Meet Bolt Hunter
The lightning camera trigger designed by storm chasers, for storm chasers. This isn’t just another trigger. It's intelligent, grounded in science, and for the first time ever: predictive.
This project started with a single goal: to build a trigger that doesn't miss.
But we didn't stop there. We added weather sealing, smarter detection, predictive timing, simultaneous triggering and timelapse, shutter lag measurement & reduction, lightning simulation for testing, a brand new night-mode, wireless control, connection monitoring, and so much more.
Bolt Hunter is the ultimate companion for weather photographers.
Not just a better trigger
Optimized sensor
for lightning
Featuring adjustable sensitivity and automatic ambient light compensation.
Simultaneous Lightning + Timelapse
Triggers on bolts in between timelapse exposures, and auto-adjusts intervals.
Triggers even in direct sunlight
Because sunset bolts are EPIC.
Optional Mobile App for Advanced Control
Change settings, see stats, and receive notifications from the safety of a vehicle or building.
Compatibility
Bolt Hunter works with almost every camera on the market. Check your model here.
Shot with Bolt Hunter
Photos captured using Bolt Hunter test units the 2023–2025 storm season.
Built for Every Storm Photographer
From beginners to seasoned chasers, Bolt Hunter makes lightning photography simple.
“It’s better than anything I’ve used before. I wouldn’t want to shoot with anything else.”
- JOHN SIRLIN
Storm photography tour guide and veteran storm chaser with over 30 years of experience.
“My capture rate is absolutely insane with Bolt Hunter... like what is even happening.”
- CONNOR HEALEY
Veteran storm chaser, and 1st place winner in Siena International Photo Awards’ “The beauty of nature”
“Bolt Hunter instantly became my go-to for its rock solid performance and durability.”
- LORI GRACE BAILEY
Professional photographer, lightning strike survivor, and monsoon photography workshop host.
“This changes everything. Bolt Hunter outperforms every other trigger I’ve used.”
- ROB GALLUCCI
Internationally recognized & award-winning photographer and monsoon photography tour guide.
“This is a game changer… Bolt Hunter is the best trigger I’ve ever used by far, and it’s not even close.”
- JIM TANG
Professional storm chaser and landscape photographer
About Us
We are a team of innovators creating specialized tools for serious lightning photographers and storm chasers. As a California-based, family-owned small business, we handle all design, assembly, and support in-house.
If you’d like to get in touch, shoot us an email at info@bolthunter.io, or call or text us at (916) 469-5035.
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Our Guarantee
Try it for 60 days. If Bolt Hunter isn’t the best trigger you’ve ever used, we’ll refund you.
Bolt Hunter
Lightning Camera Trigger
$349 In Stock
Bolt Hunter is back in stock! New orders will ship within two business days.
Select your camera below to get started:
Each Bolt Hunter comes with a cable matched to your camera. Add extra cables for backups or to use one Bolt Hunter across different camera bodies.
