Vello ShutterBoss Timer Remote for Canon with 3-Pin Connection
Whether you are in the studio or out in the field - the ShutterBoss Timer Remote from Vello provides photographers with an enhanced level of exposure control. Featuring specialized functionality such as: continuous shooting, long time exposures, and interval shooting - the ShutterBoss is a huge asset to keep in your magic bag of tricks. This particular ShutterBoss is compatible with cameras that have a 3-pin connection, IE: Canon EOS 5D, 7D and 1D series DSLRS.
With the ShutterBoss you can set timer delays, exposure times and intervals up to 99 hours, 59 minutes, 59 seconds in one-second increments. You can also select from 1 to 399 continuous shots or set the device to take an unlimited number of photos. Since you can set exposures without touching the camera you can capture clear, blur-free images. This remote has a 4-line backlit LCD status display for easy viewing and setting timer and exposure functions. The backlight can be locked to remain on when shooting in low lighting conditions.
- Compatible Cameras
- Canon EOS: 10D, 20D, 30D, 40D, 50D, 5D, 5D Mark II, 7D, 1D, 1Ds, 1Ds Mark1, 1DS Mark II, 1Ds Mark III, and 1Ds Mark IV
- Timer Functions
- You can set the timer delays, exposure times, and intervals up to 99 hours, 59 minutes, 59 seconds in one second increments.
- Exposure Functions
- The ShutterBoss enables you to select anywhere from one to 399 continuous shots, or you can set the device to take an unlimited number of photos.
- LCD Display
- The four-line backlit LCD display panel gives you a visual reference so you can enable the following functions: self-timer, exposure, interval, and number of shots. It also is a status indicator for battery life, timer functions, lock indicator, number of shots, and more.
- Audible Beep
- The ShutterBoss will give you an audible beep for the last three seconds of a countdown delay or interval. It will also beep to confirm your settings. The beep can be turned off if necessary.
- Long Battery Life
- Powered by two "AAA" batteries, it can last for about 60 days of continuous shooting with intervals of five minutes and exposures of 4 minutes, 56 seconds.
| Self-Timer Delay | 0-99 hr, 59 min, 59 sec in 1 sec increments |
| Exposure Range | 0-99 hr, 59 min, 59 sec in 1 sec increments |
| Interval | 0-99 hr, 59 min, 59 sec in 1 sec increments |
| Number of Shots | 1-399 or unlimited |
| Power Source | 2 x "AAA" 1.5V alkaline batteries (included) |
| Operating Temperature | -4/+122 °F (-20/+50 °C) |
| Dimensions (L x W x D) | 6.1 x 1.6 x 0.7" (155 x 40 x 18mm) |
| Cord Length | 2.7' (850mm) |
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by PowerReviews(based on 90 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
99%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (79)
- Lightweight (58)
- Reliable (33)
- Durable (30)
- Compact (16)
Cons
- Heavy / bulky (5)
- No off switch (4)
- No onoff switch (4)
- Poor design (3)
Best Uses
- Travel (29)
- Landscape/scenery (24)
- Landscape photography (24)
- Everyday (14)
- Macro photography (11)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Semi-pro photographer (19), Enthusiast (16), Semi-professional (16), Professional (14), Photo enthusiast (13)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (79), Yes (6)
Most Liked Positive Review
Great Inexpensive Timer
This timer/remote was easy to setup, easy to follow directions, and it was very easy to use. The best part, it was not expensive like the Canon labeled remotes. I bought this...Read complete review
This timer/remote was easy to setup, easy to follow directions, and it was very easy to use. The best part, it was not expensive like the Canon labeled remotes. I bought this wired remote for doing timelapse and star trails photography. I have my best results yet using this remote.
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Most Liked Negative Review
WHose really yhe boss
The Shutter boss works exactly how it claims, however due to the dark the color of it (black) it's hard to find in the dark since the plug comes out very very easily. ...Read complete review
The Shutter boss works exactly how it claims, however due to the dark the color of it (black) it's hard to find in the dark since the plug comes out very very easily. I have spent a lot of time searching in tall grass for this little guy only to find myself returning the next day in light to find it. I think a rubber band to hold it to the other equipment is instore while you move your tripod around. AND I am going to put some bright tape on it just so that it is easy to find in the dark.
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Pros
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
- No power switch
Best Uses
- Landscape Photography
- Traveling
Comments about Vello ShutterBoss Timer Remote for Canon with 3-Pin Connection:
I've used this for time lapse for some video projects. Once you make it through the buttons a few times you'll realize that the menu system is actually very simple. The device has always worked for me and I've never had any issues with it. I only wish it had an on/off switch. I have to tape the batteries outside the unit to travel with it.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Vello ShutterBoss Timer Remote for Canon with 3-Pin Connection:
This device is made pretty poorly. It will not power off unless you remove the batteries which is really stupid. The plug does not stay plugged into the camera. Overall this is a pretty bad product.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Timelapse
Comments about Vello ShutterBoss Timer Remote for Canon with 3-Pin Connection:
I bought the Vello ShutterBoss for use with my Canon 5D Mark III and have put it to the test on several long timelapse sequences in its first week in my camera bag. It works flawlessly, exactly as I had hoped, though, for just over [$] bucks, even better than I had expected. In fact, this little guy is exceptionally well made and does everything you need for long exposures, self-timing, timelapse, and multiple exposures. You'll love this thing.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday use
Comments about Vello ShutterBoss Timer Remote for Canon with 3-Pin Connection:
It was easy, once I figured it out!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
- Bulky
Best Uses
- Astrophotography
- Everyday use
- Landscape Photography
- Macro Photography
- Night photography
- Traveling
Comments about Vello ShutterBoss Timer Remote for Canon with 3-Pin Connection:
I was looking for a timer to use in prolonged exposition shots. The ones to capture star trails, and the landscapes using only the moon light.All functions in the backlit display are intuitive and the green backlight is easy on the eyes. It was easy to understand the functions of the remote. The timer that allow to shot time lapse sequences is a petty handy function. Overall it does what it is supposed to do, and do it well.An on/off switch certainly would make a difference as I found many times that the time was activated inside my bag when it was not in use. Mostly because I pack it with other accessories and the start/stop button is accidentally pressed.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday use
- Home
- Timelapse
Comments about Vello ShutterBoss Timer Remote for Canon with 3-Pin Connection:
I run a non-profit music school for children and decided to buy this to capture a day in the life of our program with timelapse photography. I set this up with my 5D Mk I and left it for 4 hours a day, for 5 days. After taking it out of the box, and inserting the included AA's, it took about 5 minutes to figure out!
