Hi Friends,
Finally, our big batch of polar scope is ready today. All orders with a polar scope will be shipped accordingly in the following days.
Thank you so much for your great patience and supports!
MSM team
July 27. 2020
Does this Tracker support my Camera?
YES!
- As a star tracker, it can support all cameras.
- As a timelapse mount, it works directly with Nikon, Canon, and Sony cameras through the hot-shoe port. For Fujifilm, Panasonic, Olympus, Pentax, etc. just connect the intervalometer.
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What has been updated in the new button version?
- Replaced the Knob with a Button to solve the deficiencies with the knob design.
- 15% smaller than the Knob.
- Added 1/2 speed star tracking mode, then you can take photos of the Milkyway with one shot.
- Removed the less frequently used panorama mode.
- Easier to install with the new screws with stopper
- An illuminator was added to the polar scope.
How to Choose the Ideal Gear for Your Astro-Landscape Photography?
Options:
Good News!
After 9 months of test, we finally get the wedge ready, from now on the Pan/Tilt Head will be replaced by this wedge to give better precision in alignment.
Starter Kit: Rotator, Laser Pointer, Ball Head, Laser Bracket
Basic Kit A: Rotator, Polar Scope, Scope illuminator, Scope Bracket
Pro-Kit A: Rotator, Polar Scope, Scope illuminator, Scope Bracket, Wedge, Head Lamp (Red LED)
Basic Kit B: Rotator, Laser Pointer, Laser Bracket
Pro-Kit B: Rotator, Laser Pointer, Laser Bracket, Wedge, Head Lamp (Red LED)
Basic Kit C: Rotator, Laser Pointer, Polar Scope, Scope illuminator, Bracket
Complete Kit: Rotator, Polar Scope, Scope illuminator, Laser pointer, Wedge, Head Lamp(Red LED), Bracket
Phone Kit: Rotator, Phone Mount, Ball Head
Australia Pro Kit: Rotator, Phone Mount, Polar Scope, Scope illuminator, Scope Bracket, Wedge
Do I need the laser pointer?
- If you are new to astrophotography, we recommend choosing the laser pointer to begin. It's easier to use than the polar alignment for novices.
- If you mainly use a wide-angle lens, then the laser pointer is enough and the most convenient for you.
So,
- If you are new and have a low budget, buy the Basic kit B to start
- If you want a ready to shoot Astro kit, buy the Pro kit B.
- If you are experienced, you will understand how much you can benefit from the Rotator's portability and it's straight forward design.
Do I need to buy the Polar Scope?
- If you use a long lens, then the Polar Scope will provide a more accurate polar alignment.
- If you are from Australia, then buy the Polar Scope as it is prohibited in Australia to buy the laser pointer.
- If you might travel to Australia, Switzerland, or other locations that do not allow a laser pointer, then you will require a Polar Scope.
So,
- If you live in Australia or Switzerland, buy Basic Kit A to start
- If you just want a ready to shoot Astro kit for your DSLR, buy the Pro-Kit A.
- The Complete kit is set up to support all the above options and is ready to go for all locations.
FAQs on Shipping
Satisfaction Guaranteed
30-days full refund Warranty.
If you received a defective one, don’t worry, we will resend you a new one immediately. Up until now, the defective rate is less than 1%.
If you do not want to keep it anymore within 30 days, return to us, and you will get a full refund. In this case, you just need to pay the returning shipping fee.
1 Year Quality Warranty
If it malfunctions, we will exchange it for a new one for you at our expense.
The mechanism behind Move Shoot Move star tracker:
- The Earth is rotating.
- What happened?
- How to expose more than 60 seconds?
- What's Polar alignment?
- Is your Polar alignment difficult and complicated?
- If you already know where to find Polaris, then just aim the laser at Polaris, and polar alignment is accomplished😉.
- If you don't know where to find Polaris, then download a free app, 'Skysafari,' set it to VR mode. It will spot Polaris when you move your phone around the sky.
- How to do a polar alignment in the Southern Hemisphere?
- If the star is tracked, will the foreground be blurred?
- First, we turn the tracker OFF to get a clear foreground shot(your composition).
