Instruction Manual
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... results, be sure to read this manual, we have divided Nikon SLR cameras into seven groups (from Non-TTL Auto Flash to 3D Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill-Flash, today's most convenient system for purchasing the Nikon Autofocus Speedlight SB-27, an easy-to VII) unless otherwise noted. The SB-27's extensive capabilities range from I to -use . You will find...
... results, be sure to read this manual, we have divided Nikon SLR cameras into seven groups (from Non-TTL Auto Flash to 3D Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill-Flash, today's most convenient system for purchasing the Nikon Autofocus Speedlight SB-27, an easy-to VII) unless otherwise noted. The SB-27's extensive capabilities range from I to -use . You will find...
Instruction Manual
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...be remembered for shooting and move on to a variety of basic and advanced flash photographic techniques covering all available functions. • In the separate Quick Reference sheet, we explain some basic flash photographic procedures. • Nikkor lenses have been roughly divided into two types ...lenses* AI-P-type Nikkor lenses • AI-S-type or AI-type Nikkor lenses • Nikon Series E lenses • AI-modified Nikkor lenses and others * Except AF Nikkor lenses for F3AF ** IX Nikkor lenses are designed for use with instructions on preparing the Speedlight for future reference.
...be remembered for shooting and move on to a variety of basic and advanced flash photographic techniques covering all available functions. • In the separate Quick Reference sheet, we explain some basic flash photographic procedures. • Nikkor lenses have been roughly divided into two types ...lenses* AI-P-type Nikkor lenses • AI-S-type or AI-type Nikkor lenses • Nikon Series E lenses • AI-modified Nikkor lenses and others * Except AF Nikkor lenses for F3AF ** IX Nikkor lenses are designed for use with instructions on preparing the Speedlight for future reference.
Instruction Manual
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... of arrow ➁ 2 and try loosening the wheel again. Before taking important flash photographs, take a few trial shots first to make sure the Speedlight is working properly. ■Use only Nikon-approved equipment. Take special care when detaching the SB-27 from your Speedlight. -Nikon cannot be held responsible for use . If the mounting foot locking wheel...
... of arrow ➁ 2 and try loosening the wheel again. Before taking important flash photographs, take a few trial shots first to make sure the Speedlight is working properly. ■Use only Nikon-approved equipment. Take special care when detaching the SB-27 from your Speedlight. -Nikon cannot be held responsible for use . If the mounting foot locking wheel...
Instruction Manual
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Contents Foreword 2 Camera groups 3 About this manual 4 Tips on using the Speedlight 5 Contents 6-7 Speedlight parts 8 LCD panel indications 9 Preparations for taking flash photographs 10 Installing batteries 11 Standby function 12-13 Attaching the SB-27 to the camera 14 Adjusting the flash head 15 Selecting a measurement system (meters/feet 16 The ready-light 17 Test firing with...
Contents Foreword 2 Camera groups 3 About this manual 4 Tips on using the Speedlight 5 Contents 6-7 Speedlight parts 8 LCD panel indications 9 Preparations for taking flash photographs 10 Installing batteries 11 Standby function 12-13 Attaching the SB-27 to the camera 14 Adjusting the flash head 15 Selecting a measurement system (meters/feet 16 The ready-light 17 Test firing with...
Instruction Manual
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... II 61 Setting exposure compensation on the SB-27 61 Canceling exposure compensation 62 Cameras in Group III 62 Multiple flash operation-using more than one Speedlight (Applicable to all camera groups 63-68 TTL multiple flash operation procedures 64 System chart for TTL multiple flash 66-67 Manual multiple flash operation procedures 68 Setting Forced TTL...
... II 61 Setting exposure compensation on the SB-27 61 Canceling exposure compensation 62 Cameras in Group III 62 Multiple flash operation-using more than one Speedlight (Applicable to all camera groups 63-68 TTL multiple flash operation procedures 64 System chart for TTL multiple flash 66-67 Manual multiple flash operation procedures 68 Setting Forced TTL...
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Speedlight parts 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 16 10 17 18 11 19 12 20 21 1 Built-in diffuser card (See page 53.) 2 Built-in bounce flash adapter (See page 52.) 3 Flash head (See page 15.) 4 Red-eye reduction lamp 5 Light sensor for Non-TTL Auto Flash operation 6 AF assist illuminator LED (See page 47.) 7 "F" button...27, 29, 31, 33, 35, 37, 39 and 61.) 8 LCD panel (See page 9.) 9 Ready-light (See page 17.) 10 Flash mode selector (OFF / M / AUTO) (See page 18.) 13 14 15 11 Open-flash button (See page 18.) 12 Mounting foot locking wheel (See page 14.) 13 Mounting foot (See page 14.) 14 Hot-shoe...
