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EOS Remote App worth getting?

Started Jun 3, 2016 | Discussions thread
Vikingod Regular Member • Posts: 236
Re: EOS Remote App worth getting?
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It functions fine with the t6i both on my android phone and ipad. Connects fairly quickly and easily.

As far as shooting with it goes... I really haven't found a good use for it. it gives you decent control over the camera, but you lose the ability to do anything on the camera whilst shooting with the app. In essence, it becomes Live View (another feature I rarely use). Also, having Wifi enabled really drains the battery.

It probably is better used to browse your on-camera images in the field. It's nice to be able to see them on a larger screen, such as an ipad or tablet. That said, I don't really do that much, so I can't elaborate more.

Give it a shot. You don't have anything to lose. But aside from the initial "wow" that comes with pairing any of your favorite gadgets, I found it to be kind of a gimmick.

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