Cable Shutter Release

I am going to buy a cable shutter release on ebay, I am wondering if they have a universal fit, or is there a certain

brand I need. I own a Canon 350D/Rebel Xt. Thanks for any help.

I meant shutter release cable, oops! Thanks again for any suggestions.

The configuration is common across several Canon cameras, but not universal (in a generic, all-cameras way) at all. Still, it doesn't have to be expensive. You can get the <a href="http://www.laurphoto.com/prdr/opteka_release_for_xti" target="_blank"><b>Opteka</b></a> release for that body for under $15. You might find it for a few dollars less in an auction, but watch out for the inflated shipping and handling. Regardless, it's a great tool to have in the bag - a release is crucial macro work, portraits, and such. Happy shooting.

There were some older cameras with a straight thread on the cable release fitting which took a straight threaded cable release, with many turns to attach/detach. Most modern ones, probably including yours have a tapered thread which attaches in about one half turn.

Thanks Matt!

Also, thanks for your help Charles.

Um, Charles, the OP has a digital camera, the threaded mechanical releases don't work with modern digitals.

 

To the OP, the cable releases for Canons are not all interchangable. Some use a 3/32" micro plug, others use a proprietary connector that resembles a USB mini-B connector. Check before ordering.

 

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Your camera does not, as mentioned above, have a threaded mechanical cable release. It uses a simple electrical cable and pushbutton.

In particular your camera uses a 2.5mm stereo minijack, which Canon refer to as an "E3" plug.

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