Canon RC-1 Wireless Remote Control for Select DSLR Cameras
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Digital Cameras Photo Reviews of Canon RC-1 Wireless Remote Control for Select DSLR Cameras
Customer Review: Exactly what you expect form an infrared remote
Summary: 5 Stars
It works as advertised. Its size really surprised me; it was smaller than what I thought. And its utility was something I never doubted.
The only reason I bought this wireless remote (as opposed to a wired one) is that I can be in front of the camera and take photos with me in them and not be limited to a certain distance. Also, by selecting the 2 second delay mode, I can conveniently hide the remote before the shot is taken. I took a lot of such shots on a recent trip to Paris, by keeping the camera on a tripod, manually focus the camera, and then clicking by the remote. The remote has a 'case' that can be put on the camera itself, so I never forget to carry it.
Another issue I remember reading about is the remote's ability to shoot in bulb mode. Its really simple; click once to start the exposure and once again to stop the exposure. You don't have to keep the button pressed and hence worry about keeping the remote in front of the camera all the time (something I also believed at one point).
Customer Review: Excellent
Summary: 5 Stars
Not much to say here that hasn't been said. The RC1 does exactly what you think it does: triggers the shutter on my XT (and many other Canon cameras) remotely.
Two simple controls: a three position switch (off, immediate, 2 second delay) and a trigger. Set your camera to timer mode, point this little guy at the infrared sensor on the front of the camera, and click. That simple. I use it to trigger long exposure macros, and it works perfectly. It's also great for group shots that I want to appear in (use the 2 second delay).
Comes with a base that slides onto the camera strap, allowing it to be stored on the strap itself when not in use, then unclipped when you need it. I've had it for a year, left it on for months, and have yet to change the battery.
The ONLY improvement I could think of is if the system were radio frequency so that you didn't need to point it at the camera - but since the cameras themselves aren't set up that way, I can't ding it a star.
Great.
Customer Review: Not the cheapest solution, but probably the best
Summary: 5 Stars
Ok, so I'll admit - the only reason I originally bought this was because I figured a Canon accessory was better than a no-name accessory that was $5 cheaper. I knew that might be a mistake, but I risked it.
Turns out I was right - this risk paid off, and I'm very happy with it.
The big feature that this has going for it is that it is designed from scratch to fit easily onto your camera strap, so you can always have it with the camera (and it stays there really securely).
This means I don't have to worry about carrying MORE stuff with me. Anything that means I have more options when taking photos without any additional fuss is worth a few dollars.
For the rest, well it does exactly what it is supposed to. It's not going to improve your photos, but it will let you do things that are hard - if not impossible - to do without a remote.
Highly recommended for all levels of skill & ability. You will use this.
Customer Review: Does its job well
Summary: 5 Stars
The RC-1 is a simple, effective device that controls the shutter on a compatible model of camera. (I use it with a Canon Rebel XSi.) It can be used simply to trigger a shot, or to trigger it after a two-second delay. When the camera is in Bulb mode (for long exposures), you click the RC-1 once to open the shutter, and then again to close it. This is all it does; you'll need to go to the camera if you want to adjust the focus, the aperture, the exposure time, the ISO setting, or anything else.
I mostly use the RC-1 for long telephoto shots and long-exposure night shots that would be ruined by the small vibrations that are caused by pressing the shutter release button on the camera. It does this job well.
The RC-1 also comes with a simple mounting bracket that fits onto your camera strap. When the RC-1 is on the bracket, it is held securely and won't fall off, but it's easy to remove by pressing the release button.
Customer Review: Great Remote
Summary: 5 Stars
I purchased this remote to help take family photos, or long exposure shots of the sky at night so I won't jiggle the camera. So far it works great! I have not had to replace the batteries and I often leave it on for weeks at a time because I'll forget to turn it off. So I guess it only uses up battery power when you press the shutter button. Its range is pretty good too. If conditions are optimal you can probably use it from twenty-five feet away. But I've never had any trouble with not being able to get far enough away from my camera.
The remote is very simple to use. It has essentially three modes. Off, Shoot, and Two-Second Delay. It comes with a little thingy that allows you to keep it on your neck strap when you're not using it, then just pop it off when you need it. I find it gets in the way though, so if I know I'm going to be needing it I'll just keep it in my pocket. Most of the time it stays in my camera bag though.