Speedlight parts 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 16 10 17 18 11 19 12 20 21 1 Built-in diffuser card (See page 53.) 2 Built-in bounce flash adapter (See page 52.) 3 Flash head (See page 15.) 4 Red-eye reduction lamp 5 Light sensor for Non-TTL Auto Flash operation 6 AF assist illuminator LED (See page 47.) 7 "F" button...27, 29, 31, 33, 35, 37, 39 and 61.) 8 LCD panel (See page 9.) 9 Ready-light (See page 17.) 10 Flash mode selector (OFF / M / AUTO) (See page 18.) 13 14 15 11 Open-flash button (See page 18.) 12 Mounting foot locking wheel (See page 14.) 13 Mounting foot (See page 14.) 14 Hot-shoe...
Instruction Manual
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Bounce flash Multiple flash Advanced flash operation This section describes advanced flash shooting applications with the SB-27 Speedlight.
Bounce flash Multiple flash Advanced flash operation This section describes advanced flash shooting applications with the SB-27 Speedlight.
Instruction Manual
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...battery and the ambient temperature. Number of continuous flash (frames) in Manual (M) Flash mode Power source AA-type alkaline-manganese (four sets) inside the SB-27 Optional external power source SD-7 + AA-type alkaline-manganese (four sets) inside the SB-27 Optional external power source SD-8/8A + AA-...15 flashes per second. number of flashes 15 40 We recommend letting the flash unit cool off for at 1/4, 1/8 or 1/16 light output Max. Safety range in Manual (M) Flash mode. It is able to recycle fast enough to synchronize with the type of the Speedlight. Allow the Speedlight ...
...battery and the ambient temperature. Number of continuous flash (frames) in Manual (M) Flash mode Power source AA-type alkaline-manganese (four sets) inside the SB-27 Optional external power source SD-7 + AA-type alkaline-manganese (four sets) inside the SB-27 Optional external power source SD-8/8A + AA-...15 flashes per second. number of flashes 15 40 We recommend letting the flash unit cool off for at 1/4, 1/8 or 1/16 light output Max. Safety range in Manual (M) Flash mode. It is able to recycle fast enough to synchronize with the type of the Speedlight. Allow the Speedlight ...
Instruction Manual
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... level compensation is not necessary inside the normal flash shooting distance range. -Make sure that the subject is within flash shooting distance range after compensation. You can manually adjust the exposure (compensate the Speedlight's light output level in the background, or a ...main subject at the edge of the frame, may cause overexposure or underexposure. Exposure compensation for flash photography "Plus" compensation "Minus" compensation In AUTO (TTL Auto Flash) mode, difficult scenes, ...
... level compensation is not necessary inside the normal flash shooting distance range. -Make sure that the subject is within flash shooting distance range after compensation. You can manually adjust the exposure (compensate the Speedlight's light output level in the background, or a ...main subject at the edge of the frame, may cause overexposure or underexposure. Exposure compensation for flash photography "Plus" compensation "Minus" compensation In AUTO (TTL Auto Flash) mode, difficult scenes, ...
Instruction Manual
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... multiple flash operation with the SB-27, both TTL Auto and Manual (M) Flash modes are available. -Multiple flash operation in TTL Auto Flash mode is greater than one Speedlight (Applicable to all camera groups) Flash shooting with one flash unit Flash shooting with cameras in all groups. -In multiple flash operation in...to obtain correct exposure because of the following methods: • Set the built-in wide flash adapter to the upper or left direction. • Set the SB-27's flash operation to eliminate shadows, adjust the lighting ratio so that master unit illumination is possible ...
... multiple flash operation with the SB-27, both TTL Auto and Manual (M) Flash modes are available. -Multiple flash operation in TTL Auto Flash mode is greater than one Speedlight (Applicable to all camera groups) Flash shooting with one flash unit Flash shooting with cameras in all groups. -In multiple flash operation in...to obtain correct exposure because of the following methods: • Set the built-in wide flash adapter to the upper or left direction. • Set the SB-27's flash operation to eliminate shadows, adjust the lighting ratio so that master unit illumination is possible ...
Instruction Manual
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... instruction manual provided with the master flash unit. Speedlight coefficients SB-80DX (1), SB-50DX (1), SB-30 (1), SB-29s/29 (1), SB-28/28DX (1), SB-27 (1), SB-26 (1), SB-25 (1), SB-24 (1), SB-23 (4), SB-22s (1), SB-22 (6), SB-21 (4), SB-20 (9), SB-17 (4), SB-16 (4), SB-15 (4), SB-14 (1), SB-11 (1), SB-140 (1) Coefficient numbers in parentheses above are in Speedlight or a Speedlight mounted on the camera's hot shoe as the master flash unit, and one time does not...
