Command Station

[gqtuazon]

Ok, I must admit that I am becoming more of a "geek" with all of the gadgets that are available now. Too many wireless remote capabilities (me thinks) but I like it. I still have not entertained the idea of using my cell phone or ipad to take pictures with my D800E.

Comparing to the film era, this is just way too complicated and is probably unthinkable, say back before cell phones were not invented yet.

The reason why I like this set-up is that I still use mirror-up even when using strobes with my studio set-up.


Studio Rig by gqtuazon, on Flickr

 

[Scott Murray]

The only issue I am having with all these wireless gadgets is the extra and different batteries that are needed and when they go flat you dont have the correct ones...

 

[Marcel]

But Glenn, the flash duration is so short that it makes the mirror up function un-necessary. Unless you've made test shots that proves otherwise...

 

[gqtuazon]

The only issue I am having with all these wireless gadgets is the extra and different batteries that are needed and when they go flat you dont have the correct ones...

Scott - true but these use very little power and they last longer than what I have expected. The Cybersync uses one of those flat batteries, the remote control for the D800E uses one AAA battery. The actual antenna uses the power from the camera.

 

[Rick M]

Impressive!

 

[gqtuazon]

But Glenn, the flash duration is so short that it makes the mirror up function un-necessary. Unless you've made test shots that proves otherwise...

Good point Marcel. My reasoning behind it was the test that I did recently but this was with a 300mm f4 lens on a tripod at a much slower shutter speed (1/30). The difference when I shoot with my studio lights might be negligible between a single shot vs. Mup since I normally use 1/160, f5.6 - f8, ISO 100. I should have made the tests while I had my lights set-up. One thing is for sure is that tripod mounted shots are much sharper than when I hand-hold my shots. My grip is just too unstable. Using the mirror-up only takes a few seconds to do and it doesn't even actuate the strobes so the client won't even know the difference.

Here is the post that I am referring to.

http://nikonites.com/learning-photography/16153-can-you-see-difference.html#axzz2dd6ZMlyP

 

[Krs_2007]

Wow Glen, all I see is a lot of manuals to read to figure out how to operate.

​very cool

 

[gqtuazon]

Wow Glen, all I see is a lot of manuals to read to figure out how to operate.

​very cool

Hi Kevin. The irony is that I actually have not read any of the manuals. The two remotes were literally plug and play. I just installed them, add the battery of course and they work like a charm. The actual remote control has only one push button, so, it's really not that complicated.

I have Phottix remote control but that thing had a cord, it had to be mounted on the hot shoe, and uses more batteries. This new remote simplifies everything.

Amazon.com: RFN-4s Wireless Remote Shutter Release for Nikon DSLR with MC30 Type connection (Nikon D200, D300, D300s, D700, D800, D800E, D1, D2, D3, D3x, D3s, D4) - Transmitter and Receiver Set: Camera & Photo

 

[Sambr]

Wow looks like you can control an "aircraft carrier" with that rig Very cool Glenn. Being a teckno geek(your word)is alright, the whole idea is to have fun.

 

[gqtuazon]

Wow looks like you can control an "aircraft carrier" with that rig Very cool Glenn. Being a teckno geek(your word)is alright, the whole idea is to have fun.

Thanks Sam. Looking at your avatar, I think that bird could use a helmet with a wireless remote so that you can command it and practice some BIF shots. LOL!

Speaking of fun, I do enjoy using these gadgets. It makes everything easier especially that generic L bracket that I currently use.

 

[Krs_2007]

Just checked them out, seem very easy to use as you state. Thanks Glen

 

[gqtuazon]

Just checked them out, seem very easy to use as you state. Thanks Glen

I'm working on how to control these guys, then, I can rule the world with my evil plans. Mwahahaha!

 

[Krs_2007]

LOL Dr. Evil


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