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SB - 700 User’ s Manual SB - 700 Autofocus Speedlight En En.
A – 2 Preparation A About the SB-700 and This User’ s Manual Thank you for purchasing the Nikon Speedlight SB-700. T o get the most out of your Speedlight, please read this user’ s manual thoroughly before use.
A – 3 Preparation A ❑ Speedlight Stand AS-22 ❑ Nikon Diffusion Dome SW-14H ❑ Incandescent Filter SZ-3TN ❑ Fluorescent Filter SZ-3FL ❑ Soft Case SS-700 ❑ User’ s manual (this manual) .
A – 4 Preparation A About the SB-700 and This User’ s Manual About the SB-700 The SB-700 is a high-performance Speedlight compatible with Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS) with a guide number of 28/39 (ISO 100/200, m) (92/128, ft.) (at the 35 mm zoom head position in Nikon FX format with standard illumination pattern, 20 °C/68 °F).
A – 5 Preparation A v Describes a point to which you should pay particular attention in order to avoid Speedlight malfunctions or mistakes. t Includes information or tips to make Speedlight use easier . 0 Reference to other pages in this manual Icons used in this manual t Tips on identifying CPU NIKKOR lenses CPU lenses have CPU contacts.
A – 6 Preparation A About the SB-700 and This User’ s Manual T erminology Default settings: function and mode settings at the time of purchase Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS): a lighting syst.
A – 7 Preparation A i-TTL mode: fl ash mode in which the SB-700 fi res monitor pre- fl ashes and the camera measures the re fl ected light and controls the SB-700 fl ash output Monitor pre- fl.
A – 8 Preparation A About the SB-700 and This User’ s Manual Wireless multiple fl ash-unit photography: fl ash photography with multiple wireless fl ash units simultaneously fi ring Master fl.
A – 9 A B C D E F G H Q&A Index Y ou can search for speci fi c explanations according to objective. Flash photography 1 (with SB-700 mounted on camera) Question Key phrase 0 Which fl ash mode .
A – 10 Preparation A Q&A Index Question Key phrase 0 How can I use autofocus in dim lighting? AF-assist illumination E-27 How can I take pictures of both the subject and background at night? Slo.
A – 11 Preparation A T able of Contents A Preparation About the SB-700 and This User’ s Manual ..........................A-2 Q&A Index .........................................................................A-9 For Y our Safety ..............
A – 12 Preparation A T able of Contents Remote Flash Units ..........................................................D-23 Checking Status in Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography .................................................................D-27 E Functions Switching Illumination Patterns .
A – 13 Preparation A F For Use with Non-CLS-compatible SLR Cameras ........................................................................ F-1 G For Use with COOLPIX Cameras ....................... G-1 H Tips on Speedlight Care and Refer ence Information T roubleshooting .
A – 14 Preparation A Before using your pr oduct, please read the following safety pr ecautions carefully and thor oughly to ensure corr ect and safe use and to help prevent damage to your Nikon pr oduct or injury to yourself or others. For quick refer ence by those who use the product, please keep these safety instructions near the product.
A – 15 Preparation A If the flash unit is dropped and damaged, do not touch 4. any exposed interior metal parts. Such parts, especially the Speedlight’ s capacitor and associated parts, could be in a high-charge state and if touched could cause an electric shock.
A – 16 Preparation A Do not fire the flash unit dir ectly at the driver of a moving 8. car , as this could temporarily impair the driver’ s vision and cause an accident. Do not fire the flash unit dir ectly into the eyes of someone 9. that is at close range, as it could damage the retinas of their eyes.
A – 17 Preparation A When using standard size (AA, AAA, C, D) or other common 15. rechargeable batteries such as NiMH batteries, or when recharging them, be sur e to use only the battery charger specified by the battery maker and read the instructions thoroughly .
A – 18 Preparation A For Y our Safety CAUTIONS for Speedlights Do not touch the flash unit with wet hands, 1. as this could cause an electric shock. Keep the flash unit away from childr en to prevent them 2.
A – 19 Preparation A W ARNINGS for Batteries Never heat or throw batteries into a fir e, 1. as this could cause the batteries to leak corrosive liquids, generate heat or explode. Do not short-circuit or disassemble the batteries 2. because this could cause the batteries to leak corrosive liquids, generate heat or explode.
A – 20 Preparation A If corrosive liquids seep fr om the batteries and come in 8. contact with your skin or clothes, wash immediately with running water . Prolonged contact could injure your skin. Always follow the warnings and instructions printed on the 9.
