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AmazonBasics Wireless Remote Control for Canon Digital SLR Cameras
Last Updated: November 24, 2018 (Refresh Now)
7.7
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
999
Old Reviews
264
Unverified
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Review Analysis - 652 recent, verified reviews
Detailed Mode
Camera
188nikon, works great, t3i, canon rebel, t5i
+81%
-19%
" ... We wanted to take some family pictures with a new camera I got but I had no way of doing it before I bought this remote. ... We haven’t done a family photo yet but I have done some time lapse shots and this remote is great because I don’t have to worry about touching the camera or moving anything and messing up the shot. ... I have a Canon 7D I was using this on and I have had no issues. ... The photo of our tree was one of the time lapse shots I did. ... "
" ... Works great with my Nikon D3200 and has good function. ... "
" ... It works very well on my friend’s T3i, and it does work with my SL1. ... "
" ... Works well with the Nikon D3400. ... "
" ... works great on canon 80d ... "
" ... I take a lot of overhead shots and I currently use a tripod to do those shots but I still had to bend to take the photo. ... No more bending and no more blurry photos! ... "
" ... Great for taking group pictures. ... "
" ... We wanted to take a Christmas photo but did not want to spend money on a photographer. ... "
Remote
89nikon, canon, shutter, remotes, ir
+75%
-25%
" ... Awesome remote for the price that does exactly what I needed for a great price. ... As far as I’m concerned I will choose their brand over most other brands because of the quality of their products like this remote. ... "
" ... The Nikon Coolpix P900 is not on the advertised list but this remote works perfectly with it. ... The wireless remote will then trigger the shutter every time you press it without having to go back to the camera menu. ... "
" ... This remote seems to work very well for most Canon cameras. ... "
" ... This wireless remote works with my Nikon D40. ... "
" ... Works with the D3400 Nikon (if you remember to enable remote on the camera) ... "
" ... We opened the package, selected the remote setting on the camera, and started snapping pictures with the remote. ... I just wanted to add a few observations on the use of this remote. ... It communicates with the camera via IR, just like a TV remote, so it must have clear line of site to the camera in order to operate. ... This means that if you want to be in the picture you’ll either need to be creative in how you hide the remote without covering it or you can use a short delay timer to give you a few seconds to put it in your pocket after you press the button. ... Also, this unit replaced a Nikon branded remote and the Amazon Basics unit is a much better device at half the price. ... It has a much better IR transmitter so it is much less fickle about how close your aim is. ... "
" ... I got this remote for my Nikon D3200 and it works great! ... "
" ... Once I moved my hands to the bottom, the remote worked every time and from a significant distance. ... "
Ease of Use
58easy, super, simple, set, works great
+97%
-3%
" ... works great easy to figure out how to use it. ... "
" ... Great simple solution. ... "
" ... It was that simple. ... "
" ... It’s easy to use and fast to set up. ... "
" ... So easy to setup and use! ... "
" ... Easy to set up. ... "
" ... It is very easy to connect to (You just need to set it to the 2 second timer mode), you don't even need to point the remote directly at the camera, so taking pictures with the remote in your hand doesn't look too weird. ... "
" ... Yes, this is very simple & easy to set up. ... "
Product Reliability
49stopped working, working, months, years, canon
+39%
-61%
" ... I got this last minute for a project and was really disappointed to find that it does not work. ... "
" ... Not working right when opening for Canon T6. ... Just wish that it worked. ... "
" ... Then stopped working. ... "
" ... Tried to use it again, and it never worked, tried replacing the batteries but still it is not functioning. ... "
" ... For my usage, motorsports, it will not work. ... "
" ... Stopped working (out of the warranty period, of course). ... "
" ... Couldn't get it to work every time. ... "
" ... worked for 2 hours then instantly stopped. ... "
Lens
42canon, photography, works perfectly, works well, works great
+88%
-12%
" ... Works well with the Nikon D3400. ... "
