Canon RC-6 Wireless Remote Control
The Canon RC-6 Wireless Remote Control is a simple, compact, infrared remote control that makes it possible to fire a camera wirelessly from as far as 16' (4.8 m). The RC-6 will operate in either 2-second delay mode or will instantly take a shot. The RC-6 is only 2.5" (63.5 mm) tall and can fit easily into your pocket or on a keychain.
- Allows for shutter release up to 16' (4.8 m)
- Wireless camera operation
- Runs on one CR2032 lithium button battery (included)
- May be used to activate mirror-lock and bulb-shutter functions
- Compatibility
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The RC-6 will work with the following Canon cameras:
- EOS 5D Mark II
- EOS 7D
- EOS 60D
- EOS Digital Rebel
- EOS Digital Rebel XT
- EOS Digital Rebel XT (Black)
- EOS Digital Rebel XT EF-S 17-85mm Lens Kit (Black)
- EOS Digital Rebel XT EF-S 18-55mm Kit
- EOS Digital Rebel XT EF-S 18-55mm Kit (Silver)
- EOS Digital Rebel XTi
- EOS Digital Rebel XTi Kit (Silver)
- EOS Digital Rebel XTi EF-S 18-55mm Kit
- EOS Digital Rebel XTi EF-S 18-55mm Kit (Silver)
- EOS ELAN 7/7E
- EOS Elan 7N EF 28-105mm Kit
- EOS ELAN 7NE
- EOS Elan 7NE EF 28-105mm Kit
- EOS Elan II/IIE
- EOS Elan IIE
- ELPH 370Z
- ELPH Jr.
- ELPH Sport
- ELPH Z3
- EOS Rebel T1i
- EOS Rebel T1i EF-S 18-55mm IS Kit
- EOS Rebel T2
- EOS Rebel T2 Date Body
- EOS Rebel T2 EF 28-90mm III Kit
- EOS Rebel T2i
- EOS Rebel T2i EF-S 18-55mm IS Kit
- EOS Rebel Ti
- EOS Rebel XSi
- EOS Rebel XSi EF-S 18-55mm IS Kit
- EOS Rebel XSi EF-S 18-55mm IS Kit (Silver)
- EOS Rebel XSi Kit (Silver)
- Limited Edition Digital Rebel
- Limited Edition Digital Rebel EF-S 18-55mm Kit
- Sure Shot 130u
- Sure Shot 130u II
- Sure Shot Z115
- Sure Shot Z135
- Sure Shot Z155
- Sure Shot Z180u
- Sure Shot Z180u Kit
- Sure Shot Z90W
- Video Function Compatibility
- The RC-6 can initiate the video function for the following cameras: EOS 60D, EOS 7D, EOS Digital Rebel XT, EOS Digital Rebel XTi, EOS Digital Rebel T1i, EOS Digital Rebel T2, EOS Digital Rebel T2i, EOS Digital Rebel T3i, EOS Digital Rebel Ti, and EOS Digital Rebel XSi.
| Power Requirements | CR2032 Lithium button battery (included) |
| Dimensions | 0.25 x 1.25 x 2.5" (6.5 x 32 x 63.5mm) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 366 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
97%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (262)
- Lightweight (255)
- Compact (246)
- Fast charge (6)
- Small (6)
Cons
- Limited range (5)
Best Uses
- Travel (150)
- At home (142)
- Camcorder bag (38)
- Self portraits (12)
- Portraits (8)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Tech savvy (147), Parent (32), Film professional (17), Technically challenged (14), Aspiring film maker (13)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (267), Yes (12)
Most Liked Positive Review
This little unit is my new favorite tool
Purchased this for a macro self-portrait series. For the most part, quite thrilled with it. It is supposed to work within 30' of the camera.
I found that you really need ...Read complete review
Purchased this for a macro self-portrait series. For the most part, quite thrilled with it. It is supposed to work within 30' of the camera.
I found that you really need to be direct line of site with the sensor on the camera, and even then, occasionally need to try a couple of times for it to register over 15' away.
For the money you can't go wrong and it's a great tool to have at the ready when you need it. I've already loaned out to a couple of photo students who are now want to pick one up their own.
Definitely beats the $300, gourmet, surveillance grade alternatives.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Definate limitations & horible docs
I bought the remote to be a remote. I press the button, and I expect the shutter to release. Oh no, some Einstein at Canon decided that it should only work in timer ...Read complete review
I bought the remote to be a remote. I press the button, and I expect the shutter to release. Oh no, some Einstein at Canon decided that it should only work in timer mode. Take your choice. Do you want a 2 second or 10 second delay.
I hate when they place arbitrary limits on technology. The button on the remote should be the exact equivalent of me pressing the shutter release button on the camera period! I believe that is what most people expect. Why Canon would universally decide to have it operate differently defies explanation.
The documentation is worse than weak. 99% of it is in different languages or lawyer speak.
