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Vello RS-S1II Wired Remote Switch for Sony Alpha Series Connection
- Price: $8.95
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- B&H # VERSS1II
- Mfr# RS-S1II
Product Highlights
- Control Autofocus and Shutter Triggering
- Capture Images without Camera Shake
- Ideal for Taking Long Exposures
- Use for Continuous or Single Exposures
- No Battery Required-Powered by Camera
- Larger, More Comfortable Form Factor
Whether you are shooting in the studio or outdoors, the Vello RS-S1II Wired Remote Switch for Sony Alpha Series Connection provides photographers with a simple way to control exposures and an easy-to-use tool to create more "keepers". The device is larger and more comfortable to use than many other remote devices, with a thick, sturdy cord.
The unit provides functionality such as: autofocus, continuous shooting or single image capture and long time exposures. Since you can trigger exposures without touching the camera you will capture clear, blur-free images. The unit requires no batteries - it draws its power from the camera.
The Wired Remote Switch is a huge asset to keep in your studio or gear bag. This particular wired switch uses a cable that's 2.8' (86 cm) long, and is compatible with Sony Alpha series cameras and select Minolta cameras.
- Compatible Cameras
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Sony: Alpha A100, A200, A300, A350, A500, A550, A560, A580, A700, A850, A900, SLT A33, SLT A35, SLT A37, SLT A55, SLT A65, SLT a77
Minolta: 7D, 5D, 7i, 7, A1, A2
- Press the button half-way in to autofocus
- Depress the button fully to trigger the shutter
- Press the button and slide it forward to lock for long exposures
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 8 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (8)
- Lightweight (7)
- Reliable (7)
- Durable (5)
Cons
Best Uses
- Macro photography (5)
- Landscape photography (4)
- Everyday (3)
- Studio (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Enthusiast (7)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (8)
REVIEWS
Reviewed by 8 customers
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Displaying reviews 1-8
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday use
- Home
- Landscape Photography
- Macro Photography
- Portraits
- Studio
- Traveling
Comments about Vello RS-S1II Wired Remote Switch for Sony Alpha Series Connection:
Easy to use. Very low price for a really great product!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday use
Comments about Vello RS-S1II Wired Remote Switch for Sony Alpha Series Connection:
plug and play
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Inexpensive
- Lightweight
- Locking Shutter
- Reliable
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Basic Long Exposure Needs
- Macro Photography
Comments about Vello RS-S1II Wired Remote Switch for Sony Alpha Series Connection:
Zero complaints on this one, very happy with it.
This is your barebones, no-nonsense wired remote shutter release.
The button has plenty of travel for shutter half-presses, and locks in place for bulb.
It's light and well sized for most hand sizes.
Excellent piece of kit, so long as it's all you need.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Vello RS-S1II Wired Remote Switch for Sony Alpha Series Connection:
Being new to the Sony Alpha 65a I wanted a simple remote. Right now I have no need for extra fancy, programmable units. This remote works great!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Vello RS-S1II Wired Remote Switch for Sony Alpha Series Connection:
I Originally bought this cable release a couple years ago and proceeded to stuff it into one of the smaller pockets my camera bag (a canvas attaché affair). I've tried wireless remotes (IR actually) and don't particularly care for them as they may only work when pointed at the perfect angle and the battery can die which makes you wonder why you went wireless in the first place. A physically connected cable release costs less too.
The RS-S1 that I purchased a couple years ago did the trick for me - physically connected, two stage trigger with locking mechanism for BULB exposures should you need it. The only gripe was the "neck" area where the cable connects to the main body. Unfortunately the rubberized neck area wore down with the wear and tear of taking it out of and shoving it back into the tight pocket of my camera bag until the actual wires were exposed. I meant to wrap some electrical tape around the exposed wires of the neck area but one of the wires broke before I got around to it (procrastination).
