The Best Landscape Photography Accessory Money Can Buy
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If you're like me, you have a deep appreciation for landscapes and an undying passion for photographing them.
And, also, if you're like me, you have a ton of photography gear to get the shots you want.
Some of that gear is absolutely essential, like your camera and a good complement of lenses, a tripod, and a nice set of filters.
Other accessories might not be quite as essential, but can make a huge difference in your ability to capture awesome shots.
With that in mind, I wanted to offer a quick review of my favorite landscape photography accessory - my Alpine Labs Pulse.
What in the World is Pulse?
Well, Pulse is basically a camera remote on steroids.
Unlike traditional camera remotes that either lack much in the way of functionality (like those that only allow you to trigger the shutter) or are overly complicated (like my drawer-full of intervalometers), Pulse is both incredibly functional and easy to use.
For starters, you can take still photos, real-time videos, time lapse videos, and long exposures with Pulse.
That makes it an all-in-one device that I really appreciate when I'm out in the wilderness capturing shots.
What's more, you can operate Pulse wirelessly from your phone, giving you much more flexibility regarding where you go and what you do while your camera is shooting.
What are Pulse's Capabilities?
As I alluded to above, Pulse isn't just a camera remote, but a photography tool that allows you to expand your horizons into the realm of time lapse and real-time video, as well as long exposure photography.
And you can do all that without a long, complicated setup process.
Pulse also enables you to create HDR images with up to 7 EV stops. That means you can overcome virtually any dynamic range issues to get a final image that's well-exposed throughout.
You can even make manual adjustments to your camera's aperture, shutter speed, and ISO, right from your phone's screen. With a 100-foot range, you can rest and relax knowing that the settings you enter on your phone will be transmitted to Pulse for execution.
With regard to time lapse videos, you can make adjustments to your camera settings while the camera is shooting.
Additionally, Pulse lets you set a time delay and has the capability to ramp the exposure, making those sought-after day-to-night time lapses a reality.
And while Pulse is directing your camera for the time lapse, you can disconnect your phone without interrupting shooting. Nice, right?!
Check out Pulse's many capabilities in the video above by Alpine Labs.
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Is Pulse Big and Heavy?
The short answer to that question is no, not at all.
The long answer is this...
Pulse weighs barely more than an ounce, so you can add it to your camera bag without even noticing any extra weight to carry around.
What's more, Pulse has a tiny form factor - it easily fits in your palm and sits atop your camera using the hot-shoe mount.
So, though it's packed with tons of awesome features, it's still a tiny little thing.
Is it Really That Helpful?
I'm completely serious when I say that Pulse is as integral to my landscape photography workflow as my camera, lenses, and tripod. It's really that good.
Not only can I view thumbnails of each image I take on my phone, but I can also look at a histogram as well.
That means that I don't even need to be near my camera to check things like exposure and composition.
Speaking of exposure, the ability to dial in long exposure settings so quickly and easily has been a god-send. Pulse allows you to set it and forget it, which is great for getting the shots I want and actually being able to appreciate the scenery because I know Pulse will handle the shot-taking while I enjoy the view.
Add to that a rechargeable battery that lasts up to 12 hours, compatibility with both Android and iOS devices, and the ability to control up to three cameras (with three Pulses) all from your phone, and you have a recipe for a must-have landscape photography and videography accessory.
Of course, you don't have to take my word for it.
You can keep fumbling around trying to get your camera gear ready to take a great shot or create an awesome video.
Or...you can follow my lead, get yourself a Pulse, and open up a whole new world of possibilities for creating incredible content with your camera.
To see what I mean, check out the video above from Alpine Labs which features some of the time lapse capabilities of Pulse.
