I'm planning on using a Canon DSLR ( T4i ) with this scope. Does the mount compensate for the added camera weight, or is constant re-adjusting needed?
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There is a considerable counter weight. With that said, I'm not sure how much your camera weighs. The other problem to consider is that this is a manual adjust telescope. If you are viewing Saturn, for example, you will need to constantly adjust to keep up with the rotation.
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While the only truly stable mount is a clamp set up, it is sufficiant if you are an experienced shooter. As with anything it depends on the shooter.
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I use it with a Canon SLR (T3i) and a 100 to 400 mm lens, also Canon and I have no problem. It does take a bit of familiarization but have gotten some great bird pics at significant distances. If a shoulder mount could be designed for this pistol grip allowing a good steady base I would say the results would rival a ground mounted tripod, the manufacturers would be well advised to consider that approach. Birding requires the ability to move quickly to get the fleeting shot and this pistol grip does that.
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This mount holds my 5D Mkiii with a 24-105 lens no problem. the only problem I have had, is if you are mounting it to glass, and trying to shoot looking out of the same glass, the legs aren't long enough for that lens. You'll have to buy an extension.
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I would second the first response ... I have a 501 and have used it on this tripod to digiscope with a Vortex Spotting Scope and Nikon 1. Weight of the 501 head, plate, scope and camera is about the limit. Being about to balance the system with the 501 sliding plate helps but a little wind can start vibrations. I do hang a weight from the hook as well. I purchased this tripod primarily for macro work that takes advantage of the horizontal center post positions so the scope/501 combination was returned to a heavier tripod.
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I put a scope mount and scope on mine and it ways 8.5 total, so before those its about 6 pounds
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I have used it with a Canon 5D and the Canon 100-400 and it's definitely strong enough to hold the weight. Whether or not it has enough weight/mass to dampen vibration is something you'd have to determine for yourself based on what you're shooting. I got this tripod to use at airshows and needed something as lightweight as possible to carry around all day. I'm very happy with the tripod and after a year of use and travel it has held up well.
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If I'm not wrong the mount can handle about 9 lb. I use it for tracking shots of the moon and the sun with a Nikon D90, battery handle and a Sigma 50-500mm. This combination weights about 7 lb. and I have yet to have tracking errors. It is a good idea to place the center of mass of the optics you're using as to minimize torque. Also, I found that the brackets that come with the mount tend to flex, which then affects alignment. I ended up getting a solid dovetail L bracket instead, but if you are putting less weight on the mount you might not need it.
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Provided that you replace the mount in the same position on the the firearm, your " dope " will be very, very close to the original setting. You could set the inches of torque of the original mounting and duplicate when reattaching the scope. Bottom line, within a couple of rounds down range your former accuracy will be attained. A great choice of mount, regardless of point of manufacture. Have fun, shoot a few extra rounds, that is what is all about, enjoy life!Frank fh
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I am not familiar with the camera but I use a Swarovski 20-60x80 spotting scope on mine and have no issues. I love this tripod especially for backpacking. Best backpack tripod I have owned by far.
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Not totally sure. I use the Zoom shotgun myself. Looks to be a pretty standard mount with adjustment screws. Sorry I can't be of more help. I rarely use a shotgun on my shoots as I film mostly luve events and use an external Zoom H6 recorder, and sync in post.
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The motorized mount fits fine attached to the scope. It secures easily. The tripod does not fit.
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The weight limit for this mount was not stated when I bought it. so I can't give you that info. However, you Canon is in the "mini" class of cameras as are both my sony and my canon cameras. I'm confident the mount would support both of mine, should I choose to double-gang them. Now, you may have an issue. The Elura 2 is taller than my two cameras, so bending the mount around so you are shooting straight up and level could, perhaps, be difficult. I have had this problem before with other mounts and camera combinations. The way I solved this is by simply mounting the camera upside-down, and then flipping the footage with computer software.
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I got it attached to mine and sighted it in with no problems. It handles the recoil pretty good, I didn't have to readjust it at all.
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I can't tell you definitively since mine hasn't arrived yet but my Canon T2i is about that weight and that's what it's made for. Once you get it there's a sequence you have to do to balance it using the length and weights at the bottom. I would assume it's going to be fine though.
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as long as the mount is correct. super scope works like I want a scope to work
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Adapter: Yes. This is something I also want to use and need farther investigation. Mounting: It has the same threaded hole (1/4-20) as regular camera. I use a quick disconnect adapter which comes with tripod. It works fine. In general, after using scope at shooting range I found that it's compact and light. The image qulity is much on par with less expensive models. Do not expect much becouse of Leupold name! That is why I have returned $500 Leupold rifle scope due to its image quality was not anough better than $150 scope to justify its price. Leupold name is not in my book.