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Wireless Speedlight Commander SU-800
Ilse Jurriën : November 1st 2005 - 07:00 CET
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 Wireless Speedlight Commander SU-800 : Nikon Corporation is pleased to announce the introduction of the Wireless Speedlight Commander SU-800, a commander to control up to 3 groups of i-TTL compatible wireless flash units. This Speedlight equipment has been developed to provide a variety of wireless multiple flash and close-up flash operations. The Wireless Speedlight Commander SU-800 controls the flash output levels of the SB-800, SB-600 or new SB-R200 remote Speedlight units when mounted on current Nikon digital SLR cameras that are compatible with Nikon Creative Lighting System. Nikon will launch the Wireless Speedlight Commander SU-800 worldwide from November 2005.
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 Wireless Speedlight SU-800 kit
Nikon Close-up Speedlight Commander Kit R1C1 consists of a Wireless Speedlight Commander SU-800, two Wireless Remote Speedlight SB-R200s, and an Attachment Ring SX-1, which is used to attach the SB-R200 to the front of the lens. Included with the kit are a variety of accessories to help users enjoy close-up flash shooting, such as the Extreme Close-Up Positioning Adapter SW-11, Color Filter Set SJ-R200, Diffuser SW-12, and Flexible Arm Clip SW-C1. For those who want to use an SU-800 or a built-in Speedlight of D200/D70s/D70 cameras as a commander, there is also the Nikon Close-up Speedlight Remote Kit R1, which comes without the SU-800.
Wireless Speedlight Commander SU-800 Features
• Speedlight units can be devived into three independent groups
• Commander function that can trigger wireless remote flash (SB-800, SB-600, or SB-R200)
• One-touch switching between close-up and Commander modes
• Easy-to-use close-up flash operations, Dual-light and Triple-light close-up flash
• Easy-to-view LCD panel
• Compact and lightweight
• Soft Case SS-SU800 (supplied)
Wireless Speedlight Commander SU-800 Specification
• Transmission mode: Infrared-pulse emitting communication using a flash discharge tube
• Transmission range: Approx. 20m (66 ft.) for SB-800/SB-600
• Transmission range : Approx 4m (13 ft.) for SB-R200 at normal settings
• Number of channels: 4
• Number of groups: 3
• Number of transmissions per battery: Approx. 1200
• Transmission interval: Approx. 1second
• Flash light wavelength: Approx. 800 to 1000nm (infrared ray)
• Flash coverage: Approx. 60°
• Display: LCD, ready-light
• AF-Assist Illuminator: Approx. 10m (33 ft.) at center area using a 50mm f/1.8 lens
• Power source: One CR123A (3V) lithium battery
• Weight (without battery): Approx. 160g (5.6 oz.)
• Dimensions (W x H x D): Approx. 68 x 96 x 58mm (2.7 x 3.8 x2.3 in.)
• Included accessory: Soft Case (SS-SU800)
• Optional accessory: TTL Cord (SC-30)
About Nikon
Nikon Inc. is the world leader in precision optics, 35mm and digital imaging technology and is recognized worldwide for setting new standards in product design and performance for its award-winning consumer and professional photographic equipment. Nikon Inc. distributes the Nikon Total Imaging System of consumer and professional digital and 35mm film SLR cameras, Nikkor optics, Speedlights and System Accessories; Nikon Coolpix compact digital cameras; Coolscan digital film scanners; 35mm compact cameras; Nikonos underwater photographic systems; and Nikon sports and recreational optics. Through the Nikon Spirit Initiative, the company, plays an active role in supporting aspiring and advanced photographers through a variety of philanthropic organizations, educational programs, events and workshops.
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