Range
Pinout works with your smartphone at a distance of up to 30 meters (98 feet).
Pinout does not require any battery power. It uses power from your camera, yes, but the amount of power it requires for a year’s worth of use is approximately the amount of power stored in a miniature button battery, so it does not use up your camera’s precious power.
Pinout has many features for everyone from novices to professionals. To make it easier to choose, we’ve bundled features in easy to use kits, all of which come with one Pinout device. The Basic kit is very affordable with functions anyone can use such as loss prevention and remote control. The Pro kit is aimed at more advanced users who want to step up their photography with features such as time lapse and GPS (geotagging) function. For users that want it all, we have the Full kit with all features Pinout has to offer. Each feature is also available individually so you can mix and match depending on your needs.
Compatibility
Cameras: Currently Pinout is only compatible with Nikon DSLRs, and some digital cameras. Specifically:
* Pinout (Type A) supports Nikon D5, D500, D4, D4s, D3, D3S, D3X, D2X, D2XS, D2HS, D2H, D800, D800E, D810, D810A, D700, D300, D300S, D200 and Fujifilm S5 Pro;
* Pinout (Type B) supports Nikon Df, D750, D610, D600, D90, D7200, D7100, D7000, D5500, D5300, D5200, D5100, D5000, D3300, D3200, D3100, COOLPIX A, COOLPIX P7800, COOLPIX P7700;
Smartphones:
iPhone 4s and later generation iPhones/iPads include the latest iPhone 6/6s and plus, Apple watch, and any Android smartphone with OS4.4 or above is compatible. Your smartphone has to have BLE capability to use Pinout.
Our Story
We started our company Zesty 6 years ago in Tokyo, Japan and were one of the earliest companies that acquired a MFi(Made for iPod, iPhone, iPad) license from Apple. Currently we focus on IoT(Internet of Thing) and digital life. We have developed and introduced products on the market such as an infrared communication adapter, an RFID reading and writing adapter, a visible light communication SDK, a multi-function wireless remote controller, etc.
In 2012 we launched ZGR, a device to remote control Nikon cameras with iPhone, with the mission to make cameras and photography better. We received a lot of love for our ZGR series, so we decided to make it even better with the Pinout. This time, we wanted to make a product for everyone so we shrunk the size while adding tons of new features such as loss and theft prevention, easy to use remote control, and many more.
But we need your support!
- We want to know more about you—the user’s—needs. This is one reason why we’re crowdfunding, because we want to build a community and get feedback from users. Please feel free to leave us comments and suggestions on what to develop. Let’s work together to enhance the DSLR experience!
- Currently our product comes in two types, A and B and can only be used with Nikon cameras. We have the technology to expand compatibility with cameras from other manufacturers, but we don’t have enough funds to start production. If the campaign succeeds, we plan to make Pinout compatible with other camera makers.
- We want to expand and improve on features. We have already developed many free and premium features but there is still room for improvement.
- If our campaign succeeds, we can speed up the development and manufacturing process.
With your contribution you get
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7 USD: Donate and get a coupon to unlock one premium feature from the app. Applicable to Nikon and other brands (when released), so even if you do not have a Nikon camera now, you can use this to get discounted premium features later on. Code to unlock premium feature will be sent by email.
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24 USD: Basic kit (includes one Pinout device) with free app. Choose from Type A or Type B based on your camera. See chart below for included features.
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54 USD: Pro Kit (includes one Pinout device) with free app and access code to all Pro kit features. Choose from Type A or Type B based on your camera. See chart below for included features.
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89 USD: Full Kit (includes one Pinout device) with free app and access code to all Full kit features. Choose from Type A or Type B based on your camera. See chart below for included features.
Special for Indiegogo
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89 USD: Gold Kit (includes one Gold Pinout device) with free app and access code to all Full kit features. Choose from Type A or Type B. Limited Quantities. Indiegogo Only.
Plan
We have worked hard to get Pinout to where it is today and we have the technology and manufacturing process set. We hope to successfully finish our campaign by the end of January 2016, finish manufacturing by March, and get Pinout to the contributors in April.
If we get enough support, we will develop devices for other camera manufacturers ASAP, start the manufacturing process in May or June 2016, and ship the first batch out in July 2016. From our R&D experience with developing previous devices in the ZGR series, we have the technology to develop devices compatible with Canon and other manufacturers. We just need your support ☺
We want to hear from you! Please leave a comment with any questions!
Packaging
We've produced a convenient case to store Pinout when it's not connected to a camera. The case is small enough to fit in a packed camera bag but big enough to not lose it easily.
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FAQs:
Q: Why is Pinout only compatible with Nikon cameras?
A: Previously we developed a precursor to Pinout that is compatible with other camera manufacturers and we'd like Pinout to be compatible with other brands too. However, we do not have the funds currently to start developing and manufacturing Pinout compatible with other brands while keeping all its features. We decided to focus on one brand (Nikon) to put this cool device on the market as soon as possible, and hopefully use the funds we raise to expand compatibility to other brands.
Q: I don’t have a Nikon camera, but I’m interested in Pinout. Should I contribute to your campaign?
A: Yes! Your contribution will help us reach our campaign goal, and if we reach our campaign goal, we will start development and production of Pinout compatible with other brands ASAP. We already have the technology to make Pinout compatible with most Canon DSLRs; if there is demand we are prepared to answer it! Your feedback is very important for us, so please let us know if you’d like us to develop Pinout to be compatible with your favorite brands in the comments section.
Q: I’ve ordered the Basic Kit, but I want to add features while the campaign is still ongoing. Can I upgrade to Pro or Full Kit?
A: During the campaign, you can donate 7 USD to unlock premium features at a discounted price, so you can add whichever features you'd like. However, once the transaction is complete for a contribution, you cannot change it to another kit. You can also add additional features at any time after the campaign is over at the prices listed in the features table above or at www.letspinout.com.
Q: Is there a limit to how many coupons I can buy? Is there an expiration date on the coupons?
A: No limits or expiration dates! You can buy coupons for as many features as you need, and they can be unlocked whenever you need. These coupons are also valid for Pinout compatible with other camera brands such as Canon, when we release it in the future. You can show support and demand for Pinout compatibility with other brands and by purchasing these coupons now, enabling us to release Pinout for other brands soon.
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