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PocketWizard CM-N3-P Remote Cable Motor Cord, Canon 3-Pin to Miniphone - 3'

  • Price: $68.94
  • B&H # WIPTCCE3
  • Mfr# 804-511

Not recommended for use with the MiniTT1/FlexTT5. Use the CM-N3-ACC version instead.

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The CM-N3-P Pocket Wizard Remote Cable contains a pre-trigger switch that when enabled, the camera behaves as if the camera's shutter release button were held half-pressed continuously. This makes the camera respond more quickly and consistently, but also consumes the camera's batteries much more quickly. When disabled, this cable functions identically to the CM-N3. Connect the CM-N3-P to your camera's remote cable socket, and enable your Pocket Wizard radio slave SET to trigger the camera's shutter remotely.

Compatible with cameras using Canon's N3 Remote Terminal including:

  • EOS-3
  • EOS 10D
  • EOS 30D
  • EOS 20D
  • EOS 40D
  • EOS-1D
  • EOS-1Ds
  • EOS-1Ds Mark II
  • EOS-1D Mark II
  • EOS-1D Mark II N
  • EOS-1D Mark III
  • EOS-1Ds Mark III
  • EOS 5D
  • EOS-1V
  • EOS-1V HS
  • EOS D2000
  • EOS D30
  • EOS D60
    Kodak:
  • DCS560
  • DCS520
  • For this cable without the pre-trigger feature, Click Here.

    For MultiMax version of this cable, Click Here.

    Triggers any Canon camera that takes a Canon RS80N3 remote trigger cord.
    Not recommended for use with the MiniTT1/FlexTT5.
    Length 3' (91.5cm)
    Connections From 1/8" (3.5mm) Mono Miniphone via Pre-Trigger Switch to Canon N3

    REVIEW SNAPSHOT®

    by PowerReviews
    PocketWizard CM-N3-P Remote Cable Motor Cord, Canon 3-Pin to Miniphone - 3'
     
    4.2

    (based on 22 reviews)

    Ratings Distribution

    • 5 Stars

       

      (10)

    • 4 Stars

       

      (9)

    • 3 Stars

       

      (2)

    • 2 Stars

       

      (0)

    • 1 Stars

       

      (1)

    95%

    of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

    Pros

    • Easy to use (12)
    • Lightweight (12)
    • Reliable (12)
    • Durable (6)

    Cons

    • Pricey / poor value (3)

    Best Uses

    • Portraits (6)
    • Sports photography (4)
    • Studio (4)
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Professional (10), Semi-professional (4)
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No (3)

    Most Liked Positive Review

     

    Pre Trigger Cord

    I use a Canon 5D along with pocket wizards and this Pre-trigger cord as a remote setup for some of my assignments. It allows me the angles I wouldn't be able to shoot myself. <...Read complete review

    I use a Canon 5D along with pocket wizards and this Pre-trigger cord as a remote setup for some of my assignments. It allows me the angles I wouldn't be able to shoot myself.

    With this cord I can trigger the remote camera on it's own. Alternatively by shooting with a wizard on top of my main body I can sync all the cameras for some setups. Providing multiple angles and helping me with the workload for heavy assignments.

    I love the fact that it is small enough to simply keep in your bag in case you run into something unplanned that you might want to provide a different angle on.

    The only down side is the battery drain. I keep the LCD display switched off on the remote camera to avoid unnecessary battery drain. Although I must add that I've never had a camera die on me yet.

    Many photographers will undoubtedly buy this item by default due to the type of work they do and what images they want to capture. But I also highly recommend this for shooters that might not always think of setting up a remote camera but already own Pocket Wizards. It's affordable and will keep you thinking of new uncharted angles for the work you already do.

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    Most Liked Negative Review

     

    Fire Away

    It does what it says it will do...plug this into your camera and pocket wizards and you can shoot remotely. Warning: Be careful when removing the cord from your camera as it ...Read complete review

    It does what it says it will do...plug this into your camera and pocket wizards and you can shoot remotely. Warning: Be careful when removing the cord from your camera as it is an extremely tight fit. So tight you will think you are going to break either the cord or the camera. Don't know why it's so tight, but it is.

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    Reviewed by 22 customers

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    4.0

    works good

    By Michael

    from Riley, Kan.

    About Me Professional

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Durable
    • Easy To Use

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Remote Camera

      Comments about PocketWizard CM-N3-P Remote Cable Motor Cord, Canon 3-Pin to Miniphone - 3':

      This cord attaches firmly to my camera. I used it for a remote camera set up and I did not want it to become disconnected from the camera halfway through the shoot. It works great. This is not an everyday item, but it is great to have around when you need it.

      • Was this a gift?:
      • No

      Comment on this review

       
      5.0

      Great product

      By Mark

      from Greensboro, NC

      About Me Professional

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Easy To Use

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Sports Photography

        Comments about PocketWizard CM-N3-P Remote Cable Motor Cord, Canon 3-Pin to Miniphone - 3':

        Worked perfectly and is much smaller that older versions of this cable. [...]

