MK Controls Lightning Bug - Camera Trigger for Photographing Lightning Bolts
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MK Controls Lightning Bug - Camera Trigger for Photographing Lightning Bolts - Cable Not Included

SKU: MKCLB

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Shopper : Is this compatible with Pentax K 70?YUDAH A : It will work if you can get the right cable for it. But I would get a Miops instead. It does more for less. I sold the MK.
Shopper : Why Did You Choose This?THOMAS L : Friend recommended it.

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2020-09-25T11:18:09

Rated 5 out of 5

Everything was just perfect for this order.

Everything was just perfect for this order.

THOMAS L.

2020-08-22T13:45:49

Rated 5 out of 5

Functional and simple

I’ve been using this trigger for about a year now. It just works and is simple to use. No fiddling around. Just plug it in, turn it on, set sensitivity wherever you want it and let it go.

Anton H.

2019-06-27T10:18:29

Rated 5 out of 5

Easy to use

This is a very good device, very easy to set up and works flawlessly. Have not tried the fireworks setting but as far as lightning goes, it is excellent! Very happy customer here!

DANIEL R.

2018-07-05T09:50:47

Rated 5 out of 5

It does a good job very easy to use and set up

I was very satisfied with this product

ED D.

2016-08-01T12:30:03

Rated 4 out of 5

Works great!

Works great!

TERRENCE W.

2016-07-11T17:13:18

Rated 5 out of 5

great item

This trigger is fantastic and very easy to use and it is a great buy. I've already captured some fantastic shots.

ronnie g.

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MK Controls Lightning Bug Specifications

  • Mounting

    Attaches to your camera hot-shoe
    Auxiliary PC port allows a flash to be triggered when lightning strikes

  • Certifications

    FCC Part 15, Subpart B Class B
    RoHS - MK Controls, Inc. has recently adopted the RoHS (Reduction of Hazardous Substances) initiative. Serial numbers starting with the digits 14 and above are certified to meet RoHS requirements

  • Battery

    Standard 9V Cell

  • Dimensions

    Front Overhang (from center of camera shoe): 3.51" / 8.91cm
    Rear Overhang (from center of camera shoe): 0.74" / 1.87cm
    Without shoe mount: 1.13 x 4.25 x 2.60" (2.87 x 10.79 x 6.60cm)
    With shoe mount: 2.10 x 4.25 x 2.60" (5.33 x 10.79 x 6.60cm)

  • Weight

    Not including Battery: 2.96 oz / 83.91g
    Including Battery: 4.48 oz / 127 g

  • UPC Code

    722301637524

7 Accessories for MK Controls Lightning Bug - Camera Trigger for Photographing Lightning Bolts - Cable Not Included

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  • Cables & Adapters (7)
MK Controls Cable #210 Canon E3 / Pentax SubMiniPhone Plug
MK Controls Cable #210 Canon E3 / Pentax SubMiniPhone Plug
$19.50
MK Controls Cable #218 Compatible with Canon N3 Plug - for Lightning Bug
MK Controls Cable #218 Compatible with Canon N3 Plug - for Lightning Bug
$19.50
MK Controls Cable #230 Comaptible with Olympus 3 Pin Plug - for Lightning Bug
MK Controls Cable #230 Comaptible with Olympus 3 Pin Plug - for Lightning Bug
$16.50
MK Controls Cable #234 Compatible with Nikon DC1 Plug - for Lightning Bug
MK Controls Cable #234 Compatible with Nikon DC1 Plug - for Lightning Bug
$16.50
MK Controls Cable #238 - Sony Shutter Release Plug
MK Controls Cable #238 - Sony Shutter Release Plug
$16.50
MK Controls Cable #216 1 Male to 2 Female Splitter - for Lightning Bug
MK Controls Cable #216 1 Male to 2 Female Splitter - for Lightning Bug
$10.50
MK Controls Male to Female 6' Extension Cable - for Lightning Bug
MK Controls Male to Female 6' Extension Cable - for Lightning Bug
$10.85

About MK Controls Lightning Bug

FEATURED REVIEWS

great item

By ronnie g.

This trigger is fantastic and very easy to use and it is a great buy. I've already captured some fantastic shots.

Everything was just perfect for this order.

By THOMAS L.

Everything was just perfect for this order.

The MK Controls Lightning Bug is based upon the science of lightning. There are two components of lightning; the bright white flash everyone wants to capture and the unseen infrared light that always precedes it. The Lightning Bug uses a high-speed photodiode sensor optimized to the infrared burst that occurs just before a lightning strike. This infrared light comes from the vaporization of air and particles in the air. The Lightning Bug acts as a lookout for your camera, watching for a change in infrared light. When a significant change of infra-red light over a very short period of time is detected, it directs the camera shutter to trip and capture the lightning in action.

MK Controls Lightning Bug Features

  • Power-On Self-Test
  • Event indicator light
  • Sensitivity set-point indicator (LED Bar graph)
  • MOSFET isolation between camera and the Lightning Bug circuitry
  • Battery can be replaced without removing unit from camera
  • 26 levels of sensitivity for complete control in all lighting situations
  • Allows testing of your shutter release via the Lightning Bug circuitry
  • Easily adjust frames per second (from 1 to 10)
  • Water Resistant Soft-touch panel buttons
  • Simple three-button control of all features

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What's in the box:

  • MK Controls Lightning Bug
  • (Cable Not Included)
  • MK Controls 3 Year Warranty