10D remote release cord

[perfectpixel]

Hi All,
which remote release cord do you guys use with the 10D?
I'm tempted to be cheap and get the basic one (sorry I don't know the model number). Is that short sighted? Not sure what usable functionalities the more expensive ones offer.
Any advice?
-cheers

[openspace]

I use the RS-80N3. The TC-80N3 features various built in timer functions - self timer, interval timer and the like - plus a shutter release count function and a small LCD screen. But, heck, we're only talking about a cord that's 2.6 feet long - take a step and set and check all these functions on your camera. Go for the basic RS-80N3 and save your money.

Now if the TC-80N3 was wireless. Hmmm, now that would be interesting.

[thill]

I just bought the TC-80N3. I have been wanting to play around with longer exposure evening and night photography. I can dial in my exposure time, fire it off, then walk around, go back in the house, or whatever and not have to keep an eye on the time. I have not used any of the more advanced functions yet but you can dial in the interval between shots, the number of shots, and even exposure time. If that is not enough you can also set the self timer so that the sequence does not happen now but at some delay (up to 99 hrs) that you set. I may try the self timer so that I have my shot setup (composure, focus, etc) then have the camera fire after dark.

I do think for the price, the display could have been bigger as it is quite small.

[nucki]

I use the normal one. RS-80 N3 and I'm quite happy with the results. ok, its the basic one, without any further features but it is what it is, a cable release without anything else.

If you want to spend the extra $$ for the better one, and if there is no lack of money in your purse ;-) then get the better one. if not, the cheaper one is a good alternative.

best regards
Peter

[Longwatcher]

openspace wrote:
I use the RS-80N3. The TC-80N3 features various built in timer functions - self timer, interval timer and the like - plus a shutter release count function and a small LCD screen. But, heck, we're only talking about a cord that's 2.6 feet long - take a step and set and check all these functions on your camera. Go for the basic RS-80N3 and save your money.


Just a note: I have the 100 foot extension cable that works with both remotes, so that 2.6 foot is really not a limitation with a little bit more money.

The only problem with the cable is it was expensive (said Canon on it) and I keep tripping over it. I never have opened it up all the way, about 25 feet is the most I have needed to date, but it works great, when I need the extra range.

[Canuck]

Hi!
I too have the RS-80N3 and have been pointing the camera skyward and man are the pics sharp. The moon pic that is posted on this site was done without the cable release and recon it has the telltale jiggle of pressing down on the shutter button. Here it is in case you're interested:
http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=17348
I was playing around with the kit this past weekend taking pics of the moon. Man it makes me feel weird that I'm taking these pics. I'm no one special, but to have pro quality pics takes a lot of work. I'm finding out that the lens has a lot to do with this! It was an unusually great night for astrophotography! England, especially in the winter is known for having overcast skies and rain/sleet/snow. This ought to be interesting, as it was an extremely mild summer and wondering if it will be a particularly nasty winter. Bring it on!! Throw me your best shot in winter weather!! I haven't seen a real winter in 7 years running.

Sometime in the not too distant future, I'm trying to get together with one of my friends and do some real astrophotography with his telescope vs my 120-300mm lens. It works great for moon pics, but effectively 480mm isn't cutting it. I recon it needs to be around 1000-1500mm more to do what I'm looking for.

Cheers from England,
Canuck

[CyberDyneSystems]

I have the standard and can not for see any reason to want a timer on a cable release. (for my own needs)

To avoid the added cost of the 100 foot cable,. I merely cut the existing cable in half,. and using radio shack parts and a soldering iron attached male and female three conducter couplings.

I can insert a longer 3 conducter cable of my own making with the same male female parts. ( mine is about 25 feet, 100 is too much)

[DonCoon]

longwatcher wrote:
openspace wrote:
I use the RS-80N3. The TC-80N3 features various built in timer functions - self timer, interval timer and the like - plus a shutter release count function and a small LCD screen. But, heck, we're only talking about a cord that's 2.6 feet long - take a step and set and check all these functions on your camera. Go for the basic RS-80N3 and save your money.


Just a note: I have the 100 foot extension cable that works with both remotes, so that 2.6 foot is really not a limitation with a little bit more money.

The only problem with the cable is it was expensive (said Canon on it) and I keep tripping over it. I never have opened it up all the way, about 25 feet is the most I have needed to date, but it works great, when I need the extra range.

Just a note to the note : ) I too have the 2.6' RS-80N3. For $8 plus the cost of 3 conductor cable (had 20' in my junk box) I made my own extension cable. Buy 2 male and 2 female 1/8" stereo jacks from RS(#274-274 #274-284). Solder a male and female onto the extension. Cut the RS-80N3 cable and install a male and female connector.

Without the extension in place, simply plug the two connectors on the RS-80N3 together for a standard 2.6' cable. Insert the extension for added reach.

Takes some soldering skills and good eyes cuz the jacks are small. Well worth the small investment.

[CyberDyneSystems]

:)

Great minds think a like :)