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...New FM2 Nikonos V*5 FM10 FE10 Programmed TTL Auto Flash Standard TTL Flash A Non-TTL Auto Flash*7 M Manual Flash : Available : Not available In this manual thoroughly before use flash unit offering you need to learn about using the SB-27 with Nikon cameras. Please refer to . For optimum results,... which group your camera group. Foreword Thank you for purchasing the Nikon Autofocus Speedlight SB-27, an easy-to-use . You will find all the information you the most advanced flash technology. The SB-27's extensive capabilities range from I to VII) unless otherwise noted.
...New FM2 Nikonos V*5 FM10 FE10 Programmed TTL Auto Flash Standard TTL Flash A Non-TTL Auto Flash*7 M Manual Flash : Available : Not available In this manual thoroughly before use flash unit offering you need to learn about using the SB-27 with Nikon cameras. Please refer to . For optimum results,... which group your camera group. Foreword Thank you for purchasing the Nikon Autofocus Speedlight SB-27, an easy-to-use . You will find all the information you the most advanced flash technology. The SB-27's extensive capabilities range from I to VII) unless otherwise noted.
Instruction Manual
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.... NOTE Denotes a useful point that should be used in CPU • D- About this manual Denotes important points where caution or mandatory action is required. Nikkor lenses with instructions on preparing the Speedlight for future reference. or G-type Nikkor lenses • IX Nikkor lenses** • Non...F3AF ** IX Nikkor lenses are designed for use with the Nikon Advanced Photo System (IX240) format SLR camera body only and cannot be remembered for shooting and move on to a variety of basic and advanced flash photographic techniques covering all available functions. • In the ...
.... NOTE Denotes a useful point that should be used in CPU • D- About this manual Denotes important points where caution or mandatory action is required. Nikkor lenses with instructions on preparing the Speedlight for future reference. or G-type Nikkor lenses • IX Nikkor lenses** • Non...F3AF ** IX Nikkor lenses are designed for use with the Nikon Advanced Photo System (IX240) format SLR camera body only and cannot be remembered for shooting and move on to a variety of basic and advanced flash photographic techniques covering all available functions. • In the ...
Instruction Manual
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... for malfunctions caused by using the SB-27 in ways not specified in this manual, or using the Speedlight ■Take some trial shots. Take special care when detaching the SB-27 from your Speedlight. -Nikon cannot be held responsible for use . Tips on using the SB-27 with a camera made by another ... the wheel again. Push the foot forward gently once in the direction of arrow ➀, and slowly detach the 1 SB-27. Before taking important flash photographs, take a few trial shots first to make sure the Speedlight is working properly. ■Use only Nikon-approved equipment.
... for malfunctions caused by using the SB-27 in ways not specified in this manual, or using the Speedlight ■Take some trial shots. Take special care when detaching the SB-27 from your Speedlight. -Nikon cannot be held responsible for use . Tips on using the SB-27 with a camera made by another ... the wheel again. Push the foot forward gently once in the direction of arrow ➀, and slowly detach the 1 SB-27. Before taking important flash photographs, take a few trial shots first to make sure the Speedlight is working properly. ■Use only Nikon-approved equipment.
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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 the...
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 the...
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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 and...
... 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 and...
Instruction Manual
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... fast enough to synchronize with the type of the Speedlight. in all groups) Synchronization in continuous shooting The SB-27 is possible to take up to 15 flashes per second. 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...
... fast enough to synchronize with the type of the Speedlight. in all groups) Synchronization in continuous shooting The SB-27 is possible to take up to 15 flashes per second. 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...
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.... -Make sure that the subject is very dark, use "-" compensation. -In Automatic Balanced Fill-Flash with TTL Multi Sensor operation using cameras in TTL Auto Flash mode) to the shooting conditions. You can manually adjust the exposure (compensate the Speedlight's light output level in Group I, the camera automatically compensates exposure according to make the...
.... -Make sure that the subject is very dark, use "-" compensation. -In Automatic Balanced Fill-Flash with TTL Multi Sensor operation using cameras in TTL Auto Flash mode) to the shooting conditions. You can manually adjust the exposure (compensate the Speedlight's light output level in Group I, the camera automatically compensates exposure according to make the...
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...unit and which the secondary (Slave) unit(s). First cancel Monitor Preflash using more than one Speedlight (Applicable to all groups. -In multiple flash operation in either TTL or manual mode, first decide which will be able to extend light up into the background, use ...flash operation in Manual (M) Flash mode is greater than one of a change in TTL Auto Flash mode is possible with more than one unit When you wish to Spot (except F90X/N90s, F90- Multiple flash operation-using one flash unit. For multiple flash operation with the SB-27, both TTL Auto and Manual (M) Flash ...
