
That 2 minute exposure clearly had SO much star trailing.
@Ckbe135 жыл бұрын
He looks like Joseph Seed
@AllahBoinkedMe5 жыл бұрын
With all due respect ... That's a panning head, not a 'star tracker' and only moves the camera across an Azimuth (ie not Right Ascension) which is why the exposure time limit is so low. If it works for what you're doing, then awesome! But a 'star tracker' it is not. Again, with all due respect.
@AlynWallace5 жыл бұрын
When you align the axis of rotation with earth's axis of rotation it becomes an equatorial mount - I can assure you it IS a star tracker
@darthgzuz6 жыл бұрын
no time lapse shot with this????????
@AlynWallace6 жыл бұрын
kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZpCnlIp_rpinkNU
@sandorhobby96102 жыл бұрын
Hello, on 3:18 with a 50mm and 1 Minute: No startrails? ALL stars have startrails - that'a not a good picture
@drubber0075 жыл бұрын
Mine has come with the larger screw on the bottom (to attach to tripod base beneath the head) which appears to be fixed so you can't attach a plate like you've done?!
@AlynWallace5 жыл бұрын
It should be removable. When did you order it?
@drubber0075 жыл бұрын
@@AlynWallace A few weeks ago. I've just discovered a hole on the back side with the smaller thread. The larger one where you screwed the plate in to definitely won't come out, so looks like they've changed the design slightly.
@AlynWallace5 жыл бұрын
@@drubber007 drop us an email with your order number and I'll confirm if the large thread is removable, it should be, and then it goes into the hole you discovered (there is an insert inside the hole making it a smaller thread, that is also removable). This design change happened many months ago, the first few had glued the threaded rod in but that was immediately changed and since then they have all move been removable and interchangeable. It's worth me checking your order before trying to force the threaded rod to unscrew alynwallacephotography.com/contact
@drubber0075 жыл бұрын
@@AlynWallace Thanks mate, I sent a message to the company and they told me that you have the oldest version and that's the reason mine is different. Cheers anyway for the offer of checking it out for me 👍
@AlynWallace5 жыл бұрын
@@drubber007 ok, are you based in UK?
@JamesMurray35 жыл бұрын
Only problem that I have with this star tracker is that it could potentially ruin someone else's shot... Just imagine being the other guy and a streak of laser light ruins your long exposure. :-(
@AlynWallace5 жыл бұрын
As if people don't ruin shots with their head torches? You use the laser for 10-15 seconds and you're done. I've had people walking about with head torches on for most of the night. It can also be polar aligned without the laser so I'd like to think most astro shooters are considerate people. Also your camera doesn't pick the laser up from that far away
@arielestulin97064 жыл бұрын
You're a MSM Ambassador so I find it hard to believe your review is neutral and genuine. Also you get a kickback from your link. So of course this thing is amazing! But not really if you read real reviews.
@AlynWallace4 жыл бұрын
Been using it 2 years solid myself with no complaints from anyone who's bought through my recommendation. I wouldn't tout a product I don't believe in and highly use myself. Completely understand your doubts, but I ain't that guy. Can't say I've seen many, if any, bad reviews but please feel free to point me in the direction of what you're referencing.
@linkedwinters4 жыл бұрын
Isn't it dangerous to point a laser up into the sky?
@AlynWallace4 жыл бұрын
If you point it at an aircraft yes which in some countries is a crime.
@linkedwinters4 жыл бұрын
@@AlynWallace Alright then, thanks for telling!
@michaelstolz17975 жыл бұрын
This looks really cool, but I have a big issue with the laser: This is not legal in all countries, certainly not at my favourite spot on La Palma, Canary Islands. I would be seriously pissed at any fellow photographer up on the summit doing this while I was shooting and the European Northern Observatory AND the police would too! If this happens several times, they will close off one of the best places for shooting the night sky for amateur photographers! If there is no option for a polar scope, this unit might be lots of trouble!
@AlynWallace5 жыл бұрын
Hi Michael. Yes the legality of laser varies depending on location of course. And I'm pretty sure most astrophotographers out there, much like yourself, are fully aware of how stupid and wrong it is to use such a thing near an observatory. There is an option for a polar scope. The mount that holds the laser also has a hole with the dimensions to hold a Sky Watcher polar scope. I will make an updated video soon to discuss further the issues surrounding lasers and the polar scope option
@oscarm41544 жыл бұрын
sent from China - bummer for me - import tax is to high. Would buy it if it was shipped from a EU country
@PatrickGuerrisi3 жыл бұрын
Hot in the UK? 20 deg C? haha
@gerryrousseau40664 жыл бұрын
Lasers are dangerous and should not NOT be used.
@sternenhimmelfotografierende5 жыл бұрын
"Absolutly no star-trailing with 2 min @ 50 mm" Yeah! And than you show a image with startrails? (@3:17) Beside this: The laser should NOT point to polaris, but to the northern pole. There is an astrotracker, that is cheaper, has less wight, or the same (it is portable like this one as well) and can archive the same or better results. (129.- € and it works fine with 135 mm lenses)
@psychotraktor5 жыл бұрын
what astro tracker ist that?
@neletg5 жыл бұрын
And this astrotracker are?
@sternenhimmelfotografierende5 жыл бұрын
@@neletg Minitrack LX2 is with 560g nearly same wight, but needs no energy and is half the price, but has same or better accuracy, due to a simple polarscope Others like Star Adventurer, star Adventurer mini, Vixen Polarie... are same price or higher, bigger and have more weight, (but not that much) but are way way much more accurate due to a perfect polarscope. So this one here is: a) way less accurate than others (no polarscope and: Take a look on the ugly startrails on that 50 mm picture shown in the video) b) needs energy c) way more expensive than others with same or bit better accuracy. So there are a) better ones for (bit) more money b) equal ones for less money. --> This is a in beetween, that noone needs. Not for that price and inacuracy. BTW: I own 6 different mounts and I do own this one here. My 129.- Euro mount produces sharp stars with 50 mm (2 minutes exposure), not that unsharp eg-like star-trails shown in this video here. And it is always ready, 'cause it dosnt need energy. Or take the Sat Adventuer mini: Nearly same price, nearly same sice, but way more modes to use and a 100 times better polaralignement due to perfect polarscope. Ok - there is an additional polarscope to buy. And it is possible to buy an polarwedge. Thats right. But: Than the price gets higher than the Star Adventurer mini with less fotography modes, without wifi- mobile app, without great declination unit, without polarsope-light... Or just buy a simple an good astrotracker for a 2-week-trip to the mouintains, never worry about energy and pay only half the price, than get the LX2 So why buy this in-between unit when you can get it better for less money?
@sternenhimmelfotografierende5 жыл бұрын
@@psychotraktor check answer before
@psychotraktor5 жыл бұрын
@@sternenhimmelfotografierende awesome, thanks for the answer!
@SDsc0rch3 жыл бұрын
3:15 ----- uhmmmm... i see some elongation there, buddy! those stars are not points! lol i guess you're new to astrophotography if you think that's "acceptable" : )
@boetschge6 жыл бұрын
Is it really so difficult to say "millimeter" ? :-(