RC-6 wireless infrared shutter remote for Canon EOS cameras
Fire the shutter without touching the camera
Tripod work, group photos you actually appear in, long exposures where pressing the button would blur the frame: all are easier with a wireless trigger. This RC-6 style remote fires a compatible Canon EOS shutter from up to 5 metres away and weighs next to nothing, measuring roughly 64 by 35 by 6 millimetres, so it disappears into a camera bag pocket. A switch on the unit selects between instant firing and a 2 second delay, the latter giving you time to lower the remote out of frame before the exposure begins. It is ready to use out of the box. Because the trigger is optical rather than mechanical, there is no cable to snag the tripod or transmit hand movement to the body, and it spares you the self-timer dance of running back and forth for group shots.
Canon bodies that respond to the RC-6
The remote works with Canon cameras that carry a built-in infrared receiver, which includes the EOS 5D Mark II and 7D, the 60D, and the Rebel line sold locally as the 500D, 550D, 600D and 650D, plus the 450D, 350D and 300D. Other Canon models that support remote control mode also respond. Usage has two practical rules: set the camera to its remote shooting drive mode first, and operate the remote from the front of the camera, since that is where the infrared receiver faces. Remote mode usually sits alongside the self-timer options in the drive settings, and the camera stays armed until you change modes again.
Triggers for the Nikon shooter in the family
Photography households are rarely single-brand, and the equivalent trigger for Nikon DSLRs is the Nikon ML-L3 infrared shutter release remote, which performs the same job on compatible Nikon bodies. Buying spares is cheap insurance given how small these units are; the 2 pack RC-6 shutter remote for Canon EOS keeps one in the camera bag and one in the tripod case, and Nikon users have the matching 2 pack Nikon ML-L3 wireless shutter remote option. Small triggers are the most commonly misplaced accessory in any camera bag, which is exactly why the two-packs exist.
Why photographers order from The Remote Factory
The Remote Factory may be best known for TV and garage remotes, but as an Australian-based store specialising in all kinds of replacement remote controls it carries camera triggers like this RC-6 in local stock. Orders are dispatched within 24 hours, with standard delivery of 1 to 5 working days within Australia and 2 to 8 working days to New Zealand, so the remote usually arrives before the weekend shoot. Visa, Mastercard, American Express, PayPal, Shop Pay and Apple Pay are all accepted, and a 30-day return policy applies, with contact@theremotefactory.com.au on hand for compatibility questions about your camera body.
Frequently asked questions
Which Canon cameras work with this RC-6 remote?
It triggers Canon bodies with a built-in infrared receiver, including the EOS 5D Mark II, 7D and 60D, the 500D, 550D, 600D and 650D Rebels, and the 450D, 350D and 300D. Any other Canon model supporting remote control mode should also respond. If your camera lacks an infrared receiver it will not work with this trigger, so check your manual first.
How do I set up my camera to use the remote?
Switch the camera's drive mode to remote shooting, then point the RC-6 at the front of the camera where the infrared receiver sits and press the button. The remote operates from up to 5 metres away. A small switch selects instant firing or a 2 second delay, which is handy for self-portraits where you want time to hide the remote.
Does the remote work from behind the camera?
Infrared needs line of sight to the receiver, which faces forward on these Canon bodies, so the remote should be used from the front side of the camera. For most tripod scenarios that is natural, since you stand in or near the frame. If you need rear triggering for sports or wildlife work, a wired or radio release is the better tool.
Is this useful for long exposures and avoiding camera shake?
Yes, that is one of its main jobs. Firing the shutter without touching the body removes the vibration a finger press introduces, which sharpens tripod shots, night scenes and macro work. Combined with the 2 second delay option you can let any residual movement settle before the exposure starts. At around $12.98 it is one of the cheapest sharpness upgrades available.
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