SHUTTER SPEED
The length of time the shutter stays open ...

Use shutter speed 1/125 for most situations in order to prevent blurring.
Generally, each shutter speed is double the previous one.

FAST SHUTTER


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SLOW SPEED
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B - very slow

SPEEDS
1/12000
1/8000
1/4000
1/2000
1/1000
1/500
1/250
2/60
2/30
1/15
2/8
1/4
1/2​
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1 whole second
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Hold the shutter open for as long as the button is depressed

An example of useful shutter speed settings

1/1000 or less

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1/250
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1/125
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1/30 - 1 sec
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B

Close action shots of fast movement.  This speed will freeze the movement.
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Filming from a moving object.  Will freeze runners, cycles, etc.
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Hand held shots.  For most outdoor shots.
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Will need a tripod.   Dim lighting situations
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For fireworks, night shots generally