Nikon MC-30 Review

Evaluation (maximum rating is 5)

Introduction

Positives

Drawbacks

Verdict

Alternatives

Sample Picture

Introduction

The Nikon MC-30 is the standard remote release cord for 10-pin cameras. It features a trigger lock button on the back of the remote for long/Bulb exposures.

Specifications

Length: 32" (80 cm)

Works with: (N)F90/x/s, F100, F5, F6, D1, D2 Series D3, D200, D300, and D100 with MB-D100.

price from: $54.95 USD

Manufacturers web site: www.nikon.com

Positives

Bulb, the trigger lock is excellent for Bulb exposures.

Drawbacks

Plastic.
Price. Rather pricey, you are paying top $ for the Nikon logo on this item, that said it's still valuable, especially for Macro/Bulb work.

Verdict

This Remote is a must for macro photographers, and users of long lenses. It's excellent for people doing long Exposures. For Dslr users this remote should be all you need, as the Nikon D2 series have most of the features of the more expensive MC-36. I find this remote a must have with my D200, even on a tripod. I find that the shutter lag and the mirror slap is to slow on my D200, resulting in blurred shots with long lenses on a tripod at slow shutter speeds.

Alternatives

Nikon MC-36 Multi-Function Remote. From $129.95 USD

Nikon ML-3 Compact Modulite Remote Control. From $154.95 USD

Sample Pictures

Nikon D200, Sigma 10-20mm, MC-30, @ 15sec f/11
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