Remote cable for K5

Skipper74 · 02-03-2013, 03:27 PM

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Anyone know of a good remote for a K5?. Looking to get some northern lights shots on my tripod and want a remote cable.

Dr_who · 02-03-2013, 03:39 PM - **1 Like**

This review follows my opinion on this wireless remote, and I have to give it 4.5 out of 5.

Hahnel Giga T Pro II Wireless Remote Review

**boriscleto** · 02-03-2013, 03:39 PM

Pentax uses the same connector as Canon. There are dozens available on eBay for a few dollars directly from China.

Docrwm · 02-03-2013, 04:05 PM

I've got this one and its worked like a charm.
Neewer EZa Remote Control C1 Model aka "RS-60E3 Comaptible LCD Timer" reviews - Pentax Camera Accessory Review Database

KevinR · 02-04-2013, 01:01 PM

Originally posted by boriscleto

Pentax uses the same connector as Canon. There are dozens available on eBay for a few dollars directly from China.

Pentax uses a 2.5mm (about 3/32") TSR jack. This is not the same as used on all canons, but anything for Rebel/350d->650d series and also 60d will be ok.

Pre-60d, 1d, 5d, etc uses a different connector which is not the same as Pentax.

stormtech · 02-04-2013, 07:29 PM

Since our K-5's have a built in intervalometer, I didn't get one with the timer function.

Docrwm · 02-04-2013, 07:44 PM

Originally posted by stormtech

Since our K-5's have a built in intervalometer, I didn't get one with the timer function.

The one in the K-5 is more limited than the one in the remote.

chuck luck · 02-07-2013, 07:08 PM

The Triggertrap is suppose to be really nice. Click on supported camera's at the top.

https://triggertrap.com

**boriscleto** · 02-07-2013, 07:34 PM

I just got this one in the mail today. Half press focuses, full press fires. What more do you need? It will even lock for bulb or continuous shooting.

Wired Remote Shutter Release for Canon EOS 1000D 450D 400D 350D 300D 60D RS 60E | eBay

02-03-2013, 03:27 PM	#1
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02-03-2013, 03:39 PM - 1 Like	#2
Dr_who Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 777	This review follows my opinion on this wireless remote, and I have to give it 4.5 out of 5. Hahnel Giga T Pro II Wireless Remote Review

02-03-2013, 03:39 PM	#3
boriscleto Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: North Syracuse, NY Photos: Gallery Posts: 16,475	Pentax uses the same connector as Canon. There are dozens available on eBay for a few dollars directly from China.

02-03-2013, 04:05 PM	#4
Docrwm Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Somewhere in the Southern US Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,285	I've got this one and its worked like a charm. Neewer EZa Remote Control C1 Model aka "RS-60E3 Comaptible LCD Timer" reviews - Pentax Camera Accessory Review Database

02-04-2013, 01:01 PM	#5
KevinR Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Cape Town, South Africa Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 653	Originally posted by boriscleto Pentax uses the same connector as Canon. There are dozens available on eBay for a few dollars directly from China. Pentax uses a 2.5mm (about 3/32") TSR jack. This is not the same as used on all canons, but anything for Rebel/350d->650d series and also 60d will be ok. Pre-60d, 1d, 5d, etc uses a different connector which is not the same as Pentax.

02-04-2013, 07:29 PM	#6
stormtech Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: In the boonies (NW Penna) Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 5,744	Since our K-5's have a built in intervalometer, I didn't get one with the timer function.

02-04-2013, 07:44 PM	#7
Docrwm Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Somewhere in the Southern US Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,285	Originally posted by stormtech Since our K-5's have a built in intervalometer, I didn't get one with the timer function. The one in the K-5 is more limited than the one in the remote.

02-07-2013, 07:08 PM	#8
chuck luck New Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: indiana Posts: 17	The Triggertrap is suppose to be really nice. Click on supported camera's at the top. https://triggertrap.com

02-07-2013, 07:34 PM	#9
boriscleto Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: North Syracuse, NY Photos: Gallery Posts: 16,475	I just got this one in the mail today. Half press focuses, full press fires. What more do you need? It will even lock for bulb or continuous shooting. Wired Remote Shutter Release for Canon EOS 1000D 450D 400D 350D 300D 60D RS 60E \| eBay

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