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Nikon Speedlight SB-400
Ilse Jurriën : November 16th 2006 - 07:00 CET
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 Nikon Speedlight SB-400 : The Nikon Speedlight SB-400 is an intelligent and versatile external flash unit that provides i-TTL flash operation in a super-compact and ultra-lightweight body at an affordable price. With its powerful guide number of 21m (ISO 100, at 18mm zoom-head position, 20°C/68°F), the Nikon SB-400 is an ideal flash unit for beginners in digital SLR photography, but it is also useful for hobbyists and professionals looking for a handy i-TTL flash unit offering an effortless bounce flash function. The Nikon Speedlight SB-400 has been specifically developed to provide photographers with an entry-level external flash unit which is compatible with i-TTL flash operation.
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 Nikon Speedlight SB-400 - iTTL flash
By combining the Nikon Speedlight SB-400 with cameras that are compatible with the Nikon Creative Lighting System, the SB-400 is controlled in i-TTL and D40’s M (manual) mode. The SB-400’s flash head can be tilted in 4 steps - horizontal, as well as 60, 75 and 90 degrees - and has a flash shooting distance range of between 60cm to 20m (depending on the camera’s ISO setting). Slow Sync, Red-eye Reduction and other flash modes can also be set on the camera body, enabling users to enjoy brighter and more natural lighting for better flash pictures. The SB-400 will be on sale worldwide from December 2006, including a SS-400 soft case.
Nikon Speedlight SB-400 - Specifications
• Electronic construction : Automatic Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistor (IGBT) and series circuitry
• Guide number : 30m / 98.4ft (ISO 200), 21m / 69ft (ISO 100)
• Angle of coverage : Light distribution covers an 18mm lens when mounted on a Nikon DX format
• Angle of coverage : Light distribution covers an 27mm lens when mounted on an F6
• Flash shooting distance range : 0.6m to 20m (2 to 66 ft.)
• Flash mode : i-TTL, M (manual, only with the Nikon D40)
• Compatible cameras : All cameras compatible with Nikon Creative Lighting System
• Flash exposure control : Slow-sync, Red-eye reduction, Red-eye reduction in slow sync
• Flash exposure control : Rear-curtain sync flash, FV Lock flash, manual flash (with D40 camera)
• Mounting foot lever lock : Provides secure attachment of SB-400 to the camera accessory shoe
• Bounce capability : Flash head tilts up to 90° with click-stops at 0°, 60°, 75°, 90°.
• Power source : Two AA-size penlight batteries (1.5V or lower)
• Flash duration : Approx. 1/1300 sec. at full output
• Dimensions (W x H x D) : Approx. 66 x 56.5 x 80mm (2.6 x 2.2 x 3.1 inch)
• Weight (without batteries) : Approx. 127g (4.5 oz.)
• Included accessory : SS-400 Soft Case
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