Autofocus Speedlight

SB-800

A collection of example photos
Enter the exciting world of Nikon's Creative Lighting System with the SB-800.
Page numbers in parentheses refer you to explanations in the main instruction manual.
A wealth of advanced flash-shooting techniques await you with the SB-800.
Take life-like portraits.

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Soften the shadows.

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Record details of small objects.
Create more natural-looking pictures by illuminating both the subject and background.
Emulate the results of professional studio photographers.
Use colored gel filters to add specific colors to the scene.
Numbers on the pictures refer to page numbers of this booklet.

Bounce flash

Create more flattering portraits by tilting or rotating the flash head to bounce the light off the ceiling or walls.
When photographing a person standing in front of a wall, tilt or rotate the flash head up to bounce the light off the ceiling. This softens the light falling on the subject, while throwing the dark shadow behind and below the subject. This is an excellent technique to use indoors to render the subtle tones of the persons face, where direct flash often causes harsh, unattractive lighting (p. 98).

Shooting data

(Normal flash) Camera: D2H Focal length: 60mm Speedlight: SB-800 set to D with flash head in normal position Aperture: f/9 Shooting distance: Approx. 4m (13.1 ft.) Normal flash
Shooting data (Bounce flash)
Camera: D2H Lens focal length: 60mm Speedlight: SB-800 set to D with flash head tilted up Aperture: f/8 Shooting distance: Approx. 4m (13.1 ft.)

Flash set-up

Tilting the flash head and choosing the reflecting surface
Tilt the flash head up at least 50 for the most effective bounce flash. Also, make sure that the light from the flash head does not illuminate the subject directly. Optimum results are obtained when the flash head is positioned 12m (3.36.6 ft.) from the reflecting surface. When shooting in color, select white or highly reflective surfaces to bounce the light off of. Otherwise, your pictures will come out with an unnatural color cast similar to that of the reflecting surface.

Nikon Diffusion Dome

Without Nikon Diffusion Dome
With Nikon Diffusion Dome
(Without Nikon Diffusion Dome) Camera: D2H Focal length: 105mm Speedlight: SB-800 set to D Aperture: f/6.3 Shooting distance: Approx. 2.5m (8.2 ft.)
The Nikon Diffusion Dome diffuses the light from the flash to soften shadows and prevent the subjects face from coming out too bright.
By attaching the provided Nikon Diffusion Dome over the flash head, you can diffuse the light even more when doing bounce flash, creating extremely soft light with virtually no shadows, while insuring sufficient illumination of the background (p. 101). Shooting data
(With Nikon Diffusion Dome) Camera: D2H Focal length: 105mm Speedlight: SB-800 set to D with Nikon Diffusion Dome attached Aperture: f/6.3 Shooting distance: Approx. 2.5m (8.2 ft.)
Flash set-up Notes on using the Nikon Diffusion Dome Good results are obtained when the flash head is tilted up 60. Essentially the same lighting effect is produced when the camera is positioned either horizontally or vertically. Use of the built-in wide-flash adapter in conjunction with the Nikon Diffusion Dome produces the maximum amount of diffused light.
i-TTL Automatic Balanced Fill-Flash

Standard i-TTL flash

In this mode, the camera automatically controls the flash output to keep both the subject and background properly exposed. This mode is especially effective when shooting scenes that include a mirror, white wall, or other highly reflective surfaces (p. 37).
(i-TTL Automatic Balanced Fill-Flash) Camera: D2H Focal length: 70mm Speedlight: SB-800 set to

Aperture: f/14

Auto FP High-Speed Sync

Auto FP high-speed sync

Flash shooting at normal sync speed
Automatic high-speed flash synchronization at shutter speeds exceeding the cameras flash sync speed is possible. When shooting with flash outdoors, faster shutter speeds allow you to use a wider aperture to blur the background and/or freeze fast-moving subjects (p. 60).
(Auto FP high-speed sync) Camera: D2H Focal length: 125mm Speedlight: SB-800 set to BK Aperture: f/2.8 Shutter speed: 1/3200 sec.
Flash Value Lock (FV Lock)
Without using FV Lock for an off-center subject
Using FV Lock for an off-center subject
(Without FV Lock) Camera: D2H Focal length: 60mm Speedlight: SB-800 set to D Aperture: f/8
Using FV Lock, you can obtain the correct exposure, when the subject is off-center and positioned against a dark or light background.
Because the flash exposure remains locked in even if you change the aperture or composition, or zoom the lens in and out, you can obtain the correct exposure for the main subject. Without FV Lock, the main subject is overexposed due to the dark background (p. 61). Shooting data (With FV Lock)
Camera: D2H Focal length: 60mm Speedlight: SB-800 set to Do Aperture: f/8
FV Lock is unnecessary when the main subject is centered.
Close-up photography using multiple flash units
Two flash units (one bounced from the side; another used directly from the top rear)

Direct on-camera flash

Dramatic close-ups of small objects can be created by using one SB-800 off-camera as the master flash and another as the remote flash.
A feeling of roundness is provided by this set-up. One SB-800, the master flash, is used off-camera via a cord to bounce the light off a reflector card to diffuse the shadows, while a second SB-800, the remote flash, is positioned above and to the left rear of the subject, providing direct illumination. In this situation, the master flash unit is the fill light, whereas the remote flash is the main light (p. 102). Shooting data (Using two flash units)

Camera: D2H Focal length: 105mm 1 Master flash unit: SB-800 set to D (bounced from the side) 2 Remote flash unit: SB-800 set to D (directly from the top rear) Aperture: f/22 Shooting distance: Approx. 1m (3.3 ft.)
Off-camera flash directly from the side
Off-camera flash bounced from the side
Three flash units (one flash bounced from the side + two flashes from the top and rear)

