Being a bird, wildlife and sport enthusiast means using big and heavy lenses. That used to mean using big and heavy support and special "long lens techniques". Over time heavy lenses cause play to develop in the camera lens mount. Tripod collars never seemed to lock solidly enough which resulted in critical focus issues. Handholding a heavy lens was almost impossible as well. This often meant many shots missed while trying to "set up". There are other solutions for hand holding available, but they only address one issue. And when utilized they are not much more stable than using nothing at all.
After several prototypes and years of field testing, we developed the SharpShooter Camera Mount rifle stock to solve all of these problems. With the Sharp Shooter Camera Mount your camera and lens effectively handles like a proper rifle for quick and accurate response to rapidly changing photo opportunities. Most users can easily hand hold a 500mm f/4 lens (3kg, 6.6lbs) for extended periods, some can even hand hold 600mm f/4 and 800mm f/5.6 (6kg, 12.5lb) lenses with stability for short periods.
But you don't have to hand hold with the SharpShooter system! Simply mount it to any existing tripod, monopod, or other arca compatible suport. When you want to use it hand held you just unclamp it and you are ready to go! When used with a tripod it's no longer a tripod. By securely making you a part of the SharpShooter system it becomes a pentapod support! It's as stable and accurate as any system used by a marksman making precision 1000yd shots! The many benefits of the SharpShooter system include:
Highly configurable modular system.
Six position shoulder stock adjustable for length.
Turns your camera and lens into a hand held "rifle".
Trigger works just like the camera's shutter button.
Increases speed and acuracy.
Attachable to any Arca Swiss compatible plate.
Attaches and removes instantly.
Heavy duty 3.25" Arca Swiss clamp adjustable for camera angle.
Lightweight and compact- 1.5lbs and approx. 10.5" x 6" collapsed (not including accessories).
* requires cable in order to control autofocus and shutter release
$234.00; $249.00 with connecting cable (limited inventory at this price)
Best/most versatile with the lens and stock attached to a Monorail (sold separately).
See mounting a stock, attaching a strap, and the photos/videos section for more information on options you may want or need.
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shown with accessories not included)
***UPDATE: Remington has shut down the Tapco division; makers of the donor stock modified to remanufacture the CameraMount, and we can no longer purchase them directly from the manufacturer. We have purchased all of the remaining inventory that could be located at reasonable cost. Occasionally we find a few more on the market, but when they are gone there will be no more.
BLACK CAMERA MOUNT
For cable compatibility lists, pictures, or to order additional cables see the CABLES page
NOTE*- These mounts/stocks are intended for wildlife photography/spotting... it is potentially a really bad idea to go wandering downtown after dark with one.
By purchasing one of our SharpShooter CameraMounts you agree that we are not responsible for your actions, nor those of third parties.
The SharpShooter Scope Mount:
Due to popular request. No switches/wiring. Made with a smaller 1.5" arca swiss clamp; or it can optionally be made with a Manfrotto compatible clamp on request.
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