Opteka RC-6 Wireless Remote Control for Olympus EVOLT E-520, E-510, E-500, E-420, E-410, E-330, E-300, E-30, E-3 & E-1 Digital SLR Camera ~ by Opteka
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Digital camera reviews of Opteka RC-6 Wireless Remote Control for Olympus EVOLT E-520, E-510, E-500, E-420, E-410, E-330, E-300, E-30, E-3 & E-1 Digital SLR Camera ~
Digital camera Review: Good basic remote
Summary: 3 Stars
The Opteka remote control unit is conveniently small. The 4 buttons at the top were dedicated to Olympus (I have an E510), but there are buttons for other major brands. The unit works with the built-in sensor in your camera. While it is meant to be used from in front of the camera, I was able to trigger the shutter from behind while indoors ( I haven't tried it outside yet, or at distances over 5ft.).
The W and T functions are turned on when your camera is in BULB mode (dial to max shutter time) so you can manually open and close the shutter. I can't figure out what the + and - buttons do (they exist on Olympus' remote too) but there is no explanation for them in the Olympus manual. The RC-7 comes with minimal information. The remote works fine and offers control for 4 other brands of camera. At $12.95, it's about half the price of the Olympus remote.
Follow up: I've been using the remote for about a month now and have found it useful for quick hands-off shutter release (instead of using a shtter delay). I have upgraded my original review from 3 to 4 stars (though the edit won't let me change the stars).
Digital camera Review: Good idea!
Summary: 5 Stars
The remote is great! We like to do group pictures, especially during holiday gatherings or parties, and the remote allows everyone, including the photographer, to be in position before the picture is taken. It was a great addition to our photo collection because everyone is in the picture!Digital camera Review: Great Alternative to the RM-1!
Summary: 5 Stars
What a great remote for a fraction of the cost of the Olympus RM-1. I took the chance and it was well worth it. There's no set up needed for the Olympus E410, just set up the shot, get in and smile! Great product!Digital camera Review: Great after I got one that worked
Summary: 3 Stars
The first remote sent me didn't work. When I emailed 47th Street Photo's support they sent me a new remote that works very well. Good prompt service. 5 stars if only it worked the first time.Digital camera Review: Great little remote for my Olympus E-500
Summary: 5 Stars
I read all the Amazon product reviews prior to buying this item, so I knew about the poor (almost incomprehensible) setup instructions. I was able to use my camera's operators manual to figure it all out. Once I understood the remote setup, everything has worked flawlessly. I highly recommend this unit to people who respect their equipment. The unit is not built ruggedly, so care is important. That said, it should provide you with years of use. Go Amazon!