On-camera flash

Two flash units: Off-camera flash bounced from the side + one directly from the top
Two flash units: one flash back-lit from the side + another from the bottom using a reflector and gel filter.
With a single on-camera flash unit, distinct shadows appear behind the subject, contributing to a sense of flatness. Bounced illumination from the side and direct illumination from the top rear provided by two SB-800s eliminate the shadows and emphasize the motorcycles contours such as the wheels. In this way, a much more vivid rendition of both the miniature model of the bike and the figure beside it are created (p. 102). Shooting data
(Two flash units: Off-camera flash bounced from the side + another directly from the top rear) Camera: D2H Focal length: 105mm 1 Master flash unit: SB-800 set to D (bounced from the side) 2 Remote flash unit: SB-800 set to D (directly from the top rear) Aperture: f/22 Shooting distance: Approx. 1.5m (4.9 ft.)
Close-up photography using multiple flash units (cont.)
Two flash units (one from the side and another from above)
A single flash unit from above
By using more than one SB-800, you can take Shooting data breath-taking close-ups of subjects like flowers. (Using a single flash unit from above)
To bring out the gorgeous colors and textures of the purple cattleyas, two SB-800s were used, one on the left front (as the master unit via a cord) and another (as the remote unit) on the right rear and slightly above the flowers. Although both Speedlights were used directly, this lighting set-up produces soft shadows with enhanced subject detail (p. 102). Shooting data
(Using two flash units) Camera: D2H Focal length: 105mm 1 Master flash unit: SB-800 set to D 2 Remote flash unit: SB-800 set to D (from the top) Aperture: f/32 Shooting distance: Approx. 1m (3.3 ft.) Camera: D2H Focal length: 105mm Master flash unit: SB-800 set to D Aperture: f/25 Shooting distance: Approx. 1m (3.3 ft.)
Wireless multiple flash shooting in the TTL auto flash mode

Current wireless multiple flash shooting
Advanced Wireless Lighting shooting (Two flash units: on-camera flash + remote flash from the side)
(Advanced Wireless Lighting) Camera: D2H Focal length: 70mm Master flash unit: SB-800 set to D Remote flash unit: SB-800 set to D Aperture: f/11
In addition to the master flash unit used on-camera, the remote flash unit illuminates the subject from the side to create a more natural-looking portrait. In current wireless multiple flash shooting, the overlapping portions illuminated by two flash units are overexposed. However, with Advanced Wireless Lighting in the TTL auto flash mode, the subject comes out correctly exposed (p. 76).

Single on-camera flash

(Using two flash units) Camera: D2H Focal length: 70mm Master flash unit: SB-800 set to D Remote flash unit: SB-800 set to D Aperture: f/14
Two flash units: on-camera flash + remote flash from the rear
The master flash unit is used on-camera while the remote flash unit illuminates the subject from the rear to emphasize the subjects contour and bring out the delicate details of subjects hair. This lighting set-up is particularly effective when shooting portraits against dark backgrounds (p. 76).
Multiple flash shooting (1)
Three flash units (on-camera flash + one remote unit bounced off the ceiling + one remote unit with red gel filter in the fireplace)
Use more than one flash to illuminate both the subject and the background.
With one SB-800 used on-camera, the subject in front is properly illuminated, while the background comes out too dark. To create a more naturallooking picture of the woman sitting in the room, one remote flash unit was placed behind the subject and on the right, then bounced off the ceiling to light the background. Another remote flash unit with a red gel filter attached was positioned in the fireplace behind a log to create the impression of flames (p. 80). Shooting data
(Using three flash units) Camera: D2H Focal length: 25mm 1 Master flash unit: SB-800 set to D 2 Remote flash unit A: SB-800 set to D (bounced off the ceiling) 3 Remote flash unit B: SB-800 set to G (with red gel filter) Aperture: f/5.6
Two flash units (one on-camera flash + one remote unit bounced from the ceiling)

Fireplace

Multiple flash shooting (2)

Single off-camera flash

Three flash units (One off-camera on the left + one on the right + one behind the subject bounced off the back wall)
The master flash illuminates the subject from the side, while two remote flash units soften and eliminate the shadows.
In this setup, the master flash was placed offcamera on the left to emphasize the subject contours, but casts shadows on the womans face and a harsh shadow on the back wall. Remote flash A was positioned on the right to soften the shadows. However, the shadow on the wall still exists. To remove it, remote flash B was placed at the subjects feet to bounce light off the wall, resulting in a dramatic portrait (p. 76). Shooting data

(Using three flash units) Camera: D2H Focal length: 48mm 1 Master flash unit: SB-800 set to D 2 Remote flash unit A: SB-800 set to D 3 Remote flash unit B: SB-800 set to G Aperture: f/8
Two flash units (One off-camera on the left + one on the right)
Slow-sync flash shooting with multiple flash
Four flash units using a slow shutter speed
Four flash units using a normal shutter speed
Using a slow shutter speed with more than one Shooting data flash produces more natural-looking pictures of (Using a normal shutter speed) Camera: D2H the subject and background. Focal length: 40mm
Four flash units were used to illuminate the subject and the room in back. Remote flash unit A was added to the master flash unit used on-camera to illuminate the subject from the side to create a more vivid rendition of the woman and the fruit in the basket. Two more remote flash units B and C were placed in the room behind the subject. Light from remote flash unit B was bounced off the wall, while that of remote flash unit C was bounced off the ceiling to illuminate the entire room and add accent. Furthermore, a slow shutter speed was used to make the tones of the subject and the background come out brighter (pp. 58, 76). Shooting data
(Using a slow shutter speed) Camera: D2H Focal length: 40mm 1 Master flash unit: SB-800 set to D 2 Remote flash unit A: SB-800 set to B 3 Remote flash unit B: SB-800 set to B 4 Remote flash unit C: SB-800 set to G Aperture: f/8 Shutter speed: 1/30 sec.
1 Master flash unit: SB-800 set to D 2 Remote flash unit A: SB-800 set to B 3 Remote flash unit B: SB-800 set to B 4 Remote flash unit C: SB-800 set to G Aperture: f/8 Shutter speed: 1/250 sec.

Slow-sync flash shooting

Normal shutter speed

Slow-sync flash

(Normal shutter speed) Camera: D2H Focal length: 80mm Master flash unit: SB-800 set to Do Aperture: f/7.1 Shutter speed: 1/250 sec.
When shooting in extremely dark situations, flash can be used with slow shutter speeds to obtain the correct exposure for both the subject and background.
Often, when taking flash pictures in low-light situations or at night, the background comes out vastly underexposed. In this case, set the slow-sync flash mode on your camera. This allows the use of slow shutter speeds for recording detail in the background, while the flash provides the correct exposure for the subject in the foreground (p. 58). Shooting data