... instruction manual provided with the master flash unit. Speedlight coefficients SB-80DX (1), SB-50DX (1), SB-30 (1), SB-29s/29 (1), SB-28/28DX (1), SB-27 (1), SB-26 (1), SB-25 (1), SB-24 (1), SB-23 (4), SB-22s (1), SB-22 (6), SB-21 (4), SB-20 (9), SB-17 (4), SB-16 (4), SB-15 (4), SB-14 (1), SB-11 (1), SB-140 (1) Coefficient numbers in parentheses above are in Speedlight or a Speedlight mounted on the camera's hot shoe as the master flash unit, and one time does not...
Instruction Manual
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Group I thru VI System chart for TTL multiple flash • SB-11, SB-14, SB-140, and SB-21B Speedlights cannot be used with DA-20/DP-20) F65-Series/N65-Series F-801s/N8008s F-801/N8008 Pronea 600i/6i Group III F-601/N6006, F-601M /N6000 ...-17 .BTUFSGMBTIVOJU SC-23 SB-14 SB-11 SB-140 SB-21B SB-15 SB-20 SB-22 SB-22s SB-23 SB-27 SB-30 SB-50DX SB-16B SB-24 SB-25 SB-26 SB-28/28DX SB-29/29s SB-80DX SB-16A SB-17 SB-21A SC-14 Items marked A on page 66 are connected to item A on page 67. Multiple flash operation-(Cameras in Groups I F5 (with...
Group I thru VI System chart for TTL multiple flash • SB-11, SB-14, SB-140, and SB-21B Speedlights cannot be used with DA-20/DP-20) F65-Series/N65-Series F-801s/N8008s F-801/N8008 Pronea 600i/6i Group III F-601/N6006, F-601M /N6000 ...-17 .BTUFSGMBTIVOJU SC-23 SB-14 SB-11 SB-140 SB-21B SB-15 SB-20 SB-22 SB-22s SB-23 SB-27 SB-30 SB-50DX SB-16B SB-24 SB-25 SB-26 SB-28/28DX SB-29/29s SB-80DX SB-16A SB-17 SB-21A SC-14 Items marked A on page 66 are connected to item A on page 67. Multiple flash operation-(Cameras in Groups I F5 (with...
Instruction Manual
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... connecting the SB-27 with other Speedlight slave units via optional sync cords. 2 Set Manual (M) Flash mode on the master flash unit. Set the slave unit(s) in the same way. 4 Follow the same procedures as a slave flash unit SB-80DX, SB-30, SB-29s/29, SB-28/28DX, SB-27, SB-26, SB-25, SB-24, SB-22s, SB-22, SB-20, SB-17, SB-16, SB-15, SB-14, SB-11, SB-140...
... connecting the SB-27 with other Speedlight slave units via optional sync cords. 2 Set Manual (M) Flash mode on the master flash unit. Set the slave unit(s) in the same way. 4 Follow the same procedures as a slave flash unit SB-80DX, SB-30, SB-29s/29, SB-28/28DX, SB-27, SB-26, SB-25, SB-24, SB-22s, SB-22, SB-20, SB-17, SB-16, SB-15, SB-14, SB-11, SB-140...
Instruction Manual
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.... To use a DC Unit, connect its power cord to the Speedlight. Using external power sources other than those specified by Nikon may cause unexpected damage to the SB-27's external power source terminal. -Even when powered with fresh batteries. **Install the same type of flash firings, and providing faster recycling time. Do not remove the...
.... To use a DC Unit, connect its power cord to the Speedlight. Using external power sources other than those specified by Nikon may cause unexpected damage to the SB-27's external power source terminal. -Even when powered with fresh batteries. **Install the same type of flash firings, and providing faster recycling time. Do not remove the...
Instruction Manual
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...slave Speedlight. Wireless Slave Flash Controller SU-4 Useful for multiple flash photography, the SU-4 features a built-in .) long; the SC-15 is approx. 25 cm (9.8 in , movable light sensor and an accessory shoe for TTL multiple flash operation, or if the slave flash units are not equipped with the SB-27. TTL Multi-Flash Sync... Cord SC-18 and SC-19 Use Multi-Flash Sync Cord SC-18 or SC-19 to connect the...