With few options for wired remotes that fit the Sony Alpha-35, I purchased another RS-S1 without realizing Vello tacked "II" onto the end of the model designation (now it's the RS-S1 II). The "II" I'm happy to report not only has beefier cabling, the "neck" area where the cabling enters the main body is significantly more robust than with the original model. I was planning on heat-shrink-tubing the neck connection area but the "II" takes care of the issue. The reinforced plastic/rubber neck is more than up to what I can throw at it. I don't know if people complained about the previous iteration but Vello seems to have read my thoughts with the "II". Way to go!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
- Landscape Photography
- Macro Photography
Comments about Vello RS-S1II Wired Remote Switch for Sony Alpha Series Connection:
Cheap price good remote
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape Photography
- Macro Photography
- Nightstar
- Studio
Comments about Vello RS-S1II Wired Remote Switch for Sony Alpha Series Connection:
Product is well made and works exactly as described. Not programmable like more expensive models but exactly the same as the much more expensive Sony branded product. An invaluable tool for photography with a tripod, and particularly good for night photography where a very long shutter/multiple shorter exposures is required and eliminates any camera shake caused by pressing the shutter.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday use
- Landscape Photography
- Macro Photography
- Portraits
- Studio
Comments about Vello RS-S1II Wired Remote Switch for Sony Alpha Series Connection:
Very happy I got this accessory for my Sony Alpha900!!! Now I can shoot more timelapse stuff and 'lock it down' in an effort to get more of the same great shots in sucession.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Displaying reviews 1-8
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 8 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (8)
- Lightweight (7)
- Reliable (7)
- Durable (5)
Cons
Best Uses
- Macro photography (5)
- Landscape photography (4)
- Everyday (3)
- Studio (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Enthusiast (7)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (8)
REVIEWS
Reviewed by 8 customers
Sort by
Displaying reviews 1-8
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday use
- Home
- Landscape Photography
- Macro Photography
- Portraits
- Studio
- Traveling
Comments about Vello RS-S1II Wired Remote Switch for Sony Alpha Series Connection:
Easy to use. Very low price for a really great product!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday use
Comments about Vello RS-S1II Wired Remote Switch for Sony Alpha Series Connection:
plug and play
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Inexpensive
- Lightweight
- Locking Shutter
- Reliable
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Basic Long Exposure Needs
- Macro Photography
Comments about Vello RS-S1II Wired Remote Switch for Sony Alpha Series Connection:
Zero complaints on this one, very happy with it.
This is your barebones, no-nonsense wired remote shutter release.
The button has plenty of travel for shutter half-presses, and locks in place for bulb.
It's light and well sized for most hand sizes.
Excellent piece of kit, so long as it's all you need.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Vello RS-S1II Wired Remote Switch for Sony Alpha Series Connection:
Being new to the Sony Alpha 65a I wanted a simple remote. Right now I have no need for extra fancy, programmable units. This remote works great!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Vello RS-S1II Wired Remote Switch for Sony Alpha Series Connection:
I Originally bought this cable release a couple years ago and proceeded to stuff it into one of the smaller pockets my camera bag (a canvas attaché affair). I've tried wireless remotes (IR actually) and don't particularly care for them as they may only work when pointed at the perfect angle and the battery can die which makes you wonder why you went wireless in the first place. A physically connected cable release costs less too.
The RS-S1 that I purchased a couple years ago did the trick for me - physically connected, two stage trigger with locking mechanism for BULB exposures should you need it. The only gripe was the "neck" area where the cable connects to the main body. Unfortunately the rubberized neck area wore down with the wear and tear of taking it out of and shoving it back into the tight pocket of my camera bag until the actual wires were exposed. I meant to wrap some electrical tape around the exposed wires of the neck area but one of the wires broke before I got around to it (procrastination).
With few options for wired remotes that fit the Sony Alpha-35, I purchased another RS-S1 without realizing Vello tacked "II" onto the end of the model designation (now it's the RS-S1 II). The "II" I'm happy to report not only has beefier cabling, the "neck" area where the cabling enters the main body is significantly more robust than with the original model. I was planning on heat-shrink-tubing the neck connection area but the "II" takes care of the issue. The reinforced plastic/rubber neck is more than up to what I can throw at it. I don't know if people complained about the previous iteration but Vello seems to have read my thoughts with the "II". Way to go!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
- Landscape Photography
- Macro Photography
Comments about Vello RS-S1II Wired Remote Switch for Sony Alpha Series Connection:
Cheap price good remote
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape Photography
- Macro Photography
- Nightstar
- Studio
Comments about Vello RS-S1II Wired Remote Switch for Sony Alpha Series Connection:
Product is well made and works exactly as described. Not programmable like more expensive models but exactly the same as the much more expensive Sony branded product. An invaluable tool for photography with a tripod, and particularly good for night photography where a very long shutter/multiple shorter exposures is required and eliminates any camera shake caused by pressing the shutter.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday use
- Landscape Photography
- Macro Photography
- Portraits
- Studio
Comments about Vello RS-S1II Wired Remote Switch for Sony Alpha Series Connection:
Very happy I got this accessory for my Sony Alpha900!!! Now I can shoot more timelapse stuff and 'lock it down' in an effort to get more of the same great shots in sucession.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Displaying reviews 1-8
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