JJC Camera Soft Release Button, Shutter Button for Fuji Fujifilm X-T5 X-T4 X-T3 X-T30 X-T30 II X-T20 X-PRO3 X100VI X100V X-E4 X-E3 Sony RX1R II RX10 IV III Leica Q3 M10 M9 Nikon Df F3

I've been using the JJC Soft Release Button on my Fujifilm camera, and it has enhanced my shooting experience. The button provides a more tactile feel, making it easier to half-press and capture shots smoothly. The added height and texture offer better control, especially during extended shooting sessions.Installation was straightforward, and the included rubber O-ring ensures a snug fit. However, it's essential to check the tightness regularly, as these buttons can loosen over time. Some users have reported issues with the button falling off or causing wear to the camera's shutter mechanism if not properly secured.While the button adds a touch of elegance and improved functionality, it's crucial to handle it with care. Ensure it's securely fastened and avoid over-tightening to prevent potential damage. Overall, it's a valuable accessory for those looking to enhance their camera's ergonomics and aesthetics.

For those of us who are photographers, and who have cameras that have screw holes in their shutter release buttons (dependent upon brand), then you know that there are tons of these soft shutter release button styles out there. The lists of these are endless, so why purchase this JJC one?So why even purchase an after-market soft shutter release add-on? Well, they feel much more comfortable. As those of you with big (thick) fingers may have experienced, trying to depress a stock shutter button, whose top portion is flush with the camera body, may become frustrating. Screwing on one of these after-market buttons, raises the contact point, and initiating the shutter release becomes a cinch.These JJC versions have a thin rubber coating around the top portion, making these soft shutter release buttons more tactile feeling (comfortable), and your fingers won't slip off (if that's even a problem - perhaps for some in hot, sweaty weather).Now the inevitable question that arises is, "Are these soft shutter release buttons worth the almost $9 price each? Well, in my humble opinion...NO! After all, how many times can somebody invent a new mouse trap - it's just a simple design and yet it seems that every other month, somebody is releasing another design (which is still the same old design). These are Asian made and thus the economies of scale make these a dime a dozen - so why charge almost $9 each (that's 1000+% profit, considering what they cost to make, which is a few cents)? What makes these special, as I mentioned, is that they have a light rubber coating. I'd say charge no more than $2 - $4 each (you will still make a ton of profit because you will sell more) and forget about the fancy boxes - put them in a small zip lock bag.Now, here's a "beware" to Fuji camera photographers. Those of you with Fuji cameras (most Fuji models, but not necessarily all) should be careful when screwing on these after-market soft shutter release buttons. And why? Many of those shutter release buttons have very shallow screw shafts that don't allow you to screw after-market soft shutter releases all the way down. This results in a gap between the top of the camera's shutter button and the bottom portion of the after-market soft shutter release. In addition, Fuji cameras have been known to have less than ideal shutter button construction (internally - usually a thin all plastic design). There have been many cases (mine included) whereby the camera strap (with the camera sitting in a camera bag) can catch on that gap while pulling a camera out of a bag, thus ripping the entire shutter button out of the camera. When that occurs, it becomes a frustrating scenario to be sure and unfortunately, that requires you to send the camera back to Fuji for repair. And for older Fuji camera models, repair can no longer be initiated due to lack of parts.So out of the multitude of soft shutter release button styles, I'm giving these 5 stars because of the nice rubber feeling coating on them, but still - in my professional opinion, they are not worth almost $9.

Looks good and gives better feel than standard shutter release button

Button allows a positive feel for the distinction between the half press to lock in focus and the full press to take the picture so there is less chance of accidentally taking the photo before focus is locked in. It will come off easily though so unless one makes a habit of making sure that the button is fully screwed it each time the camera is used, it will probably fall off and get lost.

It works very well

I like the convex top, in contrast to the concave top on some other accessory shutter buttons. It's a personal choice. I originally ordered two of these, to use on vintage cameras. I liked them so much, I ordered two more.

Either I got a defective one or it’s just that bad. Falls off so easily and it’s already gone after one day of use. Loved it otherwise! Made a huge difference in shooting.

It works but it looks junky. Plastic junk for nearly $9. Only one provided. I should have been more careful. Wonder what their margins are on this piece of junk...maybe $0.05. Wow.