The first, long exposures, you do not touch the NPC and therefore no vibration by pressing the release button. Okay, one could select a timer.
The second, more need to run to be in the photo. In addition, kids love to use this accessory.
Some personal remarks:
-You Have to place the remote control in front of the camera (test with 5D Mk II) because few angular freedom in azimuth,
But, to practice the macro, there is an angular freedom about 120 degree elevation,
-It Is small and I think we could easily lose.