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PIXEL FSK 2 4GHz Wireless Shutter Remote Release Control for Canon 7D Series 5D Series 50D 40D 30D 10D
Last Updated: April 30, 2019 (Refresh Now)
7.5
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
266
Old Reviews
35
Unverified
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3149.61 meters
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LCD
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Review Analysis - 224 recent, verified reviews
Detailed Mode
Remote
39shutter, timer, control, remote shutter release, control unit
+79%
-21%
" ... I am happy with just the simple use of the wireless remote. ... "
" ... Remote is well made and a good size. ... "
" ... Just hold the remote and press the button any time, as much as you like. ... "
" ... Nice remote for my camera. ... "
" ... I purchased this remote regardless of my T6i being Bluetooth and I can take pictures on my phone, but the options that this device provides for family portraits is awesome! ... This remote has different formats you can set the timer to and it works like a charm once you get the hang of it. ... "
" ... Remote Control - The Reason I bought this product was the remote. ... "
" ... I’ve also used the wireless remote for a huge group photo I was in. ... "
" ... This remote shutter works well and as advertised. ... "
Camera
37photos, works well, works great, time lapse, shots
+86%
-14%
" ... A good product that works well on my cannon DSL Camera. ... "
" ... I can finally take selfies with my DSLR with flash . ... "
" ... Great for night tripod night time photo shots. ... "
" ... This should make shooting time lapse easy. ... "
" ... Single pictures are easy. ... "
" ... Works well with Nikon D750.RECOMMENDED ... "
" ... I have a 7D Mk II. ... "
" ... I just use the basic option, to take pictures of wildlife. ... "
Ease of Use
33easy, instructions, set, youtube, understand
+88%
-12%
" ... Single pictures are easy. ... "
" ... Working great and easy to use. ... "
" ... Easy to use, still works. ... "
" ... Much easier and more reliable to just use a non-wireless solution ... "
" ... Easy to use - A+ ... "
" ... Simple to use. ... "
" ... Easy set up. ... "
" ... easy to use and very practical. ... "
Price
23money, waste your money, value, worth, waste
+78%
-22%
" ... Works as advertised at a fraction of the mfr.’s cost. ... "
" ... Great purchase for a great value. ... "
" ... The best for your money ... "
" ... Saves a ton of money with this purchase. ... "
" ... For the price a must have. ... "
" ... Worth your money. ... "
" ... FANTASTIC product and value for money! ... "
" ... The best part is that is not so expensive. ... "
Product Reliability
18worked, stopped working, times, months, receiver
+33%
-67%
" ... Day prior, couldn't get it to do anything although when I received it 1 month earlier, it seemed to work? ... "
" ... (DC2 is the right connector but this one is defective) ... "
" ... Then it began not functioning correctly and I couldn't understand why. ... This is made in China and will not last long. ... "
" ... It worked when I first turned it on but then wouldn’t work again. ... "
" ... I just thru mine into trash it never worked. ... "
" ... Stopped working after my second shoot with it. ... "
" ... I used it twice and it's broken now! ... "
" ... to my disappointment the receiver stop working for no reason at all. ... This is a piece of junk. ... "
Lens
17canon, shots, pentax, nikon d500, d3300
+71%
-29%
" ... Works well with Canon 50D and Canon 400D Rebel XTi (using a 25mm wire adapter). ... "
" ... Works well for macro work. ... "
" ... Great for night tripod night time photo shots. ... "
" ... Worked as expected with my Nikon D7100. ... "
" ... For example, having my Canon 60D on a tripod near a bird feeder and taking pictures from the porch. ... "
" ... I've used the Pentax wireless, another Melo brand for my Nikon. ... "
" ... Works as advertised with my Nikon D3300. ... "
" ... Even if you work with image stabilized lenses, and an in-body image stabilized body, a remote is still a tool that should be in every photographer's toolkit. ... "
Battery Life
14battery, new batteries, transmitter, replacing, replaced
+50%
-50%
" ... I replaced the batteries but can't get the power on. ... "
" ... Also drained batteries quickly. ... "
" ... yes, I used 8 different, new batteries and flipped them every which way and nothing. ... "
" ... The product does not come with batteries FYI. ... "
Setup
13easy, setup, directions, youtube, understand
+62%
-38%
" ... After receiving it I mounted it on my new Canon EOS R and found it extremely easy to setup. ... "
" ... Easy set up. ... "
" ... Would be nice if instructions were easier to understand . ... "
" ... Easy to use and setup. ... "
Marketplace
11works, take, received, today, support
+91%
-9%
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... Works as described. ... "
" ... I received replacement and it works like it should. ... "
" ... Works as advertised ... "
" ... With this you can take photos and be in the picture! ... "
" ... I received it as advertised. ... "
" ... the customer support was really good too! ... "
" ... It was exactly what was advertised. ... "
Cables
10camera, correct, wire, supplied, metal
+30%
-70%
" ... GFX needs a 2.5mm connector, not the one supplied ... "
" ... The wrong cord is in the box. ... "
" ... It looks like a DC2 connector which would be the correct connector type but it only goes in halfway and stops. ... "
