The Lightning Bug Plus from MK Controls is a camera-top lightning trigger that helps you detect lightning before it hits. It detects lightning before it hits and directs your camera shutter to capture it just in time. A camera-specific cable (not included) is required for connecting the Lightning Bug to your camera.

The Lightning Bug Plus 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, watching for a change in infrared light. When a significant change of infra-red light over a very short period of time is detected, the Lightning Bug directs the camera shutter to trip and capture the lightning strike.

The Lightning Bug Plus conveniently mounts on your camera hot shoe, although it can be used off-camera as well. (For certain Sony cameras, a cold shoe adapter may be required for the proprietary Sony shoe mount.) It's powered by a 9V battery, sold separately. MK Controls recommends either an Alkaline or general-purpose battery. Rechargeable batteries are not recommended due to the current

consumption characteristics of the circuitry during operation.

The sensitivity of the Lightning Bug Plus is adjustable to different shooting situations. This gives you full control over when to take the picture. If you only want to capture the brightest and boldest lightning bolts, you would decrease the sensitivity. If you want to capture lightning over the city or mountains from a long distance, you would increase the sensitivity. You can also limit the number of possible exposures per second to between 1 and 10. This feature allows you to capture repeated lightning strikes successfully. The Lightning Bug Plus is also designed to withstand exposure to rain. The design incorporates weather-resistant soft touch buttons.

Camera-Top/Off-Camera Lightning Trigger    Shutter Cable with Canon 3-Pin Plug    Helps Detect and Capture Lightning    26 Levels of Adjustable Sensitivity    1 to 10 fps Adjustment    Weather-Resistant Design

• Power-on self-test

• Event indicator light

• Sensitivity set-point indicator (LED bar graph)

• MOSFET isolation between your camera and the Lightning Bug's circuitry

• 26 levels of sensitivity for complete control in all lighting situations

• Testing of your shutter release is supported via the Lightning Bug's circuitry

• Firmware is field-updateable

• Easily adjust frames per second (from 1 to 10)

• Water-resistant soft-touch panel buttons

• Simple three-button control of all features

• Requires a standard 9V battery, sold separately (an Alkaline or general-purpose battery is recommended; rechargeable batteries are not recommended)

• Your battery can be replaced without removing the Lightning Bug from the camera's shoe mount

• Canon 4000D, EOS M, EOS M3, EOS M50, G7, G9, PowerShot N, S100, S110, S120, S90, S95, SX510 HS, XC10

• Nikon 1 AW1, 1 J1, 1 J2, 1 S1, 1 V1, 1J3, D100, D3000, D3400, D3500, D40, D40X, D50, D60, D70, L840, P610, P900, Z fc, Z50

• Sony A230, A290, A3000, A330, A330TT, A380, A390, A7C, NEX-3, NEX-3C, NEX-5, NEX-5C, NEX-5N, NEX-5R, NEX-5T, NEX-6, NEX-7, NEX-C3, NEX-F3, QX 10, QX 100, RX1, RX1R

• Olympus E-330, E500, Evolt E-330, Evolt E500, OM-1, OM-D E-M10 III, PEN E-PL1, PEN E-PL1s, SP-510 UZ

• Panasonic FZ35, FZ45, FZ70, FZ72, FZ80, FZ82, GF2, GF3, GF5, GM1, GX80, GX85, GX9, LX5, LX7

• Pentax K3 III, K-m, K-r, K-S2, K-x, MX-1, Q, Q-S1

• Fujifilm FinePix S100FS, HS10, HS11, HS20EXR, HS22EXR, HS25EXR, HS28EXR, HS30EXR, HS33EXR, HS35EXR, HS50EXR, IS-1, S1 Pro, S2 Pro, S20, S200EXR, S205EXR, S9000, S9100, S9500, S9600, X100, X100S, X-E1, XF-1, X-Pro1, X-S1, X-S10

• Samsung Galaxy NX, NX Mini, NX-1, NX1000, NX1100, NX20, NX-200, NX2000, NX210, NX-210, NX30, NX300, NX3000, NX300M, NX500

• Sigma DP1, DP2, SD14

• Leica C (Typ 112), M8, M8.2, M9, M9-P, M-Monochrom, S2, X1

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. What is the difference between lightning bug plus and older lightning bug

A: The MK Controls Lightning Bug Plus uses a USB-C cable that allows the user to update firmware, change internal settings, and use an external battery to charge it. It also has longer battery life when compared to the previous version. It has improved detection of lightning strikes and also automatic sensor calibration. During power-on, the Lightning Bug Plus senses ambient light, and sets baseline sensitivity. It also includes full lifetime product warranty.

Q: 2. Can this be used with Nikon d850?

A: Yes, the MK Controls Lightning Bug Plus & Vello Cable Kit for Nikon 10-Pin Cameras is compatible for use with the Nikon D850 DSLR Camera.

Q: 3. will it work on a Cannon 90 D?

A: The 3 pin version is for higher end cameras such as the Canon 5D. The 90D would need the MK Controls Lightning Bug Plus & Vello Cable Kit for Canon Sub-Mini Cameras as shown at this link: https://bhpho.to/3yyiRbT

Q: 4. Will this unit operate on a Nikon Z8?

A: No, the MK Controls Lightning Bug Plus & Vello Cable Kit for Nikon DC-2 Cameras will not work on a Nikon Z8 Mirrorless Camera. The MK Controls Lightning Bug Plus & Vello Cable Kit for Nikon 10-Pin Cameras will work with the Nikon Z8 Mirrorless Camera.

Q: 5. Can the Miops Camera Trigger work without smart phone or dongle?

A: It works without the smartphone but you must use the dongle. The single is supplied with the trigger when you order it. Just order it for the correct camera body.

Q: 6. Could this be used to trigger a camera based on the flash from a second camera?

A: The MK Controls Lightning Bug Plus & Vello Cable Kit for Panasonic Sub-Mini Cameras can trigger a camera from another camera's flash.

Q: 7. Will this work with a Canon EOS T6?

A: No it will not. This is the cord you need: https://bhpho.to/2VvM0Vf

Q: 8. What Kind of camera settings do your reccomend with this device ? (Program, manual, TV or Av) my camera is a Canon 1D M.II. thank you

A: I would recommend using Manual mode, though you may wish to experiment with the other settings. Mipos website only states to set the camera to manual focus, and for shots of lightning, set the focus to infinity, and when using Sound or HDR modes, set the shutter speed to BULB. However, you would have the most control over your images using Manual mode, and then can change the aperture or shutter speed to make any changes needed to correct your initial exposure.

Q: 9. Does anyone make an extension for this cable? I want to move the unit farther from my camera.

A: If it is the cable to trigger your camera then you can either make this up yourself with a simple female 2.5mm male and 2.5mm female stereo earphone type jack plug or I'm sure these would be available at any audio type store. This is then obviously connected between the Miops and the camera cable (from Miops).If it is cable to trigger the flash, then these are available both on the flash side of the connector (i.e. between Miops cable and flash) and also as above on the jack plug side using a simple 3.5mm mono extension that either made up or purchased.

Q: 10. Would this work for a Canon EOS Rebel T7?

A: The Miops Camera Trigger with Cable for Canon 3-Pin Cameras Kit is no compatible with the Canon EOS Rebel T7. That is the wrong cable. You need the Miops Camera Trigger with Cable for Canon Sub-Mini Cameras Kit. Here is the link: https://bhpho.to/3qohbx2