Omegon Mount MiniTrack LX3 SET

Unlock Stunning Milky Way Shots with the MiniTrack LX3

Discover the wonders of astrophotography with the Omegon MiniTrack LX3, a compact photography mount engineered to deliver exceptional results with wide-angle and lightweight telephoto lenses. Even if you're not an experienced astrophotographer, the MiniTrack LX3 makes capturing breathtaking cosmic views surprisingly simple.

Powered solely by mechanics, the MiniTrack LX3 operates without electricity, offering unparalleled reliability wherever your adventures take you. Building upon the success of its predecessor, the MiniTrack LX2, the LX3 boasts several enhancements, including a remarkable 60% increase in precision. Prepare yourself for stunning images that will leave everyone in awe. Witness the magic and effortlessly create captivating portraits of the universe.

Key Advantages:

• Effortlessly photograph the night sky from any location in the northern hemisphere.
• Battery-free operation ensures independence from power sources.
• Quick and easy setup, activated instantly by winding the cord.
• Ideal for capturing panoramic views of the starry sky and using telephoto lenses up to approximately 300mm.

Specific Advantages of the MiniTrack LX3:

• Increased load-bearing capacity: Supports heavier equipment weighing up to 3 kg.
• Large Teflon bush for smoother and more fluid motion.
• Enhanced suspension system for customizable motion control.
• CNC-machined aluminum body for improved durability, aesthetics, and stability.
• Optical polar finder for precise alignment to the celestial pole and impeccably tracked star photos.

Elevate Your Astronomy Photography:

Don't settle for ordinary holiday photos – bring home stunning astronomy images as well. It's easier than you think. All you need is a tripod, the MiniTrack mount, a ball-head, and your camera. Simplified to the essentials, it effortlessly produces impressive astronomy photos that anyone can achieve.

60 Minutes of Mechanical Tracking:

With its clockwork heart, the MiniTrack LX3 operates without electronics, ensuring precise tracking of your camera. Simply wind up the MiniTrack like an analog clock, and it will continue tracking for 60 minutes without fail, even in freezing conditions. This mount can effortlessly handle telephoto lenses, earning its reputation as the go-to expert in wide-field photography among amateur astronomers.

Advanced Suspension System:

The MiniTrack LX3 features an innovative suspension system that provides support and motion control similar to a counterweight system, yet in a compact and travel-friendly design. The improved suspension system adapts to one-sided strain, enhancing accuracy when tracking stars.

Pro Tips:

• Achieve optimal tracking speed by ensuring the clockwork ticks 130-135 times per minute.
• Adjust the spring tension based on your camera's weight.
• Use a "TapTempo-App BPM" for smartphones to measure the ticks per minute accurately.

Enhanced Construction:

The MiniTrack LX3 boasts an improved design with a larger Teflon bush for smoother camera motion and a CNC-machined aluminum body for increased durability and stability, ensuring reliable performance over years of use.

Increased Load Capacity, Same Portability:

Experience enhanced versatility without sacrificing portability. With a higher load capacity of up to 3 kg, the MiniTrack LX3 remains lightweight and compact, allowing you to use larger or longer objective lenses while maintaining superb stability.

Effortless Polar Alignment:

Aligning the MiniTrack LX3 to the celestial pole is effortless with the optical polar finder, ensuring precise tracking of stars and objects.

Universal Compatibility:

The MiniTrack LX3 seamlessly attaches to any tripod using the 1/4" screw, offering flexibility in setup options with a ball head or other accessories.

Designed by Cristian Fattinnanzi:

Developed by Cristian Fattinnanzi from Italy, the MiniTrack mount is now distributed by Omegon, making it accessible to photographers and nature enthusiasts worldwide.

Capture Astronomy Photos Anywhere:

With its fully mechanical design, the MiniTrack LX3 lets you capture stunning astronomy photos anytime, anywhere, without the need for power or charging.

Scope of Delivery:

• MiniTrack LX3
• Ball head

SPECIFICATIONS:

Capacity: Compatible with camera tripods

Operating Temperature: -20°C to 60°C

Max. Additional Load Capacity: 3 kg

Special Features: Tracking on RA axis

Equipment: Tripod (not included), Ball head

General: Weight - 950g, Material - Aluminum, Overall Size - 21cm x 7.8cm x 13cm

Type: Mount, Series: MiniTrack