NOMAD Balancing Counterweight Kit

  • Can the ball head in this kit be used as a regular ball head when the counterweight kit is not needed for the setup?

    Yes. The ball head included in this kit can be used as a standard ball head for everyday photography. When the counterweight system is not needed, you can simply detach it and use the ball head on its own for regular shooting setups.

  • Do I have to buy the NOMAD Balancing Counterweight Kit?

    No, the balancing kit is not required for every setup. The NOMAD is designed to work perfectly on its own, especially with lightweight cameras and wide-angle lenses. In these cases, you do not need the counterweight system at all. The balancing kit is an optional accessory designed for users wh...

  • How to Setup the Balancing Counterweight kit?

      Setup Instructions 1. Attach the Ball HeadSecure the ball head directly onto the NOMAD rotating plate. ⚠️ Important: The ball head must be mounted directly on the NOMAD. It cannot be installed on top of a V-mount plate to function as a counterweight system. 2. Assemble the Counterweight ...

  • Latest Stock Information

    US Warehouse: 9 units in stock (Ships to US addresses only) EU Warehouse: 3 units in stock (Ships only to regions supported by the EU warehouse) Canada Warehouse: Out of stock (New stock expected in late June) China Warehouse: Out of stock (New stock expected in early June) If you have any qu...

  • Review Video🙋See the Counterweight Kit in Real Use

    Watch Javier Rosano test the counterweight kit with a 135mm lens and see how it improves stability when using longer, heavier setups. With proper polar alignment, it helps reduce micro vibrations, delivering more consistent, round stars at longer exposures. 👉 Best for: Telephoto lenses (100mm+) ...

  • What is the NOMAD Balancing Counterweight Kit for?

    The NOMAD Balancing Counterweight Kit is designed to improve balance, stability, and tracking performance in your astrophotography setup, especially when using heavier lenses or shooting at higher elevation angles. When your camera and lens setup becomes front-heavy (typically around 2 kg or more...

  • Without ball head🤔Can I order just the counterweight without the ball head I have too many ballheads?

    Sorry, the ball head in this kit cannot be removed, as it is specially designed to work with the counterweight arm. It includes a dedicated screw hole for attaching the counterweight arm, so a standard ball head would not be compatible.