Nikon AR-3 Threaded Cable Release - 12"

Comments about Nikon AR-3 Mechanical Cable Release for D100 & Other Cameras:

This mechanical cable release is the best one can get. It is easily lockable for long exposures, it operates smoothly and consistently, a pleasure to use. I use it with my new Fuji X-E1, and all new Fuji X-series cams have threads for this accessory. I also tried electronic remote, but much prefer this mechanical one. It is a pricier accessory compared to many you could find on [*]. But the old rule still works: you get what you paid for. Very highly recommended if you want the best.

Comments about Nikon AR-3 Mechanical Cable Release for D100 & Other Cameras:

I think the disk release is really the way to go with a cable release. It automatically locks and keeps the shutter open. The thumb screw type makes me put too much force on the shutter release. This release also has a good price.

Comments about Nikon AR-3 Mechanical Cable Release for D100 & Other Cameras:

This is a must have for photographers who like to shoot night scenes with the help of tripods where there's zero tolerance of any movements to the camera. It's great for "B" setting or any slow shuttle speed tripod shootings. You can always trust Nikon for great product quality. The length of the cable is just nice if you are standing close to the camera during shooting. Had one some years ago but lost it when moving around. It's a great quality product!

Comments about Nikon AR-3 Mechanical Cable Release for D100 & Other Cameras:

Used for long exposure on hasselblad. Works like a charm. Won't crack in the cold. Locks and unlock with ease. The thread screws well every time.

Comments about Nikon AR-3 Mechanical Cable Release for D100 & Other Cameras:

I'm using this cable release for an Olympus Pen FT 1/2 frame camera to shoot macro... Works great. This will work with any threaded release mount. Build quality is high.

Comments about Nikon AR-3 Mechanical Cable Release for D100 & Other Cameras:

This thing is great--build quality seems good, I have no complaints about it ergonomically. It's just a little short.

I wonder if other reviewers who claim to have broken the lock immediately are really just confused about how the lock works? In any case, I haven't had any difficulties with it.

In this troubling, increasingly digital time, it's also good for alarming people who've never seen one. You depress the button and the pin comes out, and their eyes get large. Pretty amusing.

Comments about Nikon AR-3 Mechanical Cable Release for D100 & Other Cameras:

I use it for long exposures. Works Great

Comments about Nikon AR-3 Mechanical Cable Release for D100 & Other Cameras:

I bought this to use with my nikon and Leica M3. Haven't had a chance to use it yet, but have been fiddling with it. Operation is as smooth as a banana peel on linoleum. You can tell it is very well made, and should last a long time.

Comments about Nikon AR-3 Mechanical Cable Release for D100 & Other Cameras:

Great, inexpensive little release! Quality made and the lock feature is a nice bonus.

Comments about Nikon AR-3 Mechanical Cable Release for D100 & Other Cameras:

Bought it for my Nikon FM3a but can work on any camera that supports it.
Very useful product and very durable ,great for landscape photography ,highly recommended.

Comments about Nikon AR-3 Mechanical Cable Release for D100 & Other Cameras:

This product is very good, sturdy and strong for my needs. It is 12" long and for what it does, its great. Very simple and easy to attach and use.

Comments about Nikon AR-3 Mechanical Cable Release for D100 & Other Cameras:

I hadn't had a mechanical cable release for years, but needed one for my Fuji X-100. B&H, as usual, offered a wide range of choices, but I went with the Nikon AR-3 because it appeared to offer high quality, the cloth cover I prefer and a reasonable price. I haven't been disappointed - this cable release seems very well made, operates smoothly and appears to be durable. Pretty much all you need in a cable release.

Comments about Nikon AR-3 Mechanical Cable Release for D100 & Other Cameras:

This release is quite well made. I've had a few of the years and they've never frayed or split. The locking mechanism has always worked and I've gotten to the point where I can lock it up (and release it) with one hand, which is quite nice. Nikon usually makes good equipment and this is no exception. I have lost a few, though.