A – 21 Preparation A When recycling or disposing of batteries, be sur e to insulate 16. their terminals with tape. If the battery’ s positive and negative terminals short-circuit after coming into contact with metallic objects, it could cause fire, heat generation or an explosion.
A – 22 Preparation A For Y our Safety CAUTION for Batteries Do not throw or apply str ong physical shocks to the batteries as this could cause batteries to leak corrosive liquids, generate heat or explode. Symbol for separate collection applicable in European countries This symbol indicates that this product is to be collected separately .
A – 23 Preparation A Check befor e Use Tips on using the Speedlight T ake trial shots T ake trial shots before photographing important occasions such as weddings or graduations.
A – 24 Preparation A Check before Use Life-long learning As part of Nikon’ s “life-long learning” commitment to ongoing product support and education, continually updated information is available online at the following websites: For users in the United States: • http://www .
A – 25 Preparation A.
Operation B B – 1 B Operation Speedlight Parts 2 5 6 3 1 11 12 9, 10 7 14 13 16 15 8 4.
Operation B B – 2 1. Flash head 2. Flash head tilting/rotating lock release button ( 0 E-6) 3. Light sensor window for wireless remote fl ash ( 0 D-23) 4. Battery chamber cover 5. Battery chamber cover lock release ( 0 B-8) 6. Built-in bounce card ( 0 E-12) 7.
Operation B B – 3 Speedlight Parts 20 21 17 19 18.
Operation B B – 4 17. Flash head tilting angle scale ( 0 E-6) 18. Flash head rotating angle scale ( 0 E-6) 19. Flash-ready indicator ( 0 B-15, D-27) 20.
Operation B B – 5 Speedlight Parts 25 24 29 28 31 27 22 26 23 30.
Operation B B – 6 22. Mode selector Selects fl ash mode. 23. [ZOOM] button Press to adjust zoom head position. ( 0 E-26) 24. T est fi ring button Controls test fi ring. ( 0 E-29) 25. [MENU] button Displays custom settings. ( 0 B-18) 26. Selector dial Rotate to change selected item.
Operation B B – 7 Basic Operations This section covers basic procedur es in i-TTL mode in combination with a CLS-compatible camera. v Notes on continuous fl ash photography T o prevent the SB-700 from overheating, allow it to cool down for at • least 10 minutes after 15 times of continuous firing.
Operation B B – 8 Slide the battery chamber cover open while pressing the battery chamber cover lock release. Insert the batteries following the [+] and [-] marks.
Operation B B – 9 1.5 V alkaline AA battery 1.5 V lithium AA battery Rechargeable 1.2 V NiMH AA battery Suitable batteries When replacing batteries, use four fr esh AA-type batteries of the same brand from any of the following types: For minimum recycling time and number of flashes for each battery • type, refer to “Specifications.
Operation B B – 10 Replacing/recharging batteries Refer to the following table to determine when to replace batteries with fresh ones or r echarge batteries according to how long the fl ash- ready indicator takes to come on. 1.5 V alkaline AA battery 10 seconds or more 1.
Operation B B – 11 Make sure the SB-700 and the camera body are turned off. Make sure the mounting foot lock lever is on the left (white dot). Slide the SB-700’ s mounting foot into the camera’ s accessory shoe.
Operation B B – 12 Detaching the SB-700 from the camera Make sure the SB-700 and the camera body are turned off, turn the lock lever 90° to the left, and then slide the SB-700’ s mounting foot from the camera’ s accessory shoe.
Operation B B – 13 Adjust the fl ash head to the front position. The flash head is locked at front. • LCD indicator for flash head status Flash head is set at front. Flash head is set at angle other than front. (Flash head is tilted up or r otated to the right or left.
Operation B B – 14 T urn the SB-700 and the camera body on. STEP 4 T ur ning the SB-700 and camera on LCD sample The image below is the SB-700 LCD sample under the following • conditions: flash mode: i-TTL mode; image area: DX format; illumination pattern: standard; ISO sensitivity: 100; zoom head position: 35 mm; f-number of aperture: 5.
Operation B B – 15 Set the mode selector to [TTL]. Make sure that the fl ash- ready indicator on the SB-700 or in the camera’ s view fi nder is on befor e taking a picture.
Operation B B – 16 Settings and the LCD Icons on the LCD show the status of settings. Displayed icons vary according to selected fl ash modes and settings. Configurable settings are highlighted when the [SEL] button is • pressed. Highlighted settings can be changed with the selector dial.