(Slow-sync flash) Camera: D2H Focal length: 80mm Master flash unit: SB-800 set to Do Aperture: f/7.1 Shutter speed: 1/4 sec
Shooting with colored gel filters
(With a gel filter) Camera: D2H Speedlight: SB-800 set to Do White balance setting: Fluorescent
With a gel filter (for fluorescent light) and the cameras white balance set to Fluorescent
Without a gel filter and the cameras white balance set to Flash
Modifying the color temperature of the flash to match that of the overall scene illumination. If you shoot flash pictures under fluorescent light with your digital cameras white balance set to Flash, the main subject will look normal. However, the background will come out green. To compensate, use a green gel filter, then adjust the cameras white balance to Fluorescent (p. 96).
(Without a gel filter) Camera: D2H Speedlight: SB-800 set to Do White balance setting: Flash
With a gel filter (for incandescent light) and the cameras white balance set to Incandescent
The same is true when shooting flash pictures under incandescent/tungsten illumination. In this case, set your Shooting data (With a gel filter) digital cameras white balance to Incandescent. Shooting data (With a gel filter)
Camera: D2H Speedlight: SB-800 set to Do White balance setting: Incandescent
With a gel filter (for incandescent light) and the cameras white balance set to Flash
Camera: D2H Speedlight: SB-800 set to Do White balance setting: Flash
Using colored gel filters with multiple flash
Four flash units: One on-camera + three remote flash units (two with gel filters and one without)
(With a single flash) Camera: D2H Focal length: 38mm Master flash unit: SB-800 set to D Aperture: f/5.6 White balance setting: Flash
Colored gel filters can be used to add dramatic colors to the scene.
The optional Colored Gel Filter Set SJ-1 contains a total of 20 gel filters in various colors. In the main photo above, the on-camera master flash illuminates the woman, while three remote units are used behind her. Two units with red and blue gel filters were bounced off the back wall to accentuate the background in addition to the indirect blue lighting. A third remote unit without a gel filter was placed directly behind the subjects head to create rim-lighting on her hair (pp. 76, 96). Shooting data

(With four flash units) Camera: D2H Focal length: 38mm 1 Master flash unit: SB-800 set to D 2 Remote flash unit A: SB-800 set to G 3 Remote flash unit B: SB-800 set to G 4 Remote flash unit C: SB-800 set to G Aperture: f/5.6 White balance setting: Flash
Using colored gel filters with multiple flash (cont.)
On-camera flash (bounced) + remote flash unit with a yellow gel filter and positioned behind the window shade
On-camera flash only (bounced) without the window shade
The optional Colored Gel Filter Set SJ-1 can be used with the SB-800 to add specific colors to create various renditions of a scene. In these photos, the on-camera flash was bounced off the ceiling and used as the master unit, while a second flash unit positioned on the right side was used directly as the remote unit. The color of the illumination from the remote flash was modified by attaching colored gel filters. In addition, the background was changed by placing a window shade between the subject and remote flash and firing the flash through it (pp. 76, 96). Shooting data (Using two flash units)
Camera: D2H Focal length: 60mm 1 Master flash unit: SB-800 set to D 2 Remote flash unit: SB-800 set to G Aperture: f/7.1 White balance setting: Flash
Two flash units with no gel filter with the window shade
Two flash units with a blue gel filter with the window shade

Window shade

Two flash units with an red gel filter with the window shade
Four flash units with gel filters
Truly original photos are possible to create by using three remote flash units with colored gel filters attached and positioning them on three sides of the subject, then shooting the picture from a high angle (pp. 76, 96). Shooting data (Using four flash units)
Two flash units with no gel filter without the window shade Camera: D2H Focal length: 45mm 1 Master flash unit: SB-800 set to D 2 Remote flash unit A: SB-800 set to G with a yellow gel filter 3 Remote flash unit B: SB-800 set to G with a red gel filter 4 Remote flash unit C: SB-800 set to G with a blue gel filter Aperture: f/8 White balance Setting: Flash
Two flash units with a blue gel filter without the window shade
Two flash units with an red gel filter without the window shade
Four flash units: On-camera flash + three remote flash units with blue, yellow, and red gel filters
With the SB-800 mounted on the camera and used directly, illumination of the wall with the framed pictures falls off rapidly toward the rear. To spice up the picture and add needed illumination, three remote flash units with blue, yellow, and red gel filters were bounced off the wall (pp. 76, 96). Shooting data

(Using four flash units) Camera: D2H Focal length: 56mm 1 Master flash unit: SB-800 set to D 2 Remote flash unit A: SB-800 set to G 3 Remote flash unit B: SB-800 set to G 4 Remote flash unit C: SB-800 set to G Aperture: f/5.6 White balance setting: Flash Four flash units: On-camera flash + three remote flash units without gel filters.
Flash output level compensation using multiple flash units
In the Advanced Wireless Lighting mode, you can use more than one flash to intentionally overexpose or underexpose various parts of the picture.
The series of photos below were taken with two flash units; the master flash unit was used on-camera to illuminate the subject in the foreground, while the remote unit lit the background subject. The photo in the center was taken without setting any exposure compensation on either flash unit, or in other words, 0.0 EV. Both the background and foreground are correctly exposed. The photos reading across from left to right were made by using flash output level compensation on the master flash that illuminates the foreground subject, in this case +1 EV compensation for the left-hand shot and 1 EV compensation for the right-hand one. The pictures reading from top to bottom were created by setting flash output level compensation on the remote flash that lights the background subject; the top photo has +1 EV compensation and the bottom 1 EV compensation. (pp 54, 76)

Background overexposed

Foreground overexposed

Correct exposure

Foreground underexposed

Background underexposed

(Foreground and background correctly exposed) Camera: D2H Focal length: 42mm 1 Master flash unit: SB-800 set to D 2 Remote flash unit: SB-800 set to D Aperture: f/10
Exposure compensation and flash output level compensation
Exposure compensation and flash output level compensation are used to intentionally modifying the exposure.
Exposure compensation in the Non-TTL auto flash mode is shown in the three photos on the left. Varying the exposure for both the subject and background is possible by changing the aperture setting on the SB-800 (p. 54). Flash output level compensation in the TTL auto flash mode is shown in the three photos on the right. Varying the exposure for the main subject without affecting the background is possible by changing the flash output level on the SB-800 (p. 56).

+1 exposure compensation

+1 flash output level compensation

No compensation

1 exposure compensation
1 flash output level compensation

Red-eye reduction

Prevents the center of a persons eyes from appearing red in color photographs. Red-eye reduction control is set on the camera, not on the SB-800 (p. 58).
Without red-eye reduction

With red-eye reduction

Rear-curtain sync flash

Front-curtain sync flash

Allows flash pictures of a moving subject where the blur appears in the proper position behind the subject. Rear-curtain sync flash As shown in the example photos, when shooting fast-moving subjects at slow shutter speeds using front-curtain flash sync, unnatural-looking pictures can occur. Rear-curtain flash sync creates a picture in which the blur appears behind the subject rather than overlapping it (p. 59).

