I need a remote system for shooting video with a prime lens. Does this remote system auto focus well at distances 5-10ft?
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From my experience, yes. The remote works exactly like the shutter release on the camera. Holding the remote trigger down half way focuses the lens. Pressing all the way triggers the shutter. Just be sure the camera is "aimed" at you subject. If you aim it at something beyond or in front of your subject, the subject may be out of focus depending on the aperture size.
629987
The remote does not perform the auto-focus, the camera does. I have not used the remote for video, but have taken portraits with the remote, and the camera handles the focusing (unless I'm set for manual focus) without a problem.
949130
The GM1 is excellent for its size and paired with a fast tele-zoom should deliver adequate results. The auto-focus is pretty good, in good light it should do fine. If you're planning on shooting a lot of low light sports/action (and it doesn't look like you will) I'd look elsewhere.
1421845
With my Pentax K-x it well respond from about 50 feet away with no problems. Have a backup battery if you are going to be using it on a long hike.
2041441
It does fine, but I haven't been to impressed with the autofocus in video with it. Manual focus is too slow for video. I would suggest going with a higher end lens for video.
1867579
It is line of sight (like a tv remote). Similar range (farthest I've used it is 20 ft - could go much farther). The biggest set back is the camera's internal sleep mode. Not sure how to set that, but I found if I'm setting up a difficult shot the camera goes to sleep before I get the chance to trigger the shutter.
2134683
Yes, partially depressing this remote's button activates the camera's auto focus function, if that function is properly set up on the camera.
2145394
I have used this lense outside the thing to remember is that it is not a auto focus lense.If you are photographing anything that has movement will be easy to be out of focus. I have used it for shooting leaves in the fall in the mts did a decent job. Should have waited an spent the money for auto focus
1784358
Yes, absolutely. I find the autofocus to be a bit sluggish, and prefer to focus manually, but you'll find that to the case with just about any long zoom in this price range.
1540965
You have to have the camera set to where you want it focused before using the remote. Basically, make sure the autofocus is where you want it and working before using the remote. Hope that helps!
1422783
I have used the old K1000 lenses (pentax 50mm lens it came with and an off brand telephoto) on my pentax k-3 with no issue. It is all manual, so I have to take a guess at metering, and of course no auto focus, but it works, it mounts and produces nice results. You will have to have knowledge of manual metering to produce the results you want.
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the range on this unit is limited to approx 12 ft. and the sensor on my k20 is in the front so you have to be facing the camera to use the remote. i suggest you check your camera specs to see where the sensor is located then check several suppliers to find out the range of the more expensive units ... most are universal ti dslr cameras ir sensor richo is the owner of the pentax name and you might want to ask them about sensor and range . i bought mine to photo birds .. wanted to set camera on tripod facing feeder and release from inside .... forget it with this unit
348477
For my camera, D5100, I dont think it is possible to start recording with the remote. However to answer you other question, if camera is set on auto focus then yes it will focus on subject while recording.
2024704
The range extenders do work very well with the manual focus but you lose the auto focus capability, which I try not to trust anyway. For me, using the magnifier just makes me pay closer attention to my focus and plan my shots a little better.
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No you can be a good distance from the camera and still use the remote,No need to point it at the camera .i have 2 drift ghost i use on my motorcycle i have the remotes attached to my handlebar riser.
2081985
Auto focus is used when the distance of a device changes, with that said this camera has a fixed distance And a fixed electronic focus. Unless your electronics have failed that is probably not your problem. A more likely problem is that your lens has moisture on it from the inside. This camera is known to allow it inside.Look at the lens if it is foggy take a hair dryer and blow on it until the moisture is gone then seal the unit well with a clear caulk. Hope this helps!
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If it''s not defective, it does only have about a 20' range and you have to be pointing right at it from the front.You also have to set your camera to use the remote.
286753
I have the same question, actually. That's the only reason I haven't bought it yet. I would love to get myself in shots, as well as the entire family, but the problem I have now with just using the camera's self-timer is that you can't autofocus on yourself when you're behind the camera! The review I read seems to say that you can't autofocus using just the remote...but B. Babb's response makes me think otherwise. I'm sure someone else out there would care to clarify...