Remote trigger compatibilty

lotech · 12-21-2022, 09:11 PM

Hi there,

I am looking for a wireless trigger for my K3 Gen 1, as far as I know all K models are using the same type of remote, simply 2.5 or 3.5mm jack with on/off switch. I found some cheap wireless triggers like this one with interval timer, the special thing about it is it can be use wired too, but Pentax still not a hot brand so without the cable for it, I wonder if I could simply buy any model and change/make the cable myself, any comment ?

https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32839895505.html?spm=a2g0o.productlist.0.0.4...d=Hrk40e4FiH2G

**seventhdr** · 12-21-2022, 09:30 PM

Originally posted by lotech

Hi there,

I am looking for a wireless trigger for my K3 Gen 1, as far as I know all K models are using the same type of remote, simply 2.5 or 3.5mm jack with on/off switch. I found some cheap wireless triggers like this one with interval timer, the special thing about it is it can be use wired too, but Pentax still not a hot brand so without the cable for it, I wonder if I could simply buy any model and change/make the cable myself, any comment ?

https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32839895505.html?spm=a2g0o.productlist.0.0.4...d=Hrk40e4FiH2G

Get the one with the E3 cable end. that will go into the remote socket of a K-5. The site you mention says it will work with:

For Pentax:K-5,K-5IIs, K-7,K-30, K-50, K10D,K20D,K100D,K200D,

and Pentax has not changed its remote connections for its digital cameras.

If you were just wanting an infrared remote trigger the is the Pentax Remote F and the weather sealed version as well. The remote trigger that you link to has many additionall functions.

Regards

Chris

lotech · 12-21-2022, 09:39 PM

Originally posted by seventhdr

Get the one with the E3 cable end. that will go into the remote socket of a K-5. The site you mention says it will work with:

For Pentax:K-5,K-5IIs, K-7,K-30, K-50, K10D,K20D,K100D,K200D,

and Pentax has not changed its remote connections for its digital cameras.

If you were just wanting an infrared remote trigger the is the Pentax Remote F and the weather sealed version as well. The remote trigger that you link to has many additionall functions.

Regards

Chris

Yes I know, but for some reason I've to order from other site that carry lookalike models but without the cable for Pentax, china produced lot of such things and they are basically the same thing I could use, provided there is no tricks in the cable just an on/off switch. Btw what plug to use, 2.5/3.5mm and 3/4 poles ? I used my old LG phone with IR for remote trigger, and the KP lacking the IR sensor was an disappointment.

kypfer · 12-22-2022, 02:04 AM

Originally posted by lotech

Btw what plug to use, 2.5/3.5mm and 3/4 poles ? I used my old LG phone with IR for remote trigger, and the KP lacking the IR sensor was an disappointment.

The K-3 uses the older 2.5mm 3-ring plug, the CS-205 release, as compatible with many Canon cameras.
It's only the K-70 and KP that use the 3.5mm 4-ring plug (as far as I'm aware), the fourth contact is for the microphone connection.
As you say, "the KP lacking the IR sensor was an disappointment"

lotech · 12-22-2022, 03:21 AM

Originally posted by kypfer

The K-3 uses the older 2.5mm 3-ring plug, the CS-205 release, as compatible with many Canon cameras.
It's only the K-70 and KP that use the 3.5mm 4-ring plug (as far as I'm aware), the fourth contact is for the microphone connection.
As you say, "the KP lacking the IR sensor was an disappointment"

Thanks for the great tip !

12-21-2022, 09:11 PM	#1
lotech Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2012 Posts: 1,312	Remote trigger compatibilty Hi there, I am looking for a wireless trigger for my K3 Gen 1, as far as I know all K models are using the same type of remote, simply 2.5 or 3.5mm jack with on/off switch. I found some cheap wireless triggers like this one with interval timer, the special thing about it is it can be use wired too, but Pentax still not a hot brand so without the cable for it, I wonder if I could simply buy any model and change/make the cable myself, any comment ? https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32839895505.html?spm=a2g0o.productlist.0.0.4...d=Hrk40e4FiH2G

12-21-2022, 09:39 PM	#3
lotech Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2012 Posts: 1,312 Original Poster	Originally posted by seventhdr Get the one with the E3 cable end. that will go into the remote socket of a K-5. The site you mention says it will work with: For Pentax:K-5,K-5IIs, K-7,K-30, K-50, K10D,K20D,K100D,K200D, and Pentax has not changed its remote connections for its digital cameras. If you were just wanting an infrared remote trigger the is the Pentax Remote F and the weather sealed version as well. The remote trigger that you link to has many additionall functions. Regards Chris Yes I know, but for some reason I've to order from other site that carry lookalike models but without the cable for Pentax, china produced lot of such things and they are basically the same thing I could use, provided there is no tricks in the cable just an on/off switch. Btw what plug to use, 2.5/3.5mm and 3/4 poles ? I used my old LG phone with IR for remote trigger, and the KP lacking the IR sensor was an disappointment. Last edited by lotech; 12-21-2022 at 09:49 PM.

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12-21-2022, 09:30 PM	#2
seventhdr Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Christchurch, New Zealand Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,440	Originally posted by lotech Hi there, I am looking for a wireless trigger for my K3 Gen 1, as far as I know all K models are using the same type of remote, simply 2.5 or 3.5mm jack with on/off switch. I found some cheap wireless triggers like this one with interval timer, the special thing about it is it can be use wired too, but Pentax still not a hot brand so without the cable for it, I wonder if I could simply buy any model and change/make the cable myself, any comment ? https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32839895505.html?spm=a2g0o.productlist.0.0.4...d=Hrk40e4FiH2G Get the one with the E3 cable end. that will go into the remote socket of a K-5. The site you mention says it will work with: For Pentax:K-5,K-5IIs, K-7,K-30, K-50, K10D,K20D,K100D,K200D, and Pentax has not changed its remote connections for its digital cameras. If you were just wanting an infrared remote trigger the is the Pentax Remote F and the weather sealed version as well. The remote trigger that you link to has many additionall functions. Regards Chris

12-22-2022, 02:04 AM	#4
kypfer Pentaxian Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Jersey C.I. Posts: 3,594	Originally posted by lotech Btw what plug to use, 2.5/3.5mm and 3/4 poles ? I used my old LG phone with IR for remote trigger, and the KP lacking the IR sensor was an disappointment. The K-3 uses the older 2.5mm 3-ring plug, the CS-205 release, as compatible with many Canon cameras. It's only the K-70 and KP that use the 3.5mm 4-ring plug (as far as I'm aware), the fourth contact is for the microphone connection. As you say, "the KP lacking the IR sensor was an disappointment"

12-22-2022, 03:21 AM	#5
lotech Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2012 Posts: 1,312 Original Poster	Originally posted by kypfer The K-3 uses the older 2.5mm 3-ring plug, the CS-205 release, as compatible with many Canon cameras. It's only the K-70 and KP that use the 3.5mm 4-ring plug (as far as I'm aware), the fourth contact is for the microphone connection. As you say, "the KP lacking the IR sensor was an disappointment" Thanks for the great tip !