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Benro Polaris Astro Edition 3-Axis Smart Tripod Head

BH #BEPOAS3AX • MFR #BR209
Benro Polaris Astro Edition 3-Axis Smart Tripod Head
Key Features
  • Load Capacity: 15 lb
  • Height: 4.3"
  • 52mm Arca-Type Base with 3/8"-16 Mount
  • Integrated Camera Interface Controller
The Polaris Astro Edition 3-Axis Smart Tripod Head from Benro is the world's first electric tripod head with an integrated camera interface controller. It allows adjusting the composition of a photo and enables users to program the head to capture a series of photographs, easily track and take long exposures of stars, or create high resolution motion timelapses. The wireless Bluetooth connection provide remote function as well as preview, review, and download files via a dedicated and free to download App. It has a battery life of over 24 hours and the ability to charge during use.
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Benro Polaris Astro Edition Overview

The Polaris Astro Edition 3-Axis Smart Tripod Head from Benro is the world's first electric tripod head with an integrated camera interface controller. It allows adjusting the composition of a photo and enables users to program the head to capture a series of photographs, easily track and take long exposures of stars, or create high resolution motion timelapses. The wireless Bluetooth connection provide remote function as well as preview, review, and download files via a dedicated and free to download App. It has a battery life of over 24 hours and the ability to charge during use.

Featured built-in modes include as People Remover, Panorama, Motion Timelapse, Dynamic Exposure Timelapse, Focus Stacking, and Star Tracking. These modes work with a wide variety of cameras using the included camera control cables.

The Polaris Astro has a redundant onboard and swappable microSD card slot that ensures no images are lost from a shoot, and also enables rapid editing. Polaris can render Pathlapses, Panoramas, etc., and quickly display previously shot image on a smartphone. The Polaris is manufactured from aluminum alloy and stainless steel and is designed to work in the harshest of environments. It is rated at an IPX6 water-resistant performance.

Modes
People Remover
  • Panorama
  • Motion Timelapse
  • Dynamic Exposure Timelapse
  • Focus Stacking
  • Star Tracking
  • Media Slots
    • SD
    • Sim Card

    Benro Polaris Astro EditionSpecs

    Load Capacity
    15 lb / 7 kg
    Base Diameter
    2" / 5.1 cm
    Base Mount
    Arca-Type with 3/8"-16 Female Threaded Socket
    Material of Construction
    Aluminum
    Dimensions
    5.7 x 5.5 x 4.3" / 14.5 x 14 x 11 cm
    Weight
    1.9 lb / 861.8 g
    Packaging Info
    Package Weight
    7.5 lb
    Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
    8.5 x 8 x 7.5"

    Benro Polaris Astro Edition Reviews

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    Does the Benro Polaris Astro Edition handle a ...

    Does the Benro Polaris Astro Edition handle a small 500mm telescope (withing weight capacity)?
    Asked by: Nelson
    As long as the telescope is centered on the Benro Polaris Astro Edition 3-Axis Smart Tripod Head it should be fine as long as it does not go over 15 lb.
    Answered by: Rob K
    Date published: 2024-05-27

    Why does the Astro Edition need a sim and sd ...

    Why does the Astro Edition need a sim and sd card?
    Asked by: Sayyid Khalifa
    The SIM card is optional. Actually, this model doesn't support it (yet?).
    Answered by: Keith
    Date published: 2024-09-25

    Will this tracker work for a solar eclipse?

    Will this tracker work for a solar eclipse?
    Asked by: Seth
    The Benro Polaris Astro Edition 3-Axis Smart Tripod Head BH #BEPOAS3AX • MFR #BR209 could be used to track a solar eclipse..
    Answered by: John
    Date published: 2023-03-09

    I purchased this mount used. How can I reset it ...

    I purchased this mount used. How can I reset it to factory defaults?
    Asked by: James
    The option to reset all settings in the Benro Polaris Astro Edition 3-Axis Smart Tripod Head, is in the first menu seen when opening the app. Within "Settings" you can click "My Device" and inside there is an option to Reset to Factory.
    Answered by: Rob K
    Date published: 2024-01-23

    Can it track the sun?

    Can it track the sun?
    Asked by: Judit
    Actually, Sun tracking hasn't been working yet according to the few who have tested it and commented online. Moon tracking wasn't working, but appears to have been improved. The device isn't limited as to what it can track, but the software fails to deliver many of the promised functions.
    Answered by: BJN
    Date published: 2024-03-28

    How precise is this tracker? Can longer focal ...

    How precise is this tracker? Can longer focal lengths like 1000mm be used with this tracker?
    Asked by: Abir
    Total load capacity is 15 lbs which should handle a 1000 mm lens and a camera body with no problems.
    Answered by: John
    Date published: 2022-11-22

    Is the Benro Polaris Astro compatible with a GFX ...

    Is the Benro Polaris Astro compatible with a GFX 100s?
    Asked by: Bryon
    Yes, Benro Polaris Astro Edition 3-Axis Smart Tripod Head is compatible with the FUJIFILM GFX 100S Medium Format Mirrorless Camera and you need the supplied Benro Polaris USB Type-C Camera Control Cable to connect the camera and the head.
    Answered by: Samik G
    Date published: 2023-09-04

    Is this weather sealed? Can it withstand a light ...

    Is this weather sealed? Can it withstand a light rain?
    Asked by: Robert
    The Benro Polaris Astro Edition 3-Axis Smart Tripod Head is not sealed but can withstand light rain.
    Answered by: Lawrence C
    Date published: 2023-04-16
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