Comments about Nikon AR-3 Mechanical Cable Release for D100 & Other Cameras:

This is a replacement for a longer one I had for nearly 20 years. It was not Nikon. The construction on this one is better, woven cloth sheath instead of plastic. The plastic eventually separated from the ends rendering it useless. I have seem folks complain about the shorter length. I have not found that to be a problem. I might even prefer it for taking less space in the bag and more usable.

Comments about Nikon AR-3 Mechanical Cable Release for D100 & Other Cameras:

Great cable, works on manual Nikon cameras like the FE/FM series, and also on medium and large format cameras like the Hasselblad. My only complaint is that it's a tad on the short side, 18" might be a little more useful, but it's a small complaint. Built well, will stand up to lots of abuse, I highly recommend it!

Comments about Nikon AR-3 Mechanical Cable Release for D100 & Other Cameras:

Bought this for use with my Nikon F3, for long exposures/remote release and to add to my ever expanding collection of photography gear. Needless to say, this is a useful piece of kit, but was pleasantly surprised that it worked with my Holga 135PC, which is incredibly useful for a pinhole camera. It functions a little clunkily in the Holga, but works well enough.

Can be locked to hold shutter open, or operated in standard bulb mode. Would ideally like something longer than 12", but that's being fussy. Fantastic product that does what it says on the box.

Comments about Nikon AR-3 Mechanical Cable Release for D100 & Other Cameras:

Cable is of good quality but the lock stopped working,like, 5 minutes after i bought it.

Comments about Nikon AR-3 Mechanical Cable Release for D100 & Other Cameras:

this item is not a complicated peice of equipment
therefore not much can be said, other than it does
exactly what it is suppose to do. I use it to shoot at lower exposure settings, to gain depth in photographs,where there is no allowance for vibration. It is not possible to do this without the help of this device, must be mounted on a tripod. No photographer should be without it if they want enhanced quality in their pictures.
herb

Comments about Nikon AR-3 Mechanical Cable Release for D100 & Other Cameras:

Very well constructed and does the job, but it would be better if it were longer. Use this one for travel as it is smaller.

Comments about Nikon AR-3 Mechanical Cable Release for D100 & Other Cameras:

This unit is short, but much higher quality than others I have owned. I should have bought this one first instead of trying to save money on a no-name one that failed quickly.

Comments about Nikon AR-3 Mechanical Cable Release for D100 & Other Cameras:

This mechanical cable release is the best one can get. It is easily lockable for long exposures, it operates smoothly and consistently, a pleasure to use. I use it with my new Fuji X-E1, and all new Fuji X-series cams have threads for this accessory. I also tried electronic remote, but much prefer this mechanical one. It is a pricier accessory compared to many you could find on [*]. But the old rule still works: you get what you paid for. Very highly recommended if you want the best.

Comments about Nikon AR-3 Mechanical Cable Release for D100 & Other Cameras:

I think the disk release is really the way to go with a cable release. It automatically locks and keeps the shutter open. The thumb screw type makes me put too much force on the shutter release. This release also has a good price.

Comments about Nikon AR-3 Mechanical Cable Release for D100 & Other Cameras:

This is a must have for photographers who like to shoot night scenes with the help of tripods where there's zero tolerance of any movements to the camera. It's great for "B" setting or any slow shuttle speed tripod shootings. You can always trust Nikon for great product quality. The length of the cable is just nice if you are standing close to the camera during shooting. Had one some years ago but lost it when moving around. It's a great quality product!

Comments about Nikon AR-3 Mechanical Cable Release for D100 & Other Cameras:

Used for long exposure on hasselblad. Works like a charm. Won't crack in the cold. Locks and unlock with ease. The thread screws well every time.

Comments about Nikon AR-3 Mechanical Cable Release for D100 & Other Cameras:

I'm using this cable release for an Olympus Pen FT 1/2 frame camera to shoot macro... Works great. This will work with any threaded release mount. Build quality is high.

Comments about Nikon AR-3 Mechanical Cable Release for D100 & Other Cameras:

This thing is great--build quality seems good, I have no complaints about it ergonomically. It's just a little short.

I wonder if other reviewers who claim to have broken the lock immediately are really just confused about how the lock works? In any case, I haven't had any difficulties with it.

In this troubling, increasingly digital time, it's also good for alarming people who've never seen one. You depress the button and the pin comes out, and their eyes get large. Pretty amusing.

