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... About the SB-5000 The SB-5000 is possible in Nikon FX format with CLS and a CPU lens. To get the most out of 34.5/113 (ISO 100, A m/ft) (at the 35 mm zoom head position in wireless multiple flash-unit photography. CLS-compatible cameras Nikon digital SLR (Nikon FX/DX ...differ from the actual product. In addition to conventional optical control, radio control is a high-performance Speedlight compatible with Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS) with a guide number of your Speedlight, please read this user's manual thoroughly before use. • For details about camera functions and ...
... About the SB-5000 The SB-5000 is possible in Nikon FX format with CLS and a CPU lens. To get the most out of 34.5/113 (ISO 100, A m/ft) (at the 35 mm zoom head position in wireless multiple flash-unit photography. CLS-compatible cameras Nikon digital SLR (Nikon FX/DX ...differ from the actual product. In addition to conventional optical control, radio control is a high-performance Speedlight compatible with Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS) with a guide number of your Speedlight, please read this user's manual thoroughly before use. • For details about camera functions and ...
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Preparation Table of Contents A Preparation A About the SB-5000 and This User's Manual A-1 For Your Safety A-7 Wireless Regulation Data A-11 Check before Use A-13 Operation B Speedlight Parts B-1 Settings and the LCD B-5 Menu B-9 Unified Flash Control B-12 Basic Operations B-14 Menu Items and Settings B-22 Flash Modes C i-TTL Mode C-2 Manual Flash Mode C-4 Auto Aperture Flash Mode C-6 Non-TTL Auto Flash Mode C-6 Distance-priority Manual Flash Mode C-6 Repeating Flash Mode C-7 A-4
Preparation Table of Contents A Preparation A About the SB-5000 and This User's Manual A-1 For Your Safety A-7 Wireless Regulation Data A-11 Check before Use A-13 Operation B Speedlight Parts B-1 Settings and the LCD B-5 Menu B-9 Unified Flash Control B-12 Basic Operations B-14 Menu Items and Settings B-22 Flash Modes C i-TTL Mode C-2 Manual Flash Mode C-4 Auto Aperture Flash Mode C-6 Non-TTL Auto Flash Mode C-6 Distance-priority Manual Flash Mode C-6 Repeating Flash Mode C-7 A-4
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Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography D SB-5000 Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography Examples D-1 A SB-5000 Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography Using Radio Control D-4 SB-5000 Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography Using Preparation Optical Control D-5 SB-5000 Functions for Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography D-7 Setting the Master Flash Unit D-9 Setting a Remote Flash Unit D-11 Preparation for Photography D-12 Advanced Wireless Lighting D-17 Setting up Remote Flash Units D-23...
Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography D SB-5000 Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography Examples D-1 A SB-5000 Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography Using Radio Control D-4 SB-5000 Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography Using Preparation Optical Control D-5 SB-5000 Functions for Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography D-7 Setting the Master Flash Unit D-9 Setting a Remote Flash Unit D-11 Preparation for Photography D-12 Advanced Wireless Lighting D-17 Setting up Remote Flash Units D-23...
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... not clean with organic solvents such as paint thinner or benzene, spray with insecticide, or store with wet hands. Batteries may become hot if the flash is fired multiple times in electric shock. Use of A electronic equipment in this precaution could damage or discolor the product's plastic parts. When removing the...
... not clean with organic solvents such as paint thinner or benzene, spray with insecticide, or store with wet hands. Batteries may become hot if the flash is fired multiple times in electric shock. Use of A electronic equipment in this precaution could damage or discolor the product's plastic parts. When removing the...
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...batteries comes in contact with clothing, eyes or skin, rinse immediately with the skin or other objects could cause burns. • Using the flash close contact with plenty of water. • Dispose of a motor vehicle. A • Do not transport or store with metal objects such... as discoloration or deformation. • If liquid from the subject when using the flash • Using a flash in close to disposal, insulate the terminals with local regulations. Stay at the operator of used for an extended period. • ...
...batteries comes in contact with clothing, eyes or skin, rinse immediately with the skin or other objects could cause burns. • Using the flash close contact with plenty of water. • Dispose of a motor vehicle. A • Do not transport or store with metal objects such... as discoloration or deformation. • If liquid from the subject when using the flash • Using a flash in close to disposal, insulate the terminals with local regulations. Stay at the operator of used for an extended period. • ...
