You are probably familiar with the phenomenon: setting up the self-timer and then quickly running to the group to get in the shot in time. With a Bluetooth remote shutter, you can easily take pictures from a distance. But how do you set it up and use it correctly? Read along to learn all about using a Bluetooth remote shutter. Don't feel like reading? Check out our video, our specialist will explain it all
A Bluetooth remote shutter is convenient in various situations. You can use it for taking group photos for example or when you are using a selfie stick. With a Bluetooth remote control, you don't have to awkwardly reach for your phone to turn on the self-timer or start your recording when using a selfie stick. In addition, it is also perfect when you are creating content all by yourself. Set up your phone on a tripod, connect the remote shutter and you're ready to shoot the coolest photos or videos without needing someone else's help. Lastly, a Bluetooth shutter prevents motion blur when you are taking pictures as you no longer have to touch your phone.
Bluetooth remote shutters come in different shapes and sizes. Check the remote shutters from the MOJOGEAR assortment.
To connect a Bluetooth remote control to your phone, first turn on the remote control. The remote shutter works on a (supplied) battery. Turn on the Bluetooth on your phone to make a (one-off) connection via Bluetooth on your phone to the shutter (for example 'AB Shutter3') in your device list. Now the remote is connected to your phone. Open your phone's camera app and as soon as you press the button on the remote, your phone will take a photo or start recording video.
It is important that the settings of your camera app on your smartphone are correct. With an Android smartphone or tablet, it is often necessary to adjust this to ensure the Bluetooth remote shutter works properly.
If the volume changes as soon as you press the remote shutter, you should change something in your camera setting. You can go to the settings in your camera app and choose to operate the camera with the remote control instead of the volume.
Hopefully this article has given you more clarity about using a Bluetooth remote shutter. Do you have any further questions? Contact us or leave a comment below this post. We are happy to help you!
Using an external camera shutter remote control means you don’t have to touch the device, which might cause the device to move.
The easiest way to remote-release the camera is to use the headphones that came with your device. Tap the volume control button on your headphones to take an image. Make sure the device is not set to mute. The volume control doesn’t work if the device is muted.
Unfortunately, there is no support from iOS or Android for any of those Bluetooth shutter devices nor the volume button shutter use which it is based on. However, we managed to get most of the Bluetooth shutter to work. Just make sure the device is not set to mute. The volume control doesn't work if the device is muted.
Stop Motion Studio supports a wide range of external keypads or num pads. You can connect the keypad using a USB or Bluetooth connection. Having an external keypad allows you to move closer to the scene and still be able to control Stop Motion Studio. With an external keypad, you can control the shutter release, playback, and many more options.
With the remote camera app, you can use a second device as an external camera connected via a WI-FI connection.
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If you have an Apple Watch available, you can use it as a remote shutter release.