Motion sensor triggers for camera to capture wildlife
Dec 21, 2017 11:22:27 #
The http://www.pixcontroller.com/PixLE/PixLE_LANC.htm is all set up add batteries and plug it into your camera with a LANC cable.
MT Shooter wrote:
The majority of Lightning Triggers also offer motion detection. Both of mine do and they have sensitivity adjustment to control how much motion triggers them.
Dec 21, 2017 11:39:12 #
sourdough58 wrote:
The http://www.pixcontroller.com/PixLE/PixLE_LANC.htm is all set up add batteries and plug it into your camera with a LANC cable.
My main trigger is the Strike Finder Elite from Ubertronix. Lightning, motion, and sound triggering. Have had this one for about 5 years and still works perfectly under any conditions.
Dec 21, 2017 15:11:32 #
Dan Copeland wrote:
https://www.amazon.com/IS335-WIRED-Motion-Detector-Honeywell/dp/B00TYY8LR2/ref=pd_sim_421_11?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=EJ46NG2G5QBCNPE167VG
Some PIR motion detectors have 5 terminals 2 are voltage in 12V + -, the other 3 are the relay contacts Common, Normally Closed and Normally Open so they would hookup to a trigger cable plugged into the cameras remote trigger.
when motion is detected it would activate the camera
here is one on ebay for 5 bucks
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Wired-PIR-Motion-Detector-Intrusion-Infrared-Alarm-Sensor-w-NC-NO-for-Security-/332319750430
it has to have NO and NC contacts
Dan C
Dec 21, 2017 15:21:04 #
One of our members Bozsik photographs bats at night using flash with a trigger system. Also catches jumping spiders in mid flight.. He's posted a diagram explaining his set up for the bats. Send him a private message, I'm sure he'll help.
Dec 21, 2017 21:03:39 #
Dan Copeland wrote:
If you use a canon look at this firmware for canon
http://magiclantern.wikia.com/wiki/Magic_Lantern_Firmware_Wiki
or
http://chdk.wikia.com/wiki/CHDK
both have motion detetion I have used ML on my 5DII to capture birds landing on my feeder
http://magiclantern.wikia.com/wiki/Magic_Lantern_Firmware_Wiki
or
http://chdk.wikia.com/wiki/CHDK
both have motion detetion I have used ML on my 5DII to capture birds landing on my feeder
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Dec 22, 2017 06:53:07 #
billnikon
Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont
JPL wrote:
I was looking for a motion sensor trigger to use o... (show quote)
Here you go. And, you can also read the ratings by actual users.
https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_ss_sc_1_16?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=wildlife+trail+camera&sprefix=wild+life+trail+%2Caps%2C208&crid=AI8HEGIN3XYJ
Dec 22, 2017 07:33:36 #
MJKilpatrick
Loc: Cape May, NJ
Hi JPL,
There are a lot of choices, some more sophisticated than others including the ability to build it yourself. But, take a look at the links. I have used several beam systems but never used a single beam, always used two beams crossed so there is one single triggering point that you can focus the camera.....systems will not trigger unless both beams are broken thus making that one point a single point of breach.......simply your camera will be on that one point and the camera will not go off unless the subject crosses through that one point. I mostly used this cross beam technique to photograph at night with flash.
Here are two links that might help. One is a product link, the other is a technique link........Look through some of the posts on Joe McDonald's sight.......he has used these types of triggering systems for years and has some post and photos on the site.
I hope this helps.
https://www.cognisys-inc.com/products/rangeir/rangeir.php
http://hoothollow.com/Question%20of%20the%20Month/July%202014%20Remote%20Photography.html
There are a lot of choices, some more sophisticated than others including the ability to build it yourself. But, take a look at the links. I have used several beam systems but never used a single beam, always used two beams crossed so there is one single triggering point that you can focus the camera.....systems will not trigger unless both beams are broken thus making that one point a single point of breach.......simply your camera will be on that one point and the camera will not go off unless the subject crosses through that one point. I mostly used this cross beam technique to photograph at night with flash.
Here are two links that might help. One is a product link, the other is a technique link........Look through some of the posts on Joe McDonald's sight.......he has used these types of triggering systems for years and has some post and photos on the site.
