Telescope camera/smartphone mount Carson HookUpz 2.0 Width 109 mm Depth 58 mm Height 114 mm

Use the HookUpz 2.0™ IS-200 to connect your smartphone to a wide range of optics — binoculars, monoculars, spotting scopes, telescopes, microscopes, borescopes, slit lamps, night-vision devices and more. The mount lets you digitally record and capture what you see through the optic and immediately share images and video via text, email or social media. The unit is compact and lightweight and includes a hard foam carrying case for storage.

Advantages

The patented HookUpz 2.0™ is built to accommodate most modern smartphones including larger phones and phablets, even when they have protective cases fitted. A dedicated phone clamp and optic cam lock provide a secure grip to both the phone and the eyepiece. The mounting system fits eyepieces with an outer diameter of 25–58 mm and offers quick, tool-free attachment for fast setup.

Suitable for

• Astrophotography and documenting celestial events through telescopes
• Field observation with binoculars or spotting scopes
• Laboratory imaging with microscopes
• Inspection work using borescopes or slit lamps
• Night-vision recording and wildlife observation

Key specifications

• Compatible eyepiece outer diameter: 25–58 mm
• Accepts most smartphones and phablets, including devices with cases
• Weight: 0.137 kg
• Dimensions (approx.): width 109 mm × depth 58 mm × height 114 mm
• Includes hard foam carrying case

How to use

Position the HookUpz 2.0 over the eyepiece of your optic and tighten the optic cam lock to secure the mount to the eyepiece. Place your smartphone in the phone clamp and adjust until the phone camera is aligned with the eyepiece. Tighten the phone clamp to hold the device firmly. Open your phone camera or recording app and fine-tune alignment by adjusting the mount and the phone until the image is clear. Record photos or video as needed and transfer or share files from your smartphone.

Recommendations

For best results, start with the lowest magnification or a wider field optic to align the camera, then increase magnification as needed. Ensure the phone is firmly clamped and check alignment after changing eyepieces. Store the mount in the included foam case to protect it when not in use.