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Nikon SB-400 Speedlight

Nikon_SB400_01_i.jpgTokyo – Nikon Corporation is pleased to announce the introduction of the Nikon Speedlight SB-400. 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 30 (ISO 200, m), 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.
Note:
Specifications, design, product name, standard accessories and release schedule may differ by country or area.



Nikon Speedlight SB-400 Major Features

  • Compatible with i-TTL and D40’s M mode
  • Flash head can be tilted in 4 steps; horizontal, 60, 75 and 90 degrees
  • Flash shooting distance range: 0.6m - 20m (depends on the ISO setting)
  • Guide number: 30 [ISO 200, m, 20°C]
  • Angle of coverage: 18mm (with Nikon-DX format cameras), 27mm (with Nikon F6)
  • Depending on the camera in use, the following flash modes are available: Slow Sync, Red-eye Reduction, Red-eye Reduction with Slow Sync, Rear-curtain Sync, FV Lock, exposure compensation, M (manual, only with D40 camera)
  • Power source: two AA-size 1.5V batteries (also compatible with lower voltage batteries)
Note: SB-400 cannot be used with cameras not compatible with Nikon Creative Lighting System. SB-400 is not compatible with Advanced Wireless Lighting.




Speedlight SB-400 Specifications
Electronic construction Automatic Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistor (IGBT) and series circuitry
Guide number (20°C/68°F) 30/98.4 (ISO 200, m/ft), 21/69 (ISO 100, m/ft)
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
Flash shooting distance range 0.6m to 20m (2 to 66 ft.) (Varies depending on the ISO sensitivity, zoom-head position, and lens aperture in use)
Flash mode i-TTL, M (manual, only with the D40)
Compatible cameras All cameras compatible with Nikon Creative Lighting System
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)
Bounce capability Flash head tilts up to 90° with click-stops at 0°, 60°, 75°, 90°.
ON/OFF switch The ON/OFF switch turns the SB-400 on and off
Power source / min. recycling time / no. of flashes (at full output)
With fresh batteries (These data may vary depending on battery condition)
Two AA-size penlight batteries (1.5V or lower) of the following types:





Batteries
Min. recycling time (approx.)
Min. number of flashes* / interval between full flash output and ready light on

Alkaline-manganese (1.5V)
3.9 sec.
140/3.9-30 sec.

Lithium (1.5V)
4.2 sec.
250/4.2-30 sec.

Oxyride (1.5V)
3.1 sec.
150/3.1-30 sec.

Ni-MH (2600 mAh) (rechargeable) (1.2V)
2.5 sec.
210/2.5-30 sec.

* When firing the Speedlight at full output once every 30 seconds (120 seconds with lithium batteries.)
Ready light
  • Lights up when the SB-400 is recharged and ready to fire
  • Blinks to indicate: insufficient light/insufficient battery power/incompatibility of camera with SB-400/overheating
Flash duration Approx. 1/1300 sec. at full output
Mounting foot lever lock Provides secure attachment of SB-400 to the camera accessory shoe with a mount pin to prevent accidental detachment
Dimensions (W x H x D) Approx. 66 x 56.5 x 80mm (2.6 x 2.2 x 3.1 in.)
Weight (without batteries) Approx. 127g (4.5 oz.)
Included accessory SS-400 Soft Case


These performance specifications are applicable when fresh batteries are used at normal temperature (20°C/68°F). Specifications and design are subject to change without notice.

Oxyride Battery is a registered trademark of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. Products and brand names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

Specifications and equipment are subject to change without any notice or obligation on the part of the manufacturer. November 2006

Posted on November 16, 2006 9:34 AM |



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