Pentax K1 Bulb Modes - Type 1 and 2

[@sonray4871]

Thank you explaining the two bulb modes. Because I did not test out the electronic cable and bulb combo prior to shooting summer fireworks, I was puzzled and did not fully enjoy the firework show. BTW, Bulb mode type 2 was called "T" mode on some film cameras and view camera lenses.

[@geofftonks8960]

I’m doing back to Pentax, specifically K1, having wondered off into several other worlds and finding the grass was not greener. In the process i found your channel and even though it haven’t yet attempted night photography. You inspire me and i will soon go out there and do it.

[@lisahuston9794]

Oh yes... this has happened to me! Thank goodness somebody has finally figured it out because I could for the life of me. Definitely going to dial that into my user preset before I forget and lose my mind over it again. Thank you 🙌

[@CapeNightPhotography]

If one person found this helpful then this is "mission accomplished!" I blew several star trail runs across several trips before I finally figured this out. I hope it helps you!

[@duckfan7684]

Thank you for this video! Any chance you would do a video showing step-by-step process with the wired release/cable (and the settings on the wired release)???

[@CapeNightPhotography]

Sure! Are you talking about setting it up for star trailing?

[@duckfan7684]

@@CapeNightPhotography yes. That would be so awesome, thank you!!

[@CapeNightPhotography]

@@duckfan7684 Ok, I will add that to the list!

[@geoffreygriffiths1487]

I have had this happen to me, but there is another Bulb mode surprise. When in bulb mode the green button alternates between a timer setting or bulb setting. When fumbling around in the dark I have inadvertently pressed the green button. This changes the cameras behaviour, so instead of stopping when I release the shutter button it continues until the timer runs out.

[@CapeNightPhotography]

YEP! The green button has sabotaged me before. The first time it happened it took me a little while to track down the mistake. I like having the ability to toggle back and forth but with great power comes great responsibility! :)

[@ronbokje6213]

Does the Pentax works with other brands wired remote controls or do I need to by a Pentax one.

[@CapeNightPhotography]

This seems to be the same input connector as what you would find on the Canon Rebel series. It looks like a small stereo plug ( a single silver jack.) It's also pretty small and fragile so be careful!

[@LisaOsta]

I had the same question. Does anyone know which intervelometer currently available at B&H or Amazon that works with the K1?

[@CapeNightPhotography]

@@LisaOsta Just look for the one that works with the Canon Rebel series. It looks like a single prong stereo plug.