seekwul Posted March 9, 2022 Share #1 Posted March 9, 2022 Advertisement (gone after registration) Hi I recently dislocated my right shoulder and will probably need surgery in the next week or two; and then I'll need a sling and then rehab. Wondering if there are any options for shooting the SL2 left handed that anyone has used successfully ? I was thinking the handgrip adapter might be an option, but it doesn't look like there's a release button on the left hand side. I'm not sure how comfortable I'm going to be holding the SL2 and a long lens anyway (and manual focus is going to tough unless I use zone focusing), but hoping I don't need to spend the next 2 or 3 months camera-less. Any suggestions would be great; thanks in advance ! 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Jeff S Posted March 9, 2022 Share #2 Posted March 9, 2022 (edited) Other than the SL2, if you do a web search for “Left-Handed Camera - The Online Photographer”, you’ll get a 2018 article and discussion. Read the comments that follow, including reader ideas. Most common response… the old Exactas. In the modern age, a smartphone might be a good solution; often configurable controls, as well as light and compact. Jeff Edited March 9, 2022 by Jeff S 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
beewee Posted March 9, 2022 Share #3 Posted March 9, 2022 (edited) One thought is to get a camera cage and a remote trigger shooting it like a video rig. That said, even if you are using your left hand, a heavy camera will still activate muscles that will cause you pain on your right shoulder as you try to maintain balance. You’re better off using a smartphone and let your body heal properly. Edited March 9, 2022 by beewee Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gelatino Posted March 9, 2022 Share #4 Posted March 9, 2022 Turn the camera face to you , then the shutter release will be on the left, but I am afraid self portraits will be your only production.🤔 I'm already faaaar away😛 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eclectic Man Posted March 10, 2022 Share #5 Posted March 10, 2022 The obvious suggestion is to use a tripod for the camera and either a cable release or the Fotos app on your phone. I hope your shoulder gets better soon. If you have to have operation, remember to ask the doctors what you can expect to find afterwards. They re all really keen at describing teh surgery and what they do, but often less aware that what the patient wants to know is what happens afterwards, and how much time off work they'll need. Good luck! 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Photoworks Posted March 17, 2022 Share #6 Posted March 17, 2022 I had your situation. the reality you need 1-2 months getting that arm moving again. I was using a monopod and a cable release . a little slow but can be done... 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pelu2010 Posted March 20, 2022 Share #7 Posted March 20, 2022 Advertisement (gone after registration) He, If handheld I would use a remote ands pole attached to the camera. or a pistol grip or top rig but it will take a while until you feel comfortable. if there is a good camera store nearby , I would go there and test different set ups. kind regards Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaapv Posted March 20, 2022 Share #8 Posted March 20, 2022 It may look funny, but it works - shoot the camera upside down. Use your thumb to release. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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