" ... I take a lot of overhead shots and I currently use a tripod to do those shots but I still had to bend to take the photo. ... "
" ... I own a Nikon D3200 and I do photography as a hobby. ... "
" ... Works great with my (old, I know) Nikon D40x. ... "
" ... I ended purchasing the Canon remote and have much more room to work with without being right next to my camera. ... "
" ... Left in the camera bag for months (as I shoot handheld mostly). ... "
" ... Worked perfectly with my Canon DSLR during totality! ... "
" ... As I had hoped, this worked well with my Canon T2i camera with Sigma lens. ... Also works well for photographing wildlife when you don't want to move the camera and scare subjects away. ... "
Price
41money, pay, worth the money, value, beat
+78%
-22%
" ... Worked perfectly, especially for the price. ... "
" ... Cheap price but work just as well. ... "
" ... You can't beat the price. ... "
" ... Such a good deal. ... "
" ... I chose this one because it was a good price compared to others. ... "
" ... Can't beat it for the price! ... "
" ... Very well built and at the right price. ... "
" ... Great value for the price. ... "
Marketplace
36works, work, works as advertised, product, described
+81%
-19%
" ... So far I have never had an issue with any Amazon basics product. ... Thank you Amazon! ... "
" ... I have a number of Amazon Basics products and find them to be a great value. ... "
" ... Exactly what I expected, thanks! ... "
" ... Came late though. ... "
" ... Works like a charm great product by Amazon no complaints at all, Good handy product. ... "
" ... Love Amazon stuff. ... "
" ... Quality product yet again from Amazon basics. ... "
" ... Exactly as described. ... "
Setup
32instructions, works great, setup, easy to use, easy to set
+88%
-13%
" ... I followed the instructions given by another reviewer and it works just as it should. ... "
" ... It’s easy to use and fast to set up. ... "
" ... So easy to setup and use! ... "
" ... Works like a charm, no setup required. ... "
" ... Easy to set up. ... "
" ... It is very easy to connect to (You just need to set it to the 2 second timer mode), you don't even need to point the remote directly at the camera, so taking pictures with the remote in your hand doesn't look too weird. ... "
" ... Yes, this is very simple & easy to set up. ... "
" ... Dead simple to set up, works perfectly. ... "
Battery Life
32still, batteries, replaced, dead, changing
+16%
-84%
" ... Put new battery in, still didn't work. ... "
" ... Will need to check the battery and try it again. ... "
" ... even after replacing the battery. ... "
" ... I checked the battery voltage and the "manual" . ... "
" ... Sorry will not pay for another battery since it's cost is more than the item. ... "
" ... I purchased a new battery and it still won't work again. ... "
" ... I have used it for still photos less than 5 times and now in October 2017, it does not work at all (dead battery?) ... "
" ... Not sure if it came with a dead battery or it just doesn't work at all. ... Super annoyed either way if it came with a nonworking battery. ... "
Overall performance
21works very well, works, well, performance, gets the job
+95%
-5%
" ... It does the job. ... "
" ... Works very well! ... "
" ... Works very well. ... "
" ... It does the job and doesn't need to be pointed directly at the camera for it to work. ... "
" ... Does the job ... "
" ... Works with my d5200 like a champ. ... "
" ... Does the job, works on my Nikon D5300. ... "
" ... works very well. ... "
Network
20feet, 10, signal, range could, feet away
+60%
-40%
" ... The range isn’t very far but it works like a charm. ... "
" ... Works as advertised, range is phenomenal compared to others I've used! ... "
" ... No issue with range so far. ... "
" ... Good signal strength. ... "
" ... The 10 foot range listed by amazon seems to be on the safe side. ... "
" ... Worked from about 15 feet away with no problems. ... "
" ... The range could be better, but it suits my needs. ... "
" ... The range is not so broad but definitely very decent. ... "
Product As Described
19works as advertised, described, works as expected, exactly as advertised, picture
+89%
-11%
" ... Exactly as described. ... "
" ... Works as promised! ... "
" ... It works fine as advertised. ... "
" ... Works exactly as advertised ... "
" ... Works as expected ... "
" ... Works exactly as advertised. ... "
" ... I will finally be in some of the pictures. ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
Lagging
