Perfect fit, nice quality and very fine openings so it works on shorter focal length lenses very well. Best way to focus!
I used to use a laser to align my MSM tracker to polaris but I would often have difficulty because of objects in the way such as trees or houses. With the phone mount, this issue goes away and worked flawlessly with my phone app to get my MSM tracker alignment just right. Photo take with MSM tracker, using Phone Mount for Astrophotography, 120 seconds, 1 photo (no stacking), Nikon Z8 with Nikon Z 14-24mm S-line
Had cloudy skies and full moon so haven’t used it yet. Had an issue with the polar scope not showing the recticle. The focus for the recticle was stuck and ended up using pliers to loosen it. Looking forward to testing the nomad.
Absolute game changer. So much lighter than my previous Tracker, I am now able to take this little STAR on my travels around the world, without worrying about baggage weight restrictions. I have also struggled for ages trying to achieve proper Polar Alignment due to a lower back issue. The calibrated pointed, in conjunction with the wedge from MSM, allows perfect alignment.
All items (MSM Start Tracker, Wedge, Laser pointer) and the Ayln Wallace Flex Tilt & Pan Head have made everything so much easier. Plus, all these combined, still weigh less than my other tracker.
All in all, an excellent bit of kits and great value for money.
I like it because you don't have to keep removing it and putting it back on if the target isn't lined up. You just have to adjust the different places til it comes centered. Much easier than any other ones I've used
What an amazing piece of equipment! I got it to help with my nomad set up and use it for so much more!
Having received my kit I am very pleased with the quality of the items. The rice is a fraction of what one would pay for other branded items but well worth it. Portable and easy to set up. I would recommend this to anyone wanting to start in astrophotography. I'd give it 6 stars if I could.
So fast to set up and get shooting. The accuracy is amazing, cannot wait for the next new moon!
I recently received the Move Shoot Move Southern Hemisphere Astrophotography Kit, inspired by the legendary Richard Tatti, and I couldn't be more impressed. As someone passionate about astrophotography, especially under the uniquely dark skies of the Southern Hemisphere, this kit hits all the right notes for me.
Product Quality:
From the moment I unboxed it, the quality of the components stood out. The build is robust yet lightweight—perfect for field use without compromising precision. It’s evident that this kit was designed with real-world usability in mind.
Exceptional Support:
Kudos to the Move Shoot Move team for their excellent customer service. They were responsive, knowledgeable, and genuinely enthusiastic about helping me get the most from the gear. Any questions I had were answered quickly, and they made sure everything arrived safely and promptly. That level of support makes a big difference, especially for beginners or those setting up their first tracking rig.
A Special Thanks to Richard Tatti:
This kit wouldn’t be what it is without the inspiration from Richard Tatti, whose artistry and dedication to astrophotography have been a huge influence on my journey. His guidance in shaping this kit shows as him being someone who understands the needs of Southern Hemisphere shooters. It’s rare to find gear that feels this tailored to our skies.
Final Verdict:
If you're based in the Southern Hemisphere and serious about capturing the night sky—from stunning Milky Way panoramas to long-exposure deep-sky work—this kit is a must-have. It’s beautifully engineered, supported by a fantastic team, and born from genuine passion for astrophotography.
Thanks to MSM and Richard Tatti for helping bring the stars a little closer.
Great quality and near line on line fit for rotating the camera
I bought this to replace another brand that I had for about ten years. It used a scope to align Polaris so it was difficult to use and hard to stay in place when locking it down. I bought a laser from MSM to use on that tracker but it wouldn't fit. I like the Nomad as it is small and easy to set up. The laser I had did not come with the red laser adapter so I had to order that. Each order takes three weeks so it took a long time before I could use it. I also use the MVM Wedge which helps with quick precise setup. If not for the ordering issues, I would give this 5 stars.
Three power levels are 2.5W, 4W and 8W. Mild, warmish, hot.
Be good if that explained that in the product info.
Easy to use. Ony comment North and South fonts could be larger to make selection easier.
Your laser kit has been amazing and a lot easier for me to find Polaris. Thanks again for a wonderful product.
Customer service was really helpful with my shipment to NL and my first try with the Nomad was easy and working well. Only struggling with the laser pointer a bit as my camera blocks it's view. But that is probably getting to know the gear better with practice. The Nomad is a sturdy piece of equipment while lightweight. Can't wait to take on the start with it.
Great bit of kit, very well made and works a treat
For amateur astrophotography, this is an affordable and easy to use device. Great customer service when I had a delivery issue with the package.
I´m happy that I have found this Easy Focus - Star Focus Filter.
Very easy to use und helps tremendously to find the right focus for your star shots.
If you're new to taking night sky photos or even if you're a seasoned veteran, the Nomad by MSM is simple and easy to use and it just works great. No muss or fuss, just follow a few simple steps and start taking night sky shots. And to make things better, MSM is just as easy to work with. Great service and prompt communication is hard to beat.
I already have a deep sky gears but i was looking for a compact tracker which i can take anywhere and Nomad provided that solution. Product looks great this month end i will take my gears to test it out in the low light pollution area to check effectiveness.
Move. Shoot. Move. The name says it all—simple, portable, and ready to go.
It’s handy on the off chance a clear sky happens and it’s just there in my camera bag ready
I am looking forward to setting up and seeing how well the Nomad works on the night skies! I purchased a Neewer geared-head model TH16 and have run into problems with incompatibility with the Arca style plate on the Nomad. The plate on the Nomad has a steeper and deeper angle and the clamp on the Neewer head does not fully engage the plate, making it slide back and forth.
I have included a picture to show the plate on the Nomad in comparison to the angle and bottom thickness of a plate which came with the Neewer head. I screwed the plate on the bottom of the Nomad, thinking this might work...but there is no way to securely lock them together. The picture is shown with the Neewer plate mounted on the bottom of the Nomad plate. Some rotation might occur. Note, I added a small strip of gaffers tape on both sides of the Nomad plate (as seen in the photo) which temporarily works to hold the Nomad securely in the Neewer clamp. I won't use the Neewer plate.
The laser can be mounted easy on SkyWatcher StarAdventurer and allows polar alignement within less than a minute
The southern hemisphere kit arrived a few weeks ago. All the components were of a high quality and the you tube videos I found helped put the whole kit together for the first time.
I tried the tracker using the calibrating mount and it seemed to work well. I ran a series of shots at 60” and ISO3200 and 2 mins at ISO1600 and there seemed to be no trailing at 60” and very little at 2mins. This test was conducted with the Fuji GFX50SII and Gf20-35 mm lens at f4.
The one slightly negative thing I have noticed is the on off switch is combined with the hemisphere selector and is quite sensitive so the tracker can mistaking be left on. If I were you on the next iteration I would change the design to separate the hemisphere and power switches. I’m due to take further tests over the coming month so will confirm tracker stability during those tests.