Hey guys,
First time post here. I just finished building a super simple DIY remote record button for my 15mm shoulder rig and 550d. I needed to use MagicLantern's 'Movie Rec Key' function to set to 'HalfShutter' for it to work, but it really does work well and very handy!
Anyway, for a full run down of the construction you can see it on my website here: http://albionartworks.com/dslr-rig-remote-record-button/ (http://albionartworks.com/dslr-rig-remote-record-button/)
Good stuff! I'm about try some creative wiring. Thanks for sharing. :)
I am so happy that ML fixed the remote record button problem... I have tried to use my 60d on a jib crane and up until now I had to start recording manually then position the camera then drop the jib and then stop recording ....
I also found using a shoulder rig a bit of a "PIA" having to reach up each time to depress the button.
One adaptation of the remote button fix .. purchase a chap remote garage door opener from Ebay ... use a 9 volt battery to power it and wire the plug to be controlled by the remote ... you can then start and stop record from 20 - 30 feet away from the camera.