This is a new external flash unit that provides i-TTL flash operation in a compact and lightweight body at an affordable price. The SB-400 offers a guide number of 98.4 feet / 30m (ISO 200), and effortless bounce flash function. The SB-400 is a flash unit for entry-level digital SLR users, but it is also useful for D2 series digital camera users as a handy flash unit.
The SB-400 has been developed to provide an entry-level external flash unit which is compatible with i-TTL flash operation. In combination with cameras compatible with Nikon Creative Lighting System the SB-400 is controlled in i-TTL and D40's M (manual) mode.Its flash head can be tilted in 4 steps, horizontal, 60, 75 and 90 degrees, and has a flash shooting distance range from 0.6m to 20m(depends on the ISO setting). Slow Sync, Red-eye Reduction and other flash modes can also be set on the camera body. With the SB-400, users can easily enjoy brighter and more natural lighting for better flash pictures.
Features
Type | Automatic Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistor (IGBT) and series circuitry |
Guide Number | 98.4/30 (ISO 200, ft/m), 69/21 (ISO 100, ft/m) |
Bounce Capability | Flash head tilts up to 90° with click-stops at 0°, 60°, 75°, 90°. |
Auto Settings | i-TTL, M (manual, only with the D40) |
Angle of Coverage | Light distribution covers an 18mm lens when mounted on a Nikon DX format camera and a 27mm lens when mounted on an F6 |
Recycle Time | Approx. 3.9 seconds with AA Alkaline manganese batteries, 4.2 seconds with AA Lithium batteries |
Power Source | 2 AA-size batteries |
Dimensions (W x H x D) | Approx. 66 x 56.5 x 80mm (2.6 x 2.2 x 3.1 in.) |
Weight | Approx. 127g (4.5 oz.) |
Notes & Special Features | Minimum Number of Flashes Approx. 140 (Alkaline) 250 (Lithium) Flash exposure control set on the camera: Slow-sync, Red-eye reduction, Red-eye reduction in slow sync, Rear-curtain sync flash, FV Lock flash, manual flash (with D40 camera) |
Reviews Nikon SB-400 Speedlight i-TTL Shoe Mount Flash
05/07/2008