Can the Canon BR-E1 pair to multiple Canon cameras?

Sgt_Strider wrote:

For a two body setup such as EOS R5, can I buy one BR-E1 and pair it to both bodies for use or it's one remote per camera?

It can only pair with 1 body at a time, but it only takes a few seconds to re-connect to a different camera.

I use the Bluetooth remote with 2 R5's, and I have to connect again if switching which camera body I am using. But it literally takes 15 seconds.

Dustman wrote:

Sgt_Strider wrote:

For a two body setup such as EOS R5, can I buy one BR-E1 and pair it to both bodies for use or it's one remote per camera?

It can only pair with 1 body at a time, but it only takes a few seconds to re-connect to a different camera.

I use the Bluetooth remote with 2 R5's, and I have to connect again if switching which camera body I am using. But it literally takes 15 seconds.

Damn it! I know it's 15 seconds, but you might miss the moment each time you take the steps to pair with the camera. I wish Canon had a better implementation.

1. Sgt_Strider wrote:

Dustman wrote:

Sgt_Strider wrote:

For a two body setup such as EOS R5, can I buy one BR-E1 and pair it to both bodies for use or it's one remote per camera?

It can only pair with 1 body at a time, but it only takes a few seconds to re-connect to a different camera.

I use the Bluetooth remote with 2 R5's, and I have to connect again if switching which camera body I am using. But it literally takes 15 seconds.

Damn it! I know it's 15 seconds, but you might miss the moment each time you take the steps to pair with the camera. I wish Canon had a better implementation.

You can use the Canon App, it also works great. And can connect to as many camera bodies as you want.

I use both the App and the Bluetooth remote, depending on where I am and what I am doing.

Dustman wrote:

1. Sgt_Strider wrote:

Dustman wrote:

Sgt_Strider wrote:

For a two body setup such as EOS R5, can I buy one BR-E1 and pair it to both bodies for use or it's one remote per camera?

It can only pair with 1 body at a time, but it only takes a few seconds to re-connect to a different camera.

I use the Bluetooth remote with 2 R5's, and I have to connect again if switching which camera body I am using. But it literally takes 15 seconds.

Damn it! I know it's 15 seconds, but you might miss the moment each time you take the steps to pair with the camera. I wish Canon had a better implementation.

You can use the Canon App, it also works great. And can connect to as many camera bodies as you want.

I use both the App and the Bluetooth remote, depending on where I am and what I am doing.

Mind sharing more details about what makes the app great? Is there a lag when turning on the camera and triggering the shutter with the app? Why did you get the remote if the app does the trick?

I'm also a little worried that the Bluetooth connection isn't stable between my phone and the camera.

Sgt_Strider wrote:

Dustman wrote:

1. Sgt_Strider wrote:

Dustman wrote:

Sgt_Strider wrote:

For a two body setup such as EOS R5, can I buy one BR-E1 and pair it to both bodies for use or it's one remote per camera?

It can only pair with 1 body at a time, but it only takes a few seconds to re-connect to a different camera.

I use the Bluetooth remote with 2 R5's, and I have to connect again if switching which camera body I am using. But it literally takes 15 seconds.

Damn it! I know it's 15 seconds, but you might miss the moment each time you take the steps to pair with the camera. I wish Canon had a better implementation.

You can use the Canon App, it also works great. And can connect to as many camera bodies as you want.

I use both the App and the Bluetooth remote, depending on where I am and what I am doing.

Mind sharing more details about what makes the app great? Is there a lag when turning on the camera and triggering the shutter with the app? Why did you get the remote if the app does the trick?

I'm also a little worried that the Bluetooth connection isn't stable between my phone and the camera.

The app actually connects via Wifi, not with Bluetooth.

The app gives a lot more control than the Bluetooth remote, which only allows triggering the shutter.

The app is basically like having a portable rear LCD screen, and you dont have to stand anywhere near your camera. You can adjust the shutter speed, aperture, ISO. Change the white balance, drive modes, etc

You can see the live exposure on your cellphone like looking through the evf. Also you can just touch on the cell screen and it focuses where you press It is great to take photos of yourself or with friends and family. Just click on your own face on your cellphone, and it will track and follow you.

