Benro Polaris Timelapse Edition 2-Axis Smart Tripod Head
The Polaris is the world's first electric tripod head with an integrated camera interface controller. Polaris not only allows you to adjust the composition of a photo, but it enables users to program the intelligent head to capture a series of photographs, take panoramas, or create high-resolution motion timelapses. Polaris also offers a wireless connection so you can do all the above remotely as well as preview, review, and download files via a dedicated app from nearly anywhere.
The Polaris Timelapse Edition features built in modes such as People Remover, Panorama, Motion Timelapse, Dynamic Exposure Timelapse, Focus Stacking, and with the optional Astro add-on module - Star Tracking. With a battery life of over 24 hours and the ability to charge during use – Polaris can shoot all day and then keep going. These modes work with a wide variety of cameras. The compatibility list can be found here.
Polaris also has a redundant onboard and swappable microSD card slot that ensures no images are lost from a shoot. It also enables Polaris to do some rapid editing for you while in the field. Polaris can render Pathlapses, Panoramas, etc., and quickly display previously shot image on your phone.
To keep up with demanding use - Polaris is manufactured from aluminum alloy and stainless steel and is designed to work in the harshest of environments. Thanks to the high-quality build Polaris is rated at an IPX6 water-resistant performance, allowing the head to work even in torrential downpours. Despite its high-quality metal build, Polaris weighs only 1.1kg (2.5lbs) making this a very capable every day or travel tripod head. Even with its low weight Polaris can support camera rigs up to 7kg (15lbs).
Remote Control
Break the shackles of space, and you don't have to wait by the camera all then time. Polaris has a built-in wireless module (WiFi or cellular network). The photographer can make a remote connection through the mobile phone and call various functions of Polaris. Through the data cable connection between Polaris and the camera, users can also control the camera on their mobile phones, preview wirelessly, set ISO, aperture, shutter and other shooting parameters, and take photos or record videos remotely.
Timelapse
Static lapse and dynamic lapse. In the dynamic lapse mode, the photographer only needs to set the key point of the moving path, shooting intervals and camera parameters, and Polaris will do the rest.
Auto Panorama
After setting the composition position and relevant parameters of the camera and lens, Polaris will automatically calculate the rotation angle and the number of photos taken each time, automatically rotate the gimbal and take photos, and finally stitching the photos inside to generate the panoramic photo. The auto panorama function can significantly accelerate the planning efficiency and accuracy, and help photographers efficiently complete the process of panoramic photos.
Sunrise & Sunset
Sunrise and sunset are fleeting, and the preparation time for photographers before shooting is often very tight. In the Polaris app, you can simulate the moving track of the sun, predict the sun's positions that are visually displayed on the phone's screen to help photographers compose pictures in advance. The azimuth angle and time information will be automatically sent to the Polaris. When the sun moves to that position, Polaris will start to control the camera to take pictures automatically.
Focus Stacking
For lenses with auto focus function, Polaris can drive the camera to take continuous photos with different focus points, and then automatically synthesize photos with clear focus of the whole scene, or take photos first and then select the focus.
Pedestrians Removal
It is difficult for photographers to take a clean picture of the scene because of the pedestrians or moving vehicles in the scene Polaris' pedestrian removal function can automatically remove unwanted moving objects or pedestrians in the picture and generate a clean photo.
Highlights:
- The Polaris smart tripod head can capture incredible panoramas, focus stacked images, motion timelapes, and can even remove people from scenes with People Remover.
- All intelligent functions are easily controllable via a companion smart phone App.
- The Benro Polaris Timelapse Edition feaatures and over 24 hour battery life. It can also be charged during use.
- Featuring Benro’s legendary CNC machining for extra strength and rigidity, Polaris supports camera rigs up to 15 lbs.
- Weighing in at 2.5 lbs it’s one of the most portable smart tripod heads on the market, and is ideal for travel.
Features:
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15.4 lb Payload Capable of carrying a variety of professional cameras and lenses. As steady as a mountain with a Benro tripod.
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Botton Socket (3/8" screw hole, dovetail slot) The tripod screw can be transferred or clamped into the dovetail groove
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Multi-function Control Port Preserved for more external devices in the future
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Aluminum Body The shell is made of high-quality aviation aluminum, which is lightweight and durable without fear of outdoor harsh environment.
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Hand Knob Used to slightly adjust the angle manually.
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IPX6 Waterproof Just shoot whenever you want, despite of wind and rain
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High Accuracy Reduction Gears Set Extreme angle control precision, small body, large torque
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Long Duration 2500mAh Li-ion Battery. It supports external power supply, allowing you to spend long nights with it.
Compatible With:
Memory Cards:
- micro SD (Max. Capacity is 1 TB)
Dimensions:
Tripod Head: 5.71 x 5.47 x 4.29"
Quick Release Plate: 4 x 1.5"
Weight:
2.51 lbs
Materials:
Aluminum, Stainless Steel, PC, POM
Product SKU:
BR203
In The Box:
Benro Polaris Timelapse Edition 2-Axis Smart Tripod Head
Benro Polaris Quick Release Plate
Benro Polaris USB Type-C to Type-C Camera Control Cable
Benro Polaris USB Type-C to Micro-USB Camera Control Cable
Benro Polaris USB Type-C to Mini-USB Camera Control Cable
3/8"-16 to 1/4"-20 Tripod Bushing Adapter
Benro Polaris Smart Tripod Head Carrying Case
User Manual
Limited 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty
Note: microSD memory card and Mini-HDMI Cable are Sold Separately.
