I want to put a camera on the alter for weddings and control it with my android phone.

[PhotosbyMJ]

Do modern powershot camers have the ability to be controlled via a smartphone? What range can I expect when doing this?

Has anyone tried this and whats worked for you? CamRanger system is too expensive. Please advise.

[tinwhistle]

Don't have an answer to your question, but have one of my own. Have you talked this over with the Pastor? He may have something to say about this.

[PhotosbyMJ]

Asking this will be a factor in my research on this idea. Respecting the officiants rules is a top priority for me. I'm simply exploring the concept at this point. I think offering photos like this would be a great value for my clients (where I'm permitted to use a system like this of course).

[Waddizzle]

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@PhotosbyMJ wrote:
Asking this will be a factor in my research on this idea. Respecting the officiants rules is a top priority for me. I'm simply exploring the concept at this point. I think offering photos like this would be a great value for my clients (where I'm permitted to use a system like this of course).

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Camera noise from the shutter activating should be high on your list of concerns, too.

[TTMartin]

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@Waddizzle wrote:

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@PhotosbyMJ wrote:
Asking this will be a factor in my research on this idea. Respecting the officiants rules is a top priority for me. I'm simply exploring the concept at this point. I think offering photos like this would be a great value for my clients (where I'm permitted to use a system like this of course).

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Camera noise from the shutter activating should be high on your list of concerns, too.

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Most Powershot cameras use an electronic shutter, and with the simulated shutter noise turned off are virtually silent. 

[jrhoffman75]

The PowerShot category covers a wide range of cameras. The answer would be "some yes".

Go here and search for features, cost, etc.

http://shop.usa.canon.com/shop/en/catalog/cameras

[TTMartin · Accepted solution]

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@PhotosbyMJ wrote:

Do modern powershot camers have the ability to be controlled via a smartphone?

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The Canon G1X Mk II would be ideal for this. It is WiFi capable and with a sensor size between M4/3 and APS-C it has fantastic image quality.

I don't have a Mk II, but, my G1X has no shutter sound. There is some sound from the lens focusing and nothing else.

[PhotosbyMJ]

I'm checking into renting this for the wedding. My biggest concern is the wi-fi range of operating the camera....how far can I (realistically) be away from it to control it with my smartphone?

[TTMartin]

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@PhotosbyMJ wrote:
I'm checking into renting this for the wedding. My biggest concern is the wi-fi range of operating the camera....how far can I (realistically) be away from it to control it with my smartphone?

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Wireless range is impacted by a number of factors other WiFi on the same channel, obstructions, electrical interference, etc.

I think you could expect a minimum of about 30' worse case and a maximum of 100' best case. The only way to be sure is to test it.