        • Was this a gift?:
        • No

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        4.0

        Functions as advertised

        By sherps

        from IL

        About Me Semi-Professional

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Easy To Use
        • Lightweight

        Cons

          Best Uses

            Comments about PocketWizard CM-N3-P Remote Cable Motor Cord, Canon 3-Pin to Miniphone - 3':

            Slightly pricey, handy to have in the kit, a bit difficult to remove from the camera with camera bracket

            • Was this a gift?:
            • Yes

            Comment on this review

             
            4.0

            I would buy this product again

            By Skip

            from San Diego CA

            About Me Semi-Professional

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Reliable

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Portraits

              Comments about PocketWizard CM-N3-P Remote Cable Motor Cord, Canon 3-Pin to Miniphone - 3':

              works great with my 40D. Would recommend to anyone

              • Was this a gift?:
              • No

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              5.0

              CM-N3-P Remote Cable Motor Cord, Canon 3

              By dylanhart[@]

              from bellingham, wa

              About Me Semi-Professional

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Easy To Use
              • Lightweight
              • Reliable

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Landscape Photography
                • Macro Photography
                • Portraits
                • Studio

                Comments about PocketWizard CM-N3-P Remote Cable Motor Cord, Canon 3-Pin to Miniphone - 3':

                Works like described. Great for remote cameras and self-portraits.

                Comment on this review

                 
                5.0

                Works exactly as described!

                By kevinchan

                from Toronto, Canada

                About Me Semi-Professional

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Durable
                • Easy To Use
                • Lightweight
                • Reliable

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Macro Photography
                  • Portraits
                  • Traveling

                  Comments about PocketWizard CM-N3-P Remote Cable Motor Cord, Canon 3-Pin to Miniphone - 3':

                  Already had PW's so this was the obvious choice when considering a remote trigger!

                  Comment on this review

                   
                  4.0

                  Does the job!

                  By Invested in Cannon

                  from Colorado

                  About Me Hobbyist/Enthusiast

                  Verified Buyer

                  Pros

                  • Durable
                  • Easy To Use
                  • Reliable

                  Cons

                  • Cost

                  Best Uses

                  • Portraits
                  • Studio

                  Comments about PocketWizard CM-N3-P Remote Cable Motor Cord, Canon 3-Pin to Miniphone - 3':

                  Cable is solid and well built. With the switch on, it fires immediately. With the switch off, it seems to need several pushes of my remote device. I think one locks auto focus and then one for fire. Actually, I am quite certain of this as turning off AF on the lens produces instant fire. Again this does the job!

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                  3.0

                  Fire Away

                  By Stewart

                  from Newburgh, NY

                  About Me Professional

                  Verified Buyer

                  Pros

                  • Durable
                  • Lightweight
                  • Reliable

                  Cons

                  • Difficult to remove

                  Best Uses

                  • Remote Camera

                  Comments about PocketWizard CM-N3-P Remote Cable Motor Cord, Canon 3-Pin to Miniphone - 3':

                  It does what it says it will do...plug this into your camera and pocket wizards and you can shoot remotely. Warning: Be careful when removing the cord from your camera as it is an extremely tight fit. So tight you will think you are going to break either the cord or the camera. Don't know why it's so tight, but it is.

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                  5.0

                  Pre-Trigger Cord

                  By DH

                  from Georgia

                  About Me Professional

                  Verified Buyer

                  Pros

                  • Durable
                  • Easy To Use
                  • Lightweight
                  • Reliable

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Landscape Photography
                    • Portraits

                    Comments about PocketWizard CM-N3-P Remote Cable Motor Cord, Canon 3-Pin to Miniphone - 3':

                    Works great. Used it to get wedding photos from other side of lake while shooting the wedding as solo shooter.

                    Comment on this review

                     
                    5.0

                    PreTrigger Cord

                    By DH

                    from Georgia

                    About Me Professional

                    Verified Buyer

                    Pros

                    • Easy To Use
                    • Lightweight
                    • Reliable

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                        Comments about PocketWizard CM-N3-P Remote Cable Motor Cord, Canon 3-Pin to Miniphone - 3':

                        As a solo wedding shooter. The pretrigger cord made it possible to get photos of wedding from across lake for unique view of an outdoor wedding.
                        Works great a long distances.

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                        (2 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

                         
                        1.0

                        Does NOT work with Flex TT5

                        By Mark Swink

                        from Las Vegas, NV

                        About Me Professional

                        Verified Reviewer

                        Pros

                          Cons

                          • Not Functional

                          Best Uses

                            Comments about PocketWizard CM-N3-P Remote Cable Motor Cord, Canon 3-Pin to Miniphone - 3':

                            This [$] cable will not work with the new Flex TT5. Don't waste your money. If you are using the Flex TT5 you need the CM-N3-ACC. I got this information direct from PocketWizard.

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                            5.0

                            Product works flawlessly

                            By z

                            from denver, colo

                            About Me Professional

                            Verified Buyer

                            Pros

                            • Durable
                            • Easy To Use
                            • Lightweight
                            • Reliable

                            Cons

                              Best Uses

                              • Everyday use
                              • Studio

                              Comments about PocketWizard CM-N3-P Remote Cable Motor Cord, Canon 3-Pin to Miniphone - 3':

                              Cord worked perfectly with the Mark III and Mark II cameras that we were using as remotes during the NBA Western Conference Finals. Easy to use, simple to install and effective.

