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11/22/2003 02:54:41 PM · #1 |
I really need to get is a remote release for my F717, but it seems everyone is sold out of the RM-DR1 remote. I used Sony's Live help and here's the answer I got.
Originally posted by Sony Live "Help":
Daniel: Hi, my name is Daniel. How may I help you?
You:I've been looking all over for a Sony RM-DR1 remote for my Sony F717. It seems like everyone is out of stock. On the SonyStyle website the RM-DR1 is nowhere to be found, and it suggests the RM-VD1 as a substitute. I prefer the all black color and sleeker style of the RM-DR1. Has this unit been discontinued or is it just on backorder due to manufacturing delays?
Daniel: Please give me a moment while I get this information for you.
You: ok, thanks
Daniel: The remote control that is compatible with your DSC-F717 is the RM-VD1
You: so the RM-DR1 is discontinued then?
Daniel: I will forward the page for the unit.
Daniel: Yes
Daniel: I will forward the order or can you take it from here?
You: i got it from here thanks |
That really sucks the RM-VD1 looks like a cheap clip-on piece of crap. 
The strange thing is that I email B&H Photo and they said it was on backorder and not discontinued. and Amazon.com states that theRM-DR1 will be in stock soon. |
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11/22/2003 02:58:11 PM · #2 |
Sorry for the double post. There was a "site maintenance" sceen that came up and I thought it didn't go through.
Message edited by author 2003-11-22 16:31:23. |
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11/22/2003 05:09:07 PM · #3 |
I own both remotes and use the RM-DR1. I definately like the feel of the RM-DR1, having a remote is very nice.
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11/22/2003 05:36:45 PM · #4 |
Can either of those manually adjust the shutter speed? Do they have a Bulb feature? where you manually control when the shutter opens and closes..
Message edited by author 2003-11-22 17:44:06. |
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11/22/2003 06:39:18 PM · #5 |
I have the RM-DR1 and use it all the time. Because it is wire connected to the camera it has more in common with a standard cable release than a remote.
Based on the picture, I would say both have the same functionality - They control the camera on and off switch, the camera zoom and the shutter.
The RM-DR1 does not have any shutter speed or aperture controls.
The F-717 does not have a bulb setting, dangit!
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11/22/2003 09:12:31 PM · #6 |
| can't the remotes function as a bulb feature? |
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11/23/2003 06:33:48 PM · #7 |
Originally posted by eswik:
can't the remotes function as a bulb feature? |
Unfortunately no, the remotes can't do that.
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