The Nikon SB-900 Speedlight is Nikon's flagship flash unit, and the most advanced in the Speedlight range. As a replacement to the SB-800, the SB-900 shares many of the same functions, but also has some innovative additions and improvements. Its automated zoom head has been expanded to cover 17mm to 200mm lenses (in 35mm/FX format), and can cover this range in just 1.2 seconds. This flash now lets you select from three light distribution patterns: Standard, Center-weighted, and Even. It will also automatically detect if it is connected to a DX or FX format camera, and adjust itself accordingly.
The SB-900 can work as a stand-alone flash, or as part of a wireless group, either in Commander mode or as a slave (remote). The i-TTL system in this flash supports Advanced Wireless Lighting and versatile functions for up to four groups of Speedlights, with 3 remote i-TTL Speedlight groups controlled through the master SB-900. i-TTL Balanced Fill-Flash flash control employs Nikon's Advanced Data Communication system. This system provides an improved method for the monitor pre-flash and wireless operation that marks an evolution in higher precision over Nikon's acclaimed D-TTL Balanced Fill-Flash control system, and forms the core of the Creative Lighting System.
Key Features:
- FX/DX Format Identification
- Guide No. 131' (40 m) at 35mm
- 3 Light Distribution Patterns
- 17-200mm Auto Zoom Range
- Wireless Controller
Powerful, Versatile Speedlight Unit:
- Atop the Nikon Creative Lighting System, the SB-900 is an indispensable portable light source providing effective solutions to lighting challenges.
Complete Flash Head Positioning Freedom:
- Bounce 90°up and 7°down with 360° rotation elevates creative lighting freedom.
Renowned Dedicated Wireless Flash Control:
- Wireless Commander Mode offers wireless control at the master Speedlight position, controlling up to 3 remote Speedlight groups and an unlimited number of compatible Speedlights. Four wireless channel options help manage wireless conflicts in multi-photographer environments.
Choose From 3 Light Distribution Patterns:
- Optimize light quality by selecting Standard for general illumination, Center-weighted for portraits or Even, for groups or interiors.
Color Gel Filter Identification:
- Automatically identifies mounted color gel 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 as a wireless remote light source.
Expanded Auto Power Zoom Coverage:
- Smoothly covers lenses as wide as 17mm and up to 200mm in FX-format and as wide as 12mm and up to 200mm in DX-format use.
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:
- An added measure of safety is provided for sustained high-speed bursts.
Flash Value (FV) Lock:
- Locks in a specific flash output on the main subject, regardless of aperture, composition or the lens’ zoom position.*
*With select Nikon digital SLRs
Drip-Proof Mounting Foot Cover (Water Guard):*
- Provides enhanced moisture protection.
*Optional
Note:
Please note that the SB-900 is only fully compatible with DSLR cameras that support i-TTL operation. With older cameras that use the D-TTL mode, only [A] Auto mode (non-TTL) is available.
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