Repeating flash

To create stroboscopic multipleexposure effects, the SB-800 can be fired repeatedly during a single exposure (p. 48).

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Autofocus Speedlight

SB-600

SB-600 (En)

Instruction Manual

Contents

Preparation Foreword...4-6 Tips on using the Speedlight..7 Camera groups and available flash modes..8-9 Speedlight parts and their functions..10-11 Control buttons...12 Easy setting for the optimum TTL auto flash mode..13 LCD panel...14-15 Lenses...16
Basic operation...Installing the batteries..18-Test firing (Confirming the exposure)..20-Attach the SB-600 to the camera and adjust the flash head..22-Setting the cameras exposure mode and metering system..24-Setting the SB-600s flash mode..26-Compose the picture and shoot with flash.28-29 Using the SB-600 with the COOLPIX.30 Detailed operation...31
SB-600s available flash modes..32 TTL auto flash mode...33 Manual mode...34-37 Notes on continuous flash shooting.38
Other functions...39 Setting the zoom-head position..40-41 Exposure compensation and flash output-level compensation..42-44 Checking the illumination before actually taking the picture (Modeling illuminator)..45 Slow-sync flash mode, red-eye reduction control, and rear-curtain sync..46-47 Auto FP High-Speed Sync mode (for compatible cameras).48 2

Preparation

Flash Value Lock (FV Lock) (for compatible cameras)..49 Autofocus flash operation in dim light..50-51 Custom Settings...52-54
This section provides preliminary information on using the SB-600.

Advanced operations...55

Overview of multiple flash operation.56-57 Wireless multiple flash shooting.58-59 Flash shooting in Advanced Wireless Lighting.60-64 Confirming wireless multiple flash operation using the ready-light or the beeping sound.65 Multiple flash shooting using cords.66-67 System chart for TTL multiple flash shooting using cords..68-69 Bounce flash operation..70-72 Close-up flash operation..73-75 Flash shooting in the 1/300 TTL High-Speed Flash sync mode (F5 only)..76
Basic operation Basic procedures to take simple, properly exposed flash photographs in the TTL auto flash mode. Detailed operation A variety of flash modes available with the SB-600 are explained.
Other functions Detailed information on each function of the SB-600 is provided.
Reference information..77 TTL auto flash modes available with the SB-600..78-80 Optional accessories..81-82 Tips on Speedlight care..83 Notes on handling batteries..84 Troubleshooting...85-86 Specifications..87-89 Index...90-91
Advanced operations Information on advanced flash shooting techniques using the SB-600 is described. Reference information Optional accessories, Troubleshooting, Speedlight care, Specifications, etc. are presented in this section.

Foreword

Thank you for purchasing the Nikon Speedlight SB-600. To get the most out of your Speedlight, please read this instruction manual thoroughly before use. Also, read the separate booklet, A collection of example photos, which provides an overview of the SB-600s flash-shooting capabilities with example photos. In addition, keep your camera instruction manual handy for quick reference.
Main features and functions of the SB-600
The SB-600 is a high-performance Speedlight with a guide number of 30/98 (ISO 100, m/ft.) or 42/138 (ISO 200, m/ft.) (at the 35mm zoom-head position, 20C/68F.) According to the camera and lens combination used with the SB-600, you can perform various types of TTL auto flash (p. 33) and Manual flash operations (p. 34). A power zoom function automatically adjusts the zoom-head position to match the lens focal length (with the exception of some camera/lens combinations) (p. 40). When the built-in wide-flash adapter is used, the zoom-head position is automatically set to match a 14mm lens (p. 41). The flash head can be tilted from 0 to 90 and rotated horizontally 180 to the left and 90 to the right, enabling bounce flash (p. 70) or close-up flash photography (p. 73). In wireless multiple flash photography, the SB-600 can be used as a wireless remote flash unit when the SB-600 is used with cameras compatible with Nikons Creative Lighting System (p. 5). When using bounce flash or taking close-ups with flash, you can use the built-in wide-flash adapter to create soft, diffused lighting with virtually no shadows, while maintaining balanced lighting for the main subject and the background (pp. 70, 73). Custom settings are provided to set values, or activate or cancel functions that are unnecessary to set each time (p. 52).

D-type Nikkor lenses

D-type Nikkor lenses send distance information to the camera body. Set the aperture either on the lens aperture ring or on the camera body. For more details, refer to the lens instruction manual.

Basic operation

In this section, basic procedures are illustrated so that you can easily perform flash photography in the TTL auto flash mode. You can easily perform flash photography by following Steps 1-6 on the left-hand pages.
The procedures are based on the use of a CPU lens mounted on cameras compatible with CLS*, digital SLRs not compatible with CLS*, and cameras in Groups I to II. The SB-600s functions and the LCD display vary depending on the camera/lens combination used.

Installing the batteries

Slide the battery chamber lid in the direction of the arrow to open.
Install the batteries following the i and j marks as shown. Close the battery chamber lid by sliding it into place while pressing down.

v Usable batteries

Install four AA-type penlight batteries (1.5 V or lower) of any of these types: (1) Alkaline-manganese (1.5 V) (2) Lithium (1.5 V) (3) Nickel (1.5 V) (4) NiCd (rechargeable, 1.2 V) (5) Ni-MH (Nickel Metal Hydride) (rechargeable, 1.2 V)
When replacing batteries, replace all four with fresh ones of the same brand. High-power manganese batteries are not recommended for use with the SB-600. Always carry extra batteries when travelling. For details on batteries, refer to Notes on handling batteries (p. 84).

CAUTION!