Operation B B – 17 Custom Functions and Settings V arious operations for the SB-700 can be easily set using the LCD. Displayed icons vary according to the combination of camera and • status of the SB-700. Functions and settings indicated with grid boxes do not function • even though they can be configured and set.
Operation B B – 18 Custom setting Press the [MENU] button to display the custom setting. Rotate the selector dial to choose an item, and then press the [OK] button. The highlighted item can be • configured. Position of highlighted item (within 11 items) This is not displayed while a selected item is being con fi gured.
Operation B B – 19 Rotate the selector dial to highlight the chosen setting, and then press the [OK] button. Highlighted while selected • Press the [OK] button to r eturn • display to item selection. Available selection º : Current setting Press the [MENU] button to return to normal display .
Operation B B – 20 A vailable custom functions and settings ( Bold: default) Color fi lters ( 0 E-20) The color of the fi lter in use can be set. RED BLUE YELLOW AMBER OTHER (Set when fi lter color is none of the above.
Operation B B – 21 LCD panel contrast ( 0 H-11) Contrast levels are displayed on the LCD in a nine-step graph. 5 levels in 9 steps Standby function ( 0 E-30) Adjusting the time before the standby function is activated.
Operation B B – 22 Unit of measuring distance m: meters ft: feet AF-assist illumination ( 0 E-27) ON: Activate AF-assist illumination OFF: Cancel AF-assist illumination V ersion of fi rmware ( 0 H-12) Reset custom setting Reset custom setting except unit of measuring distance, color fi lters and version of fi rmware to default setting.
C – 1 Flash Modes C C Flash Modes i-TTL Mode Information obtained by monitor pre- fl ashes and exposure control information is integrated by the camera to automatically adjust fl ash output levels. T o take pictures using the SB-700 set in i-TTL mode, see “Basic • Operations” ( 0 B-7).
C – 2 Flash Modes C i-TTL balanced fill-flash The fl ash output level is automatically adjusted for well-balanced exposure of the main subject and backgr ound. appears on the LCD. Standard i-TTL The main subject is correctly exposed r egardless of backgr ound brightness.
C – 3 Flash Modes C Setting i-TTL mode Set the mode selector to [TTL]. i-TTL mode LCD sample : Monitor pre- fl ashes : i-TTL : Balanced fi ll- fl ash i-TTL Mode.
C – 4 Flash Modes C SB-700 effective flash output distance range The effective fl ash output distance range is indicated by numbers and a bar chart on the LCD.
C – 5 Flash Modes C v When insuf fi cient fl ash output for correct exposur e is indicated When the flash-ready indicators • on the SB-700 and in the camera’ s viewfinder blink for approx. 3 seconds after a picture is taken, underexposur e due to insufficient flash output may have occurred.
C – 6 Flash Modes C Manual Flash Mode In manual fl ash mode, aperture and fl ash output level are manually selected. This allows for control of exposur e and fl ash-to-subject distance. The flash output level can be set from M1/1 (full output) to M1/128 • to suit creative pr eferences.
C – 7 Flash Modes C Setting manual flash mode Set the mode selector to [M]. Manual flash mode LCD sample Effective fl ash output distance (numerical indicator) Flash output level Effective fl ash .
C – 8 Flash Modes C T aking a picture in manual flash mode Press the [SEL] button to highlight the fl ash output level. Set the fl ash output level by rotating the selector dial, and then press the [OK] button. Flash output level can be set • with the [SEL] button as well.
C – 9 Flash Modes C 1/1 1/2 -0.3 -0.7 1/4 -0.3 -0.7 1/8 -0.3 -0.7 1/16 -0.3 -0.7 1/32 -0.3 -0.7 1/64 -0.3 -0.7 1/128 1/1 1/2 1/4 1/8 1/16 1/32 1/64 1/128 +0.
C – 10 Flash Modes C When the selector dial is rotated counter clockwise, the indicated • denominator increases (flash output level decr eases). When the selector dial is rotated clockwise, the indicated denominator decreases (flash output level incr eases).
C – 11 Flash Modes C Distance-priority Manual Flash Mode In this fl ash mode, when the fl ash-to-subject distance value is entered, the SB-700 automatically controls fl ash output level according to the camera settings. Setting distance-priority manual flash mode Set the mode selector to [GN].