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Operation 1 Flash head 2 Flash head tilting/rotating lock release button (0B-18) 3 Light sensor window for wireless remote flash (0D-25) 4 Battery-chamber cover 5 Battery-chamber cover lock release (0B-14) 6 indicator 7 Built-in bounce card (0E-4) 8 Built-in wide panel (0E-6) 9 Flash panel 10 Filter detector (0E-10) 11 AF-assist illuminator (0E-13) 12 External power source B terminal (supplied with cover) (0F-13) 13 Light sensor for non-TTL auto flash (0C-6) 14 External AF-assist illuminator contacts 15 Locking pin 16 Accessory shoe contacts 17 Mounting foot B-2
Operation 1 Flash head 2 Flash head tilting/rotating lock release button (0B-18) 3 Light sensor window for wireless remote flash (0D-25) 4 Battery-chamber cover 5 Battery-chamber cover lock release (0B-14) 6 indicator 7 Built-in bounce card (0E-4) 8 Built-in wide panel (0E-6) 9 Flash panel 10 Filter detector (0E-10) 11 AF-assist illuminator (0E-13) 12 External power source B terminal (supplied with cover) (0F-13) 13 Light sensor for non-TTL auto flash (0C-6) 14 External AF-assist illuminator contacts 15 Locking pin 16 Accessory shoe contacts 17 Mounting foot B-2
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... items vary depending on the position of the power switch REMOTE: Optical control remote mode Direct remote mode Radio control remote mode ON: Single flash-unit mode Optical control master mode Radio control master mode 29 Test firing button • Controls test firing (0E-13) 30 Power switch ... to turn power on and off • Set the index to choose the desired function REMOTE: Remote mode (0D-11) ON: Single flash-unit mode (0B-18, C-1) Master mode (0D-9) 31 Rotary multi selector • Selects flash mode or other items (0B-6) 32 OK button • Confirms selected setting B-4
... items vary depending on the position of the power switch REMOTE: Optical control remote mode Direct remote mode Radio control remote mode ON: Single flash-unit mode Optical control master mode Radio control master mode 29 Test firing button • Controls test firing (0E-13) 30 Power switch ... to turn power on and off • Set the index to choose the desired function REMOTE: Remote mode (0D-11) ON: Single flash-unit mode (0B-18, C-1) Master mode (0D-9) 31 Rotary multi selector • Selects flash mode or other items (0B-6) 32 OK button • Confirms selected setting B-4
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... multi selector to B highlight the item to be configured and choose desired setting. Displayed icons vary according to selected flash modes and settings. • The basic control of settings. Settings and the LCD Icons on the LCD show the status of SB-5000 functions is selected and returns to normal display after 8 seconds.
... multi selector to B highlight the item to be configured and choose desired setting. Displayed icons vary according to selected flash modes and settings. • The basic control of settings. Settings and the LCD Icons on the LCD show the status of SB-5000 functions is selected and returns to normal display after 8 seconds.
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... selector 2 highlights the flash mode (0B-20). B Operation [ ] Flash compensation value/Flash output level in manual flash mode (0C-4). [ ] Zoom head position Pressing the rotary multi selector 4 highlights the zoom head position (0E-12). • The zoom head position is automatically set to match the lens focal length when the SB-5000 is attached to a camera...
... selector 2 highlights the flash mode (0B-20). B Operation [ ] Flash compensation value/Flash output level in manual flash mode (0C-4). [ ] Zoom head position Pressing the rotary multi selector 4 highlights the zoom head position (0E-12). • The zoom head position is automatically set to match the lens focal length when the SB-5000 is attached to a camera...
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... settings icons Zoom head position Flash mode Flash compensation value/Flash output level in manual flash mode Aperture (in non-TTL auto flash mode) B Flash-to-subject distance (in distance-priority manual flash mode) Number of flash firings (in repeating flash mode) Frequency of flash firings (in repeating flash mode) Amount of underexposure due to insufficient flash output (in i-TTL mode, underexposure...
... settings icons Zoom head position Flash mode Flash compensation value/Flash output level in manual flash mode Aperture (in non-TTL auto flash mode) B Flash-to-subject distance (in distance-priority manual flash mode) Number of flash firings (in repeating flash mode) Frequency of flash firings (in repeating flash mode) Amount of underexposure due to insufficient flash output (in i-TTL mode, underexposure...
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While the SB-5000 settings can be configured. ˙ Single flash-unit mode B • Flash mode • Flash compensation value/flash output level in manual flash mode • Flash-to the camera. The following settings can be shared by the SB-5000 and the camera. Unified Flash Control When the SB-5000 is attached to a camera compatible with unified flash control, flash function settings can be...
While the SB-5000 settings can be configured. ˙ Single flash-unit mode B • Flash mode • Flash compensation value/flash output level in manual flash mode • Flash-to the camera. The following settings can be shared by the SB-5000 and the camera. Unified Flash Control When the SB-5000 is attached to a camera compatible with unified flash control, flash function settings can be...
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B-13 Changed settings are applied to the camera after the SB-5000 is attached. Operation Flash function settings for remote flash units are changed on the SB-5000 when not attached to a camera, the configured settings will be applied to the camera. • If flash function settings are shared. SB-5000 Camera B ˡ ˠ Settings are made on the SB-5000.
B-13 Changed settings are applied to the camera after the SB-5000 is attached. Operation Flash function settings for remote flash units are changed on the SB-5000 when not attached to a camera, the configured settings will be applied to the camera. • If flash function settings are shared. SB-5000 Camera B ˡ ˠ Settings are made on the SB-5000.