Do not use batteries not specified in this instruction manual, as this may cause them to explode, leak corrosive liquids or catch on fire. Do not mix battery brands or types, or use old with new batteries, as they might explode, leak corrosive liquids or catch on fire. Do not place non-rechargeable batteries in a battery charger, as this might cause them to leak corrosive liquids or generate heat.
The following data are based on a situation in which four fresh batteries of the same type are used and the Speedlight fires at M1/1 output.
Batteries Alkaline-manganese Lithium Nickel NiCd (1000 mAh) (rechargeable) Ni-MH (2000 mA) (rechargeable) Min. recycling time (approx.)* 3.5 sec. 4.0 sec. 2.5 sec. 2.9 sec. 2.5 sec. Min. number of flashes/ recycling time* 200/6-30 sec. 400/7.5-30 sec. 180/6-30 sec. 90/4-30 sec. 220/4-30 sec.
* With fresh batteries These data were measured without using the wide-area AF-assist illuminator, zoom-head position adjustment or LCD panel illumination. The above data may vary due to variations in battery performance.
Replacing/recharging the batteries

The sensitivity of digital SLRs and the film speed for film-based cameras are referred to as ISO sensitivity in this manual.
About the flash shooting distance range
Compose the picture and shoot with flash
Confirm the cameras sync mode.
For normal flash photography, use the cameras front-curtain sync mode.
Compose the picture, confirm that the ready-light on the SB-600 or in the cameras viewfinder is on, then shoot.
v Set the cameras flash sync mode to front-curtain sync.
With cameras featuring a rear-curtain sync flash mode, make sure the cameras flash sync mode is set to front-curtain sync.
For other flash sync modes, refer to Slow-sync flash (p. 46), Red-eye reduction with slow-sync flash mode (p. 46), or Rear-curtain sync (p. 47). Refer to the cameras instruction manual for details on the flash sync mode.
v If the ready-light blinks after shooting, the light might be insufficient for correct exposure.
When the flash has fired at its maximum output in the TTL auto flash mode and underexposure possibly occurred, the ready-lights on the SB-600 and in the cameras viewfinder blink for approx. 3 seconds. Depending on the camera in use, the ready-light on the SB-600 or in the cameras viewfinder lights up. To compensate, use a wider aperture after setting the cameras exposure mode to Aperture-Priority Auto (A) or Manual (M), or move closer to the subject and reshoot. Display of the amount of underexposure The amount of underexposure (0 to 3.0 EV) appears for approx. 3 seconds on the SB-600s LCD panel when used with cameras compatible with CLS, digital SLRs not compatible with CLS and cameras in Group I in the TTL auto flash mode. The above ready-lights will also blink at the same time.
Pressing the s and a buttons simultaneously recalls this display.
Using the SB-600 with the COOLPIX
Using the SB-600 with COOLPIX digital cameras
For COOLPIX cameras, such as the COOLPIX 5400 and 4500, that have an accessory shoe (hot-shoe) or TTL multiple flash terminal: When more powerful illumination is required or when performing multiple flash, it is recommended to connect the SB-600 or another Nikon Speedlight compatible with TTL auto flash to the COOLPIX. Auto flash operation is possible by setting the SB-600s flash mode to TTL auto flash. The flash output level is controlled by detecting signals from the camera to determine when to start and stop firing in sync with the built-in flash, which is controlled by the cameras non-TTL auto flash operation.
For connection to COOLPIX cameras with hot-shoe contacts, such as the COOLPIX 5400, attach the Speedlight directly to the accessory shoe. Optional accessories such as the Multi-Flash Bracket Unit SK-E900 should be used for connection with COOLPIX cameras that have a TTL multiple flash terminal but no hot-shoe contacts. For details, see your cameras instruction manual.

Press the i or j button to increase or decrease the values.
Refer to Setting the flash output level (p. 37).
Set the aperture on your camera or lens.
Confirm that the ready-light comes on, then shoot.
Setting the flash output level
The flash output level changes every time you press the j or i button, as shown below. When you press the j button:
When you press the i button:
The numbers in parentheses represent the adjustable flash output level in 1/3 step except between 1/1 and 1/2. Therefore, 1/2 (-0.7) and 1/4 (+0.3) represent the same flash output level.
The same flash output level To extend the flash shooting distance, choose a flash output level close to M1/1. The value can be quickly changed by continuously pressing the i or j button. The decimal place blinks during adjustment.
Notes on continuous flash shooting
Do not exceed the maximum number of continuous firings
You should allow the SB-600 to cool off for at least 10 minutes after the maximum number of continuous firings are performed as shown in the WARNING table below:
Max. number of continuous firings
Flash mode TTL auto flash Manual flash (Flash output level: M1/1, M1/2) Manual flash (Flash output level: M1/4 to M1/64) Max. number of continuous firings (at 6 frames/sec.) 15 40
Synchronization during continuous flash shooting
The table below shows the maximum number of frames that can be taken during continuous flash shooting. If the number of continuous frames shot exceeds the value shown in the table, allow the SB-600 to cool off for at least 10 minutes. Maximum number of frames during continuous flash shooting (at six frames per sec.)
Batteries Alkaline-manganese Lithium Nickel NiCd Ni-MH Up to 4 Up to 8 Up to 16 Up to 30 Flash output level 1/8 1/16 1/32 1/64

Other functions

Detailed information on each function of the SB-600 is provided.
Setting the zoom-head position
The zoom-head position is automatically adjusted by the power zoom function. It can also be manually adjusted.
The guide number indicating flash output level varies according to the zoom-head position (p. 35).

In dim light, the Wide-Area AF-Assist Illuminator turns on automatically when the cameras shutter release button is lightly pressed, if an AF lens is mounted and the cameras focus mode is set to S (Single Servo AF with focus priority), AF, or A. The effective shooting distance with the Wide-Area AF-Assist Illuminator is approx. 1m to 10m (3.3 to 33 ft.) with a 50mm f/1.8 lens or less, depending on the lens in use. Usable lens focal length: 24mm to 105mm (35 to 105mm for F-501/N2020 cameras). Use the center focus area in your cameras viewfinder when using the wide-area AF-Assist Illuminator (for cameras not compatible with CLS).
t For cameras compatible with CLS
The SB-600s Wide-Area AF-Assist Illuminator supports the dynamic-area AF system of cameras compatible with CLS. With a D2H camera, for example: A total of 11 focus areas are usable at lens focal lengths of 35mm to 85mm as shown in the figure below. A total of 9 focus areas excluding the extreme right- and left-hand ones are usable at lens focal lengths of 24mm to 85mm.
With AF cameras such as the D2H, the effective shooting range of the wide-area AF-assist Illuminator is approx. 1m to 10m (3.3 to 33 ft.) or less in the mid portion of the frame, and 1m to 7m (3.3 to 23 ft.) or less at the periphery (with a 50mm f/1.8 lens). These ranges may vary depending on the lens in use. For details, see your cameras instruction manual.
v Notes on using the Wide-Area AF-Assist Illuminator
If the focus indicator does not appear in the cameras viewfinder even through the WideArea AF-Assist Illuminator turns on, focus manually. The Wide-Area AF-Assist Illuminator will not light up, if the cameras autofocus is locked or the SB-600s ready-light does not come on. Refer to your cameras instruction manual for more information.
t Activating and canceling the Wide-Area AF-Assist Illuminator
You can set the SB-600s Wide-Area AF-Assist Illuminator to activate or cancel in the Custom Settings mode (p. 52).
By default, the Wide-Area AF-Assist Illuminator is set to activate.
t For cameras having a built-in Speedlight
Even when the cameras AF-Assist Illuminator is set to activate, the SB-600s Wide-Area AF-Assist Illuminator is given priority and the cameras AF-Assist Illuminator does not light up. However, the cameras AF-Assist Illuminator lights up only when the SB-600s Wide-Area AF-Assist Illuminator is canceled. With F80-Series/N80-Series, F75-Series/N75-Series and F65-Series/N65-Series cameras, the cameras AF-Assist Illuminator lights up when the SB-600s Wide-Area AF-Assist Illuminator is canceled. To cancel the cameras AF-Assist Illuminator, cancel it on the camera. For details, refer to your cameras instruction manual. With F60-Series/N60 cameras, the cameras AF-Assist Illuminator lights up while shooting at full output manual. For details, refer to your cameras instruction manual.