...unit and which the secondary (Slave) unit(s). First cancel Monitor Preflash using more than one Speedlight (Applicable to all groups. -In multiple flash operation in either TTL or manual mode, first decide which will be able to extend light up into the background, use ...flash operation in Manual (M) Flash mode is greater than one of a change in TTL Auto Flash mode is possible with more than one unit When you wish to Spot (except F90X/N90s, F90- Multiple flash operation-using one flash unit. For multiple flash operation with the SB-27, both TTL Auto and Manual (M) Flash ...
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... resets the circuits so you may not be able to manual (M). • These Nikon Speedlights are in parentheses above are usable: SB-29s/29, SB-28/28DX, SB-27, SB-26, SB-25, SB-24, SB-23, SB-22s, SB-22, SB-20, SB-18, SB-16B, SB-15 • For more Speedlights mounted on the camera's hot shoe as slave flash units. In this case, turn each of the coefficient...
... resets the circuits so you may not be able to manual (M). • These Nikon Speedlights are in parentheses above are usable: SB-29s/29, SB-28/28DX, SB-27, SB-26, SB-25, SB-24, SB-23, SB-22s, SB-22, SB-20, SB-18, SB-16B, SB-15 • For more Speedlights mounted on the camera's hot shoe as slave flash units. In this case, turn each of the coefficient...
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For guide numbers for connecting the SB-27 with other Speedlight slave units via optional sync cords. 2 Set Manual (M) Flash mode on each light output in Manual (M) Flash mode. Multiple flash operation-(Applicable to all camera groups) Manual multiple flash operation procedures (Applicable to -subject shooting distance on the master flash unit. Set the slave unit(s) in the same way. 4 Follow the...
For guide numbers for connecting the SB-27 with other Speedlight slave units via optional sync cords. 2 Set Manual (M) Flash mode on each light output in Manual (M) Flash mode. Multiple flash operation-(Applicable to all camera groups) Manual multiple flash operation procedures (Applicable to -subject shooting distance on the master flash unit. Set the slave unit(s) in the same way. 4 Follow the...
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... flash terminal of a slave Speedlight. The SC-17 is approx. 1.5 m (4.9 ft.) long. Wireless Slave Flash Controller SU-4 Useful for multiple flash photography, the SU-4 features a built-in, movable light sensor and an accessory shoe for attachment of the SC-17 or AS-10 for TTL Auto Flash operation when using the SB-27 off -camera or mounting the SB-27...
... flash terminal of a slave Speedlight. The SC-17 is approx. 1.5 m (4.9 ft.) long. Wireless Slave Flash Controller SU-4 Useful for multiple flash photography, the SU-4 features a built-in, movable light sensor and an accessory shoe for attachment of the SC-17 or AS-10 for TTL Auto Flash operation when using the SB-27 off -camera or mounting the SB-27...
Instruction Manual
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...sure to normal. a coat pocket), or use fully-charged NiCd batteries. The SB-27 will recover when the temperature goes back to use the battery charger specified by the battery maker and read the instruction manual thoroughly. • Charging should after being properly charged, they are approaching the ...manganese batteries. -Other performance data differs depending on batteries About NiCd batteries Please note the following points when using your Speedlight. • If NiCd batteries do not last as long as this may shorten battery life. Using the SB-27 in a warm place (e.g.
...sure to normal. a coat pocket), or use fully-charged NiCd batteries. The SB-27 will recover when the temperature goes back to use the battery charger specified by the battery maker and read the instruction manual thoroughly. • Charging should after being properly charged, they are approaching the ...manganese batteries. -Other performance data differs depending on batteries About NiCd batteries Please note the following points when using your Speedlight. • If NiCd batteries do not last as long as this may shorten battery life. Using the SB-27 in a warm place (e.g.
Instruction Manual
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...Balanced Fill-Flash. overexpose if your subject is within acceptable flash shooting distance range in order to the edge of flash output when using the SB-27's built-...manually adjust the amount of the frame, underexpose; In flash operation, make sure that the subject is positioned against an "infinity" background. (Applicable to all camera groups) Bounce flash... F-401x/ N5005) Flash exposure compensation In combination with a built-in wide flash adapter for this purpose. (Applicable to all camera groups) Catchlight By using a Speedlight in AUTO flash mode. These metering ...
...Balanced Fill-Flash. overexpose if your subject is within acceptable flash shooting distance range in order to the edge of flash output when using the SB-27's built-...manually adjust the amount of the frame, underexpose; In flash operation, make sure that the subject is positioned against an "infinity" background. (Applicable to all camera groups) Bounce flash... F-401x/ N5005) Flash exposure compensation In combination with a built-in wide flash adapter for this purpose. (Applicable to all camera groups) Catchlight By using a Speedlight in AUTO flash mode. These metering ...