" ... The cable is not the right type. ... "
" ... The wire input must have been lose because when I pulled this out of the camera the metal prong stayed inside the camera until I pulled it out with plyers. ... "
" ... The cable supplied does not work with the Fuji X-T2. ... Do not advertise your products to work with a camera and then not supply the correct cables. ... "
Returns
8replacement, back, work, returning, one
+13%
-88%
" ... I returned my first order because the receiver didn’t work. ... "
" ... Wish I had sent it back. ... "
" ... I’d like a refund or a new shipment ... "
" ... docent work with conn 7 D :( can i return it ???????? ... "
" ... The return date has well passed, but that is not the point. ... "
" ... I will be sending this one back. ... "
Build Quality
8wire, metal, made, good, cheaply
+38%
-63%
" ... This is NOT the case. ... "
" ... Worked fine for a few uses but the slightest sideways pressure on the connector to the camera and it breaks off and there seems to be no way to purchase a replacement cable ... "
" ... Very cheaply made. ... "
" ... It feels a little cheaply made, though. ... "
" ... The wire input must have been lose because when I pulled this out of the camera the metal prong stayed inside the camera until I pulled it out with plyers. ... "
Controls
7video, trigger, shutter, probably, part
+71%
-29%
" ... Lots of buttons for operations I'll probably never use, but nice to have them. ... "
" ... Only tricky part is learning what all the different menu options are. ... "
" ... Really fun to use, Wish it had a start video recording button though ... "
" ... I am very happy with this, I have tried cheap ones in the past but this one has a few nice features and better button layout. ... "
" ... Provides excellent control. ... "
Product As Described
7works, take, picture
+100%
" ... Works as described. ... "
" ... I received it as advertised. ... "
" ... Works as advertised ... "
" ... With this you can take photos and be in the picture! ... "
" ... Only have used it once but it worked as advertised ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... It was exactly what was advertised. ... "
Features
7bulb, timer, release, mode, instructions
+86%
-14%
" ... It's more common features are common sense and you probably wont even need the manual for those, but time-lapse and some of the other features you're better off googling a how-to elsewhere, or digging through the reviews/comments section here on Amazon. ... "
" ... Several functions and works. ... "
" ... Only tricky part is learning what all the different menu options are. ... "
" ... Works in single, continuous, bulb and timer with recurrence duration modes. ... "
" ... I am very happy with this, I have tried cheap ones in the past but this one has a few nice features and better button layout. ... "
" ... I needed the release, bulb and mirror up functionality but the other functions will be interesting to experiment with ... "
Overall performance
6done
+83%
-17%
" ... The response is quick and reliable. ... "
" ... Gets the job done. ... "
" ... Super responsive, and no issues firing in time. ... "
" ... Odd but it got the job done. ... "
" ... But it has been a solid performer. ... "
Fit
6connector, camera, round, receiver, good
+83%
-17%
" ... Hot shoe connection Is good solid fit. ... "
" ... Set camera on a tripod outside and stay hidden inside as the come to the feeder. ... "
" ... The receiver is held securely and works very well. ... "
" ... I can use it with my camera and fits perfectly. ... "
" ... I rented a Post Office Box to be able receive items that won't fit into my mailbox because my apartment is in a secured building. ... "
Delivery
5today, delivery, arrived, received, good
+80%
-20%
" ... good product, and good delivery ... "
" ... It arrived on time, it does what is designed to do. ... "
" ... Just received this today. ... "
" ... Delivery was very prompt. ... "
User Manual
4well, long, explained, delay, better
+50%
-50%
" ... The parameters "DELAY, N1, N2, LONG, INTVL, and REPEAT" meaning was not intuitive or well explained in the manual. ... "
Display Clarity
4+50%
-50%
" ... Backlight is not bright enough and should be on its own button. ... "
" ... I know it's connected as it turns the screen off when I attempt to take the photo but that's it. ... "
Ports
4plug, little, connect, camera, cable
+50%
-50%
" ... The cable included to connect the unit to the camera does not work with the ports on the GFX. ... "
Night Photography
4shots, used, time, long
+100%
" ... I've used this one for bulb long exposure at night for light trails, continuous shots at studio in controlled lighting room, and intervals with long distance. ... "
" ... Great for night tripod night time photo shots. ... "
" ... Used shooting night photos (stars, milky-way) for the first time. ... "
Wash Programs
3timer, bulb
+100%
" ... So far, so good, once I understood the settings. ... "
" ... Works in single, continuous, bulb and timer with recurrence duration modes. ... "
" ... Without reading the instruction I was able to cycle through the different modes and use them. ... "
Device Compatibility
3turn, issue
-100%
" ... This device does not work. ... "
" ... The receiver just wont turn on. ... "
" ... The receiver would not turn on no matter what I tried. ... "
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Specifications
Body
Size: 3149.61 meters
Display
Type: LCD