Shutter release

[acorean]

I am looking for a remote shutter release cable for the 40D. I had the RC-1 cable when I owned my XTi and it worked for the most part but it isn't compatible with the 40D.

Can anyone suggest a cable. Do I have to go with the $60 Canon version?

[inthedeck]

Why not get some wireless triggers, like the Pocket Wizards, or Radio Poppers. Search for them, there's tons of Info. Oh, and Adorama has their own version, which is a little cheaper. There's another person on here, that sells the radio transceivers...try searching for TeamSpeed (I think that's him/her). Here you go...click here. (http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=505874)

Good luck.

[MattMoore]

ebay

Search for "40D shutter release"

The cheapie chinese made ones work fine for me, should set you back no more than $10 USD shipped.

[Jon]

Visit the POTN Support Shop (http://www.procameragear.com/potn/) and pick up the POTN Release. It's around $32.

[acorean]

I'm assuming this will work just fine?

http://www.amazon.com/Opteka-Remote-Release-Cord-Digital/dp/B000NVX7EC/ref=pd_bbs_3?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1214867633&sr=8-3

[troypiggo]

I've bought 2 of the ebay cheapies, and both died within about 50 shots. Bought the Canon genuine one and no dramas. I know some ppl have good copies of the cheapies, just my experience.

[DDCSD]

I recommend this wireless one:
http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=522778

Got one from TeamSpeed a few months ago, wireless is very handy.

[acorean]

How long does it take to get the Phottix? I leave for my honeymoon in 10 days

[1downfall]

Visit the POTN Support Shop (http://www.procameragear.com/potn/) and pick up the POTN Release. It's around $32.
in support of POTN as well as a well commented product....I just ordered one...woooot!:):)

[sittingbackrelaxed]

I have the MA-A remote switch by Satechi (17.95 off Amazon) and it works for me just fine. Works with either my 40D or 30D.

[DDCSD]

How long does it take to get the Phottix? I leave for my honeymoon in 10 days

I ordered mine from TS on a Tues and got it on Thurs. Ships from Indiana. He ships every day I think. I'd ask him to be sure he can get it there that quickly to be sure, but I doubt it would be a problem.

And Congrats!!!!!!!!! Where are you going?

[acorean]

Maui and Kauai (5 nights each)

[acorean]

Thanks everyone.

I just ordered the Phottix from TS.

[DDCSD]

Maui and Kauai (5 nights each)

Have fun! I was on Maui for a couple of days and Kauai for a day, wish I had spent more time there. I assume you're taking a helicopter ride? :lol:

[EOS mE]

Why not get some wireless triggers, like the Pocket Wizards, or Radio Poppers. Search for them, there's tons of Info. Oh, and Adorama has their own version, which is a little cheaper. There's another person on here, that sells the radio transceivers...try searching for TeamSpeed (I think that's him/her). Here you go...click here. (http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=505874)

Good luck.

does this radio transmiter allow you to do focus as well?

[DDCSD]

does this radio transmiter allow you to do focus as well?
Yes it does.

[acorean]

Have fun! I was on Maui for a couple of days and Kauai for a day, wish I had spent more time there. I assume you're taking a helicopter ride? :lol:

yes. going to book one on Kauai

[inthedeck]

does this radio transmiter allow you to do focus as well?

As DDCSD said...yeap!

[jrsforums]

As has been said by others, the wireless remotes will AF if the shutter button does AF. This, however, is good/bad news....but "fixable".

When I am using a remote shutter release, either for "no touch" or distance relase of the shutter, I want the camera pre-focused....and not to refocus again...particularly if I am taking multiple shoots of the same scene...for example a group picture where you may need to selectively layer to get everyone looking "right".

Since I have my AF set to only the "back button"....not on the shutter button...I AF, then use the wireless trigger to release shutter when and as often as I like.

BTW....I have used numerous ebay triggers, plus a friends PW setup. I find the Phottix Cleon C8 to be the best of the bunch (as long as long distances are not required). The ability to be wired as well as wireless is an added benefit (and comfort to the fear of dead batteries :lol: ).

[EOS mE]

wow.. thanks for the info.. time to place an order... ;)

EDIT: DOH! out of stock... anyone know where i can find one for my 30D?

[acorean]

PM TeamSpeed and see when he will have more. I must have gotten lucky. Mine shipped two days after I ordered. I must have gotten one of the last ones. I pick it up later on today

[1downfall]

wow.. thanks for the info.. time to place an order... ;)

EDIT: DOH! out of stock... anyone know where i can find one for my 30D?
strange...did I buy something different? I have the "Micnova" wireless shutter release, Straight from PotN for my 30D. Is this different?
Anyhow, shipping and price were great!! thank you

[acorean]

Got my triggers yesterday. Thanks TS. They work great.