This remote operates well. I would recommend it. Its not like you have another choice.
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Pros
- Compact
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Travel
Comments about Canon RC-6 Wireless Remote Control:
Love this little remote! Way better than the wired one I was using! I love the little case that fits on my camera strap so I don't have to dig through my camera bag looking for it. Works great too!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- At Home
- Camcorder Bag
- Travel
Comments about Canon RC-6 Wireless Remote Control:
Works like it should. No issues. Works well in low and high light situations.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- At Home
- Travel
Comments about Canon RC-6 Wireless Remote Control:
I am well pleased with my purchase.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Canon RC-6 Wireless Remote Control:
Works like it's supposed to. I'm happy with the product.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- At Home
- Travel
Comments about Canon RC-6 Wireless Remote Control:
I didn't know what to expect but the remote worked great. It works well past 45 º from the camers center line. You could add this to your must have items.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact
Cons
- Horrible battery access
- No control for video
Best Uses
Comments about Canon RC-6 Wireless Remote Control:
it took ages to access the battery compartment when i first got this tiny device. with much struggle and fear of breaking it, i eventually managed to open it up and insert the battery but i was still surprised and disappointed to find that it had no capability for controlling video with a dslr. as a result, it's scarcely been used so i'm thankful that it's small when i'm carrying it. in the few instances i've used it for stills i've had no trouble.
Pros
- Compact
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
- Requires line of sight
Best Uses
- At Home
- Timelapse
- Travel
Comments about Canon RC-6 Wireless Remote Control:
I bought this remote to use as part of a photobooth at a wedding where guests could make the camera fire. The remote worked 80% of the time as some of the guests had it pointed backwards or too far to the side of the camera for the infrared signal to be captured by the camera.
The remote does work well as long as the operator understands that its like a TV remote and requires line of sight (or a wall to bounce the infrared off of). The battery lasted for at least over 500 photos and is still going.
This remote would be better used for time-lapse purposes where the photographer is the person using the remote and understands its limitations.
The remote itself is very small.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Canon RC-6 Wireless Remote Control:
I love the size, easy to fit in the camera bag, no fuss and works perfectly.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- At Home
- Travel
Comments about Canon RC-6 Wireless Remote Control:
im very pleased with my new remote. b&h did a great job in sending in a very quick time. its well worth every penny. a must have!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Canon RC-6 Wireless Remote Control:
excellent product. I'll recommend this product.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact
- Easy To Use
- Leather case
- Lightweight
Cons
- Doesn't stop time
Best Uses
- At Home
- Camcorder Bag
- Travel
Comments about Canon RC-6 Wireless Remote Control:
I use the product for macro and still photography to avoid shaking the camera while depressing the shutter. It works beautifully. It's compact, lightweight, comes with a carrying case to put on your camera strap. Highly recommended. I'm looking forward to using it for long exposure work.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- At Home
- Travel
Comments about Canon RC-6 Wireless Remote Control:
I use for tripod shots and it works great!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Canon RC-6 Wireless Remote Control:
This remote is a good value, but there are a few things you should know before purchasing (not that I am recommending or know of anything else). The remote seems to have to be pointed directly at the camera sensor/body. Luckily, the the 2-second setting allows for the remote to be quickly removed from the pic if you're photographing yourself. The remote cannot be pointed at the back of the camera either...only at the front (toward the sensor). Other than this drawback, I'm satisfied and would purchase the unit again.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact
Cons
- Can't open battery slot
- No clear instructions
Best Uses
- Travel
Comments about Canon RC-6 Wireless Remote Control:
The instructions with the product are scant and I have been unable to open the battery compartment despite several attempts at following the instructions. As a result I have yet to get it to work and do not know whether that is because it has no battery (which I cannot determine).
More comprehensive instructions would be helpful.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- At Home
- Travel
Comments about Canon RC-6 Wireless Remote Control:
The remote works as listed is appears to be well built.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
- Delay may be too short
Best Uses
- At Home
Comments about Canon RC-6 Wireless Remote Control:
Simple, straight-forward and easy to use. Manual made sense. Having options of immediate or 2-second delay only can limit usefulness.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Canon RC-6 Wireless Remote Control:
Works great. Its much smaller than i was expecting.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Compact
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Canon RC-6 Wireless Remote Control:
Used this mostly while doing landscapes. Camera on tripod, get every thing ready, step off to the side and wait for perfect (no wind) time. Press button and done. This little remote is easy to use, and it is eazy to carry in your hand or pocket while you setting up.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- At Home
- Travel
Comments about Canon RC-6 Wireless Remote Control:
Does what its supposed to do! Excellent
Pros
- Compact
- Easy To Use
- I love it
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- At Home
- Travel
Comments about Canon RC-6 Wireless Remote Control:
I can get some great shots when i'm not pointing the camera at some one.The RC-6 is so small and no cord.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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- Price: $1.49
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- CR2032 Lithium Batteries
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