Doing 1 photo every 4 seconds takes a tremendous amount of battery power and you'll need to have a large memory card and will probably need to set it to take small jpegs, which are still better resolution than any video anyways.
I have zero complaints about this product - it's really great!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
- Poor Design
Best Uses
- Landscape Photography
- Time Lapse
Comments about Vello ShutterBoss Timer Remote for Canon with 3-Pin Connection:
It's good… just one thing though; the lock switch is too easy to slip on and sometimes I found myself wondering why it wasn't working only to discover it slipped "slightly" into the lock position.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- long exposures
- Time Lapse
Comments about Vello ShutterBoss Timer Remote for Canon with 3-Pin Connection:
This item does exactly what I bought it for, and at an incredible price! Will use it lots outdoors next winter, so no word yet on how it'll behave in the cold. Otherwise happy.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape Photography
- Portraits
- Studio
- Traveling
Comments about Vello ShutterBoss Timer Remote for Canon with 3-Pin Connection:
Great ease of use
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape Photography
- Traveling
Comments about Vello ShutterBoss Timer Remote for Canon with 3-Pin Connection:
Great for time lapse photography. Works perfectly with my Canon 7D.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
- Poor Design
Best Uses
Comments about Vello ShutterBoss Timer Remote for Canon with 3-Pin Connection:
I have used this product a few times and so far I like it. It does what it was meant to do. The only thing I am not a fan of is no Off switch. So for that reason 4 stars.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Affordable
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
- Sleek
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday use
- Home
- Landscape Photography
- Macro Photography
- Portraits
- Studio
- Traveling
Comments about Vello ShutterBoss Timer Remote for Canon with 3-Pin Connection:
I purchased the Vello ShutterBoss to do time lapse photography in combination with my Canon 7d DSLR camera.
I was first attracted to the product by the price, as it is quite a bit more affordable than the Canon time lapse trigger.
When I got the product I was happy to find that it inlcuded batteries, which meant that I could start using it right away.
As advertised, it worked great with my Canon 7d; it was just plug and play. The instructions were fairly poorly written, but the device is easy to navigate through, so I got it working pretty quickly.
The ShutterBoss has proven to be a very reliable device, and has definetly proven to be the boss of my shutter.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Vello ShutterBoss Timer Remote for Canon with 3-Pin Connection:
The SutterBoss does everything it claims. It's well-built with a fairly intuitive interface. Comes with 2 generic brand AAA batteries. Manual is good. My only recommendation is you will need an AC power source and a tripod (or similar mount) for your camera.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
- No onoff switch
Best Uses
Comments about Vello ShutterBoss Timer Remote for Canon with 3-Pin Connection:
have only used it a couple of times first time when package arrived at my home and going over it with the manual and then on recent camping trip shooting or attempting to shoot the stars had a bit of a problem trying to remember how to set it up but once I got the hang of it worked wounderful.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Everything
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape Photography
- Macro Photography
- Time Lapse
Comments about Vello ShutterBoss Timer Remote for Canon with 3-Pin Connection:
You can't ask for anything better in this price point. There are some things where you want to spend your money for Canon branded products like glass, but for accessories like this, there's no comparison here.
This serves all my purposes for time lapse shooting at less than half the cost of the Canon brand. Built very well with the only one exception that everyone else is commenting on, no on or off switch. But that shouldn't be an issue if you are an experienced gadget user and remove your batteries from your device after use. Still though, the on and off switch would prove useful and would have given this a 5 star rating. Instead, it's a 4 with high remarks.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- HDR photography
Comments about Vello ShutterBoss Timer Remote for Canon with 3-Pin Connection:
Works as advertised. This is a great alternative to the overpriced Canon product.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Vello ShutterBoss Timer Remote for Canon with 3-Pin Connection:
Very easy to use. Took it out of the box and was making time lapse sequences within minutes.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Traveling
Comments about Vello ShutterBoss Timer Remote for Canon with 3-Pin Connection:
It's cheaper than the expensive ones but works as well. Great for timelapses amd easy to use.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape Photography
- Traveling
Comments about Vello ShutterBoss Timer Remote for Canon with 3-Pin Connection:
Very usefull for landscape photos, need AAA batteries and easy replace
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
- Simple operation
Cons
- No onoff switch
Best Uses
- Landscape Photography
- Macro Photography
- Timelapse
Comments about Vello ShutterBoss Timer Remote for Canon with 3-Pin Connection:
Does everything you would expect an intervelometer to do. Very simple to operate. Only thing preventing 5 stars: no "on/off" switch.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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What's in the Box
- 2 x "AAA" Alkaline Batteries
- User's Manual
- 1-Year Limited Warranty
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