Canon RC-1 Wireless Remote Control for Select DSLR Cameras

by Canon

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 3.4 x 2.5 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00004WCIC
• Item model number: 2465A001AA
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (479 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: June 19, 2006

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

The Canon RC-1 remote control makes taking group photos easy by allowing you to take pictures away from the camera. The RC-1 allows the selection of either a 2-second shutter delay or instant shutter release. Compatible with the Canon EOS Elan II/Elan IIe, EOS Elan, EOS 10S, and EOS IX.

Product Description

This is a miniature infrared transmitter. It operates at ranges up to 16 ft. and may be set for either instant release or 2 second delay. The RC-1 may also be used to activate mirror lock and bulb shutter functions. Compatible with EOS Digital Rebel XTi, Rebel XT, Digital Rebel, ELAN 7 series, Rebel T2, Ti, and K2.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

287 of 291 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Simple, no-frills remote that works great!, October 5, 2000

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Mike Keran (Seattle, WA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Canon RC-1 Wireless Remote Control for Select DSLR Cameras (Electronics)

This remote uses a small infrared transmitter to trip the shutter of many of the EOS line of cameras (EOS 10, Elan, Elan II/IIE, EOS IX and possibly others). I bought one 5 or 6 years ago and I haven't had to change the battery yet. Unlike wired remote shutter releases, the RC1 doesn't require the user to set anything up -- just point the remote at the camera front and press the button. The RC1 clips onto a holder that can be threaded through your camera strap so it's always nearby when needed. It measures (inches) 2.25 x 1 x .5 (length x width x height) and weighs not much more than one ounce.

The RC1 as two controls on it: a small slider switch and a larger button to trip the shutter. If you're wearing gloves, the slider switch is near impossible to adjust but the shutter button is easy to hit. The slider offers three settings: Lock (disables the shutter button), regular and 2-second delay. The regular setting works just like the shutter release on your camera although you can't press it halfway to autofocus. The 2-second delay locks up the mirror when you hit the shutter button and then trips the shutter 2 seconds later. This is very useful for longer exposures or shooting with telephoto lenses.

I've found the RC1 to be plenty sturdy (I shoot mostly outdoors and tend to be pretty hard on my equipment) and easy enough to unclip and operate with one hand. I have only two complaints with it: you need to point the remote at the front of the camera -- the IR sensor is right next to the shutter release -- which can be tricky when using wide angle lenses as you don't want to include your remote in the picture, and the RC1 doesn't provide any feedback that the shutter had been tripped -- I often find myself peering back through the viewfinder to see if the mirror is up or keeping my ear near the camera to listen for the film advance. This is a far simpler remote than the ones Canon offers for their top-end camera but it's also far less expensive and heavy. I only wish the RC1 worked for the EOS3!

95 of 96 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Simple, November 10, 2006

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Brian Koch "Aspiring Photographer" (MI United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Canon RC-1 Wireless Remote Control for Select DSLR Cameras (Electronics)

I decided to get this after buying the Rebel XTi and already owning the Rebel XT (this works with both.) I already had the corded shutter release which was nice when doing long exposures or macro work where even a little camera shake can make a huge difference. But this goes to a new level, you can set the camera up get everything in focus and then step back and take as many shots as you want without any risk of touching the camera. Make sure to cover the eyepiece when using this so stray light doesn't ruin your exposure. This is also handy when you want to take pictures with you in them. I have even used it with two cameras at once to get multiple angles of the same shot. I am thinking about setting up a blind and setting up the camera on a tripod to try to get some close up pictures of wildlife that would not be possible otherwise. Basically if you ever have a need to take pictures without holding the camera this is your solution.

125 of 129 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Nice little gadget, July 9, 2004

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R. Shumskis "highlandbob" (Maryland, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Canon RC-1 Wireless Remote Control for Select DSLR Cameras (Electronics)

I received this product a day ago and am happy with it. It's simple and reliably does what it's supposed to do. I bought it primarily for 'bulb' exposures [with my D-Rebel], but, of course, it is also useful when you want to avoid camera shake or to get yourself into the shot.

As others have noted, it is extremely light (15g) and tiny. Those reasons are why I picked this remote over the RC-5 and RS-60E3. Also, there is a camera strap clip included, so it will be quickly available. Canon is even kind enough to include batteries. This is definitely the one to buy.