Wireless multiple flash shooting
Read the following when setting up the SB-600 as a remote flash unit in the Advanced Wireless Lighting mode.
Flash set-up in the Advanced Wireless Lighting
Set up the camera, master flash unit, and remote flash units as shown in the figure below.

Group C

Less than approx. 10 m (33 ft.) Within 30
Be sure to direct the light sensor window of the remote flash unit toward the master flash.
Approx. 5 to 7 m (16 to 23 ft.)

Group B

Within 30

Master flash unit

Group A
As a basic guide, the effective shooting distance between the master and remote flash units is approx. 10 m (33 ft.) or less in the front position, and approx. 5 to 7 m (16 to 23 ft.) at both sides. These ranges vary slightly depending on the ambient light. Be sure to place all remote flash units that are set in the same group close together.
v Setting up the master and remote flash units.
In most cases, position the remote flash unit(s) closer to the subject than the camera, so that light from the master flash unit can reach the light sensor of the remote flash unit(s). This is particularly necessary when holding a remote flash unit in your hand. Data communication cannot be performed properly if there is an obstacle between the master unit and remote flash units. Take care not to let light from the remote flash unit enter the camera lens directly or indirectly in TTL auto flash mode. Also, prevent light from entering the master flash units light sensor in Non-TTL auto flash mode. Otherwise, the correct exposure cannot be obtained. There is no limit to the number of remote flash units that can be used together. However, if too much light from other remote flash units enters the light sensor of the master flash unit, correct operation may be impossible. For practicality, the number of remote flash units should be limited to three per group. Use the provided Speedlight Stand AS-19 for stable placement of the remote flash units. Be sure to perform test firing after setting up all flash units (p. 20).
Using the Speedlight Stand
Use the provided Speedlight Stand AS-19 for stable placement of the remote flash units.
You can also use the stand for setting up your Nikon Speedlight when using it as a remote flash unit in multiple flash shooting using cords (p. 66). Speedlight mounting shoes for the SB-15 and SB-27
Speedlight mounting shoe (for all Speedlights except the SB-15 and SB-27) Setup examples using the SB-27

Tripod socket

Attachment to the Speedlight Stand
Attach the SB-600 to the Speedlight Stand in the same way that you attach it to the cameras accessory shoe. The same is true when detaching it from the Stand.

Remote flash unit

Speedlight condition Auxiliary ready-light Blinks slowly Blinks slowly when recycling is completed after firing. Blinks quickly for approx. 3 sec. Blinks quickly for approx. 3 sec. Beeping sound Two beeps Fired properly
Beeps for approx. 3 sec. Beeps for approx. 3 sec.
Both the master and remote flash units have fired at full output and light may have been insufficient for correct exposure. Use a wider aperture and reshoot. The remote flash unit has fired at full output and light may have been insufficient for correct exposure. The light sensor could not detect when to stop firing in sync with the master flash unit, because a strong reflection from the remote flash unit itself or light from another remote flash unit may have entered the light sensor window. Change the direction or position of the remote flash unit and reshoot. The flash mode of the remote flash unit is set to Non-TTL auto flash on the Master flash unit. Reset the flash mode to D, Manual G or Repeating flash q mode. The same is applied when the signal from the Master flash unit cannot be received correctly.
Blinks quickly and goes out repeatedly for approx. 6 sec.
High and low tone beeps alternate for approx. 6 sec.

One beep

Ready to fire
Multiple flash shooting using cords
The SB-600 can be used with Speedlights compatible with the TTL auto flash mode to perform multiple flash shooting using cords.
When using a Speedlight that has a standby function as a remote flash unit, make sure that the standby function is set to off, or select a standby duration that is long enough by using the Custom Settings. Use of the SB-50DX and SB-23 as remote flash units is not recommended, because the standby function cannot be canceled. Speedlights SB-11, SB-14, SB-140, and SB-21B cannot be used with the F-401/N4004 or F-401s/N4004s as either master or remote flash units. There is no limitation in usable cameras. With cameras compatible with CLS and digital SLRs not compatible with CLS, Manual flash operation only is possible.
Be sure to cancel the master flash units Monitor Preflashes setting
When shooting with multiple flash using cords in the TTL mode, cancel the master flash units Monitor Preflashes setting by following one of the methods described below. Monitor Preflashes can cause incorrect exposures. SB-800 SB-80DX, SB-50DX SB-800, SB-600, SB-80DX, SB-50DX, SB-28, SB-28DX, SB-27, SB-26, SB-25 Built-in Speedlight

