For amateur astrophotographers who need a portable and compact Altaz GoTo alignment system as well as savvy videographers who enjoy taking frequent video timelapses, the Sky-Watcher AZ-GTi Mount is an absolute perfect solution! Since it can accomodate up to 11 lbs, the user can mount a small optical tube for observing or a DSLR for imaging. Since the mount itself weights only 8.6 pounds, it is easily transportable for amateurs constantly on the go.

For amateur astronomers who want to use the AZ-GTi for astronomy purposes, a nice bonus is the Wi-Fi control which can be used with the Sky-Watcher SynScan app to align and track over 42,900 objects.

While Sky-Watcher does include their own adjustable aluminum tripod with a built in pier extension, by no means is the consumer restricted to just that tripod. It can also accomodate tripods with a 3.8 inch 16 thread connection as well as 0.25 inch 20 thread with the included adapter.

Since the mount has an automatic shutter release control, no intervelometer timer is required. Automatic 60 second preset exposures are executed with the auxiliary shutter release cable. This process will continue as long as the camera is connected to the mount via the cable.

For visual amateur astronomers, a nice key selling point of the AZ-GTi Mount is the Freedom Find technology. In essense, this separates these dual encoders from the GoTo system to allow manual control in the interim without loss of alignment.

• The Sky-Watcher AZ-GTi Mount is a great option for both amateur astrophotographers and savvy videographers alike!
• Has a payload of 11 lbs, more than enough for smaller sized DSLR cameras and optical tubes.
• Weights only 8.6 pounds making it relatively portable and perfect for on the go situations.
• Includes WiFi control that can be used in conjuction with the Sky-Watcher SynScan app for alignment and tracking of over 42,900 objects.
• Includes spring loaded worm gears.
• Can connect to a wide range of tripods including the Sky-Watcher version.
• Automatic 60 second shots with an auxiliary shutter release cable, eliminating the need for an intervelometer timer.
• Freedom Find technology to permit manual use without alignment loss.
• Adjustable height tripod with 1.25" diameter legs.
• DC power (no batteries are included)