Longtime-Exposures - Nikon D5000 User Manual

II LongTime-Exposures (M ModeOnly)
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 (_ 203).
Length of exposure: 35 s
Aperture: f/25
open while shutter-release button is held down. Tripod and
Bulb
commended to prevent blur.
wireless remote control required (_ 203). Shutter opens when
Time __..bu.tton on remote control is pressed and remains open for thirty
_tter-release button is pressed a second time.
Ready 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-Sa 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 (_ 148). If you are using an
optional remote cord, attach it to the camera.
2 Rotate the mode dial to IVl. Modedial
3
Choose a shutter speed.
Rotate the command dial until "Bulb"
(bu _ b) 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 (_ 65).
Command dial __
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