(F80-Series/N80-Series, F75-Series/ N75-Series, F70-Series/N70)
Set the SU-4 type wireless multiple flash mode Set the wireless flash mode. Set the flash mode to Standard TTL flash. Tilt the flash head up. Use a non-CPU lens. Set the cameras exposure mode to Manual (M)
Cancel the master flash units Monitor Preflashes setting when performing SU-4 type wireless multiple flash operation using the SB-600 as a master flash unit. For details, refer to instruction manuals provided with the Wireless Slave Flash Controller SU-4 and Speedlights (such as SB-800) featuring SU-4 type multiple flash operation.
The maximum number of flash units to be connected using cords
Up to five units including the master flash unit can be used for multiple flash photography at a total cable length of 10m (33 ft.). Make sure the combined total of the coefficients in the table below for all flash units used together does not exceed 20 at 20C (68F) or 13 at 40C (104F). If it exceeds these figures, you may not be able to take a second shot after the first one. In this case, turn off the power of all flash units and reduce the total number of flash units connected. Speedlight SB-800, SB-600, SB-80DX, SB-50DX, SB-30, SB-29, SB-29s, SB-28, SB-28DX, SB-27, SB-26, SB-25, SB-24, SB-22s, SB-14, SB-11, SB-140 SB-23, SB-21, SB-17, SB-16, SB-15 SB-22 SB-20 Coefficient 6 9
Notes on multiple flash shooting using cords
Be sure to see the instruction manuals of your cameras, Speedlights, and accessories. Use the optional Multi-Flash Adapter AS-10, if the remote flash units are not equipped with multiple flash terminals. Use the optional Multi-Flash Adapter AS-10 to attach the remote flash unit(s) to a tripod. Use the optional TTL Multi-Flash Sync Cords SC-27, SC-26, SC-19 or SC-18 to connect the SB-600 to more than one remote flash unit. Multiple flash shooting using cords can be performed in two modes: (1) TTL multiple flash; and (2) Manual multiple flash. Performing multiple flash shooting in the Manual mode, however, is not recommended, since it is difficult to obtain the correct exposure. Use the TTL auto flash mode with cameras compatible with TTL auto flash. To ensure proper exposure, make test shots before shooting important events.
System chart for TTL multiple flash shooting using cords
Speedlights SB-11, SB-14, SB-140, and SB-21B cannot be used with the F-401/N4004 or F-401s/N4004s as either master or remote flash units.

Group I

F5 (with DA-30/DP-30) F100 F90X/N90s F90-Series/N90 F80-Series/N80-Series F75-Series/N75-Series F70-Series/N70 F5 (with DW-30/DW-31)

SC-24 SB-11 SC-23

SB-14 SB-140

SB-21B

Set the SB-600s flash mode to TTL auto flash.
Gently pull out the built-in wide-flash adapter and position it over the flash head.
The zoom-head position is automatically set at 14 mm when using the built-in wide-flash adapter. To slide the wide-flash adapter back into place, lift and push it into the flash head as far as it will go.
Confirm that the ready-light is on, then shoot.

Setting the aperture

Calculate the aperture by using this equation and table. To ensure the correct exposure, use an aperture smaller than the one obtained from the equation.
ISO sensitivity Coefficient (m/ft) 25 1.4/4.2/6.2/6.4/4/5.6/5.6/18
f/stop Coefficient Flash-to-subject distance For example, at an ISO sensitivity of 100 with a subject 0.5 m (1.6 ft.) away and the wide-flash adapter in place, the suggested aperture is: f/stop 2 0.5 = 4 (in meters) f/stop 6.6 1.6 = approx. 4 (in feet) Therefore, you should use at least f/4 or an even smaller aperture, such as f/5.6 or f/8.
u When shooting subjects closer than 0.6 m (2 ft.)
With the SB-600 attached to the camera, sufficient illumination of the subject cannot be obtained. In this case, use the SB-600 off-camera by attaching the optional TTL Remote Cord as shown below.
In Do flash operation where Monitor Preflashes are fired, when the SB-600 is used with D/G-type CPU lenses, you may not be able to get the correct exposure, because distance information from the lens is used. In this case, position the camera (A) and the SB-600 (B) at equal distances from the subject. For F5 cameras with the High-Magnification Finder DW-30 or DW-31, or F4 cameras with the High-Magnification Finder DW-20 or DW-21, use the optional TTL Remote Cord SC-24 instead of the SC-17.
Flash shooting in the 1/300 TTL High-Speed Flash sync mode (F5 only)
Use the guide number table and equation to calculate the farthest flash shooting distance, according to each zoom-head position. D (farthest flash shooting distance) = Guide number f/stop (aperture)
Guide number (m/ft.) in the 1/300 TTL High-Speed Flash sync mode
ISO sensitivity 14* 2.9/9.5 4.0/13 5.7/19 8/26 11.4/37 16/4.7/15 6.7/22 9.4/31 13.2/43 18.8/62 26.3/86 Zoom-head position (mm) 50 5.1/17 5.6/18 6.6/22 7.2/24 8/26 9.3/31 10.1/33 11.3/37 13.1/43 14.1/46 15.8/52 18.3/60 20.2/66 22.6/74 26.2/86 28.3/93 31.6/104 36.7/7.3/24 10.3/34 14.5/48 20/66 29/95 40.6/8/26 11.4/37 16/52 22.4/73 32/105 44.8/147

*With the wide-flash adapter in place For example, when shooting with an ISO sensitivity of 100, at a 35mm zoom-head position and an aperture of f/5.6: D = 11.3 5.6 (f/stop) = 2.0 (in meters) (farthest flash shooting distance) D = 37 5.6 (f/stop) = 6.6 (in feet) (farthest flash shooting distance)

Reference information

This section contains information on optional accessories, troubleshooting, Speedlight care and specifications.
TTL auto flash modes available with the SB-600
The available types of TTL auto flash vary, depending on the camera/lens/ exposure mode/metering system in use. The following tables show the SB-600s TTL mode indicators and the corresponding ones used in the current Speedlight manuals when the flash unit is used with various cameras not compatible with CLS.
Refer to your cameras instruction manual for specific information on camera settings and functions. Exposure mode P : Programmed Auto S : Shutter-Priority Auto A : Aperture-Priority Auto M : Manual TTL/D-TTL auto flash mode Metering system Y: Matrix W: Center-Weighted X: Spot
CDE : Automatic Balanced Fill-Flash with TTL Multi Sensor for Digital SLRs CDF : Center-Weighted Fill-Flash for Digital SLRs CD : Standard TTL Flash for Digital SLRs
DE : Automatic Balanced Fill-Flash with TTL Multi Sensor DF : Matrix Balanced Fill-Flash, CenterWeighted Fill-Flash/Spot Fill-Flash D : Standard TTL Flash
Cameras compatible with the TTL/D-TTL auto flash mode
TTL mode Current TTL Exposure Metering Lens mode display mode system Do CDE*1 P/S/A/M YW CPU lens (D/G-type) Do CDE*2 P/S/A/M YW CPU lens (except for D/G-type) Do CDF A/M W Non-CPU lens D CD P/S/A/M YWX CPU lens Digital D CD A/M WX Non-CPU lens SLRs not Do CDE*1 P/S/A/M YW CPU lens (D/G-type) compatible D100 Do CDE*2 P/S/A/M YW CPU lens (except for D/G-type) with CLS D CD P/S/A/M YWX CPU lens D CD M WX Non-CPU lens *1: 3D Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill-Flash for Digital SLRs is set. *2: Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill-Flash for Digital SLRs is set. F5 Do CDE*2 P/S/A/M YW CPU lens (D/G-type) F100 Do CDE*3 P/S/A/M YW CPU lens (except for D/G-type) Do CDF A/M W Non-CPU lens D CD P/S/A/M YWX CPU lens D CD A/M WX Non-CPU lens F90X/N90s Do CDE*2 P/S/A/M YWX CPU lens (D/G-type)*1 I F90-Series/ Do CDE*3 P/S/A/M YWX CPU lens (except for D/G-type) N90 Do CDF A/M WX Non-CPU lens F70-Series/ D CD P/S/A/M YWX CPU lens*1 N70 D CD A/M WX Non-CPU lens *1: The A and M exposure modes cannot be used with a G-type lens. *2: 3D Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill-Flash is set. *3: Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill-Flash is set. Camera Camera group D1-Series

