Bulb Exposures, Set the aperture value

Hold down the <∑> button and turn the <l> dial to set the desired aperture value.

Bulb Exposures

When bulb is set, the shutter is open during the time you keep pressing the shutter button fully. Bulb is useful when a long exposure is necessary for capturing night scenes, fireworks, the night sky, etc.

1 Set the Mode Dial to <W>.
2Set the shutter speed to “		”.
• Look at the LCD panel and turn the
<l> dial to select “	”.
• The next setting after “	” is “	”.

3 Set• the aperture value.

4Shoot.• Press and hold the shutter button down fully.

•Exposure continues as long as you hold down the shutter button.

∗The LCD panel will display the elapsed exposure time (sec.).

Since bulb exposures will have more noise than usual, the image will look rough or grainy.

• For bulb exposures, using Remote Switch RS-60E3 (optional) is recommended.

•Remote Controller RC-5 (optional) can also be used for bulb exposures. When you press the transmit button, the exposure will start 2 sec. later. To stop the exposure, press the button again.

•With a fully-charged battery, a single bulb exposure can be as long as about 2.5 hours.

300D specifications

The Canon EOS 350D, 300D, and 400D are pivotal models in the history of Canon's digital SLRs, each contributing significantly to the popularization of DSLR technology among enthusiasts and professionals.

The Canon EOS 300D, introduced in 2003, marked a turning point for digital photography. It was Canon's first entry-level DSLR and brought professional-quality features to a wider audience. It features an 18-megapixel APS-C sensor, capturing images at a maximum resolution of 3072 x 2048 pixels. One of its defining characteristics was the inclusion of an 8-megapixel sensor, which was revolutionary at the time, allowing photographers to produce detailed images. The camera also provided a robust build and a user-friendly interface, making it accessible to beginners.

In 2005, Canon released the EOS 350D, building upon the 300D's foundation. The 350D refined the design with a smaller and lighter body, while also bumping up the resolution to 8 megapixels. It introduced a 2-inch LCD screen with a sharper display, enhancing usability. The camera also incorporated a more advanced DIGIC II image processor, improving overall performance, including faster autofocus and better noise control at higher ISO settings. The 350D supported a range of lenses, further expanding creative possibilities for users.

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Canon 300D instruction manual Bulb Exposures, Set the Mode Dial to W 2Set the shutter speed to

Models: 300D

Bulb Exposures

1 Set the Mode Dial to <W>.

2Set the shutter speed to “

• Look at the LCD panel and turn the

<l> dial to select “

• The next setting after “

3 Set• the aperture value.

300D specifications