Thread Options Noob Question

[IndaLight]

I am a complete noob, I want to take an exposed shot (I have the cannon t5i) and I have to hold the camera button down for the whole period, how can I only press it once then walk away. 

[ALwin]

How long of an exposure do you want?  If you use Bulb mode, you can set one that is up to 30s long.  Most DSLRs let you set an exposure up to 30s long, you just set the shutter speed, press the button and walk away. Any longer and you would need to use Bulb mode and either hold down the button for the duration or use a timer remote.

[IndaLight]

9 minutes ago, ALwin said:

How long of an exposure do you want?  If you use Bulb mode, you can set one that is up to 30s long.  Any longer and you would need a timer remote.

I have to hold the shutter button inorder to continue the shot. I want it where I can press and leave it for 30 seconds. 

I am actually trying to do a light painting picture. 

[ALwin]

2 minutes ago, IndaLight said:

I have to hold the shutter button inorder to continue the shot. I want it where I can press and leave it for 30 seconds. 

I am actually trying to do a light painting picture. 

I made a mistake in my previous comment.  I have edited it.  In manual or shutter priority mode you can set the shutter speed for up to 30 seconds long.  Check your camera manual. You can even combine this with the self-timer setting in the camera so that once you press the shutter button you have a few seconds to position yourself in front of the camera before the shutter opens.

[ShadowCaptain]

22 minutes ago, IndaLight said:

I have to hold the shutter button inorder to continue the shot. I want it where I can press and leave it for 30 seconds. 

I am actually trying to do a light painting picture. 

set your shutter speed to max (make sure its not bulb or you have to hold it)

 

if you are doing anything like light painting, get a VERY sturdy tripod, and a remote shutter if possible, or be very gentle on the shutter button

[IndaLight]

1 hour ago, ALwin said:

I made a mistake in my previous comment.  I have edited it.  In manual or shutter priority mode you can set the shutter speed for up to 30 seconds long.  Check your camera manual. You can even combine this with the self-timer setting in the camera so that once you press the shutter button you have a few seconds to position yourself in front of the camera before the shutter opens.

 

1 hour ago, ShadowCaptain said:

set your shutter speed to max (make sure its not bulb or you have to hold it)

 

if you are doing anything like light painting, get a VERY sturdy tripod, and a remote shutter if possible, or be very gentle on the shutter button

Thanks guys, You helped a lot.