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                              5.0

                              Work Great

                              By DM

                              from Oakland, CA

                              About Me Professional

                              Verified Buyer

                              Pros

                              • Easy To Use
                              • Lightweight
                              • Reliable

                              Cons

                              • None

                              Best Uses

                              • Portraits

                              Comments about PocketWizard CM-N3-P Remote Cable Motor Cord, Canon 3-Pin to Miniphone - 3':

                              I was looking for a motor trigger for my Canon 1D MK II. This product works exactly as advertised. The pre-trigger function adds speed to the ability to fire the camera.

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                              4.0

                              Works like a charm!

                              By cdom

                              from South San Francisco, CA

                              About Me Hobbyist/Enthusiast

                              Verified Buyer

                              Pros

                              • Easy To Use

                              Cons

                                Best Uses

                                • Sports Photography
                                • Studio

                                Comments about PocketWizard CM-N3-P Remote Cable Motor Cord, Canon 3-Pin to Miniphone - 3':

                                Will be using this to trigger a remote camera for sports photography.

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                                4.0

                                Works Great

                                By Jeff Thompson

                                from Eau Claire, WI

                                Verified Buyer

                                Pros

                                • Works Great

                                Cons

                                • Expensive

                                Best Uses

                                • Camera trigger

                                Comments about PocketWizard CM-N3-P Remote Cable Motor Cord, Canon 3-Pin to Miniphone - 3':

                                IT does just what is is supposed to do. I press the remote button and the camera fires every time.

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                                5.0

                                works great

                                By Gary

                                from Scottsdale, AZ

                                Verified Buyer

                                Pros

                                • Solid

                                Cons

                                • Expensive

                                Best Uses

                                  Comments about PocketWizard CM-N3-P Remote Cable Motor Cord, Canon 3-Pin to Miniphone - 3':

                                  Very spendy but I trust the Pocket Wizard products to work every time. Switch allows for pre-trigger or normal trigger shutter release.

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                                  5.0

                                  You can get this cable from B&H !

                                  By Cyberjo

                                  from Montréal, Quebec

                                  Verified Buyer

                                  Pros

                                  • Easy to order

                                  Cons

                                  • none

                                  Best Uses

                                  • Remote photos of birds

                                  Comments about PocketWizard CM-N3-P Remote Cable Motor Cord, Canon 3-Pin to Miniphone - 3':

                                  My local Canadian dealer did not have the PocketWizard pre-trigger cord... He told me Icould save money by ordering directly from B&H, which I did !!! A week later, I was able to remotely control my camera and produce to most amazing shots I ever did, thanks to the remote capabilities of PocketWizard !!

                                  I don't need flaky 50 feet extensions anymore to trigger my camera thanks to the right pre-trigger cable and a couple of PocketWizards... Thanks B&H !!!! :-)

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                                  4.0

                                  No problems

                                  By Frank M

                                  from MN

                                  Verified Buyer

                                  Pros

                                  • Does it's job well

                                  Cons

                                  • Expensive

                                  Best Uses

                                    Comments about PocketWizard CM-N3-P Remote Cable Motor Cord, Canon 3-Pin to Miniphone - 3':

                                    Using in studio for portraits to fire a 1D-MkII with a PocketWizard. Inline switch allows camera to be "always on" - pretty essential, I think, to reduce (eliminate?) lag time between pressing PW trigger and shutter activation. Otherwise, camera does all of it's pre-exposure gymnastics before capturing image. Only useage problem is minor: the connector to the camera is mighty snug - good that it won't fall out, but care is needed when inserting and removing. Expensive for a few ounces of plastic and vinyl, but what other choice have we?

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                                    4.0

                                    pre-trigger cord

                                    By bigalbest

                                    from Litchfield Park, AZ

                                    About Me Pro Photographer

                                    Verified Buyer

                                    Pros

                                    • Easy To Pack
                                    • Easy to Use
                                    • Lightweight
                                    • Reliable

                                    Cons

                                      Best Uses

                                      • Self portraits

                                      Comments about PocketWizard CM-N3-P Remote Cable Motor Cord, Canon 3-Pin to Miniphone - 3':

                                      This works great with Pocket Wizards.

                                      Comment on this review

                                      (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                                       
                                      3.0

                                      Still Trying

                                      By Ezra Engle

                                      from Antioch, CA

                                      About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                                      Verified Buyer

                                      Pros

                                      • Convenient Interface
                                      • Lightweight
                                      • Strong Construction

                                      Cons

                                      • Difficult to Use

                                      Best Uses

                                        Comments about PocketWizard CM-N3-P Remote Cable Motor Cord, Canon 3-Pin to Miniphone - 3':

                                        I am using this to take posed studio photos indoor
                                        It triggers the camera with two PocketWizzards
                                        It is hard to figure out how to synch the shutter with the flashes on other pocket wizzards (still researching)

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