• OPTICAL VISION

A good quality tripod offering an economically priced platform for Spotting Scopes up to 100mm in Diameter and traditional-style observations binoculars of up to 80mm Diameter. Also recommended for Camcorders and Compact Digital Cameras.

• OPTICAL VISION

This robustly constructed model combines excellent stability with precise control, and is ideal for a wide variety of imaging equipment. Comfortably manages all Spotting Scopes and Observation Binoculars of up to 100mm Diameter. Can be used effectively indoors, or in the field. Recommended for Serious Nature Observing, Astronomical Observing and Video applications.

Complete with quick-release plate. Spare plates available for second telescope, camera etc.

• SKYWATCHER

Exceptionally robust camera tripod offering excellent stability, for use up to professional level. It has self-levelling rubber feet for indoor use and built-in metal spikes for use in the field.

Designed for photography it can also be used for terrestrial telescopes and heavy binoculars. The head will tilt through 90 degrees to take portraits.

• Maximum Height (fully extended): 180cm
• Minimum Height (retracted): 78cm
• Geared 31cm centre column with lock and brace
• 360° panning, -75° to +45° vertical adjustment
• Tilting photographic head allows portrait photgraphy
• Bubble level for accurate levelling
• 3-Section heavy-duty tubular aluminium legs
• Heavy-duty twist-type leg locks with rubber grips
• Self-levelling rubber feet with screw-out metal spikes
• Weight 3.97kg

• OPTICRON

This lightweight tripod is designed for the birdwatcher who wants a stable tripod that doesn't weigh too much to carry around. Its 3-way magnesium head is convenient to use and helps keep down the total weight. Suitable for all but the heaviest field scopes.

• Extended 3-section tubular legs giving a usable height without raising centre column of 1410mm (55 1/2")1 for panning stability at high magnifications
• 42800 Mg 3-way panhead
• 360° panning
• +90° to -60° tilt
• Integral quick release plate (1/4") with side locking screw
• 300mm sliding centre column
• Clip-type leg locks and rubber feet
• Height extended 1710mm (67 1/4")
• Height retracted 650mm (25 1/2")
• Weight 2180g
5 year guarantee

• OPTICRON

The Birdwatchers tripod and centre column without the head.

• Extended 3-section tubular legs giving a usable height without raising centre column of 1325mm (52") for panning stability at high magnifications
• 300mm sliding centre column
• Clip-type leg locks and rubber feet
• Height extended 1625(64")
• Height retracted 565mm (22 1/4")
• Weight 1656g
5 year guarantee

• OPTICRON

This version of the Birdwatchers Tripod includes the 701 HDV two-way panhead from Manfrotto. Suitable for heavier scopes and offering smoother pan and tilt motion.

• Extended 3 section tubular legs giving a usable height without raising centre column of 1420mm (56”)1 for panning stability at high magnifications
• Manfrotto 701 HDV 2-way panhead
• 360° panning
• +90° to -60° tilt
• Integral quick release plate (1/4")
• 300mm sliding centre column
• Clip-type leg locks and rubber feet
• Height extended 1720mm (67 3/4")1
• Height retracted 660mm (26")
• Weight 2348g
• 5 year guarantee

• OPTICRON

Compact and lightweight carbon fibre tripod designed for use with fieldscopes to 80mm OG, photo and video equipment. Model comes complete with 42700Q panhead and 42607 tripod strap connector.

Main features include:

• 3-section carbon fibre tubular legs giving a useable height without raising centre column of 1360mm for maximum panning stability
• 42700Q 3-way panhead with 360 degree panning and +90 degree to -60 degree tilt for use with telescopes not fitted with rotating tripod sleeves. Panhead also features QR plate sode locking screw for extra rigidity
• Integral quick release plate (1/4" thread) with locking pin
• 210mm sliding c/column with collar lock
• Twist-type leg locks and rubber feet
• Compass and level indicator on canopy
• Leg angles; 25, 60 & 85 degrees
• Height extended: 1570mm
• Height retracted: 25 degrees - 620mm, 60 degree - 410mm
• Weight 2058g
• 5 year guarantee

• OPTICRON

Includes legs, canopy & sliding centre column

• OPTICRON

This version of the Traveller Carbon Fibre Tripod includes the 701 HDV two-way head from Manfrotto. Suitable for heavier field scopes and offering smoother panning and tilting.

• 3 section carbon fibre tubular legs giving a usable height without raising centre column of 1375mm (54") for maximum panning stability at high magnifications
• Manfrotto 701 HDV 2-way panhead
• 360° panning
• +90° to -60° tilt
• Integral quick release plate (1/4")
• Leg angles; 25°, 60° & 85°
• 220mm sliding centre column adjustment with collar and bolt lock
• Durable foam hand grips
• Twist-type leg locks
• Rubber/spiked feet
• 42607 Tripod strap connector
• Height extended: 1595mm (62 3/4")1
• Height retracted:
  25° - 650mm (25 1/2")
  60° - 530mm (21")
  85° - 415mm (16 1/2")1
  
• Weight: 2052g
• 5 year guarantee

• OPTICRON

• 2 way one lever operated panhead
• Integral 1/4 inch thread
• Maximum panning height: 80mm
• Protective rubber jaw pads
• Optional quick release plate & shoe
• Dim (mm): 205x60x85
• Weight: 555g
• 5 year guarantee

• OPTICRON

• 2 way one lever operated panhead
• Integral 1/4 inch thread
• Maximum panning height: 445mm
• Maximum jaw width: 45mm
• Optional Quick release plate & shoe
• Dim (mm): 250x60x95
• Weight: 753g
• 5 year guarantee

• OPTICRON

• 2 way one lever operated panhead
• Integral 1/4 inch thread
• Maximum panning height: 80mm
• Maximum jaw width: 45mm
• Optional Quick release plate & shoe
• Dim (mm): 210x60x70
• Weight: 597g
• 5 year guarantee

• OPTICRON

Lightweight & rigid Bench Clamp support specially designed for use with Fieldscopes, photo & video equipment.

• 42800 3-way magnesium panhead with 360º panning and +90º to -60º tilt plus 90º side tilt for use with telescopes not fitted with rotating tripod sleeves
• Integral QR plate with 1/4” thread and removable locking pin
• QR plate side locking screw for extra rigidity
• 500mm sliding centre column adjustment
• Maximum jaw width 45mm
• Maximum height extended 510mm (20")
• Minimum height retracted 90mm (3 1/2")
• Weight 960g
• 5 year guarantee

• OPTICRON

Combines with tripod panhead to produce a Bench Clamp.

• OPTICRON

All purpose monopod support for use with Lightweight Fieldscopes, Photo & Video equipment.

• 4 section extendable with leg lock system
• Height extended: 1470mm (58 inches)
• Height retracted: 470mm (18 1/2 inches)
• Integral 1/4 inch thread allowing three platform options
  • 42800 panhead
  • 42631 panhead
  • 42606 Quick release plate & shoe
• Durable foam hand grip
• Rubber foot
• Weight: 695g
• 5 year guarantee

• OPTICRON

Fits directly onto tripod centre column to convert to a hide clamp. Supplied complete with ø21/22mm, 23/24mm and ø25/26mm reducer sleeves. Weight 267g. 5 year guarantee.