I carry the remote with me, because not only does it take up zero space or extra weight in my bag. But it is good to always have a backup. If my cellphone battery is dead or low, I'll just use the Bluetooth remote. Or vice versa, if the Bluetooth remote battery dies, I can use my cellphone. (I actually did have the Bluetooth remote battery die on me once. And it takes a microscopic screwdriver to open and takes a watch battery, neither of which I had on me at that moment)

A big benefit of the Bluetooth remote for me though is that it is a physical button. When I'm shooting landscapes, and it is very very cold or wet out, I can just keep my hands in my pockets and press the button. The app however is on your cellphone, so it is a "digital" button you press on the screen. It is almost impossible to press without looking at your cellphone screen. So in certain weather conditions, not the best to have my cellphone out.

Dustman wrote:

Sgt_Strider wrote:

Dustman wrote:

1. Sgt_Strider wrote:

Dustman wrote:

Sgt_Strider wrote:

For a two body setup such as EOS R5, can I buy one BR-E1 and pair it to both bodies for use or it's one remote per camera?

It can only pair with 1 body at a time, but it only takes a few seconds to re-connect to a different camera.

I use the Bluetooth remote with 2 R5's, and I have to connect again if switching which camera body I am using. But it literally takes 15 seconds.

Damn it! I know it's 15 seconds, but you might miss the moment each time you take the steps to pair with the camera. I wish Canon had a better implementation.

You can use the Canon App, it also works great. And can connect to as many camera bodies as you want.

I use both the App and the Bluetooth remote, depending on where I am and what I am doing.

Mind sharing more details about what makes the app great? Is there a lag when turning on the camera and triggering the shutter with the app? Why did you get the remote if the app does the trick?

I'm also a little worried that the Bluetooth connection isn't stable between my phone and the camera.

The app actually connects via Wifi, not with Bluetooth.

The app gives a lot more control than the Bluetooth remote, which only allows triggering the shutter.

The app is basically like having a portable rear LCD screen, and you dont have to stand anywhere near your camera. You can adjust the shutter speed, aperture, ISO. Change the white balance, drive modes, etc

You can see the live exposure on your cellphone like looking through the evf. Also you can just touch on the cell screen and it focuses where you press It is great to take photos of yourself or with friends and family. Just click on your own face on your cellphone, and it will track and follow you.

I carry the remote with me, because not only does it take up zero space or extra weight in my bag. But it is good to always have a backup. If my cellphone battery is dead or low, I'll just use the Bluetooth remote. Or vice versa, if the Bluetooth remote battery dies, I can use my cellphone. (I actually did have the Bluetooth remote battery die on me once. And it takes a microscopic screwdriver to open and takes a watch battery, neither of which I had on me at that moment)

A big benefit of the Bluetooth remote for me though is that it is a physical button. When I'm shooting landscapes, and it is very very cold or wet out, I can just keep my hands in my pockets and press the button. The app however is on your cellphone, so it is a "digital" button you press on the screen. It is almost impossible to press without looking at your cellphone screen. So in certain weather conditions, not the best to have my cellphone out.

How long does it take for the Canon app to be ready for use once it's opened? Since it's connecting via WiFi, I'm assuming it'll take a few seconds every time I turn off the camera.

Would it be easier to buy two BR-E1, where each time is paired to a Canon camera, and I can use them immediately once I turn on the camera? Any lag with the Bluetooth remote? I'm assuming once it's paired, the Bluetooth remote will be able to use instantly once the camera is turned on?

Time from camera being completely off, to being turned on and connected to the app, I would say takes me about 20 seconds.

As far as having a separate bluetooth remote for each camera, that is up to you to decide.

If savings seconds to connect a remote worth it to you and necessary to your work, Then definitely, go for it. Everyone has their own needs.

I am personally never in that kind of rush to connect a remote to my camera. I am using a remote in basically only 2 kinds of situations.

One, slow shutter speed landscape photography, which I am working very slow and taking my time. Setting my composition sometimes an hour before the light I want arrives.

Or two, taking photos with myself in the frame. Which I can not do with a bluetooth remote, well at least the app makes that type of photo 1000 times easier for me.

I successfully paired BR-E1to my Canon R6 Mk II. But I don't see a remote control in the drive mode. It should be by 2sec/remote and 10sec/remote mode, but it isn't. It only shows 2sec and 10sec and it doesn't work... Any thoughts? It doesn't change anything between one shot and servo, if someone wanted to ask...

koenkooi wrote:

It’s in the wireless/connection menu.

Could you be more specific? As I said, I have already paired BR-E1 with my camera.