July 18th, 2011 | 
My fellow pixiq.com expert, photographer and writer Haje Jan Kamps has this very cool project in development I want to tell you about. He is working on a universal remote triggering device which will work with any DSLR and it will carry laser, sound and time triggers all built-in. Plus an AUX input for any other trigger you might want to add to it: pedal, button, etc.
I really like the idea of having everything I could possibly need in such a small and inexpensive device. For example, I can use laser to shoot my lovely liquid splashes when working alone or add a pedal switch to do the same by triggering camera with my foot while using both of my hands to throw the water, or I could program the device to shot every minute to get a nice time-lapse video of how we build the studio lighting for our shots. Truly endless possibilities.
Here it is, a wonderful video presentation from Haje:
The device is available for pre-order for only $75 and you can be one of the first who get it. The project page is here: Trigger Trap: The Universal Camera Trigger.
TriggerTrap universal trigger
I can only wish success to Haje’s project and I’m really glad we have such innovative people among us. Those who create, not just consume…
Alex
About The Author: Alex Koloskov
The lighting magician, owner of AKELstudio, Inc.
Would love to see this and have the ability to pre-order one on kickstarter.
I think you can pre-order it. It is under “pledge” on the project page.. $75..
I saw this a week or two ago, but wondered ‘why’?? I have a StopShot and a Time Machine, as well as a couple of home brewed flavors (that is in reverse order of how I acquired them, but in the order of my current use). Lots of alternatives already on the market.
I just don’t see what this brings to the table…?
I guess this is a price;-)
What new Paul brought to a table when introduced Einsteins? Nothing, as Broncolor and ProFoto had that short flash duration.. But at what price..
Cool!! I bought a similar device/timer with triggers from Canada a year ago. Think I paid around 600+ $ for it
Wow Alex Thanks so much for this. The last time I had looked into a triggering solution other that the make it yourself kits, I believe one of them was right up there in the $1000 range. I am definitely looking forward to this! Haven’t even looked at the links yet and I’m excited
Thank you!