Nikon d40x

[millermuddle]

I have a Nikon D40X. When I try to take a pix with little or no light & no flash, I get an "exposure too dark" message. I have it on manual and bulb settings. Can't find any way to take a pix in the dark. Any suggestions?

 

[TimJim]

Well if your in complete dark, its not going to work no matter how long the exposure is. If there is little light, boost the ISO up and make a long shutter speed and small aperture.

 

[millermuddle]

Well if your in complete dark, its not going to work no matter how long the exposure is. If there is little light, boost the ISO up and make a long shutter speed and small aperture.

I didn't want to boost the ISO. I'm trying to manipulate a picture and a high ISO wouldn't work

 

[66217]

If you are in complete manual mode the camera should let you take the photo. Even if you are in a complete dark room it should.

Now, you need to keep the shutter pressed when in "bulb" mode.

 

[Zer0]

Could this be because the camera is unable to AF? May be you can try using the MF. Not really sure tho.... hope it helps!

 

[Hmac]

I agree with above. Your camera may not fire if it's not in focus depending on how it's set. Try switching to manual focus mode, or Continuous-servo mode. Note also that your lens may need to be set to manual focus, depending on the lens.