Listen "Episode 57: Remote Triggered"
Episode Synopsis
It’s time to step away from your camera. No, not put it away for the holidays—we’re talking about triggering the camera remotely! In this episode, Jeff and Kirk talk about various ways to trip the shutter from afar, such as using an Apple Watch to control the Camera app on an iPhone, remote cable releases, and products that control a mirrorless or DSLR via apps.
Hosts:
Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson)
Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn)
Subscribe to the PhotoActive Instagram account (http://instagram.com/photoactive_podcast/)
Show Notes:
(View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-57-remote-trigger))
Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2)
Episode 39: Tripods with Mason Marsh (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-39-tripods)
Fuji X Secrets Book (https://amzn.to/2OSk4VA), by Rico Pfirstinger
Fujifilm RR-100 Remote Shutter Release Controller (https://amzn.to/37D1Rmo)
Canon RS60-E3 remote cable release replacement by Fotodiox (https://amzn.to/34XmW9i)
David Burnett's camera at House Impeachment hearings (https://twitter.com/davidb383/status/1194622347845742597)
Photographer David Burnett on shooting his third impeachment: 'I felt that historic pang' (https://www.dpreview.com/interviews/3890334822/interview-with-photographer-david-burnett-i-felt-that-historic-pang), DPReview
MIOPS Mobile Dongle (https://www.miops.com/products/mobile-dongle-kit?ref=grid6)
Fotyrig 1/4" Mini Ball Head Ring Light Adapter Hot Shoe Mount Adapter (https://amzn.to/33O36vW)
TriggerTrap Mobile review: control your camera’ shutter with your iOS device (http://www.macworld.com/article/2365144/triggertrap-mobile-review-control-your-cameras-shutter-with-your-ios-device.html), Macworld (Note: In the episode, Jeff misremembered the brand of trigger this article was about.)
App-based camera triggers: Alpine Labs Spark vs Miops Mobile Dongle (https://www.dpreview.com/reviews/trigger-happy-alpine-labs-spark-and-miops-mobile-dongle?utm_source=self-desktop&utm_medium=marquee&utm_campaign=traffic_source#viewComments), DPReview
Our Snapshots:
Jeff: FOTOMIX LB-XT3 for Fujifilm X-T3 Camera Quick Release L-Bracket & Camera Mount Vertical Grip (https://amzn.to/37HuZJ4)
Kirk: Zona, A Book about a Film about a Journey to a Room (https://aax-us-east.amazon-adsystem.com/x/c/QtfsLFpw5SPrImS5q8hHzw4AAAFu2CQcnQEAAAFKAYEbhR8/http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0307390314/kirkmcelhearn?creativeASIN=0307390314&linkCode=w61&imprToken=xH5Jb8jPetSBUyd9HZVAag&slotNum=0), by Geoff Dyer
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Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, such as at Amazon.com, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
Hosts:
Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson)
Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn)
Subscribe to the PhotoActive Instagram account (http://instagram.com/photoactive_podcast/)
Show Notes:
(View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-57-remote-trigger))
Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2)
Episode 39: Tripods with Mason Marsh (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-39-tripods)
Fuji X Secrets Book (https://amzn.to/2OSk4VA), by Rico Pfirstinger
Fujifilm RR-100 Remote Shutter Release Controller (https://amzn.to/37D1Rmo)
Canon RS60-E3 remote cable release replacement by Fotodiox (https://amzn.to/34XmW9i)
David Burnett's camera at House Impeachment hearings (https://twitter.com/davidb383/status/1194622347845742597)
Photographer David Burnett on shooting his third impeachment: 'I felt that historic pang' (https://www.dpreview.com/interviews/3890334822/interview-with-photographer-david-burnett-i-felt-that-historic-pang), DPReview
MIOPS Mobile Dongle (https://www.miops.com/products/mobile-dongle-kit?ref=grid6)
Fotyrig 1/4" Mini Ball Head Ring Light Adapter Hot Shoe Mount Adapter (https://amzn.to/33O36vW)
TriggerTrap Mobile review: control your camera’ shutter with your iOS device (http://www.macworld.com/article/2365144/triggertrap-mobile-review-control-your-cameras-shutter-with-your-ios-device.html), Macworld (Note: In the episode, Jeff misremembered the brand of trigger this article was about.)
App-based camera triggers: Alpine Labs Spark vs Miops Mobile Dongle (https://www.dpreview.com/reviews/trigger-happy-alpine-labs-spark-and-miops-mobile-dongle?utm_source=self-desktop&utm_medium=marquee&utm_campaign=traffic_source#viewComments), DPReview
Our Snapshots:
Jeff: FOTOMIX LB-XT3 for Fujifilm X-T3 Camera Quick Release L-Bracket & Camera Mount Vertical Grip (https://amzn.to/37HuZJ4)
Kirk: Zona, A Book about a Film about a Journey to a Room (https://aax-us-east.amazon-adsystem.com/x/c/QtfsLFpw5SPrImS5q8hHzw4AAAFu2CQcnQEAAAFKAYEbhR8/http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0307390314/kirkmcelhearn?creativeASIN=0307390314&linkCode=w61&imprToken=xH5Jb8jPetSBUyd9HZVAag&slotNum=0), by Geoff Dyer
Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered.
If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more.
Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, such as at Amazon.com, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
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