Lightning Triggers for Photography - What are folks here using?

[Joe Taylor]

Looking to buy a lightning trigger for a Can 6D. Like the looks and features of the Patchmaster but I'm not getting any info back from them. Their answering system here in the states sounds like a disconnection recording.

If not PatchMaster, what are folks here at Stormtrack using for lightning photography as far as a triggering device.

Many Thanks,

Joe Taylor

 

[Todd Rector]

If not PatchMaster, what are folks here at Stormtrack using for lightning photography as far as a triggering device.

I have been using a Nero trigger for the past several months with great results. I have seen several online reviewers talk about the unit being cheaply made, but I have not found that to be the case. I was concerned when I found out the unit ships from Turkey, but I ordered it on a Sunday night and DHL had it to my door that Friday so no complaints there. I use it with a Nikon, but it came with both the Nikon and Canon cables. I like it and would buy another if I misplaced or broke it.

Below is the first lightning shot I took with it - I had just put my camera on the tripod and was adjusting the Nero unit when a stroke went across the sky and my camera shutter triggered. I was thinking "NO WAY" but, sure enough, I got a great pic on the very first try.



TR

 

[Joe Taylor]

Thanks Todd. Awesome image. I think Patchmaster also ships from Turkey via DHL. They have an office in Florida. Not sure it's still open though.

 

[Todd Rector]

I saw your other forum thread. Sorry you are having trouble with Patchmaster.

Make sure to shop around. B&H photo, Amazon, etc., all sell lightning triggers of various brands and features and there is a lot to be said for the comfort of large companies standing behind the products they sell.

Hopefully we will see YOU post some lightning pics soon!

TR

 

[Joe Taylor]

Thanks Todd. And by the way. In the 80's and 90's growing up in Iowa I chased all over the state. I'm from Ottumwa.

 

[Todd Rector]

Well, Iowa misses you, so you should definitely come back to chase

 

[Joe Taylor]

Just heard from the folks at Patchmaster. They do indeed work with the 6D. Do wish there were more reviews out there. But the price is right.