Can point-and-shoot cameras use a remote shutter release?
Asked 7/20/2014
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Do point-and-shoot digital cameras support remote shutter triggering? I’ve mostly found remote controls for DSLRs and phones, and I’m wondering whether compact cameras offer wired, wireless, or app-based shutter release options.
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Yes, there are. They are not in the majority because that function is more often associated with advanced users. Not sure what you are looking but if you search cameras which support wireless triggers, there are currently 17 compacts and 3 ultra-compacts.
If you search for wired-release, there are just 7 generally pricey compacts. Another option is to seek cameras with WiFi. Most WiFi cameras support releasing the shutter wirelessly but often have a good number of additional controls. Those include 23 ultra-compacts and 26 compacts at this time.
Note that the above links are live and will show the current cameras as they appear. Keep checking in a few months (say), if you do not find what you are looking for.
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Yes—some point-and-shoot cameras do support remote shutter release, but it’s less common than on DSLRs and mirrorless models.
Options mentioned include:
- wireless remote trigger support on some compact cameras
- wired shutter release support on a smaller number of models
- Wi‑Fi control via a smartphone app, which often includes remote shutter release and sometimes additional camera controls
In general, this feature is more likely to appear on higher-end or more advanced compact cameras than on basic point-and-shoot models. If remote shooting matters to you, check the camera’s specifications for terms like "wireless trigger," "remote release," "wired release," or "Wi‑Fi smartphone control."
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