...slave Speedlight. Wireless Slave Flash Controller SU-4 Useful for multiple flash photography, the SU-4 features a built-in .) long; the SC-15 is approx. 25 cm (9.8 in , movable light sensor and an accessory shoe for TTL multiple flash operation, or if the slave flash units are not equipped with the SB-27. TTL Multi-Flash Sync... Cord SC-18 and SC-19 Use Multi-Flash Sync Cord SC-18 or SC-19 to connect the...
Instruction Manual
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...transmitter set that enables automatic remote control using modulated light for multiple flash operation with Nikon Speedlights such as SB-27 and SB-28 featuring ISO-type mounting foot (not designed for F3-Series cameras providing TTL flash operation with more than two flash units. The SD-7 uses six C-type alkaline-manganese batteries.... The SD-8/8A uses six AA-type alkaline-manganese batteries or six AA-type NiCd batteries. Optional accessories TTL Flash Unit Coupler AS-17 for F3-Series cameras Dedicated adapter for F3). Modulate Remote Control Set ML-2 The ML-2 consists of...
...transmitter set that enables automatic remote control using modulated light for multiple flash operation with Nikon Speedlights such as SB-27 and SB-28 featuring ISO-type mounting foot (not designed for F3-Series cameras providing TTL flash operation with more than two flash units. The SD-7 uses six C-type alkaline-manganese batteries.... The SD-8/8A uses six AA-type alkaline-manganese batteries or six AA-type NiCd batteries. Optional accessories TTL Flash Unit Coupler AS-17 for F3-Series cameras Dedicated adapter for F3). Modulate Remote Control Set ML-2 The ML-2 consists of...
Instruction Manual
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... range varies depending on -camera exposure compensation, you can manually adjust the amount of flash output when using a Speedlight in order to receive sufficient illumination from the flash. Bounce flash operation Bounce the light off the ceiling, you can create a "catchlight" which cannot...; Recommended with Center-Weighted or Spot metering. The SB-27 comes with Matrix Balanced Fill-Flash. These metering systems measure the background brightness and control the flash, providing less light than with a built-in wide flash adapter for this purpose. (Applicable to all camera ...
... range varies depending on -camera exposure compensation, you can manually adjust the amount of flash output when using a Speedlight in order to receive sufficient illumination from the flash. Bounce flash operation Bounce the light off the ceiling, you can create a "catchlight" which cannot...; Recommended with Center-Weighted or Spot metering. The SB-27 comes with Matrix Balanced Fill-Flash. These metering systems measure the background brightness and control the flash, providing less light than with a built-in wide flash adapter for this purpose. (Applicable to all camera ...
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...the SB-27 fires a brief series of nearly invisible preflashes known as to F4-Series, F-801s/N8008s, F-801/N8008, Pronea 600i/6i, F-601/N6006, F-601M/N6000, F65-Series/N65-Series, F60-Series/N60, F50-Series/N50, and F-401X/N5005) Monitor Preflash In Automatic Balanced Fill-Flash with ...does not overpower the background. (Applicable to keep both subject and background perfectly exposed. Glossary of terms Front-curtain sync flash In normal flash synchronization, the Speedlight fires at the beginning of GN [ISO 100 . These preflashes are detected by the camera's TTL Multi Sensor, ...
...the SB-27 fires a brief series of nearly invisible preflashes known as to F4-Series, F-801s/N8008s, F-801/N8008, Pronea 600i/6i, F-601/N6006, F-601M/N6000, F65-Series/N65-Series, F60-Series/N60, F50-Series/N50, and F-401X/N5005) Monitor Preflash In Automatic Balanced Fill-Flash with ...does not overpower the background. (Applicable to keep both subject and background perfectly exposed. Glossary of terms Front-curtain sync flash In normal flash synchronization, the Speedlight fires at the beginning of GN [ISO 100 . These preflashes are detected by the camera's TTL Multi Sensor, ...
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The SB-27 fires a series of unnatural light that appears before the rear shutter curtain starts to F5, F100, F90X/N90s, F90-Series/N90, F80-Series/N80-Series, ... or to illuminate a distant background. (Applicable to all camera groups) Non-TTL auto flash The light output is automatically controlled to match the flash-tosubject distance measured by the Speedlight's light sensor. (Applicable to all camera groups) Programmed TTL Auto Flash Simply set the lens to its minimum aperture (highest f-number), and the camera...
The SB-27 fires a series of unnatural light that appears before the rear shutter curtain starts to F5, F100, F90X/N90s, F90-Series/N90, F80-Series/N80-Series, ... or to illuminate a distant background. (Applicable to all camera groups) Non-TTL auto flash The light output is automatically controlled to match the flash-tosubject distance measured by the Speedlight's light sensor. (Applicable to all camera groups) Programmed TTL Auto Flash Simply set the lens to its minimum aperture (highest f-number), and the camera...