Comments about Nikon AR-3 Mechanical Cable Release for D100 & Other Cameras:

I use it for long exposures. Works Great

Comments about Nikon AR-3 Mechanical Cable Release for D100 & Other Cameras:

I bought this to use with my nikon and Leica M3. Haven't had a chance to use it yet, but have been fiddling with it. Operation is as smooth as a banana peel on linoleum. You can tell it is very well made, and should last a long time.

Comments about Nikon AR-3 Mechanical Cable Release for D100 & Other Cameras:

Great, inexpensive little release! Quality made and the lock feature is a nice bonus.

Comments about Nikon AR-3 Mechanical Cable Release for D100 & Other Cameras:

Bought it for my Nikon FM3a but can work on any camera that supports it.
Very useful product and very durable ,great for landscape photography ,highly recommended.

Comments about Nikon AR-3 Mechanical Cable Release for D100 & Other Cameras:

This product is very good, sturdy and strong for my needs. It is 12" long and for what it does, its great. Very simple and easy to attach and use.

Comments about Nikon AR-3 Mechanical Cable Release for D100 & Other Cameras:

I hadn't had a mechanical cable release for years, but needed one for my Fuji X-100. B&H, as usual, offered a wide range of choices, but I went with the Nikon AR-3 because it appeared to offer high quality, the cloth cover I prefer and a reasonable price. I haven't been disappointed - this cable release seems very well made, operates smoothly and appears to be durable. Pretty much all you need in a cable release.

Comments about Nikon AR-3 Mechanical Cable Release for D100 & Other Cameras:

This release is quite well made. I've had a few of the years and they've never frayed or split. The locking mechanism has always worked and I've gotten to the point where I can lock it up (and release it) with one hand, which is quite nice. Nikon usually makes good equipment and this is no exception. I have lost a few, though.

Comments about Nikon AR-3 Mechanical Cable Release for D100 & Other Cameras:

This is a replacement for a longer one I had for nearly 20 years. It was not Nikon. The construction on this one is better, woven cloth sheath instead of plastic. The plastic eventually separated from the ends rendering it useless. I have seem folks complain about the shorter length. I have not found that to be a problem. I might even prefer it for taking less space in the bag and more usable.

Comments about Nikon AR-3 Mechanical Cable Release for D100 & Other Cameras:

Great cable, works on manual Nikon cameras like the FE/FM series, and also on medium and large format cameras like the Hasselblad. My only complaint is that it's a tad on the short side, 18" might be a little more useful, but it's a small complaint. Built well, will stand up to lots of abuse, I highly recommend it!

Comments about Nikon AR-3 Mechanical Cable Release for D100 & Other Cameras:

Bought this for use with my Nikon F3, for long exposures/remote release and to add to my ever expanding collection of photography gear. Needless to say, this is a useful piece of kit, but was pleasantly surprised that it worked with my Holga 135PC, which is incredibly useful for a pinhole camera. It functions a little clunkily in the Holga, but works well enough.

Can be locked to hold shutter open, or operated in standard bulb mode. Would ideally like something longer than 12", but that's being fussy. Fantastic product that does what it says on the box.

Comments about Nikon AR-3 Mechanical Cable Release for D100 & Other Cameras:

Cable is of good quality but the lock stopped working,like, 5 minutes after i bought it.

Comments about Nikon AR-3 Mechanical Cable Release for D100 & Other Cameras:

this item is not a complicated peice of equipment
therefore not much can be said, other than it does
exactly what it is suppose to do. I use it to shoot at lower exposure settings, to gain depth in photographs,where there is no allowance for vibration. It is not possible to do this without the help of this device, must be mounted on a tripod. No photographer should be without it if they want enhanced quality in their pictures.
herb

Comments about Nikon AR-3 Mechanical Cable Release for D100 & Other Cameras:

Very well constructed and does the job, but it would be better if it were longer. Use this one for travel as it is smaller.

Comments about Nikon AR-3 Mechanical Cable Release for D100 & Other Cameras:

This unit is short, but much higher quality than others I have owned. I should have bought this one first instead of trying to save money on a no-name one that failed quickly.