Leica Q3 - Shutter Release/Intervalometer Options

[Steve Miller]

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Hi,

I'm looking for either a simple shutter release or more advanced intervalometer (cable or bluetooth for either option) for the Q3. I've read a couple of threads discussing the fact that the threaded shutter release on the Q3 doesn't actually allow the use of threaded shutter release; it's just a way for photographers to use soft release buttons. I also understand that I can use the Fotos app to remotely trigger the shutter, but I need something more dependable where I won't have to worry about losing the connection with my iPhone or that doesn't introduce a lag. The only potential solution I can think of is a cable remote that plugs in to the USB-C port. Does this exist? Is there any other way to trigger the Q3 without using either the body shutter, the self timer, or the app?

Thanks,

Steve

[radialMelt]

There is an interval shooting option built into the Q3. That's the only thing I can think of that could help you. 

[Steve Miller]

6 hours ago, radialMelt said:

There is an interval shooting option built into the Q3. That's the only thing I can think of that could help you. 

Thanks! This won't help me for this specific situation where I'll want to trigger the shutter remotely at non-regular intervals, but good to know there is an intervalometer! I thought there was one but couldn't find it when I quickly went through the menu (forgot to look under Drive Mode...doh!).

I'm still surprised the Q3 doesn't have the capability to use an external shutter remote via the USB-C port. Oh well.

Steve

[radialMelt]

32 minutes ago, Steve Miller said:

Thanks! This won't help me for this specific situation where I'll want to trigger the shutter remotely at non-regular intervals, but good to know there is an intervalometer! I thought there was one but couldn't find it when I quickly went through the menu (forgot to look under Drive Mode...doh!).

I'm still surprised the Q3 doesn't have the capability to use an external shutter remote via the USB-C port. Oh well.

Steve

I agree. The choice to thread the shutter button but not make it work with a cable release is quite strange.

[Steve Miller]

Just now, radialMelt said:

I agree. The choice to thread the shutter button but not make it work with a cable release is quite strange.

Exactly! A case of function following form, which is the opposite of how I view Leica. No complaints though, the Q3 is still a fantastic camera.