The Benro Polaris Smart Electric Tripod Head - 3-Axis WiFi Astro Edition

FEATURES:

• Smart camera tripod head
• Wireless control
• Timelapse
• Star GoTo
• Star Tracking
• Panorama
• File synchronize
• 7Kg payload
• Sunrise and Sunset
• IPX6 Waterproof
• Focus Stacking
• Live preview
• Pedestrian removal
• One year warranty

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.

Astrophotography
Polaris is internally integrated with gyroscopes, angle sensors, accelerometers and other sensors. In combination with sky axis accessories and mobile phone applications, Polaris has become an intelligent electric equator, which can automatically search for stars and automatically track stars for long-term exposure, helping photographers take high-quality and efficient sky shots.

Auto Star Searching
After the basic calibration steps, combined with the star database in the mobile app and AI technology, automatic star searching can be started. Polaris will automatically aim the camera lens at the target star.

Single Star Alignment
The polar alignment is required before starting to use the EQ mount. This procedure for traditional EQ mount is generally cumbersome and time-consuming. Polaris uses a faster and easier way to perform the polar alignment. Polaris obtains the longitude, latitude and orientation data of the star through the cooperation of various internal sensors, and then calculates the rotation of the polar axis by the internal processor, and further improves the shooting efficiency.

Star Tracking
In order to eliminate the influence of the earth's rotation and take a clear and sharp picture of the stars during long exposure shooting, the EQ mount function needs to be used for reverse motion compensation. Polaris works cooperatively through a variety of built-in sensors and the internal special and complex reduction gearbox and transmission kit to reach a high tracking accuracy of 0.0025 ° (9 arc seconds), which is equivalent to the rotation angle of the earth in 0.6 seconds. This means that with Polaris when we shoot the sky with long exposure, we can achieve the same result of short exposure 0.6 second, so as to get a clear and sharp picture of stars.

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.


THOUGHTFUL DESIGN:

• Botton Socket (3/8" screw hole, dovetail slot) The tripod screw can be transferred or clamped into the dovetail groove
• Multi-function Control Port Preserved for more external devices in the future
• Aluminum Body The shell is made of high-quality aviation aluminum, which is lightweight and durable without fear of outdoor harsh environment.
• Hand Knob Used to slightly adjust the angle manually.
• 7KG Payload Capable of carrying a variety of professional cameras and lenses. As steady as a mountain with a Benro tripod.
• IPX6 Waterproof Just shoot whenever you want, despite of wind and rain
• High Accuracy Reduction Gears Set Extreme angle control precision, small body, large torque
• Long Duration 2500mAh Li-ion Battery. It supports external power supply, allowing you to spend long nights with it.

TECHNICAL SPECS:

Basic Info:

Name	Polaris
Model	BR203
Weight	1.5 kg/3.3 lbs
Storage Direction  Dimension	160x139x125mm
Max. Load	7KG/15.4lbs
Pitch Mechanical Range	80°: -80°
Pan Mechanical Range	Unlimited
Max. Rotation Speed	7°/s
Angle Accuracy	0.0025°
Torsion	70KG f*cm
Warranty	1 Year

Data Interface:

Camera Control Interface	Type-C
HDMI Interface	Mini HDMI
Shutter Interface	2.5 mm
Camera Status Interface	2.5 mm
Multifunctional Expansion Interface	Type-C (Astro Kit Dedicated Interface)

Network Support:

SIM Card	Nano-SIM
Bluetooth	Bluetooth 4.2
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 2.4G, 5G

Battery Info:

Capacity	11.1V 2500mAh
Type	Li-ion
Charging Time	2.5 hours (under 9V/2A charging condition)
Support Charging Voltage	5V, 9V
Supports Charging Protocols	PD 3.0/Type-C V1.4
Charging Port	Type-C

 

Hardware:

SD Card	micro SD (Max. Capacity is 1 TB)
Materials	Aluminum, Stainless Steel, PC, POM
Tripod Socket	"3/8'' Screw-in (1/4"" screw-in adapter included), Quick-Release Interface"
Camera Installation Method	Quick-Release Plate

 

IN THE BOX:
1x Benro Polaris Smart Electric Tripod Head WiFi Version
1x Quick-release Plate
1x Type-C to Type-C Camera Control Cable
1x Type-C to Micro-USB Camera Control Cable
1x Type-C to mini USB Camera Control Cable
1x 3/8'' to 1/4'' Tripod Screw Adapter
1x Type-C Charging Cable
1x Storage Bag
1x User Manual
1x Astro Kit
1x Type-C to Type-C Astro Kit Control Cable

 

*Please Note: Polaris does not come with a memory card (microSD) or HDMI Cable.