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❚❚Long Time-Exposures (M Mode Only)
Shutter speeds of “bulb” and “time” can be used
for long time-exposure photographs of moving
lights, the stars, night scenery, or fireworks.
To
prevent blurring caused by camera shake, use a
tripod and an optional remote control or remote
cord (0203).
1Ready the camera.
Mount the camera on a tripod or place it on a stable, level surface.
To prevent
loss of power before the exposure is complete, use a fully charged EN-EL9a
battery or an optional EH-5a AC adapter and EP-5 power connector.
Note that
noise may be present in long exposures; before shooting, choose On for the
Long exp. NR option in the shooting menu (0148).
If you are using an
optional remote cord, attach it to the camera.
2Rotate the mode dial to M.
3Choose a shutter speed.
Rotate the command dial until “Bulb”
(A) appears in the viewfinder or
information display.
For a shutter speed of
“Time” (&), select delayed remote or quick-
response remote mode after choosing the
shutter speed (065).
Shutter speed Description
Bulb Shutter remains open while shutter-release button is held down.
Tripod a nd
optional MC-DC2 remote cord are recommended to prevent blur.
Time
Optional ML-L3 wireless remote control required (0203).
Shutter opens when
shutter-release button on remote control is pressed and remains open for thirty
minutes or until shutter-release button is pressed a second time.
Length of exposure: 35s
Aperture: f/25
Mode dial
Command dial