Nikon 4808 SB-700 AF Speedlight Flash

The Nikon SB-700 AF Speedlight is a component of their Creative Lighting Systems that offers a comprehensive selection of portable tools that match a wide variety of needs. Whether used for simple on-camera use at a family gathering or in multiple wireless off-camera arrays, this Nikon flash operates in perfect concert with Nikon's CLS-compatible cameras.

Nikon SB-700 AF Speedlight Includes:

• SB-700 AF Speedlight
• AS-22 Speedlight Stand
• SW-14H Nikon Diffusion Dome
• SZ-3TN Incandescent Filter
• SZ-3FL Fluorescent Filter
• SS-700 Soft Case

Nikon SB-700 AF Speedlight Features:

• Portable, Versatile Speedlight Unit- i-TTL Speedlight optimized for use with Nikon's Creative Lighting System (CLS).
• Complete Flash Head Positioning Freedom- Bounce 90° up and 7° down with 360° rotation elevates creative lighting freedom.
• Wireless Flash Control Wireless - Commander Mode controls up to 2 remote Speedlight groups and an unlimited number of compatible Speedlights. When used as a remote speedlight up to 3 Groups can be selected. Four wireless channel options help manage wireless conflicts in multi-photographer environments.
• Choose From 3 Light Distribution Patterns - Using the simple slider switch on the back of the SB-700, you can optimize light quality by selecting Standard for general illumination, Center-weighted for portraits, groups, or interiors.
• Color Filter Identification - Automatically identifies mounted hard type color filters and adjusts camera white-balance.*
  • *With select Nikon digital SLRs
• Automatic Format Identification - Automatically senses the FX or DX-format camera in use and optimizes light distribution.
• Firmware Updating - Allows uploading of performance enhancement developments.*
  • *With select Nikon digital SLRs
• Nikon's Precision i-TTL Flash Control - Delivers precise flash exposures and seamless fill-flash performance—even in challenging lighting situations.
• Hot Shoe and Wireless Operation - Use on-camera, as a wireless master, commander or remote light source.
• Versatile Auto Power Zoom Coverage - Smoothly covers lenses as wide as 24mm and up to 120mm in FX-format.
• Streamlined Controls and Menus - Convenient Rotary Select Dial sets key functions quickly and a prominent Master and Remote control switch simplifies wireless operation.
• Flash Tube Overheat Protection - To prevent overheating, flash recycle time increases when SB-700 detects heat build-up.
• Flash Value (FV) Lock - Locks in a specific flash output on the main subject, regardless of aperture, composition or the lens' zoom position.*
• Drip-Proof Mounting Foot Cover (Water Guard)*- Provides enhanced moisture protection.
  • *Optional

Nikon SB-700 AF Speedlight Specifications:

• Commander Function: Yes
• Remote Function: Yes
• Guide Number: 28 m/92 ft. (at ISO 100, 35mm zoom head position, in FX format, standard illumination pattern, 20°C/68°F) to 39 m/128ft. (at ISO 200, 35mm zoom head position, in FX format, standard illumination pattern, 20°C/68°F)
• Electronic Construction: Automatic Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistor (IGBT) and series circuitry
• Flash Exposure Control:
  • Distance-priority manual flash
  • i-TTL Balanced Fill-Flash with CLS-compatible cameras
  • Manual Flash (with Nikon Creative Lighting System digital and 35mm SLR cameras)
• Lens Coverage:
  • 14-120mm (DX-format)
  • 24 to 120mm (FX-Format)
• Illumination pattern:
  • The light distribution angle is automatically adjusted to the camera's image area in both FX and DX formats
  • Standard
  • Even
  • Center-weighted
• Other Available Functions:
  • Test Firing
  • Monitor Pre-flashes
  • AF-assist illuminator
  • Modeling illuminator
• Bounce Function (Tilt): Flash head tilts down to -7° or up to 90° with click-stops at -7°, 0°, 45°, 60°, 75°, 90°
• Bounce Function (Rotate): Flash head rotates horizontally 180° to the left and right with click-stops at 0°, 30°, 60°, 75°, 90°, 120°, 150°, 180°
• Minimum Recycling Time:
  • 2.5 sec. (approx.) with AA Alkaline (1.5V) batteries
  • 2.5 sec. (approx.) with Evolta (1.5V) batteries
  • 2.5 sec. (approx.) with NiMH (2600 mAh) batteries
  • 2.5 sec. (approx.) with NiMH (eneloop) batteries
  • 3.5 sec. (approx.) with Lithium (1.5V) batteries
• Flash Duration:
  • 1/1042 sec. at M1/1 (full) output
  • 1/1136 sec. at M1/2 output
  • 1/2857 sec. at M1/4 output
  • 1/5714 sec. at M1/8 output
  • 1/10000 sec. at M1/16 output
  • 1/18182 sec. at M1/32 output
  • 1/25000 sec. at M1/64 output
  • 1/40000 sec. at M1/128 output
• Power ON/OFF:
  • Rotate the power switch/wireless mode switch for multiple flash units to turn the SB-700 on or off
  • Standby function can also be set
• Required Power Source:
  • Four 1.5 V alkaline AA batteries
  • Four 1.5 V lithium AA batteries
  • Four Rechargeable 1.2 V NiMH AA batteries
• Flash-ready Indicator:
  • Blinks: insufficient flash output for correct exposure (in i-TTL or distance-priority manual flash mode)
  • Lights up: recycled and ready to fire
• Ready Light:
  • Front
  • Back
• Flash Compensation: -3.0 EV to +3.0 EV in increments of 1/3 EV steps in i-TTL mode
• CustomSetting:
  • AF-Assist Illumination
  • Color Filters
  • Flash Compensation Steps in Manual Flash Mode
  • FX/DX Format Selection
  • LCD Panel Contrast
  • Remote Flash Unit Settings
  • Reset Custom Setting
  • Sound Monitor
  • Standby function
  • Unit or Measuring Distance
  • Version of Firmware
• Minimum Number of Flashes / Recycling Time:
  • 160/2.5–30 sec. (1.5V AA Alkaline)
  • 230/2.5–30 sec. (1.5V Evolta)
  • 260/2.5–30 sec. (2600 mAh NiMH)
  • 230/2.5–30 sec. (Ni-MH (eneloop))
  • 330/3.5–30 sec. (1.5V Lithium)
• Wireless Flash Modes:
  • Master
  • Quick Wireless Mode: A:B
  • Off
  • Remote
  • SU-4
• Wireless Communication Channels: Four: 1, 2, 3 and 4 Channels
• Wireless Groups: Two: A, B
• Other Functions:
  • Firmware update
  • Thermal cut-out
• Dimensions: 2.8" x 5" x 4.1" (71.0 x 126.0 x 104.5 mm) (Approx.)
• Weight (Approx. without batteries): 12.7 oz. (360g)