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What is a binocular mount?
Home » Astronomy » Binocular & Telescope Mounts » What is a binocular mount?While a pair of large binoculars can be adapted to fit almost any style of mount and tripod, there are three types you see most commonly used.
The first is a parallelogram like device that is weighted on one end. These hold the binoculars perfectly steady at any angle and allow the viewer to adjust manually with a smooth and uncomplicated motion while holding the binoculars. These are generally expensive, but many plans are available to build your own.
The second is a fluid panhead device on a tripod just like a camera mounts on. It will allow the viewer to adjust the binoculars at any angle using controls and offers the stability of the tripod. These are considerably less expensive and available anywhere camera supplies are available.
The third is called a monopod, sometimes referred to as a “finnstick.” Very lightweight, very portable and inexpensive, it is a single, adjustable height post to which binoculars mount at any angle. While the viewer must hold the post steady, it greatly reduces muscle strain from balancing larger models.
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