Time-lapse photography made affordable

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If you are keen to try time-lapse photography but do not know where to start, Michron might just be the device to help you jumpstart your interest.

Time-lapse photography is essentially a series of photos compiled together to create a seemingly fast-forwarded video (see video below). However, it can be a tricky and costly experience for beginners who just want to try it out. Enter the Michron, a handy device that programs the camera to take shots at different intervals. The best part is, it is priced at just US$50 on Kickstarter.

The Michron is small and convenient to carry everywhere
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The Michron can be programmed using the iPhone, on Android smartphone, or a computer through the Michron App.

For beginners who are unsure of what settings are ideal, Michron's AutoTimelapse features five pre-set modes -- People, Clouds, Landscape, Cityscape and Stars -- that automatically creates them for you so you do not have to worry about details such as interval timings and exposure.

Michron App interface
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There are just a few steps to follow before you get rolling.

After choosing the options on the app, connect the phone to the Michron to upload the settings. Once that is done, disconnect the phone and plug the Michron into the camera – and voila! – it will do the magic for you.

You will have to download a software to convert the photos into the final video. The good news is this is a fairly straightforward process.

Michron works with most dSLRs and point-and-shoot cameras. For US$50, you get a Michron, trigger cable, and programming cable. Find out more at Kickstarter.