Nikon D40 help

[GooseEgg]

Is there a setting that I can change on my camera to lengthen the exposure time? Lets say for like 30 sec, or even as long as 3 hrs? Thanks

 

[iAstonish]

3 hours will probably burn up your sensor

 

[reznap]

D40 should have a 'B' or BULB setting where you can leave it on as long as you like... or as long as the battery lasts. Be careful though, I don't think it's great for the sensor.

 

[epp_b]

Put the camera in manual, dial the wheel left until you get it into BULB mode. You'll need to either hold in the shutter button or use a remote to open and close the shutter.

The D40 has a maximum allowed exposure time of 30 minutes.

 

[GooseEgg]

That helps a lot, thanks to everyone

 

[Bitter Jeweler]

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