iOptron SkyTracker Pro Camera Mount with iPolar (#3322A) Precision polar alignment meets palm-sized portability—ideal for wide-field astrophotography anywhere on Earth. If you’ve ever wrestled with polar alignment under dark skies—or struggled to get pinpoint stars with a camera lens longer than 85mm—the iOptron SkyTracker Pro with built-in iPolar is your answer. This upgraded version of iOptron's beloved travel tracker takes everything the original SkyTracker did well and refines it for serious astrophotographers who need accuracy, compactness, and all-night performance in one rugged little package. Whether you're shooting Milky Way vistas from Monument Valley, chasing aurora in Alaska, or just photographing Orion from the backyard, the SkyTracker Pro’s built-in iPolar electronic polar scope delivers laser-precise alignment in minutes—even in the Southern Hemisphere, where traditional polar scopes can be notoriously difficult to use. What Makes This Tracker Special? This isn't just a motor with a mount. The SkyTracker Pro is an all-in-one system built to support your astrophotography journey from beginner to expert: Integrated iPolar™ polar alignment camera gives you real-time, visual polar alignment via your laptop—even when Polaris isn’t visible. No more sight tubes or guessing. Whisper-quiet tracking motor glides smoothly with minimal vibration or gear noise. Great for long exposures—even in quiet wilderness settings. Four precision tracking rates (Sidereal 1X, Half-Speed 1/2X, Solar, and Lunar) allow you to match sky motion to your specific target—whether you're capturing deep sky, nightscape foregrounds, or a solar eclipse. Quick-slew mode (up to 180X) lets you reframe your image quickly without disturbing your tripod or gear layout. No more guesswork or time-consuming resets. All-metal structure with ABS shell accents ensures durability in the field while maintaining a travel-friendly weight. Engineered for Portability—Without Compromising Capability The SkyTracker Pro fits easily in the palm of your hand, yet it can support cameras up to 6.6 lbs (3 kg)—enough for a full-frame DSLR and a 135mm or 200mm lens. The included precision alt-az base makes polar alignment a breeze with large, smooth adjustment knobs and built-in latitude and azimuth scales. A bubble level ensures your tripod is leveled before you start. Need to save space or shave weight? The mount head can be detached from the base and mounted directly to any tripod using 1/4" or 3/8" threads—perfect for airline travel or ultralight rigs. And with a built-in rechargeable battery, you'll get up to 24 hours of continuous operation (at room temperature), so you can shoot all night without fumbling with external power supplies or cables. What’s Included in the Box: iOptron SkyTracker™ Pro mount head (with built-in iPolar) Precision alt-azimuth base (pre-installed) Brass 3/8” and 1/4” reversible mounting post USB charging/data cable 1/4"–3/8” thread adapter Padded soft-sided carry bag One-year limited warranty (90 days on battery) Technical Specifications: Attribute Details Tracking Modes Sidereal (1X), 1/2X, Solar, Lunar Max Payload 3 kg (6.6 lbs) Slew Speed Up to 180X, forward and reverse Polar Alignment Built-in iPolar electronic polar scope Mounting Threads 1/4"-20 and 3/8"-16 compatible Power Source Internal rechargeable lithium battery Operation Time Up to 24 hours (at 20°C ambient) Housing Material Aluminum body with ABS shell Weight ~2.6 lbs with base Hemisphere Support Northern & Southern Observing Tip: If you’re imaging with a long lens or a heavier camera setup, consider adding the optional iOptron counterweight kit (#3324) to improve balance. Balanced loads track better, reduce motor strain, and extend your usable exposure time—especially at lower elevations or near the celestial equator. Tech Details: Mount Ultra compact single axis EQ Payload (MAX) 6.6 lbs (3kg) Mount weight 685 gm with battery Mount weight with base 1150 gm (2.53 lbs) with battery Body material Die-cast aluminum with ABS cover RA shaft Φ25mm, steel Worm wheel Φ74mm, 144 teeth aluminum alloy Worm gear Φ11mm, brass Worm period 600 sec Bearing 4 pieces Motor drive DC servo Tracking R.A. automatic Tracking speed 1X Cel, 1/2 Cel, solar, lunar, N/S Fast slew speed 180X, forward and reverse Polar sight hole ~ 8º FOV Polar scope iPolar Electronics Polar Scope Power requirement Internal rechargeable battery Battery type Li-Poly, 3.7V, 2000mAh Duration of operation Up to 24 hours at 20ºC Power charge port MiniUSB (5V), 80% charge in 5 hours Body dimension 115x115x95 mm Operation Temperature -15~40ºC Mounting ring Ø53 mm, 3/8” or 1/4" post threads Body-base connection Vixen dovetail, 3/8” socket w/ 1/4” converter Alt-Azi adjustable Base Vixen style saddle, 3/8” socket (1/4" converter) Latitude adjustment range -30º ~ 65º (with Alt-azi base) AZ adjustment range ±5° Base diameter Φ80 mm Warranty One year limited (90 day on battery)
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