Equipment Review: 1j - Canon TC-80N3

I'm running late as usual. But I grabbed a minute to mention Canon's TC-80N3, which is a very flexible and handy "cable release". It can do multiple exposures with timing, self-timer, long exposures, plain old "cable release" duty so you don't touch the camera for very sensitive exposures where you need to reduce jiggle, etc. Amazon currently has it for about $139. I use mine when doing table-top tripod long exposures of band equipment, normally with my Canon 5D and 15mm fisheye.

And, if the provided cord length isn't enough for you, there is a 33' extension cord, ET-1000N3, for about $80 at B&H, that let's you get way back far from the camera, either to be in the picture or to be away from the camera so as not to scare wildlife!

If this is too pricey for you, Canon also has the RS-80N3, which is just a simple cable release which Amazon has for about $48. You really need one of these in your camera bag if you use Canon EOS bodies with the N3 adapter.