Canon Rebel T7- can’t take pictures with plain backdrop

[Ckopp63]

Hello-
I am trying to take pictures of me and my baby using the self timer... however, when I press the button to take the picture it keeps focusing and won’t start the timer. ( I’m using a solid color back drop) I’ve tried using manual focus and it will take the picture but it is blurry.. any idea why this is happening and how I can fix it? Thanks in advance!

[John_]

Yes, it does have a remote shutter input port. It takes the same wired Remote Switch RS-60E3 as other Rebels do or any 2.5mm plug-in type wired or wireless switch. Some of those wireless transmitters are small. like the size of your cars key FOB and easy to use and keep out of the shot

[John_]

wow! I didn't realize it does not have a flip-out screen...what was Canon thinking? Now I know it is just an opinion but for me, that is a real deal-breaker.

[jrhoffman75]

Price point. The T7i has a flip screen. 

[John_]

Ahh I think that is why too. 

[ebiggs1]

"I didn't realize it does not have a flip-out screen..."

I don't know what Canon was thinking but even without a flip screen I would still opt for a remote trigger over a smartphone.

[ebiggs1]

"Yes, it does have a remote shutter input port..."  

"Holding a (probably wriggling) baby while operating a camera via a smartphone? Good luck with that!" 

Yes good luck with that. 

[Ckopp63]

Thank you all for your advice, I wasn’t expecting so many responses! I haven’t been able to find any answers online or the manual so, you guys are awesome. I will give all of this a shot and see what works best!

[kvbarkley]

"Holding a (probably wriggling) baby while operating a camera via a smartphone? Good luck with that!"

This seems to be SOP for mom's today, in general, not even when trying to take a picture! 8^)

[ebiggs1]

"I will give all of this a shot and see what works best!"

If you decide to use your iphone, use it to call a friend!