Questions tagged [self-timer]
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How can I troubleshoot a Nikon D5000 self timer that isn't working?
I have a Nikon D5000 and the self timer stopped working. Any ideas on how to troubleshoot and get it to work again?
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Minolta XD/XD7/XD11 shutter fires only when self-timer is set
I found and bought a Minolta XD labeled as "defective" as it had a mirror lock up and a stuck film advance lever. I opened the camera and cleaned some parts especially the oiled blades of ...
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How do i keep the self timer selected with the Nikon D5600?
This is really very annoying. If i set the release mode to timer and take a photo, the release mode reverts back to single shot. And i have to set it to timer mode again each time i want to take ...
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Kodak pneumatic self timer gasket replacement?
The gasket on the speed control mechanism needs replacement
because there are only two speeds possible.
Too fast when the control is tight.
Too slow if it is loosened a bit.
What materials will work ...
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Nikon p900 Bracketing and Timer
I have a Nikon p900. I want to use bracketed exposures along with either a timer or remote shutter. Activating anything off the timer menu, either a 2 second timer or selecting the shutter remote ...
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Canon 250D not focusing on Self Timer [duplicate]
I want to take some smart photos of myself with my Canon 250D. I have it set to 18mm so I can stand a bit away from the tripod. I then put the camera on a 10 second self timer. Eye AF is on.
When I ...
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How can I set the two-second delay mode to persist for more than one shot on my Nikon DSLR?
Note — I don’t want to take multiple shots right in a row of the same scene.
I want to be able to set it to 2 second or whatever delay and have it work for photo after photo, not once. Don’t know ...
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How can I do continous shooting at 10 second intervals on my CoolPix p900?
I would like to set my Nikon CoolPix p900 to capture an image once every 10 seconds. I have found "Continuous Shooting" mode, which gives an option to specify an interval — it allows you to vary the ...
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When setting my Canon camera on a timer, how do I force it to focus at the time the shot is taken instead of when the timer is set?
Here's a typical situation during vacations:
I set my Canon 77D on a tripod
I change the shooting setting to "timed series" (2-10 shots after a 10-second delay)
I go stand in front of the camera
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Why isn't the shutter button delay in self timer mode on my Nikon D300S?
I have a Nikon D300S. I have tried using the self-timer; I have it set. However, I push the shutter release button halfway and it takes the picture instead of starting the timer.
Any suggestions?
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What is the difference between gopro hero 3 and hero 5 battery life?
I was hoping to upgrade from my hero 3 black to a hero 5. Which one has a better battery life while using the self-timer?
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What kind of intervalometer do I need for taking long timelapses on my Nikon D7100?
I am looking to take time-lapses of more than one-thousand frames at an interval of 1 frame per second. What kind of intervalometer do I need?
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How do I take a time-lapse on a Nikon D7100?
How can I take a time-lapse of more than ten shots on my Nikon D7100?
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Can I tell if photos were taken by person or self-timer used?
I am getting photos from someone who is using their cell phone and sending me photos is it possible to tell if the photos were taken by using the self-timer or had to be taken by a person?
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Can I use continuous shooting (burst mode) while on self timer with a Canon 5D Mk II?
Are you able to be on burst mode while shooting in self timer mode with the 5dii? I'd like to be able to take more than one shot at a time while being on self timer.
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When to use exposure delay?
I recently found an option "Exposure delay" to minimize vibration. But is it necessary to use when you have VR on the lens? And does it do anything "extra/meaningful" by using both the VR and Exposure ...
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How to ensure timer remains on single-shooting, instead of self-timer, on CA, on Canon 7D
I often shoot using AEB (auto exposure bracketing) on a Canon EOS 7D, in Custom 1 (C1) mode, to make a HDR photo.
I turn the camera, off, and next day, I might want to take a quick single exposure ...
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Canon T3i remote control minus self timer
How do I turn on the infrared remote capability, but turn off the 10 second self timer on my Canon T3i?
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How to enable self-timer in 1dx?
I'm having an issue with enabling self-timer in my 1dx. When trying to select any self-timer options, they appear disabled.
Any ideas, why this could be the case?
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How to set a timer when using continuous bracket drive mode?
On the Sony a6000 is there any way to set a timer with the "Auto HDR" mode? (Also wondering about continuous bracket drive mode).
After searching it appears this option is not available which is ...
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Why can't I take pictures using the timer of my Nikon D5200?
When I try to take a picture using the timer, sometimes the indicator doesn't blink so I have to click the shutter a couple of times for it to start counting. Why is that? I'm using a Nikon D5200 with ...
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Why does my remote automatically trigger the self-timer on EOS60D?
I have purchased a Chinese remote control. While setting it to interval shooting for time-lapse, it automatically runs the self-timer for 2 seconds, which is unnecessary and eats up the battery. How ...
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Nikon D5100: possible to get more than 30" exposure with self timer?
Is there any way to increase the exposure time longer than 30" in the Nikon D5100? I know there is BULB, but is not working with self-timer.
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Is there a self-timer mode on the GoPro Hero 3+?
I might have missed the option in the plethora of settings, but it seems that there's no self-timer mode on the GoPro 3+. If there isn't, how do you take a "selfie" group shot with monopod?
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