Nikon D5300 - Manual (Page 69)

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Self-Timer Mode
The self-timer can be used for self-portraits or group shots that include the
photographer. Before proceeding, mount the camera on a tripod or place it on a
stable, level surface.
1
Press the s (E/#) button.
2
Select E (Self-timer) mode.
Highlight E (Self-timer) and press J.
3
Frame the photograph.
4
Take the photograph.
Press the shutter-release button halfway to focus,
and then press the button the rest of the way
down. The self-timer lamp will start to flash and a
beep will begin to sound. Two seconds before
the photo is taken, the lamp will stop flashing and
the beeping will become more rapid. The shutter will be released ten seconds
after the timer starts.
Note that the timer may not start or a photograph may not be taken if the camera is
unable to focus or in other situations in which the shutter can not be released.
To
stop the timer without taking a photograph, turn the camera off.
s (E/#) button