- Then we wait for the ideal stars to show up in our composition, turn the track ON, and shoot the tracked stars. Then combine these two pictures to get the final one in Photoshop or other post-processing software.
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"So simple to use
I purchased a Sky Watcher Star Adventurer awhile ago, and beside the weight, it was that complicated I just could not be bothered. Having received my MSM last week I went out with high hopes and it delivered. I did not purchase the polar scope or laser pointer, but used a couple of different apps on the phone and was able to take shots of more than 5 minutes with only small movement. Shots under 3 minutes were pin sharp.
Finally, the weight. So easy to just chuck it in the camera bag and take it anywhere. So glad I decided to purchase Move Shoot Move!!!"
- David Dalton, Forest Lake, AU
Below is Mr.Alyn's review from the UK, on star tracking.
Check Mr.Gunther's review, the godfather of timelapse.
The mechanism for time-lapse:
Up too 3000 shots in one charge.
Passive (Slave) motorized in timelapse modeThe Rotator is just a slave to your camera (intervalometer). There is no conflict with your camera's built-in App, and it is compatible with most cameras that have a hot shoe port.
The innovative worm gear systemOur worm-gear self-lock mechanism presents two key benefits: Top-Level Move Shoot Move performance and Super Long Battery Life.
Specification:
Size: 1.7" x 3.15" x 3.9" (4.3cm x 8cm x 9.9cm)
Material: Aluminum alloy
Weight: 1.01 lbs (450g)
Max load: 6.6Lbs (3Kg)
Step options: Star Tracking Mode (360° in 24hrs) | 0.05°/step, 0.075°/step, 0.1°/step, 0.125°/step
Input: DC5.0V 1.0A Max
Battery life: 5 hrs for star tracking / 3000 shots for time-lapse, Or more by connecting to an external power bank (work while charging).
Warranty: One Year
1/4 to 3/8 Adapter x1
Todavía estamos aprendiendo a sacarle partido... Pero va genial!
Solid piece of kit, yet compact and light. Simple to use and helps get great results.
The Move Shoot Move is excellent, it’s small and mobile and opens up the opportunity to take some great pictures of the nights sky. I have received great service from this company,I highly recommend this product.
Rotator works great. Of course, the accurate alignment is the key. I tested it with lenses up to 50mm so far and everything was perfect for 30-second exposures. I might even try to go longer with the focal length or exposure time. We shall see.
I’ve always had an interest in the stars and astronomy but the equipment always seemed so expensive.
When I first saw MSM I thought this is a game changer for me, the equipment is affordable, light, small and very well built.
I placed my order and now I’m seeing stars and nebulas in the sky I thought only Hubble could photograph!
I’ve just started my journey but the MSM has a Facebook group with other members showing what’s possible with this amazing little setup.
The only thing you really need is a sturdy tripod.
As I am staying on the northern hemisphere it is quite easy to use. I bought the pack with both calibration tools plus additionally the wedge. With wedge and laser pointer it is simple to adjust the polaris.the results seems to be good but I unfortunately had not the opportunity to test it at dark sky.
I've only had the move shoot move for a short time. So far works great. Good size for backpacking. Very easy to align, good product. looking forward to using it more.
Bought the MSM Star Tracker based on a friend's recommendation. The device couldn't be easier to use and fits easily into a photo backpack due to its small size. The Star Tracker is excellently manufactured and, unlike some other devices on the market, it is fortunately rechargeable with USB-C. There is not much more to say, because thanks to the many tutorials, the Star Tracker is super easy to set up and you can get started right away. I was able to do even a 10 minute exposure without any problems and the result was stunning.
The laser pointer is also necessary in my opinion, as you don't even need 5 minutes on site to prepare everything necessary and aim at the polar star.
For this price, it's an absolute must-have for anyone whose passion is to sit in beautiful places at night and enjoy the silence.
Haven't used yet trying to get the laser to add to it.How do I get it??
The MSM tracker is my first one I have used and I found it relatively easy to set up. I use an APSC mirrorless camera system and it works perfectly for my set up, and it definitely makes a difference. I love how portable it is and that it uses very little space in my camera bag. My only complain is that the accompanying manual is printed in very small type which makes it very difficult to read, so I ended up watching a couple of YouTube videos to get started.