used the set up, wached the you tube videos of things i did not understand , and the move shoot move community is very helpful.
I used this for the first time on a recent trip to Yosemite NP in California. It was very easy to use. I was actually getting exposures more than 3 minutes long. As long as you polar align correctly (either with a laser or scope) its that simple. It just works.
A great little device, fantastic to help photographers for Astrophotograpy
I’m thrilled with the new version of the NOMAD tracker! It’s compact, user-friendly, and tracks exceptionally well. The accessories are also well-constructed and easy to assemble. I highly recommend the NOMAD system to anyone seeking a compact tracker that can efficiently fill up your gear bag while delivering surprisingly good performance.
Ce support me facilite la mise en station de ma monture, je passe moin de temps a chercher la polaire, je le trouve très utile.
Finally had a chance out to get out and use my new tracker, and I absolutely love the way that my pictures came out. So happy that I bought this. My only complaint is the screw that connects the red dial to the ball head, or in my case, the ze bracket, kept coming loose. I would have to tighten it down every 20 to 30 minutes or my camera would fall to the side if you have any suggestions, I’d love to hear it. I’ll keep working on a solution for next time, but regardless, I’m so happy that I bought this.
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The phone holder works great and appears very sturdy. It works great for SkySafari & PhotoPills. However, I like Polar Scope Align Pro better than either of those, and this holder does not work with it. Eric Wilkes designed holders that do work with PS Align Pro. I hope you will sell those holders soon
The low profile head is a great addition to the MSM combination, there is a minor limitation in that you can't tilt the head all the way back to a vertical (up) position, although that can be achieved in combination with a Z-Mount of V-Mount. It just takes a bit more planning. The advantages of the low profile head do far outweigh this minor limitation and it is strongly recommended. The Z and V Mount plates are an essential tool for enabling accurate panoramic without the fuss for any MSM tracker combination.
Hi, very happy indeed with the MSM tracker + accessories! (I got the wedge, the laser tracker + the polar alignment tool + the ball head + a V-plate). For me and my intentions of mainly shooting the Milky Way in timelapse and maybe some easy deep sky photography in the future this was just the right setting at an affordable price altogether. I am completely happy with it, and will keep on practicing with it to excel my shoots, and maybe I’ll use it in 2027 as well when I’ll be travelling to Spain to shoot the Solar Eclipse. Thanks very much for your product, and also for the magnificent support service when I had trouble with the regulations of laser alignment and the legal regulations in my country, you were absolutely helpful and generous! I can thoroughly recommend MSM, highly accomplished product!
I just got back from a 4-day backpacking trip where I used the MSM, and I captured some amazing photos!
I have always wanted to use a tracker on these types of trips, but weight is usually a major issue. With the MSM, the simple, light, and compact design is truly a game changer! I absolutely love it!
Hi guys, I recently received my MSM order with the lens warmer/dew band. I was stoked that it arrived within a few days. The following weekend I took the ute for an hour drive to test run the new toys. A setting moon created nice light for the foreground, the MSM and heater worked as they should. I'm currently waiting for clean skys for a better run with the astro images.
Thankyou, MSM
so amazing a motor this size and inexpensive will track my camera with the exact rotation of planet earth. pleased with the results
Both the V-mount and the Z-mount are beautifully engineered to provide all the flexibility you need for any camera or clock-drive system, especially including the wonderful MSM Nomad drive that I also own. It’s very clear that these mounts have been carefully field-tested and improved for all nighttime usage to avoid fumbling in the dark. Easily-recognized by feel clamps/knobs help a great deal. Highly recommended!
The Metal Polar Scope Illuminator for my Polar Scope A works as described. It is a more versatile unit because it is dimmable and and a more robust alternative to the previous design. Highly recommended.
El equipo es perfecto, es pequeño, facilde trqnsportar y el montaje es muy facil y intuitivo
Everything you need and nothing you don’t. Form factor is perfect. Simple setup and you’re off to the races
It fits perfectly on my skyguider pro, allowing me to attach the MSM phone mount.
Every item they make is very good quality, easy to use, and customer service is very quick to respond to any concerns. The mounts make setting up the camera attached to the tracker easy.
Takes a little while to understand what’s going on , but it’s better to understand than to blindly follow instructions . Great value & lightweight if your camping .
The phone mount is very well made, sturdy and doesn’t wobble. I’m very satisfied. One criticism I do have is the physical alignment with the tracker.
There are no locking points, scales or markings on the ball head to help find the right-angle position. Movement is completely free in the horizontal, lateral and longitudinal planes, and I had trouble achieving an exact parallel alignment between my phone and the Startracker.
The phone mount for my MSM Rotator really makes it easy to polar align. I am unable to see Polaris with a laser from my home location, so it was a big help!
If you’re shooting wide-angle Milky Way photos and struggling to achieve accurate focus on the stars, this is an excellent investment. It takes the guesswork out of focusing and is very easy to use.
One nice advantage is that it’s made from acrylic instead of glass, so you don’t have to worry as much about accidentally dropping it in the dark.
There are a couple of downsides. The focusing lines only appear on brighter stars, so it can be harder to use with dimmer ones—but with a bit of practice, you can work around this limitation.
Overall, I’m giving it 4 stars mainly due to the price, but performance-wise it’s a very useful tool for astrophotography.
robuste et facile à orienter pour un minimum d'encombrement dans on sac.