Warning

Batteries should not be exposed to excessive heat such as strong sunshine, a fire, or the like. Dry batteries should never be recharged in a battery charger. Do not expose the SB-600 to water as this may result in an electric shock or cause the unit to catch on fire.

Specifications

Electronic construction Guide number (at 35 mm zoom-head position, 20C/68F) Automatic Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistor (IGBT) and series circuitry 30/98 (ISO 100, m/ft), 42/138 (ISO 200, m/ft)
Flash shooting 0.6m to 20m (2 to 66 ft.) (varies depending on the distance range (in TTL ISO sensitivity, zoom-head position and lens auto flash mode) aperture in use) Flash exposure control
Indicator D D D o (appears with D) G Available flash mode i-TTL mode D-TTL mode TTL (film based) mode Balanced Fill-Flash Manual flash Usable camera Cameras compatible with CLS Digital SLRs not compatible with CLS Cameras in Groups I to VI (film based cameras) Cameras compatible with CLS, digital SLRs not compatible with CLS, cameras in Groups I to IV (No o appears with cameras in Groups III to IV) No limitation
Other available functions Test firing, Monitor Preflashes and AF-assist illuminator Creative Lighting System Multiple flash operation A variety of flash operations are available with compatible cameras: i-TTL mode, Advanced Wireless Lighting, FV Lock flash, Flash color information communication, Auto FP HighSpeed sync, and Wide-area AF-Assist Illuminator
Available multiple flash Advanced Wireless Lighting Multiple flash shooting using cords Usable camera Cameras compatible with CLS No limitation
Flash exposure control set on the camera Angle of coverage
Slow-sync, Red-eye reduction, Red-eye reduction in slow-sync, Rear-curtain sync flash, Auto FP High-Speed sync, FV Lock flash Variable in six steps, plus one step with wide-flash adapter
Zoom-head position 14 mm* 24 mm 28 mm 35 mm 50 mm 70 mm 85 mm Angle of coverage 14 mm 24 mm 28 mm 35 mm 50 mm 70 mm 85 mm Vertical 23 Horizontal 31
*With the built-in wide-flash adapter set
Bounce capability Flash head tilts from 0 to 90 with click-stops at 0, 45, 60, 75, 90; flash head rotates horizontally 180 to the left or 90 to the right with click-stops at 0, 30, 60, 90, 120, 150, 180 Press the b button for approx. 0.3 sec. to turn the SB-600 on or off. Standby function can be set. Four AA-type penlight batteries (1.5 V or lower) of any of these types: Alkaline-manganese (1.5 V), Lithium (1.5 V), Nickel (1.5 V), NiCd (rechargeable, 1.2 V), or Ni-MH (rechargeable, 1.2 V)

Battery type Min. recycling time (approx.)* Alkaline-manganese 3.5 sec. Lithium 4.0 sec. Nickel 2.5 sec. NiCd (1000 mAh) (rechargeable) 2.9 sec. Ni-MH (2000 mA) (rechargeable) 2.5 sec. Min. number of flashes/ recycling time (approx.)* 200/630 sec. 400/7.530 sec. 180/630 sec. 90/430 sec. 220/430 sec.
ON/OFF button Power source/ min. recycling time/no. of flashes (at M1/1 output)
* With fresh batteries. M1/1 output without use of AF-assist illuminator, zoom operation, and LCD panel illuminator.
Lights up when the SB-600 is recycled and ready to fire. Blinks for 3 sec. when flash fires at its maximum output, indicating light may have been insufficient (in TTL auto flash mode) Flash duration 1/900 sec. at M1/1 (full) output (approx.) 1/1600 sec. at M1/2 output 1/3400 sec. at M1/4 output 1/6600 sec. at M1/8 output 1/11100 sec. at M1/16 output 1/20000 sec. at M1/32 output 1/25000 sec. at M1/64 output Mounting foot Provides secure attachment of SB-600 to cameras accessory shoe using locking plate and mount pin to lock lever prevent accidental detachment. Flash output- 3.0 to +3.0 EV in increments of 1/3 steps in the TTL auto level flash mode. compensation Ready-light
Other functions Built-in wideflash adapter Approx. 68.0 x 123.5 x 90.0 mm (2.7 x 4.9 x 3.5 in.) Dimensions (W x H x D) Weight Approx. 300g (10.6 oz.) (without batteries) Accessories Speedlight Stand AS-19 and Soft Case SS-600 supplied
The following Custom Settings are possible: Wireless remote flash, Auxiliary ready-light, Sound monitor in the wireless remote flash mode, Standby function, Power zoom function, Zoom-head position setting if the built-in wideflash adapter is broken off accidentally, LCD panel illuminator, and AF-assist illuminator. Recalling the underexposure value in the TTL auto flash mode, Resetting the settings, Button lock Allows SB-600 to be used with a 14 mm lens.
These performance specifications are applicable when fresh batteries are used at normal temperatures (20C/68F). Specifications and design are subject to change without notice.
Refer to the Speedlight parts and their functions (p. 10) and Icons on the LCD panel (p. 14) for each part name and display indications.

Symbol

i/j button...12 i-TTL mode..32
Exposure compensation.42 Exposure mode..24
AF-ILL..50 Accessories...81 Advanced Wireless Lighting..60 Aperture-priority auto exposure (A).25 Auto FP High-Speed sync.48 Automatic Balanced Fill-Flash..33
FLASH button..12 FV Lock flash..49 Flash Color Information Communication..5 Flash head..72 Flash head tilting/rotating lock release button...22 Flash modes..32 Flash output level..35 Flash output level compensation value.44 Flash shooting distance range..27 Flash sync mode..28 Front-curtain sync.28