Originally posted by zx-m Hello, all,
I have been using my Spot F (tripod mounted) at slower speeds. I have taken a few shots at 1/15 of a second, and I have noticed that the sound the shutter makes is different. At higher speeds, it makes a "click" type of sound. At 1/15th, it makes something of a scratchy sound. The sound also seems like it has a longer duration. Is what I am experiencing normal?
Thanks,
Glen
You are hearing the clockwork type mechanism of the slow speed timing regulator.
It's normal.
Something you want to do with a mechanical shuttered camera is work the entire range of shutter speeds on a regular basis to make sure they keep working.