C – 12 Flash Modes C Distance-priority manual flash mode LCD sample (at flash-to-subject distance of 4 m) Flash-to-subject distance (numerical indicator) Flash-to-subject distance ( X ) and effectiv.
C – 13 Flash Modes C T aking a picture in distance-priority manual flash mode Press the [SEL] button to highlight fl ash-to-subject distance. Set the fl ash-to-subject distance with the selector dial, and then press the [OK] button. The flash-to-subject distance can • be set with the [SEL] button as well.
C – 14 Flash Modes C v When the bounce fl ash warning indicator is displayed Distance-priority manual fl ash is not possible when the SB-700’ s fl ash • head is tilted up or rotated to the right or left. The below indicator appears. • Set the fl ash head at front or tilt it down, or set the fl ash mode to • i-TTL.
C – 15 Flash Modes C v When insuf fi cient fl ash output for correct exposur e is indicated When the fl ash-ready indicators on the • SB-700 and in the camera’ s view fi nder blink for approx. 3 seconds after a pictur e is taken, underexposur e due to insuf fi cient fl ash output may have occurred.
D – 1 Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography D D Wir eless Multiple Flash-unit Photography SB-700 Wir eless Multiple Flash- unit Photography Setup With the SB-700, “Advanced” and “SU-4” wireless fl ash operations are possible. With the SB-700’ s default setting, flash photography with Advanced • Wireless Lighting is possible.
D – 2 Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography D SB-700 Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography Setup Advanced Wireless Lighting The SB-700 mounted on a camera is the master flash unit. • When the SB-700 is the master flash unit, up to two groups (A and • B) of remote flash units can be set up.
D – 3 Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography D SU-4 type wireless multiple flash-unit photography The Speedlight mounted on the camera or the camera’ s built-in flash • can be used as the master flash unit. The SB-700 can only be used as a remote flash unit.
D – 4 Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography D When used in master mode When used in remote mode Flash photography with Advanced Wireless Lighting Flash mode i-TTL • Manual fl ash • Quick wireless • control The SB-700 fi res with the fl ash mode set on the master fl ash unit.
D – 5 Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography D v Notes on canceling the fl ash of the master fl ash unit When the master fl ash unit fl ash function is canceled and only the remote fl ash units fi re, the master fl ash unit emits a number of weak light signals to trigger the remote fl ash units.
D – 6 Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography D Setting the Master Flash Unit Set the power switch/ wireless mode switch for multiple fl ash units to [MASTER].
D – 7 Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography D Master mode LCD sample (manual flash mode) Master fl ash unit zoom head position Master mode Master fl ash unit fl ash mode Channel Master fl ash.
D – 8 Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography D Setting the Remote Flash Unit Set the power switch/ wireless mode switch for multiple fl ash units to [REMOTE].
D – 9 Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography D Advanced Wir eless Lighting Operation T aking a picture with Advanced Wir eless Lighting 1. Master flash unit setting (flash mode, flash compensation value and channel) [Setting i-TTL mode and channel 1 (example)] Set the mode selector to [TTL].
D – 10 Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography D Advanced Wireless Lighting Operation Press the [SEL] button to highlight the channel, choose CH 1 with the selector dial, and then press the [OK] button. t Canceling the fl ash function In i-TTL mode, highlight the flash compensation value and rotate • the selector dial counterclockwise.
D – 11 Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography D 2. Remote flash unit setting (gr oup, channel and zoom head position) [Setting group A and channel 1 (example)] Press the [SEL] button to highlight the group, choose A for group with the selector dial, and then press the [OK] button.
D – 12 Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography D Press the [ZOOM] button to highlight the zoom head position, choose a zoom head position with the selector dial, and then press the [OK] button. Con fi rm the fl ash-r eady indicator is on, and then shoot.
D – 13 Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography D Quick Wir eless Control Mode The fl ash output level ratios of two remote fl ash unit groups (A and B) can be easily balanced in quick wireless contr ol mode. The master flash unit does not fire in quick wir eless control mode.
D – 14 Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography D Quick Wireless Contr ol Mode T aking a picture in quick wir eless contr ol mode 1. Master flash unit setting (flash output level ratios, flash compe.
D – 15 Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography D Press the [SEL] button to highlight the channel, choose CH 1 with the selector dial, and then press the [OK] button.
D – 16 Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography D 2. Remote flash unit setting (gr oup, channel and zoom head position) [Setting group A and channel 1 (example)] Press the [SEL] button to highlight the group, choose A for group with the selector dial, and then press the [OK] button.
