Foolography, a German startup specializing in smart camera accessories, has just launched Unleashed ’22 on Kickstarter. This upgraded version follows their Unleashed ’18 dongle and allows photographers and filmmakers to create timelapses easily, control video recording settings and trigger the camera, do long-exposure shots, and geotag your pictures. So let’s take a closer look at what this little Bluetooth module can do for you! Various options are available on the market to control your DSLR/mirrorless camera wired or wirelessly. The two most common ones are “traditional” remotes, and the other is the camera manufacturer’s smartphone app. However, let’s be honest, carrying a large remote in your camera bag is cumbersome, and the app that comes with your camera usually has very limited capabilities and is not that well designed. To solve both issues – and even more – a German startup called foolography recently launched a tiny dongle that promises to make your life easier: Unleashed ’22. Dongle and compatibility Unleashed ’22 is a Bluetooth dongle that connects to your DSLR/mirrorless camera’s USB or HDMI port. At launch, this system will be compatible with no less than 144 camera models; below is a quick list. Image credit: foolography Once this tiny and lightweight dongle – 14 x 16 x 5.5mm for 5 grams only – is connected to your camera, the camera will power it, and it’ll turn on. So you got it, no need to charge it or bring extra batteries. Then, on your Android or iOS smartphone, you’ll...
Published By: CineD - Thursday, 11 November, 2021