Decent cable release for K1

zapp · 04-26-2017, 11:20 AM

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When 30" is not enough it would be nice to control longer exposure times even counting seconds. Pentax does not have a solution, the wifi app is lacking the feature... maybe I am blind, but can anyone reocmmend a cable release with timing control? It would be nice to have something with decent feeling in your hand as well, tyring to avoid cheap malfunctioning garbage.

**Bob 256** · 04-26-2017, 11:42 AM - **1 Like**

Have you upgraded to the latest firmware? 1.40 and beyond allows up to 20 minutes for bulb exposures. In my own opinion, for short ranges, the O-RC1 is the best "cable release" for the K-1. It's a little key fob that gives wireless autofocus and shutter release, and can be used with the K-1 timer in bulb mode. No cable or anything to plug in at all anymore (though you still have that option with the K-1 if you want to use a wired release). The O-RC1 will work up to about 15 feet (depending). If you need more range than that, there are other solutions, wired and wireless.

beholder3 · 04-26-2017, 11:44 AM

Aputure AP-TR1C works well.
Aputure AP-TR1C Fernauslösekabel, programmierbarer: Amazon.de: Kamera

**jatrax** · 04-26-2017, 12:23 PM

All you need is an audio extension cord with the same jack as your cable. 1/8" I think but not 100% positive. Take your remote to local audio store and ask for an extension cable. You need a male / female cable with the same jack in whatever length you want.

C_Jones · 04-26-2017, 04:33 PM

I use the following wired remote with my K-3II and K-5IIS. It derives its power from the camera, so it does not require a battery itself.

Vello RS-C1II Wired Remote Switch for Select Cameras RS-C1II B&H

penndragonn · 04-26-2017, 05:38 PM

Originally posted by C_Jones

I use the following wired remote with my K-3II and K-5IIS. It derives its power from the camera, so it does not require a battery itself.

Vello RS-C1II Wired Remote Switch for Select Cameras RS-C1II B&H

Yep, use same one....zero issues and no batteties

C_Jones · 04-26-2017, 06:23 PM

Originally posted by penndragonn

Yep, use same one....zero issues and no batteties

It does a nice job for me also. No battery failure or battery replacement issue.

04-26-2017, 11:20 AM	#1
zapp Pentaxian Join Date: Jul 2011 Posts: 2,385	Decent cable release for K1 Staff note: This post may contain affiliate links, which means Pentax Forums may earn a small commission if a visitor clicks through and makes a purchase. If you would like to support the forum directly, you may also make a donation here. When 30" is not enough it would be nice to control longer exposure times even counting seconds. Pentax does not have a solution, the wifi app is lacking the feature... maybe I am blind, but can anyone reocmmend a cable release with timing control? It would be nice to have something with decent feeling in your hand as well, tyring to avoid cheap malfunctioning garbage.

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04-26-2017, 11:42 AM - 1 Like	#2
Bob 256 Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Idaho Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,375	Have you upgraded to the latest firmware? 1.40 and beyond allows up to 20 minutes for bulb exposures. In my own opinion, for short ranges, the O-RC1 is the best "cable release" for the K-1. It's a little key fob that gives wireless autofocus and shutter release, and can be used with the K-1 timer in bulb mode. No cable or anything to plug in at all anymore (though you still have that option with the K-1 if you want to use a wired release). The O-RC1 will work up to about 15 feet (depending). If you need more range than that, there are other solutions, wired and wireless.

04-26-2017, 11:44 AM	#3
beholder3 Pentaxian Join Date: Dec 2011 Posts: 3,112	Aputure AP-TR1C works well. Aputure AP-TR1C Fernauslösekabel, programmierbarer: Amazon.de: Kamera

04-26-2017, 12:23 PM	#4
jatrax Site Supporter Join Date: May 2010 Location: Washington Cascades Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,991	All you need is an audio extension cord with the same jack as your cable. 1/8" I think but not 100% positive. Take your remote to local audio store and ask for an extension cable. You need a male / female cable with the same jack in whatever length you want.

04-26-2017, 04:33 PM	#5
C_Jones Pentaxian Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: NY Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 6,084	I use the following wired remote with my K-3II and K-5IIS. It derives its power from the camera, so it does not require a battery itself. Vello RS-C1II Wired Remote Switch for Select Cameras RS-C1II B&H

04-26-2017, 05:38 PM	#6
penndragonn Guest	Originally posted by C_Jones I use the following wired remote with my K-3II and K-5IIS. It derives its power from the camera, so it does not require a battery itself. Vello RS-C1II Wired Remote Switch for Select Cameras RS-C1II B&H Yep, use same one....zero issues and no batteties

04-26-2017, 06:23 PM	#7
C_Jones Pentaxian Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: NY Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 6,084	Originally posted by penndragonn Yep, use same one....zero issues and no batteties It does a nice job for me also. No battery failure or battery replacement issue.

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