D – 17 Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography D Press the [ZOOM] button to highlight the zoom head position, choose a zoom head position with the selector dial, and then press the [OK] button. Con fi rm the fl ash-r eady indicator is on, and then shoot.
D – 18 Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography D SU-4 type wireless multiple fl ash-unit photography is particularly suited to photographing fast-moving subjects. The SB-700 can only be used as a remote flash unit in SU-4 type • wireless multiple flash-unit photography .
D – 19 Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography D LCD sample Flash mode Remote mode SU-4 type Sound monitor Remote fl ash unit zoom head position Flash function canceled.
D – 20 Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography D SU-4 T ype Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography Flash modes for remote flash units SU-4 type wireless multiple fl ash-unit photography can operate in AUTO (auto), M (manual) and OFF ( fl ash function canceled) modes.
D – 21 Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography D (manual) mode: In M mode, the remote flash units start firing in sync with the • master flash unit, but do not stop firing in sync with the master flash unit. Flash output levels of the master and remote flash units ar e • separately set.
D – 22 Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography D Setting a remote flash unit for SU-4 type wireless multiple flash-unit photography [Setting AUTO mode (example)] Set the mode selector to [TTL]. Press the [ZOOM] button to highlight the zoom head position, choose a zoom head position with the selector dial, and then press the [OK] button.
D – 23 Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography D Remote Flash Units Remote flash unit setting The standby function of the SB-700, SB-900, SB-800, SB-600 and • SB-R200 is canceled when remote mode is set. Make sur e that there is sufficient battery power .
D – 24 Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography D Remote Flash Units As a basic guide, the effective distance between the master and • remote flash units is appr ox. 10 m (33 ft.) or less in the front position, and approx. 7 m (23 ft.) at both sides (in Advanced Wireless Lighting).
D – 25 Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography D Place all remote flash units in the same gr oup close together and • facing the same direction. Approx.
D – 26 Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography D Use the provided Speedlight Stand AS-22 for stable placement of • remote flash units. Attach and detach the SB-700 to and fr om the AS-22 in the same way it is attached to/detached from the camera’ s accessory shoe.
D – 27 Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography D Checking Status in Wir eless Multiple Flash-unit Photography The fl ash-ready indicator on the SB-700 and the sound monitor can be used to check that wireless multiple fl ash-unit photography is operating during and after taking a picture.
D – 28 Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography D Master fl ash unit Remote fl ash unit Speedlight status Flash-ready indicator Flash-ready indicator Sound monitor Blinks for approx. 3 sec. Quickly blinks for approx. 3 sec. Three long beeps for approx.
D – 29 Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography D *1 Indicators shown below appear when underexposure due to insuf fi cient fl ash output may have occurred.
E – 1 Functions E E Functions This section explains the SB-700 functions that support fl ash photography and camera functions. For detailed information regar ding camera functions and settings, • refer to the camera user’ s manual.
E – 2 Functions E Switching Illumination Patter ns Standard The basic illumination • pattern for common flash photography environments In fl ash photography , the center of the image is most illuminated, while the edges are darker . The SB-700 provides three types of illumination patterns with different light fallof f at edges.
E – 3 Functions E Even The light falloff at the • edge of the image is less than with the standard illumination pattern. Suitable for group • photographs, in which sufficient light is r equired without light falloff at the edges.
E – 4 Functions E T o set illumination pattern The illumination pattern can be set using the illumination patter n selector . The selected illumination pattern is indicated with an icon on the • LCD.
E – 5 Functions E Bounce Flash Operation Bounce fl ash is a photographic technique using light that is bounced off a ceiling or wall using a tilted or r otated fl ash head.
E – 6 Functions E Setting the flash head Tilt or rotate the SB-700’ s fl ash head by holding down the fl ash head tilting/rotating lock r elease button. The SB-700’ s flash head tilts up • 90° and down 7°, and rotates horizontally 180° to the left and right.
E – 7 Functions E Setting flash head tilting/rotating angles, and choosing a reflecting surface Good results ar e most easily achieved when the flash head is tilted • up to use the ceiling as a reflecting surface. Rotate the flash head horizontally to get the same effect when the • camera is held in the vertical position.
E – 8 Functions E 1-2m 90º White ceiling Flash head tilted up 75 ˚ while rotated 180 ˚ Lightproof white paper.