I hope this helps.
https://www.cognisys-inc.com/products/rangeir/rangeir.php
http://hoothollow.com/Question%20of%20the%20Month/July%202014%20Remote%20Photography.html
Dec 22, 2017 07:35:15 #
Gitchigumi wrote:
There are probably solutions to connect a motion sensor to camera. I don't know of any, but I do know that there are "Trail Cameras" available. Those use IR at night, provides sensor, light source and camera all in one package. Just strap it to a tree or something like that. All are battery powered. Good luck! Hope you can capture the critters with some photos! 👍
Right, and can do both still and video. Lots of models available.
Dec 22, 2017 08:32:55 #
MJKilpatrick wrote:
Hi JPL, br br There are a lot of choices, some mo... (show quote)
Hi. Thanks, this is kind of what I was looking for. Will have a better look at those triggers.
Dec 22, 2017 09:21:47 #
PGHphoto
Loc: Pittsburgh, PA
JPL wrote:
I was looking for a motion sensor trigger to use o... (show quote)
I think a dedicated trail cam might be better for capturing the wildlife as some have suggested. If you are using Canon gear, Magic Lantern has a motion activated feature as part of the downloaded software. While I used the software on some older models previously, I just started using Magic Lantern on my 5DII and can't report on its effectiveness for motion activated shooting. Maybe somebody has used the feature ???
Dec 22, 2017 09:23:15 #
JPL wrote:
I was looking for a motion sensor trigger to use o... (show quote)
Try this
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1152947-REG/ubertronix_2802_strike_finder_touch_mc30.html
Dec 22, 2017 10:26:38 #
peterg
Loc: Santa Rosa, CA
Although perhaps not the best for most wildlife, for other things (e.g. light, sound, laser beam, etc.) I use a "MIOPS" camera & flash trigger. http://www.miops.com
Dec 22, 2017 11:06:52 #
John Maher
Loc: Northern Virginia
Not sure exactly what you are looking for but consider a trail camera.
They record date, time, temp, and moon phase. Mine does barometric pressure also.
They come with white flash (color at night) and both "Lo Glo" and "No Glo" IR illumination.
Some even do live over internet.
Stills up to 14mp and 1080 video.
Lots of brands, wide range of prices, features, and prices.
And they are weatherproof
Find a a deer hunter or wildlife biologist. Also search under camera trapping.
And watch for sales at sporting goods stores (e.g., Bass Pro, Cabela, Dicks, and locals.
They record date, time, temp, and moon phase. Mine does barometric pressure also.
They come with white flash (color at night) and both "Lo Glo" and "No Glo" IR illumination.
Some even do live over internet.
Stills up to 14mp and 1080 video.
Lots of brands, wide range of prices, features, and prices.
And they are weatherproof
Find a a deer hunter or wildlife biologist. Also search under camera trapping.
And watch for sales at sporting goods stores (e.g., Bass Pro, Cabela, Dicks, and locals.
Dec 22, 2017 11:45:48 #
JPL wrote:
I was looking for a motion sensor trigger to use o... (show quote)
Stay away from Trail cams unless you want low quality record of wildlife.
I use two models of sensors for my captures. The one I use the most is made by Cognisys Systems. They offer a wide selection of capturing equipment that will operate your camera. Since you said you wanted to trigger your camera and not use a trail cam. The trail cameras are decent for just recording what is around, but if you are wanting to capture decent images with your own equipment Check out the Cognisys site.
They have both IR and laser triggers.
https://www.cognisys-inc.com/index.php
I use them for my high-speed stuff all the time.
As a small caveat, the equipment is a small part of the process. Learn more about the specific wildlife you are attempting to capture as well. You will have a greater success rate than randomly setting a camera up in your yard. Many individuals acquire the equipment and are disappointed in the results. It takes me several hours to capture something like the jumping spiders in action. Be patient.
Dec 22, 2017 12:02:38 #
Bozsik wrote:
Stay away from Trail cams unless you want low qual... (show quote)
Thanks for this info. This is kind of what I am looking for.
I know where the wildlife I want to capture is travelling through my backyard so I think it will at least be easy to get them in the picture but surely it will be a work of trial and error until I get something useful from this.
And your pics are great
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