Sorry for the length, I want to provide as much info as I've seen asked for in other posts. I've reviewed many sticky's here on equipment.
I'm an experienced photographer with Canon 1d Mark iii pro bodies and L series lenses.
I've photographed lots of sports running 24-70 L, 400 f/2.8.
I'm going to Yellowstone in July and know my 400 with 1.4 extender won't give me the reach I need for wildlife in the valleys. I've been planning the trip for months and learned I should bring a spotting scope, and then learned about digiscoping. Being close to retirement and planning on using my camera's, perhaps phone, and a scope for birding I decided to take the plunge.
I know the importance of quality glass and stability of the tripod/head combo at extreme magnifications.
I plan on purchasing the following and have some questions:
Kowa TSN 883 with TE-11WZ 25-60 eyepiece
For my Canon's - TSN-PA7 and T-ring
First question: I'm a bit worried about shutter and mirror movement creating vibrations. I'm willing to give phone scoping a shot. Unfortunately, no company has an adapter for my Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra until after my trip to Yellowstone is over. Is a Universal phone mount for the Kowa worth it and if so, which one? Or should I just stick with the Camera mount (thus the mirror and shutter should be okay if I get fast enough shutter speeds)? I can always get the phone digiscope adapter later when PhoneScope has them available.
Tripod and head - Manfrotto MT055CXPRO3 Carbon 3 section max load close to 20 lbs.
Head Manfrotto MVH500AH
The head, scope, and Canon body would weigh under 10 pounds.
Second Question - Would you agree that this combination of head and tripod will meet my needs for stable, digiscoping? Are there better-performing options?
Do I need (would it be helpful) to purchase the Manfrotto 500PLong plate? Or is that not needed with the scope on the MVH500AH head?
I'd prefer to spend under $5,000. This kit is currently at $4344.
PS... I'm not looking at beefier tripods at the moment as I plan on loading this gear on a touring motorcycle once we are at Yellowstone. I have plenty of photo luggage to carry it safely on the bike. I only mention this as I know there are sturdier tripods that would keep me under my budget, but carrying the gear on a touring bike allows me to combine both hobbies.
Thank you,
Joe
I'm an experienced photographer with Canon 1d Mark iii pro bodies and L series lenses.
I've photographed lots of sports running 24-70 L, 400 f/2.8.
I'm going to Yellowstone in July and know my 400 with 1.4 extender won't give me the reach I need for wildlife in the valleys. I've been planning the trip for months and learned I should bring a spotting scope, and then learned about digiscoping. Being close to retirement and planning on using my camera's, perhaps phone, and a scope for birding I decided to take the plunge.
I know the importance of quality glass and stability of the tripod/head combo at extreme magnifications.
I plan on purchasing the following and have some questions:
Kowa TSN 883 with TE-11WZ 25-60 eyepiece
For my Canon's - TSN-PA7 and T-ring
First question: I'm a bit worried about shutter and mirror movement creating vibrations. I'm willing to give phone scoping a shot. Unfortunately, no company has an adapter for my Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra until after my trip to Yellowstone is over. Is a Universal phone mount for the Kowa worth it and if so, which one? Or should I just stick with the Camera mount (thus the mirror and shutter should be okay if I get fast enough shutter speeds)? I can always get the phone digiscope adapter later when PhoneScope has them available.
Tripod and head - Manfrotto MT055CXPRO3 Carbon 3 section max load close to 20 lbs.
Head Manfrotto MVH500AH
The head, scope, and Canon body would weigh under 10 pounds.
Second Question - Would you agree that this combination of head and tripod will meet my needs for stable, digiscoping? Are there better-performing options?
Do I need (would it be helpful) to purchase the Manfrotto 500PLong plate? Or is that not needed with the scope on the MVH500AH head?
I'd prefer to spend under $5,000. This kit is currently at $4344.
PS... I'm not looking at beefier tripods at the moment as I plan on loading this gear on a touring motorcycle once we are at Yellowstone. I have plenty of photo luggage to carry it safely on the bike. I only mention this as I know there are sturdier tripods that would keep me under my budget, but carrying the gear on a touring bike allows me to combine both hobbies.
Thank you,
Joe
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