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A collection of example photos - English - Page 14
Aperture: f/8
ISO sensitivity: 4000
D4S
SB-500
AF-S NIKKOR 24-120mm f/4G ED VR
Index
14 Lighting that adds depth to movie recording
Shutter speed: 1/60 sec.
Users Manual - English - Page 1
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Speedlight
SB-500
User's Manual
Nikon Manual Viewer 2 Use the Nikon Manual Viewer 2 app to view manuals anytime, anywhere on your smartphone or tablet.
Users Manual - English - Page 2
..., flash control mode or function. i Troubleshooting
(0H-1)
This is handy when there is a problem with your safety Before using the alphabetical index.
i Index
(0H-21)
You can search according to find what you for the first time, read this user's manual thoroughly before use. i Q&A index
(0A-8)
You can search using the Speedlight for purchasing the Nikon Speedlight SB-500...
Users Manual - English - Page 3
... below are missing, inform the store where the SB-500 was purchased
or the seller immediately.
❑ Speedlight Stand AS-23 ❑ Soft Case SS-DC2
❑ User's manual (this manual) ❑ Warranty card
Speedlight Stand AS-23
SB-500
Nikon Manual Viewer 2 Install the Nikon Manual Viewer 2 app on your phone or Internet service provider. Download of charge from the App Store...
Users Manual - English - Page 4
... cameras compatible with i-TTL flash control
(P5100, P5000, E8800, E8700, E8400), see "For Use with CLS and a CPU lens (0A-5). The SB-500 works as a master flash unit only when mounted on the D810 or D750.
• The SB-500's LED light is a light and compact Speedlight compatible with Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS) with a guide number of approximately 100...
Users Manual - English - Page 6
... below with improved communication between Nikon Speedlights and cameras i-TTL flash control/Advanced Wireless Lighting/Modeling flash/ FV lock/Flash (LED Light) Color Information Communication/ Auto FP high-speed sync
Guide number (GN): the amount of light generated by a flash unit; Preparation
About the SB-500 and This User's Manual
A Terminology
Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS): a lighting...
Users Manual - English - Page 18
... or graduations.
Have Nikon spot-check your Speedlight regularly Nikon recommends that you have your Speedlight with Nikon brand cameras/accessories including lenses.
Use your Speedlight serviced by other manufacturers may not meet Nikon's criteria for use with Nikon equipment The Nikon Speedlight SB-500's performance has been optimized for specifications, and incompatible cameras...
Users Manual - English - Page 41
...; LED light operation is in the table below for
photography with the SB-500's LED light. • See the camera user's manual for white balance settings. v White balance settings
Set the camera's white balance as shown in standby and does not turn on when the SB-500 comes on results.
D-5 The LED light does not synchronize with the...
Users Manual - English - Page 59
... fire as modeling flashes at the set flash output level at a reduced flash output level. Modeling flash
The flash fires repeatedly at the selected mode.
Flash Photography Support Functions
The SB-500 features flash photography support functions. • indicates functions used with the flash light. For details,
see the camera user's manual. • The modeling flash fires for checking...
Users Manual - English - Page 68
... explains troubleshooting, Speedlight care, specifications and optional accessories. Replace the batteries.
• Press the camera shutter-release button halfway.
• Set the SB-500's power switch to any trouble occurs, use the following chart to determine the cause of the problem before taking the Speedlight to [ ].
Replace the batteries.
• Normal operation • The flash...
Users Manual - English - Page 69
... and remote flash units. E-9
flash unit does not enter
the remote flash unit
light sensor window for
wireless remote flash.
• Set the SB-500's power
switch to any mode
The SB-500 does not work properly.
Thermal cut-out is an
Remote flash obstacle between them again. • If the problem continues, contact your retailer or Nikon- Tips on Speedlight Care and...
Users Manual - English - Page 77
...on Speedlight Care and Reference Information
Updating Firmware
The latest Nikon firmware can be updated through a Nikon digital SLR camera compatible with firmware updates, please contact a Nikon-authorized service representative in your area. Firmware is updated through a D300 camera with firmware A and firmware B version 1.10 or later.
• If your camera is not compatible with SB-500...
Users Manual - English - Page 78
...; When carrying the Speedlight Stand with this SB-500.
2
1
AS-23 parts
1 Speedlight mounting shoe
2 Tripod socket
Attaching/detaching a flash unit
to/from the Speedlight Stand
Attach/detach your Nikon Speedlight to/
from the AS-23 in the same way as that provided with the SB-500 attached, be sure to hold the SB-500 in .) Weight: approx. 13 g (0.5 oz)
Specifications and design are...
Users Manual - English - Page 79
... SB-500 does not support the AF-assist illuminator function. The SC-28 is equipped with a tripod socket.
■ TTL Remote Cord SC-29 (approx. 1.5 m/4.9 ft)
The SC-29 enables i-TTL flash control when the SB-500 is used off -camera. AS-22
H
H-12 Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information
■ Speedlight Stand AS-21/AS-22
AS-21
■ TTL...
Users Manual - English - Page 82
... each battery type, see H-20
Fully recycled: lights up Warning indication: flashes slowly (0H-3-H-4)
Provides secure attachment of the SB-500 to camera's accessory shoe using locking plate and locking pin to prevent unintentional detachment
Thermal cut-out, firmware update
• Nikon digital SLR (Nikon FX/DX format) cameras compatible with CLS (except D2 series, D200, D80...
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