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Ideal for time-lapse photography including blooming flowers and astrophotography Remote switch with a 2.6-foot cord Self-timer, interval timer, long-exposure timer and exposure-count setting features Easily enter the numeric settings with a single thumb LCD panel can also be illuminated
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116 of 118 people found the following review helpful
This thing is very cool. You can do a bunch of different timer functions, and some combinations of them. You can set shutter length, interval between shots, time to first shot, and number of shots to take, plus you can just treat the thing as a remote release cable.
The display light is just fine for shooting at night, and there are not a lot of buttons, so you can learn to run the remote in the dark pretty fast.
My only gripe is the cable is not very long - 21 inches or something like that. Canon wants almost 1/2 the price of the TC80N3 for the extension cable. Most won't need anything longer, but it would be nice if it was.
64 of 65 people found the following review helpful
This remote is a handy tool to have. It's very basic use is as a shutter release. It's best to use a shutter release for when your camera in on a tripod in low light situations. Using the shutter release in this way helps to limit camera shake which improves your images.
Other programmable features include a self timer, interval timer, long exposure, and exposure count. You are permitted to use any combination all or none of these settings making the possibilities virtually limitless.
I have used to self timer so that I could both take the picture, and be in it. The self timer can be set for just shy of 100 hours if you wanted to.
For time lapse, a combination of the interval timer which can be set for just shy of 100 hours and the exposure count which can be set for up to 99 shots should be set. The self timer can be used to delay the first shot if desired.
The long exposure can also be set up to just shy of 100 hours.
The settings can be entered at any time without worry of inadvertent alterations. Pressing the light button until the hold indicator is displayed will deactivate all but the light button or prevents the stop/start button from being deactivated once an operation has been started.
The TC-80N3 is operated by one CR2032 battery. I've had my remote for over 2 years and the battery is still going strong. I'm not sure how long the battery is supposed to last, but there is an indicator in the display panel to let me know when the battery starts to get low. If the battery is fine, I don't see the indicator at all.
There is a storage place on the back for your cameras RC socket cover if you have one. I use this with a Canon 20D so it is of no use to me. The plug connects to the camera simply by pressing the plug into the socket. To disconnect, pinch the plug on the side and pull out.
For me, this item is a must have. I enjoy low light photography and I get plenty of use just for this reason. It's great to have the option available for other photographic opportunities. It is clear to me that this is a well thought out, quality product by Canon.
PROS:
Acts as a simple shutter release
Programmable options include a self timer, interval timer, long exposure, and exposure count
CONS:
Cable only about 34 inches
Other programmable features include a self timer, interval timer, long exposure, and exposure count. You are permitted to use any combination all or none of these settings making the possibilities virtually limitless.
I have used to self timer so that I could both take the picture, and be in it. The self timer can be set for just shy of 100 hours if you wanted to.
For time lapse, a combination of the interval timer which can be set for just shy of 100 hours and the exposure count which can be set for up to 99 shots should be set. The self timer can be used to delay the first shot if desired.
The long exposure can also be set up to just shy of 100 hours.
The settings can be entered at any time without worry of inadvertent alterations. Pressing the light button until the hold indicator is displayed will deactivate all but the light button or prevents the stop/start button from being deactivated once an operation has been started.
The TC-80N3 is operated by one CR2032 battery. I've had my remote for over 2 years and the battery is still going strong. I'm not sure how long the battery is supposed to last, but there is an indicator in the display panel to let me know when the battery starts to get low. If the battery is fine, I don't see the indicator at all.
There is a storage place on the back for your cameras RC socket cover if you have one. I use this with a Canon 20D so it is of no use to me. The plug connects to the camera simply by pressing the plug into the socket. To disconnect, pinch the plug on the side and pull out.
For me, this item is a must have. I enjoy low light photography and I get plenty of use just for this reason. It's great to have the option available for other photographic opportunities. It is clear to me that this is a well thought out, quality product by Canon.
PROS:
Acts as a simple shutter release
Programmable options include a self timer, interval timer, long exposure, and exposure count
CONS:
Cable only about 34 inches
89 of 93 people found the following review helpful
By Roger
I just purchased this remote for my Canon EOS 20D. Incredibly, there was no manual included. While I think that I can sort it out, I did find this website that had instructions for the manual:
http://eosdoc.com/manuals/?q=TC-80N3
http://eosdoc.com/manuals/?q=TC-80N3
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Simple & easy to understand
Good well made product. Easy to understand and use its functions. Great for multiple timed exposures. Arrived promptly and in good condition.
Published 1 month ago by D. Fowler
4.0 out of 5 stars
Minimum time is only one second
It's built very well and is easy to use. I'm glad I got it.
The only thing I am disappointed about is that the slowest time interval is one second. Read more
The only thing I am disappointed about is that the slowest time interval is one second. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Newsbob
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent tool
I had one for my camera, and now my son has one for his camera too. Now he doesn't ask to borrow mine all the time!
Published 2 months ago by rdg
5.0 out of 5 stars
A powerful remote switch for Canon Cameras
One could argue that the features offered by this remote ought to be offered in at least the best (= most expensive) Canon bodies as included features. Read more
Published 2 months ago by David Wilson
5.0 out of 5 stars
Like mine quite a bit, and it works really well too!
I bought this device to do extremely long exposures for night photography. I've paired it up with two 8x neutral density filters, and closed down my lens apertures to create... Read more
Published 2 months ago by A. Gossage
4.0 out of 5 stars
I'm a Fan
It does what it's suppose to. There are some oddities to this thing though. One of them is that you can't turn it off. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Dave
5.0 out of 5 stars
Perfect fit for interesting time lapse photos and movies
Easy controls and works perfectly. Expands your photo creativity for stills and conversion into movies with Quicktime. Easy to read display.
Published 3 months ago by The Wiz
3.0 out of 5 stars
Does Not Fit Canon EOS 60D, However...
This remote timer does not fit the Canon EOS60D - the D60is a Nikon. However, Amazon does sell an adapter that allows it to be used with the EOS 60D DSLRKIT Shutter Remote... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Wee Willie
4.0 out of 5 stars
So far so good
I almost bought a 3rd party device but decided to get the Canon version. Spend several thousand on camera body and glass, why not another 130.00 to get it straight from Canon.
Published 4 months ago by Onodacops
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent
Although Canon products can be pricey - they do work as advetised. I have always wanted to be able to do time lapse photography, and this little baby gives me that option.
Published 4 months ago by Golf Nut
