Specifications

29. LEFT HAND SHUTTER RELEASE
Set the Interval Timer to 0 seconds to release shutter instantly when
the Self-timer Button is pressed. It may now be used as a left-hand
shutter release. (Figs. 94A, 94B)
30. B (BULB) SETTING
The B (Bulb) setting is used for shooting night scenes or other long
exposure times.
1. Set the shutter speed to bulb by pressing the Up or Down
Button. (Fig. 95)
2. When the Shutter Release Button is pressed, the shutter
is kept open as long as the button remains depressed.
* A digital count of the exposure time will be shown on the
Top LCD as long as the shutter release is held down. (Fig.
96)
* Use a tripod and Ricoh Electronic Cable Release for bulb
photography to prevent the unintentional movement of
camera. Before you plug the electronic cable release into
the camera, turn
the Power Switch off.
3. Very long timed exposure may also be made by combining the bulb and interval timer
functions. First, use the Up or Down Button to set the shutter speed to bulb.