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...recharging When replacing batteries, use 4 fresh AA-size batteries or fully-charged rechargeable batteries of different types or makes. B Battery type Time the flash-ready indicator takes to "Specifications" (0F-17). • Alkaline battery performance may vary greatly depending on the manufacturer. • 1.5 V... R6 (AA-size) carbon-zinc batteries are not recommended. • Using an optional external power source increases the number of flashes for the battery on the section, "Notes on 1.5 V LR6 (AA-size) alkaline battery 20 s or more 1.2 V HR6 (AA-size) ...
...recharging When replacing batteries, use 4 fresh AA-size batteries or fully-charged rechargeable batteries of different types or makes. B Battery type Time the flash-ready indicator takes to "Specifications" (0F-17). • Alkaline battery performance may vary greatly depending on the manufacturer. • 1.5 V... R6 (AA-size) carbon-zinc batteries are not recommended. • Using an optional external power source increases the number of flashes for the battery on the section, "Notes on 1.5 V LR6 (AA-size) alkaline battery 20 s or more 1.2 V HR6 (AA-size) ...
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...lever 90° to the left, and then slide the SB-5000's mounting foot from the camera's accessory shoe. • If the SB-5000's mounting foot cannot be removed from the camera when not in use. v Cameras with auto pop-up flash units Turn the SB-5000 on when it is attached to a camera with a built...-in, auto pop-up automatically and strike the SB-5000. B-17 When the SB-5000 is turned off , turn the mounting foot lock lever 90° to the...
...lever 90° to the left, and then slide the SB-5000's mounting foot from the camera's accessory shoe. • If the SB-5000's mounting foot cannot be removed from the camera when not in use. v Cameras with auto pop-up flash units Turn the SB-5000 on when it is attached to a camera with a built...-in, auto pop-up automatically and strike the SB-5000. B-17 When the SB-5000 is turned off , turn the mounting foot lock lever 90° to the...
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B STEP4 Turning the camera and SB-5000 on Turn the camera on. Set the SB-5000's power switch to the forward-facing position. • The flash head is locked when tilted 90° up or set in the forward-facing position. Operation B-18 STEP3 Adjusting the flash head While holding down the flash head tilting/rotating lock release button, adjust the flash head to [ON].
B STEP4 Turning the camera and SB-5000 on Turn the camera on. Set the SB-5000's power switch to the forward-facing position. • The flash head is locked when tilted 90° up or set in the forward-facing position. Operation B-18 STEP3 Adjusting the flash head While holding down the flash head tilting/rotating lock release button, adjust the flash head to [ON].
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... camera Zoom head position Aperture f-number • (monitor pre-flashes) appears on the LCD when the SB-5000 is in communication with a CLS-compatible camera. • When the SB-5000 is set manually. • Some flash modes are displayed depending on the information received from the camera.... • An above the indicator appears on the SB-5000 settings and the camera and lens in communication with the following settings: flash mode: i-TTL; B-19 image area: FX format; ISO sensitivity: 100; aperture f-number: 5.6...
... camera Zoom head position Aperture f-number • (monitor pre-flashes) appears on the LCD when the SB-5000 is in communication with a CLS-compatible camera. • When the SB-5000 is set manually. • Some flash modes are displayed depending on the information received from the camera.... • An above the indicator appears on the SB-5000 settings and the camera and lens in communication with the following settings: flash mode: i-TTL; B-19 image area: FX format; ISO sensitivity: 100; aperture f-number: 5.6...
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... the LCD. • Pressing the rotary multi selector 3 4 or rotating it counterclockwise changes the available flash mode icons displayed on the LCD in reverse order. • Only available flash modes are displayed on the LCD. • Flash mode can also be configured in menu (0B-9). Press the rotary multi selector 2 to choose single...
... the LCD. • Pressing the rotary multi selector 3 4 or rotating it counterclockwise changes the available flash mode icons displayed on the LCD in reverse order. • Only available flash modes are displayed on the LCD. • Flash mode can also be configured in menu (0B-9). Press the rotary multi selector 2 to choose single...
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Operation Make sure that the flash-ready indicator on the SB-5000 or in the camera's viewfinder is on before taking a picture. • Set the flash compensation value if necessary (0E-12). B B-21
Operation Make sure that the flash-ready indicator on the SB-5000 or in the camera's viewfinder is on before taking a picture. • Set the flash compensation value if necessary (0E-12). B B-21
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Operation Menu Items and Settings Various operations for the SB-5000 can be easily set (for example, flash B mode deselection in use, some menu items and settings do not function even though they can be configured, and then press the OK button. Press ... are indicated with grid marks on functions in remote mode). Menu settings Press the MENU button to the combination of camera and status of the SB-5000. • Depending on both sides.
Operation Menu Items and Settings Various operations for the SB-5000 can be easily set (for example, flash B mode deselection in use, some menu items and settings do not function even though they can be configured, and then press the OK button. Press ... are indicated with grid marks on functions in remote mode). Menu settings Press the MENU button to the combination of camera and status of the SB-5000. • Depending on both sides.
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... to confirm the selection. B-23 Operation B Item being selected Menu tabs Available selection Items indicated with grid marks can be configured but do not affect flash operation.
... to confirm the selection. B-23 Operation B Item being selected Menu tabs Available selection Items indicated with grid marks can be configured but do not affect flash operation.