Note that this is just the mount and doesn’t include the tripod. Its high price puts it into a different category from the models above that would appeal to most amateur astronomers but this is for the very biggest and heaviest astronomy binoculars. It is also one of the tallest, allowing the binoculars to be at a height of nearly 79 inches. It has the highest load capacity of any binocular mount – up to 30lbs. It has all the advantages of a parallelogram mount that are outlined above under the Orion mounts – in particular, the capacity to position the binoculars away from the tripod legs so that you can use them whilst sitting or standing comfortably. Lastly, the 10 Micron Leonardo BM100 Binocular Mount are the biggest and best astronomy binocular mount but also the most expensive by far. This Orion video gives a quick introduction to this binocular tripod and mount: This package is a combination of the Orion Paragon Plus Binocular Mount and the Paragon Plus XHD Tripod which can be bought separately. However, the load capacity of this tripod is 5lbs, which is relatively low compared to the other options in this list. It allows you to have the binoculars extremely high – up to 7ft 7inches, so perfect for tall people to use when standing without having to stoop. For example, you can view at your chosen height and find an object and then lower to allow a family member, friend, or person at a star party to look through. This is a pretty cool feature and means that you can share the viewing experience with other people more easily. This design allows lets you raise and lower the binoculars whilst staying focused on a specific object.

the tripod legs are not in the way of your astronomy chair. The binoculars can then be positioned as low or as high as you want and means you can sit or stand comfortably when viewing – i.e. It is a parallelogram mount that allows your binoculars to hang over one side of the tripod whilst being supported by counterweights. The Orion Paragon Plus Binocular Mount with Tripod is the first on this list that is specifically designed for astronomy binoculars, rather than just being a regular tripod that can be used with binoculars. Included accessories: Case and shoulder strap.

Lower weight capacity and more expensive than the Orion Tritech tripod above.The heaviness may be a problem if you need your tripod to be portable.Even at 69 inches the height many will have to stoop to look through their binoclars when pointing up which is an obstacle to longer viewing sessions.Made by Celestron, many people’s preferred manufactured of astronomy equipment.Can be used with your a spotting scope or your camera.The quick-release plate makes it easy to attach binoculars and has a safety mechanism to prevent them from sliding out unintentionally. It has a two-way fluid pan head which is very easy to use, with a single handle to direct the binoculars where you want them to point.

There is also a balance hook underneath that allows you to add weight if required. The aluminum legs and 6 lbs tripod weight ensure good stability for night sky binocular observing – this is where it beats the Celestron Trailseeker and Ultima binocular tripods (see below). It has a load capacity of 8.8 lbs which is enough for any pair in the SkyMaster range, with the heaviest pair (the 25×100) weighing 8.75 lbs. The Regal Premium is the sturdiest Celestron binocular tripod and is suitable for all models of Celestron SkyMaster binoculars.

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