Tethered shooting with d5100 and LR
Nov 11, 2014 09:44:38 #
I am interested in doing some stop motion video with my D5100 and LR 5.6. I have searched B&H for the correct cable and asked them which one I need to do this but their answer was the same USB cable that came with the camera for downloading pictures to LR which works fine for that function. However when this cable is connected, LR tether selection says no camera connected. LR looks like it is ready to go otherwise.
I have checked several resources but all I have read seem to indicate that it should work.
Just now thought that I should search this site but as this is my 1st post I don't want to abort it. I have been a "lurker" here for some time before I actually registered and have learned much from all of you. Thanks in advance!
I have checked several resources but all I have read seem to indicate that it should work.
Just now thought that I should search this site but as this is my 1st post I don't want to abort it. I have been a "lurker" here for some time before I actually registered and have learned much from all of you. Thanks in advance!
Nov 11, 2014 09:48:13 #
Nov 11, 2014 10:27:20 #
Cables explained:
http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/computer-cable-types-user/
A universal adapter kit $5:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/10pcs-OTG-5-pin-F-M-mini-changer-adapter-converter-USB-male-to-female-micro-USB-/221210676389?pt=US_USB_Cables_Hubs_Adapters&hash=item33812f0ca5
Why not make life easy and pull the memory card and transfer to a file on your PC? Never do things the hard way if there is a simple way. Perhaps all you need to do is connect the camera and reboot the PC with camera already attached.
I can tether using WIFI or cable on my Sony HX50 also can take time laps using a plugin interval timer ($20)
EBAY... LCD Timer Interval Time Lapse Remote Control Cable
http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/computer-cable-types-user/
A universal adapter kit $5:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/10pcs-OTG-5-pin-F-M-mini-changer-adapter-converter-USB-male-to-female-micro-USB-/221210676389?pt=US_USB_Cables_Hubs_Adapters&hash=item33812f0ca5
Why not make life easy and pull the memory card and transfer to a file on your PC? Never do things the hard way if there is a simple way. Perhaps all you need to do is connect the camera and reboot the PC with camera already attached.
I can tether using WIFI or cable on my Sony HX50 also can take time laps using a plugin interval timer ($20)
EBAY... LCD Timer Interval Time Lapse Remote Control Cable
Nov 11, 2014 10:43:07 #
Mr PC wrote:
I'd like to see the answer too. MAC or PC? And, welcome!
Thanks. Running win 7
Nov 11, 2014 10:50:46 #
Why not make life easy and pull the memory card and transfer to a file on your PC? Never do things the hard way if there is a simple way. Perhaps all you need to do is connect the camera and reboot the PC with camera already attached.
My thought is to see the image on the PC before taking the shot. I'l try the reboot, Thanks.
I have been reading many previous posts on this topic since my initial post and have bookmarked several sites to read. Thanks for such a valuable resource!! :thumbup:
My thought is to see the image on the PC before taking the shot. I'l try the reboot, Thanks.
I have been reading many previous posts on this topic since my initial post and have bookmarked several sites to read. Thanks for such a valuable resource!! :thumbup:
Nov 12, 2014 06:18:52 #
You have to select the camera (type) first and be sure the camera is on
Nov 12, 2014 08:04:12 #
I shoot tetherd all the time and I get the "no camera detected" a lot. You can do a combination of things. First, check USB and make sure it's sending a signal. If that's okay, make sure the usb is securely taped down in the camera port. Then try a combination of things. Restart your camera. Or restart lightroom with your camera on. Or restart LR with your camera off. Try several combinations. You may need to restart your computer. Also, if the USB cable is too long, the computer may not be getting a signal. Hope this helped.
Nov 12, 2014 08:34:06 #
I had a generic cable it would the connection would drop all the time, I purchased a tethered tools cable and it works every time.
Nov 12, 2014 09:03:41 #
Hello -
I had the same problem a while back when I was trying to tether my Nikon D90 to LR. Sometimes the camera would be recognized and other times it would not. I researched the problem extensively on line and tried several suggested solutions with no luck. It was driving me crazy, until I finally found the one that works EVERY time, and I am passing it along as it may work with your camera.
Simply put an empty, formatted SD card in your camera and then attach the USB cable, turn on the camera and start the tethered capture session in LR. LR may take a few seconds to find the camera, but I have found that by using an empty card in the SD slot the problem was solved. Hope this helps.
I had the same problem a while back when I was trying to tether my Nikon D90 to LR. Sometimes the camera would be recognized and other times it would not. I researched the problem extensively on line and tried several suggested solutions with no luck. It was driving me crazy, until I finally found the one that works EVERY time, and I am passing it along as it may work with your camera.
Simply put an empty, formatted SD card in your camera and then attach the USB cable, turn on the camera and start the tethered capture session in LR. LR may take a few seconds to find the camera, but I have found that by using an empty card in the SD slot the problem was solved. Hope this helps.
Nov 12, 2014 13:36:06 #
Flyfishn wrote:
You have to select the camera (type) first and be sure the camera is on
I have checked all menu items and find no place to enter a camera type. Also I checked Adobe LR help file and found the D5100 is supported with Win 7 and found a list of things to try as suggested by jaime. camera is out for sensor cleaning today so I will try them tomorrow. BTW I bought a gel stick and after 4 cleanings in a row there were still 4 or 5 spots that would not come off :-( . Camera shop is charging $60 to clean and check cam & Lens. The Gel stick took a lot off but not all. I was concerned there may be some other damage to the sensor so checking to be sure.
joecosentino... will try the cable
rfreudenheim... will try the blank card Thanks to all!
Nov 24, 2014 15:48:40 #
Finally got my camera back from cleaning and found a resolution to the tether problem I was having. Today I was reading a thread about blury pictures and found out about a LR plug-in to check for your focus point. BUT you ask how does that fix tethered shooting. Well...when I went into plug-in manager to add Show focus points I noticed Nikon Tether plug-in was disabled :oops: Seems like I never thought of the function being a plug-in I just "assumed" it was built in function. As Homer Simpson would say doh!! I tried most of the suggestions before this happy accident. Thanks to all who helped me!
Feb 16, 2019 15:46:21 #
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Feb 16, 2019 16:21:55 #
I had an issue with the signal dropping often and I talked to the folks at Tether Tools and they give me the best advice—at least for a laptop: Not all ports are supplied with enough power. If you find the signal dropping often, try another port. I changed sides on my Mac Pro and that problem stopped. Of course using high-quality cables from Tether Tools is a good idea. I think the new USB-C ports all have enough juice.
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