remote shutter release needed? I have a D3100,with a AF-S Nikkor 55-200.I wanted to know if you need a remote shutter release for photographing extended shutter release shot's of star...

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remote shutter release needed?

Mar 18, 2014 10:45:11 #

timepass Loc: Yardley,PA

I have a D3100,with a AF-S Nikkor 55-200.I wanted to know if you need a remote shutter release for photographing extended shutter release shot's of star trails,moon shots...etc.Any info would be very helpful.

Mar 18, 2014 10:51:13 #

sarge69 Loc: Ft Myers, FL

Shutterboss Vello does a great job.

Sarge69

Mar 18, 2014 10:51:18 #

PhotoJoe Loc: WASHINGTON

Yes, amazon has them. I got a nikon MC DC2 shutter release with a hold button for a reasonable price. It's not digital or anything, but it works.

Mar 18, 2014 11:03:34 #

timepass Loc: Yardley,PA

Thanks for your response,I'll definitely look into them both.

Mar 18, 2014 11:15:59 #

LFingar Loc: Claverack, NY

A remote release makes long exposures much easier when using your "Bulb" setting and also eliminates camera shake that can occur just from pushing the shutter button. Mirror lockup is another feature that can eliminate camera shake when using a tripod because the mirror swings up when you release the shutter normally and causes vibration. Turning off image stabilization is also recommended. When on a tripod some stabilization systems will hunt and actually create some blurring.

Mar 18, 2014 17:07:18 #

timepass Loc: Yardley,PA

Thanks for your help,I learn a lot from UHH.

Mar 18, 2014 17:15:03 #

SharpShooter Loc: NorCal

sarge69 wrote:

Shutterboss Vello does a great job.Sarge69

I have the wireless Vello. If I recall, it had more functions and is much more versatile than the less expensive wired models, as it will go easily 50 feet and more. Good luck. ;-)
SS

Mar 19, 2014 08:25:56 #

BboH Loc: s of 2/21, Ellicott City, MD

Never had a 3100 - doesn't it have a Bulb setting?

Mar 19, 2014 10:55:41 #

timepass Loc: Yardley,PA

The D3100 does have a bulb setting,but I need a shutter release for an extended exposure.

Mar 19, 2014 10:56:11 #

timepass Loc: Yardley,PA

The D3100 does have a bulb setting,but I need a shutter release for an extended exposure.

Mar 19, 2014 11:03:39 #

pelirrojo Loc: Duluth, MN

I have a Vivitar viv-rc-all that works well with one exception.. won't work at temps lower than 15 degrees below 0 F, which if you're in Florida is not a problem but it is here in MN,

Mar 19, 2014 14:26:50 #

LFingar Loc: Claverack, NY

pelirrojo wrote:

I have a Vivitar viv-rc-all that works well with one exception.. won't work at temps lower than 15 degrees below 0 F, which if you're in Florida is not a problem but it is here in MN,

I don't expect that to be a problem with my remote here in upstate NY. At 15 below I will be inside, nice and warm, looking at someone else's winter photos!

Mar 19, 2014 15:26:25 #

flip6 Loc: New Braunfels TX

http://triggertrap.com

Best and easiest with DIY wiring available for the undaunted. iPhone and android apps available I believe.

Mar 20, 2014 02:57:33 #

saxkiwi Loc: New Zealand

timepass wrote:

Just look on ebay and you'll find them. Enter your camera make and model. Around $12 from china but do the trick. you can get them with a timer also.

Mar 20, 2014 12:51:19 #

timepass Loc: Yardley,PA

Thanks for your responses.

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