Description
Key Features LCD and layout of controls designed for easy and intuitive operation Multi-step auto zoom covers wide 24-120 mm zoom range Three illumination patterns�standard, center-weighted and even�available to match every shooting environment Automatically detects Nikon FX and Nikon DX formats and selects suitable light distribution angle Short recycling time AF-assist illumination for multi-point AF, with wide 24-135 mm focal range Quick wireless control mode allows control of remote flash unit groups A and B flash output level ratios Firmware updates via Nikon digital SLR cameras Automatically delays recycling time if temperature of flash head rises in order to avoid deterioration of flash head Automatically detects type of hard-type color compensation filter (fluorescent and incandescent) and automatically transmits filter information to camera for optimum white balance setting Optional Water Guards WG-AS1 (for D3 series), WG-AS2 (for D300 series) and WG-AS3 (for D700) protect camera’s accessory shoe contact when SB-700 is mounted on a Nikon digital SLR camera Specifications Electronic construction Automatic Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistor (IGBT) and series circuitry Guide number (35 mm zoom head position, FX format, Standard illumination pattern) 28/92 (ISO 100, m/ft.), 39/128 (ISO 200, m/ft.) Illumination pattern Three illumination patterns: standard, even and center-weighted The light distribution angle is automatically adjusted to the camera’s image area in both FX and DX formats Effective flash output distance range (in i-TTL mode) 0.6 m to 20 m (2 ft. to 66 ft.) (varies depending on camera image area setting, illumination pattern, ISO sensitivity, zoom head position and lens aperture in use) Flash mode i-TTL, manual flash, distance-priority manual flash Other functions Test firing, monitor pre-flashes, AF-assist illumination for multi-point AF, and modeling illumination Multiple flash-unit photography operation Advanced Wireless Lighting, SU-4 type wireless multiple flash-unit photography Compatible cameras All cameras compatible with Nikon Creative Lighting System (other cameras can be used but functionality is reduced) Flash exposure control set on the camera Camera sync modes: slow sync, red-eye reduction slow-sync, front-curtain sync, rear-curtain sync, rear-curtain slow-sync Photography functions: auto FP high-speed sync, FV lock, red-eye reduction Bounce capability Flash head tilts down to 7� or up to 90� with click-stops at -7�, 0�, 45�, 60�, 75�, 90� Flash head rotates horizontally 180� to the left and right with click-stops at 0�, 30�, 60�, 75�, 90�, 120�, 150�, 180� Power source Four AA-type alkaline (1.5V), lithium (1.5V) or Ni-MH (1.2V) batteries Flash-ready indicator Fully recycled: lights up Insufficient flash output for correct exposure (in i-TTL or distance-priority manual flash mode): blinks Flash duration Approx. 1/1042 sec. at full output Mounting foot lock lever Provides secure attachment of SB-700 to camera’s accessory shoe using locking plate and locking pin to prevent unintentional detachment. Dimensions (W x H x D) Approx. 71 x 126 x 104.5 mm (2.8 x 5.0 x 4.1 in.) Weight (without batteries) Approx. 360 g (12.7 oz.)
