Nikon 25395 MC-DC2 Remote Release Cord (1 Meter)

This remote works very well with Nikon D7500. Sometimes having a cord verses an infrared can be an annoyance, however this is minimal. This remote works well in that it is as fast as pressing the shutter button. If you do any long exposure shooting this is a must to reduce/eliminate vibration of the tripod.

This cable release works perfectly with my Nikon Z6III camera.

I bought this Nikon unit for my D90 (it also works on the D3100) after the Zeikos remote unit failed. Although the Nikon unit is a few more dollars, I am very happy with the purchase.My main reason for purchasing the unit was not only to get a sharper shot from a tripod (less vibration than pushing the shutter release manually), but I wanted very long exposures for night shots. These exposures of 30 minutes or even 6 hours, are not capable without the remote shutter release. So, I put it to the test a few weeks ago in the chilly New England air and could not be happier. TheIf this is your first time with a cable release unit, here are some notes that may be helpful for you:1. Once you get the unit plugged in, the camera switches to live view. In my case, this meant getting the focus exactly where I wanted it through the viewfinder, since I don't care for live view. There may be a way around this, but I don't know it. (If you do, please leave a comment for myself and others.)2. If you want to use the long, manual exposures, you MUST switch the camera to manual (M) setting and adjust shutter to "bulb". This will allow you to click and lock the shutter release for any extended period. To stop the exposure, simply unlock the shutter release by sliding off the lock on the remote. Remember to start with a strong battery. This unit is very, very easy to work with.3. The cable length is about 40 inches, which is a problem for some people. Know this in advance. If you prefer to shoot from in front of the camera, you may want to consider Nikon's wireless remote. Otherwise, you may have to consider an extension/adapter of some sort.All said, this is a great product which may help you get more creative with your exposures or help you get that tack-sharp photo by reducing vibration.

About a year ago I purchased an Opteka remote shutter release for my Nikon D3100. When I got it the first thing I noticed was the plug on the release didn't want to go into the GPS socket on the camera without considerable effort. That should have been my first clue. I did get it installed and the release seemed to work fine. I could lock it open for stellar photography or just use it normallY. After about the third time I removed the plug from the camera body the metal collar that surrounded the cable plug stayed in the camera body. I was able to remove it with a small pair of needle nose pliars. After awhile I just left the damn thing in there. The release was working but it wasn't very tight and would periodically come out of the camera until I started taping it to the tripod. What a pain in the butt. Well what do you get for $4.95? Some cheap Chinese thing made in a forced labor camp. Finally the plug just gave up the ghost and all the wires in the end of it were standing up like they'd seen a ghost. So I deep sixed this piece of garbage.I decided to spend more money on the next release and bought the Nikon unit, for six times as much money but it's worth it if it works right? Well it is to me anyway. When I got the unit I was surprised that it was smaller in all dimensions than the Opteka unit I had before. the cord was smaller in diameter. The plug also fits into the camera much better than the Opteka unit did. It works fine. I'm looking forward to more Stellar photography with it this year. Is this unit worth $24.95? Sure it is if it works like it's supposed to and doesn't give me constant headaches like the Opteka unit did. It's a camera accessory for a high end digital SLR so yeah it will be a little bit expensive but it's within my meager budget. Would I recommend this to a friend? Yes I already did.Dave Proffitt

Bought this to use with my D90. There are few options to take a shot without pressing the shutter button of your camera: -i.) Use the timer in your cameraii.) Use a wireless remote deviceiii.)Use a wired remote deviceThe main reason of avoiding pressing the shutter button of your camera is to reduce/prevent camera shake/vibration.Of the three options above, let me break it down to why this wired remote is the best of them all: -1.) It is much more reliable than a wireless remoted. I have a wireless one but if the angle is not right, you can't also get the trigger. The wireless requires battery to function and sometime, the battery is drained when you needed it the most. The power source of this device is from your camera.2.) It is compact and light. It will fit nicely in a pocket of your camera bag or your clothing.3.) It is very easy to use. The connector goes to a specific slot in the D90. Basically, "plug and play".4.) It is very versatile. If you press the button once, you got a single shot; if you hold it down, you can get a burst.5.) It has a "lock" feature that allows you to use the bulb setting in your camera for exposure longer than 30 seconds. Otherwise, you could equally use the timer in your camera to reduce camera shake.6.) It is reasonably priced and doesn't cause you an arm and a leg.

I have tried other non Nikon brand and ultimately ended up coming back to this one. It works beautifully with my Z6!