142 second delay, shutter, remote, option, click
+21%
-79%
" ... Tried with 10 seconds and two seconds, nothing. ... "
" ... 2 second delay, and must be in front of camera pointing at sensor for this item to work. ... "
" ... On my t5i it only works on the 10sec delay option, which was a bit annoying, but it got the job done. ... "
" ... immediate, delayed, etc. ... "
" ... The Amazon remote has no such feature and you can only operate your camera with the 2 second delay option when pushing the button on the amazon remote. ... "
" ... This remote ONLY works with a 2-sec delay. ... "
" ... With the D5200, it will work with instant shutter release and a 2 second delay mode. ... "
" ... It works every time with a 2-second delay when used in front of the camera. ... This is not a wireless solution but it makes it possible to trigger the shutter without the delay. ... "
Controls
12remote, timer, select, rubber, press the button
+75%
-25%
" ... Select the Q button on the side of the camera where you have all your other functions and when your touch screen appears touch the area where you can change your shooting mode (drive mode). ... "
" ... This button has been a life saver. ... "
" ... Switch the camera to the proper setting and you're good to go. ... "
" ... At least at the beginning (I've only been using it a week) it is thoroughly reliable, working virtually every time you push the button. ... "
" ... and the rubber on the button is a really good quality. ... "
" ... And the rubber button makes for an awesome grip. ... "
" ... Great little button that works perfectly like it should. ... "
" ... It has one single button, takes a second to set up on the camera and works great! ... "
Delivery
12right, box, works great, shipping, delivery
+83%
-17%
" ... This thing is good to go right out of the box. ... "
" ... Came late though. ... "
" ... arrived right on time. ... "
" ... workng very well, I like its package. ... "
" ... Works as promised! ... "
" ... Works right out of the box. ... "
" ... Arrived swiftly, and tried it out with my Canon Rebel EOS XSi - works great! ... "
" ... Even got same day delivery. ... "
Size
12bag, handy, works great, tiny, pocket
+92%
-8%
" ... It also comes with a tiny carry pouch that you can attach to your camera or bag. ... "
" ... Wow,is this thing small. ... "
" ... Simple to use, very small so you can hide it in your pocket, etc. ... "
" ... Its a gem just a little smaller than expected however works like magic. ... "
" ... Super Simple and Handy. ... "
" ... pretty handy little gadget. ... "
" ... Small enough not to be obtrusive, but big enough you probably won't lose it! ... "
" ... It's even small enough to carry it in your pocket. ... "
Device Compatibility
11camera, works, hassle, connected, works great
+91%
-9%
" ... works as intended but doesnt seem to have as far reach as my old phone ... "
" ... It connected right away with no hassle. ... "
" ... It's very easy to connect with the camera. ... "
" ... It's easy to connect, no hassle at all. ... "
" ... As soon as I got it out of the box, I was able to connect it wirelessly to my camera and started practicing using it. ... "
" ... I can hardly fathom why I waited so long to get one of these devices. ... "
Returns
10return date, refund, past, late, returning
-100%
" ... This will be returned ... "
" ... This purchase was not worth it, and since I bought it a while before her birthday I'm past the return date. ... "
" ... Only problem was there was no way for me to return either of them because the original one I got was a past it's return date and the most recent one I received was 0.00$ so what's the point in returning that? ... "
" ... That was a mistake. ... "
" ... On the plus side- they just refunded me when I asked for my money back immediately. ... "
" ... I was embarrassed to claim another complaint so, I left it like that. ... "
" ... Hopefully I can return the item. ... "
" ... On the plus, Amazon gave me a refund asap. ... "
Build Quality
10made, solid, remote, feels, durable
+70%
-30%
" ... Good build quality . ... "
" ... Amazon if you plan on making money by making solid, well built products and letting your customers try to destroy them by dropping them in water and then forcing them to buy another remote, well you are sadly mistaken. ... "
" ... Clicking is very satisfying and the device feels durable. ... "
" ... And the rubber button makes for an awesome grip. ... "
" ... Was this affordable because it was made cheap? ... "
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