Description
Speedlight SB-800, the
foundation of the Nikon Creative Lighting System for the Nikon D2H
digital SLR...
The i-TTL Flash Control system supports automatic balanced fill
flash that delivers outstanding results as well as new creative
possibilities. i-TTL Balanced Fill-Flash flash control employs
Nikon's Advanced Data Communication system to introduce an
improved method for the monitor pre-flash and wireless operation
that marks an evolution in higher precision over Nikon's acclaimed
D-TTL Balanced Fill-Flash control system and forms the core of the
Creative Lighting System.
The Nikon Speedlight SB-800 makes Advanced Wireless Lighting (=
wireless multiple flash) as easy to use as a single on-camera
speedlight, inviting professional and advanced amateur
photographers to explore the unlimited creative possibilities.
Advanced Wireless Lighting lets you divide SB-800 Speedlights into
4 groups, including the Master and 3 remote i-TTL speedlight
groups, to achieve total lighting control. All groups can be
controlled from the Master, including independent flash mode ([TTL]
/ [AA] / [A] / [M]) settings and any-time adjustment of flash
output level compensation values for each group. Each of the three
remote groups can contain any number of Speedlights, giving
photographers full control over how they illuminate the
background.
With Distance Priority Manual Flash Mode, the photographer can set
the distance and aperture, and the SB-800 automatically sets the
power output, a great feature for manual flash [M] shooting at
weddings and for product shots.
The FV Lock (Flash Value Lock) maintains the flash value for
correct exposure of the subject while zooming or otherwise
changing the composition for a shot, so photographers can
concentrate on lighting a particular subject.
Auto FP High Speed Sync Mode provides ample fill-in flash when
shooting in bright light with fast aperture lenses to achieve
effective blur in the background. When the mode is active, the
camera automatically uses high-speed flash synchronization to make
shutter speeds available that exceed the camera's own flash sync
speed.
A Modeling Flash allows photographers to visually preview the
lighting effects for all groups of speedlights when using Advanced
Wireless Lighting to shoot with multiple flash units, a great aid
in achieving the exact lighting desired.
The SB-800 is also fully compatible with existing Nikon cameras,
retaining the same functions as the SB-80DX when used with them.
Auto flash control uses D-TTL on Nikon DX Format digital SLR
cameras and TTL and Non-TTL Auto Flash on film cameras. Advanced
i-TTL requires support for the Creative Lighting System and is
currently available only on the D2H.
With its ease of use and unlimited creative potential, the
Speedlight SB-800 will be welcomed by photographers who want
complete, yet simple control over their lighting. |
Features
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As easy to use as a single
on-camera speedlight |
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Compatible with both digital and
film SLR cameras; auto flash control is set to match the camera
body: i-TTL Balanced Fill-Flash control with the D2H, D-TTL
Balanced Fill-flash control and Auto Aperture Flash [AA] with D1
Series and D100 digital SLR cameras, and TTL and Non-TTL Auto
Flash [A] with film cameras |
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Intelligent i-TTL system
supports Advanced Wireless Lighting and versatile functions for up
to 3 remote i-TTL speedlight groups controlled through the master
SB-800 |
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Individual flash mode settings
([TTL], [AA], [A] and [M]) are available for each of the 4 groups
(including master controller) for easy total lighting control
based on the brightness of the subject and not simply on general
output ratios for each group |
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Four frequency channels prevent
other photographers from inadvertently triggering flashes |
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FV Lock (Flash Value Lock)
allows photographers to change the composition or zoom for the
shot while maintaining desired lighting of the subject |
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Auto FP High Speed Sync Mode
delivers needed fill flash in bright light |
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Distance Priority Manual Mode is
a great feature for manual flash [M] shooting at fixed distances,
such as wedding photos and product shots |
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Modeling Flash allows
photographer to preview lighting effects |
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Dot matrix LCD provides large,
easy to read graphics, and ergonomic control design makes the
buttons and switches simple to access and use |
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New SD-800 Quick Recycling
Battery Pack is included - adds a fifth R6(AA)-size battery for
shorter recycling time between flashes |
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New SJ-800 Color Filter Set is
included - contains two color filters, one for tungsten lighting
and one for fluorescent lighting |
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New AS-19 Speedlight Stand is
included - complete with tripod connector |
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New: Wide-area AF (Auto Focus)
Illuminator, covers D2H's 11 AF sensors; compatible with every AF
Nikkor lens |
Specifications
| Type |
Electronic construction: Automatic
Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistor (IGBT) and series circuitry |
| Guide Number |
(ISO 100, m/ft.) 38 / 125 (at 35mm)
to 56 / 184 (at 105mm) |
| Zoom Range |
Automatic 24 to 105mm zoom
14 / 17mm with built-in wide flash adapter
14mm with Diffusion Dome SW-10H |
| Bounce Capability |
Flash head tilts down to -7 degrees
or up to 90 degrees |
| Swivel Capability |
Flash head rotates horizontally 180
degrees to the left or 90 degrees to the right. |
| Auto Settings |
Flash exposure control: i-TTL
Balanced Fill-Flash with Nikon D2H
D-TTL Balanced Fill-Flash with Nikon D1 series or D100
TTL Auto Flash with many film SLR's including the Nikon F5, F100,
N80, N75, N65 and FM3A
Auto Aperture Flash (AA)
Non-TTL Auto Flash (A) with many film SLR's including the Nikon
N55 and FM10
Manual Flash (M) |
| Recycle Time |
Minimum recycling time: Approx. 2.7
seconds (Manual [M], w/R6 (AA)-size Ni-Cd or Ni-MH batteries, with
Quick Recycle Battery Pack SD-800 )
Approx. 6 sec. (Manual [M] w/FR6 (AA-size Lithium batteries)) |
| Power Source |
Four 1.5V LR6 (AA-size alkaline)
1.2V KR-AA (AA-size NiCd)
or 1.5V FR6 (AA-size lithium) batteries
Quick Recycle Battery Pack SD-800 holds a fifth AA-size battery
for faster power recycling
DC Unit SD-7 (optional)
Battery Pack SD-8A (optional)
Note: SD-7 is not available in European countries. SD-7 / 8 cannot
be used with the SB-800 sold in European countries |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) |
Approx. 70.6 x 127.4 x 91.7 mm (2.8
x 5.0 x 3.6 in.) |
| Weight |
(without batteries) Approx. 350g
(12.3 oz.) |
| Notes & Special Features |
Power switch ON / OFF button
provided
Minimum number of flashes:: Approx. 150 (Alkaline, Ni-MH
batteries)
Film speed range in TTL auto flash mode:: ISO 25 to 1,000
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