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EOS Rebel SL2 External Touchscreen?

johnnymolson — Thu, 12 Jan 2023 17:14:43 GMT

TL/DR: Is it possible to connect a touchscreen externally to be able to control menu functions?

I record myself for video presentations and setup seems to be the biggest struggle. If I need to adjust a setting, I have to unplug my external monitor, make the adjustments, plug it back in, and see if it worked.

If I were to get a touchscreen as an external monitor, would I be able to control menu functions?

If that can't be done on the SL2, do newer models offer that option?

I've used the app, and the lag and unpredictable connection don't seem to help.

Thanks in advance!

Re: EOS Rebel SL2 External Touchscreen?

jaewoosong — Fri, 13 Jan 2023 09:03:41 GMT

Short answer is no. Camera output to monitor is only HDMI. The only solution that you've already tried is the Canon Connect app. There are 3rd part solutions like Cam Ranger and I've use DSLR controller (not updated recently) for my 5D Mark III. You could also tether the camera via USB directly to a touchscreen laptop and use the Canon EOS Utility to control your camera.

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Re: EOS Rebel SL2 External Touchscreen?

Michaelhunt — Tue, 17 Jan 2023 04:18:14 GMT

Yes, Canon EOS Rebel SL2 has Touch Screen! Read detailed Canon SL2 Review You may also also be interested in these: Best Cameras with Touch Screen. Switch Access lets you interact with your Android device using one or more switches instead of the touchscreen. Most touch screens don't have external ways to shut them off, but it's actually quite simple to do this through Windows 10. Sanford My Chart

Re: EOS Rebel SL2 External Touchscreen?

stevet1 — Fri, 13 Jan 2023 09:41:20 GMT

John,

I use a tablet to remotely shoot and review photos from my camera using an app called Camera Connect and Control. You can make adjustments to your settings using your tablet.

The list of supported cameras includes the Canon SL2.

You can shoot either wirelessly, or wired with your camera connected to your tablet via a USB cable.

Steve Thomas

Re: EOS Rebel SL2 External Touchscreen?

Waddizzle — Fri, 13 Jan 2023 11:28:25 GMT

If the camera allows for touchscreen control during Live View shooting, then I would expect the same capability be available with touchscreen tablet using the Camera Connect app. Just be aware that wireless communication with smart device is slow.

Your best option would to use a USB cable connected to a computer. Assuming the camera is capable of touchscreen control in Live View mode, then you could use a mouse pointer to control the camera settings.

Re: EOS Rebel SL2 External Touchscreen?

johnnymolson — Fri, 13 Jan 2023 19:50:53 GMT

Great. I hadn't thought of the USB cable. I should be able to connect it to my iPad, yes?

Re: EOS Rebel SL2 External Touchscreen?

johnnymolson — Fri, 13 Jan 2023 19:51:25 GMT

Thank you! I didn't consider the USB connection - that makes sense. I suspect I can connect it to my iPad

Re: EOS Rebel SL2 External Touchscreen?

johnnymolson — Fri, 13 Jan 2023 19:52:03 GMT

Great - I didn't even think of the USB connection. I'm going to see if I can link it to my iPad with that. Thank you!

Re: EOS Rebel SL2 External Touchscreen?

Waddizzle — Fri, 13 Jan 2023 21:41:30 GMT

@johnnymolson wrote:
Great. I hadn't thought of the USB cable. I should be able to connect it to my iPad, yes?

Negative. Use wireless communications to communicate with a smart device running Canon Connect. Use USB to communicate with a computer running the EOS Utility.

Re: EOS Rebel SL2 External Touchscreen?

stevet1 — Fri, 13 Jan 2023 22:02:05 GMT

John,

To the best of my knowledge, the EOS Utility software or app that has been mentioned is a Windows based product.

I don't own an iPad, so I am not familiar with the Apple software or products. You might want to research what software or apps are available to remotely control your camera.

The Camera Connect and Control app I mentioned is known to work with an iPad. It's free for 3 days and when I got it, it was $9.99 to purchase. You can get it at the Apple app store..

It looks like your iPad has a USB-C port, so you'll need a cable to run from the camera to either the iPad or to a USB extension cable. Consult your camera manual about the cable you need. I have a T8i, and the camera required a IFC-600PCU interface cable to connect to a USB port, or a USB extension cable. I've been using a 15' cable.

Steve Thomas

Re: EOS Rebel SL2 External Touchscreen?

johnnymolson — Fri, 20 Jan 2023 19:14:18 GMT

I'm opting for the Camera Connect and Control that @stevet1 recommended. I'll be connecting to an iPad through USB... although it seems the WiFi option on the app is really good, too. Much less lag than the Canon app.

Thanks all!

Re: EOS Rebel SL2 External Touchscreen?

Den1529 — Sun, 04 Jun 2023 08:38:30 GMT

I'm afraid I can't be of much use right now, but I can assure you that Articulate is looking into this.

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