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Jan 06, 2015 16:36 | #1

I have a Canon PowerShot A590 IS, and I want to get a remote shutter release for long exposures. My owners manual's list of accessories doesn't list anything available through Canon. Is there something out there either a Canon product or after market that will solve my problem?

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Jan 24, 2015 14:00 | #2

I don't think that your camera has a connection for a shutter release. What comes to my mind is to use a manual mode and a self timer instead.

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Jan 25, 2015 09:08 | #3

There is no InfraRed wireless remote either so you are stuck with using the self-timer function.

If you are "adventurous" there is a software program called CHDK that you can install on your camera. http://chdk.wikia.com/wiki/CHDK

It includes a hack for your USB port to be used as a remote shutter release.

span style="font-weight: bold;"]What is CHDK?

Canon Hack Development Kit

Temporary – No permanent changes are made to the camera.
Experimental - No warranty. Read about the risks in the FAQ
Free – free to use and modify, released under the GPL.

Features

Professional control - RAW files, bracketing, full manual control over exposure, zebra mode, live histogram, grids, etc.
Motion detection - Trigger exposure in response to motion, fast enough to catch lightning.
USB remote - Simple DIY remote allows you to control your camera remotely.
Scripting - Control CHDK and camera features using uBASIC and Lua scripts. Enables time lapse, motion detection, advanced bracketing, and more.

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