AZHUNTER05 Report post Posted June 13, 2020 I recently purchased my first spotting scope and need recommendations on a good tripod adapter that’s not crazy expensive. I’m currently running 15’s on the outdoorsman pistol grip with a panner. I’m looking to buy a head that I can easily/quickly remove my Bino’s from and slide on the spotter. Any suggestions on a good setup? My spotter is a Swarovski HD sts 20-60x80mm (straight). Thanks in advanced, Cameron. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Swivelhead Report post Posted June 13, 2020 https://outdoorsmans.com/collections/tripod-accessories/products/outdoorsmans-adapter-plate Your current setup will work, all you need is the adaptor plate to attach to your spotter. You may want to consider a balance plate: https://outdoorsmans.com/collections/tripod-accessories/products/1-4x20-balance-plate 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AZHUNTER05 Report post Posted June 13, 2020 1 hour ago, Swivelhead said: https://outdoorsmans.com/collections/tripod-accessories/products/outdoorsmans-adapter-plate Your current setup will work, all you need is the adaptor plate to attach to your spotter. You may want to consider a balance plate: https://outdoorsmans.com/collections/tripod-accessories/products/1-4x20-balance-plate Thanks for the info 👍. I was aware that the setup I currently have would work, but I’m concerned that it will be too jerky with a spotting scope. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gr8fuldoug Report post Posted June 13, 2020 Hi Happy to help you on this. By tripod adapter do you mean a head? How long have you had the spotter? The best head would be the Sirui VA5. It's a great fluid head, spring loaded, arca swiss, handle has adjustable angles (great for either sitting or standing) 6 year warranty. This is on promo too. Normally $164.90, now $140.17 and then you get 15% back of that from Sirui in a rebate. We supply the form for you You can e-mail me over the weekend at joel@cameralandny.com (I am out most of today but will get back to you) or call me Monday at 516-217-1000 Have a great day Joel Camera Land 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Swivelhead Report post Posted June 13, 2020 12 hours ago, AZHUNTER05 said: Thanks for the info 👍. I was aware that the setup I currently have would work, but I’m concerned that it will be too jerky with a spotting scope. A two-way fluid movement tripod head is alway the best choice for both bino's and spotters IMO. The only downside to a fluid movement head is additional weight. I like the Outdoorsmans adapters, what I did to solve the "quick change" issue, requires drilling out the 1/4-20 hole to accomodate the 3/8-16 screw for the Outdoorsmans quick change unit. See photos. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
