graham_marsden Posted August 31, 2008 Share Posted August 31, 2008 Hi guys. I am disabled but I much enjoy photographing our garden birds with my 300mm.. My current practice isto tripod mount my D80 at the open window, pre-focused on the bird feeders. Is there an alternative to the remote-cord MC-DC1? The cable isn't long enough for my room design. Thetrouble with the cordless release device is that one needs to be in front of the camera to operate it. cheers G Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
albertdarmali Posted August 31, 2008 Share Posted August 31, 2008 I am not sure if we can actually place a small mirror in front of the camera and align it towards the sensor and then you can just use the remote from the back. (pointing the remote to the mirror) I don't have a remote so I won't be able to try it for you. Maybe some other member can help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bwcombs Posted August 31, 2008 Share Posted August 31, 2008 Although it's a bit crude, I rigged my cameras (D70 and D200) with a small piece of foil to reflect the infrared signal from behind with the ML-L3 remote. I used a rubber band on the lens barrel of an 80-200mm lens. This held the foil in place and allowed me to adjust it a bit to get the right angle to direct the signal. My wife saw that setup and laughed, but I did capture some great images of feeding birds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lex_jenkins Posted August 31, 2008 Share Posted August 31, 2008 Ditto Albert's suggestion to try a mirror or other reflective surface. Even ordinary glass or metal is sometimes enough. Otherwise a wireless radio controller like the Pocket Wizards will do the trick. Expensive tho'. I don't know if the more affordable wireless radio controllers can be used to trigger the camera alone, or if they're intended only for remotely triggering an off-camera flash. Nikon Camera Control software is another option, via USB cable to your computer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jfz Posted August 31, 2008 Share Posted August 31, 2008 You could try to control the camera by a computer or laptop through a USB cord. You would need a software, Nikon camera control, to control the camera. You can get a long USB cord from stores like RadioShack. Happy shooting jf Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diane_madura Posted August 31, 2008 Share Posted August 31, 2008 Hi Graham. One would think that Nikon makes an extension for their remote. Anyhow, I found a thread that might be of help to you. http://www.photo.net/nikon-camera-forum/00Q15K Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aether Posted August 31, 2008 Share Posted August 31, 2008 I use a cable made by Adidt which is 30 feet long and works very well on my D80. Try searching for them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crabseye Posted August 31, 2008 Share Posted August 31, 2008 There are ones sold on the large auction site that are a good bit longer. Posters on other sites say they work well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
graham_marsden Posted August 31, 2008 Author Share Posted August 31, 2008 Thank you all very much. I obviously need to do further research based on your ideas. Control via USB from my laptop appeals. And I have e-mailed Adidt re Peter's suggested 30 ft cable - his comment that it works on <b>his</b> D80 was persuasive. <IMG SRC="http://mars.walagata.com/w/radiogandy/Icons/photo_0.gif"> thanks again to all responders Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray House Posted September 1, 2008 Share Posted September 1, 2008 Do a search on Fred Miranda's site in the store section for Opteka XL remote. It costs $17.95 and has a 10' cord. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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