Wireless

I've been an advocate of wireless functionality in cameras for a while now, so it's nice to see that Nikon is giving it at least something of an effort with their new DSLR, the D3200. The optional WU-1a isn't quite as powerful as the wireless file transmitter meant to work with their pro-grade D4, but it does offer a few cool features.

A few weeks ago, we held an informal poll on our Facebook page to find out what gear our readers wanted most for their kit. Predictably, bodies and lenses were at the top, but not far behind were wireless triggers. PocketWizard has a new, more affordable transceiver they hope will help shooters go wireless, without first going to eBay for cheapo triggers.

"Wires are for chumps," declares Arizona pro Bruce Dorn.If you agree and haven't yet taken the wireless plunge, you have some decisions to make. First and foremost is how to go wireless: with an infrared or radio system.Infrared systems such as those made by Canon and Nikon communicate using pulsating beams of light that travel in a direct line of sight between a camera-based transmitter and flash-based receiver.

OK, so the new Eye-Fi update isn't exactly as exciting as a new camera system or anything like that.