E – 9 Functions E Bounce Flash Operation Nikon Diffusion Dome By attaching the included Nikon Diffusion Dome over the flash head, • light can be further diffused during bounce flash photography to create extr emely soft light with virtually no shadow .
E – 10 Functions E Zoom head position indicator When the Nikon Diffusion Dome is attached and when the • camera’ s image area is set to FX format, the zoom head position is automatically set at 12 mm, 14 mm or 17 mm. When the camera’ s image area is set to DX format, the zoom head position is automatically set at 8 mm, 10 mm or 11 mm.
E – 11 Functions E Bounce Flash Operation T aking a picture with bounce flash Set the mode selector to [TTL]. Set the camera’ s aperture, shutter speed, etc. Refer to “Setting the • aperture in bounce flash operation.” Adjust the fl ash head and shoot.
E – 12 Functions E t Using the built-in bounce card In bounce flash photography , use the SB-700’ s built-in bounce card • to make a portrait subject’ s eyes look more vibrant by reflecting the light in them.
E – 13 Functions E 7° 0° T aking Close-up Photographs When the fl ash-to-subject distance is less than approx. 2 m (6.6 ft.), tilting down the fl ash head is recommended to ensure suf fi cient illumination of the lower part of the subject in close-up photography .
E – 14 Functions E Setting the built-in wide panel Carefully pull the built-in wide panel all the way out and position it over the fl ash head. Slide the bounce card back into place inside the fl ash head. T o replace the built-in wide panel, lift it up and slide it into the • flash head as far as it will go.
E – 15 Functions E T aking Close-up Photographs When the built-in wide panel is attached and the camera’ s image • area is set to FX format, the zoom head position is automatically set at 12 mm, 14 mm or 17 mm. When the camera’ s image area is set to DX format, the zoom head position is automatically set at 8 mm, 10 mm or 11 mm.
E – 16 Functions E T aking close-ups with bounce-down flash Set the SB-700’ s fl ash mode. Position the built-in wide panel. Tilt the fl ash head down. The flash-to-subject • distance is underlined. Con fi rm the fl ash- ready indicator is on, and then shoot.
E – 17 Functions E Flash Photography with Color Filters Color compensation fi lters, a fl uorescent and an incandescent fi lter , are included with the SB-700 for use with fl ash photography under incandescent/tungsten and fl uorescent lighting.
E – 18 Functions E How to attach color compensation filters (included) Place the fi lter on the fl ash head and insert into the slit at the top. Place the filter with the Nikon • logo facing up, as shown in the diagram. Check the LCD. Filter type is displayed.
E – 19 Functions E Flash Photography with Color Filters How to attach SJ-4 color filters (optional) Attach the fi lter to the fi lter holder (SZ-3) as shown in the diagram. Insert the filter with the name of • the color filter at bottom. The filter should be inserted with • the name of the color filter facing out.
E – 20 Functions E Place the fi lter holder on the fl ash head with the Nikon logo facing up, as shown in the diagram, and insert it into the slit at the top. Once the filter holder is attached, • the LCD panel shows the color filter setting display .
E – 21 Functions E Flash Photography with Color Filters v Notes on using SJ-4 color fi lters These filters are consumable items. Replace them when they • deteriorate or their colors fade. The heat generated from the flash head can warp the filters.
E – 22 Functions E White balance depends on camera in use ■ Camera Filter D7000 D3X, D3S, D3 *1 , D700, D300S, D300 *2 , D90, D5000, D3100, D3000 D2 series, D1X, D1H, D200, D100, D80, D70 series, .
E – 23 Functions E Flash Photography Support Functions Flash compensation Exposure compensation for a fl ash-illuminated subject without affecting backgr ound exposure can be achieved by adjusting the SB-700’ s fl ash output level.
E – 24 Functions E v Canceling fl ash compensation T o cancel, turn the selector dial to return the compensation value to • “0.” Flash compensation cannot be canceled by simply turning the SB-700 • off.
E – 25 Functions E Power zoom function The SB-700 automatically adjusts the zoom head position to match the lens focal length. Zoom head positions automatically adjusted differ depending on the • settings. For more details, r efer to “Specifications.
E – 26 Functions E Setting the zoom head position manually ■ In order to change the zoom head position to one that does not match the focal length, the zoom head position must be adjusted manually . An “ • ” above the “ ” indicator appears on the LCD panel when the zoom head position is set manually .
E – 27 Functions E Flash Photography Support Functions AF-assist illumination When light is too low for normal autofocus operation, the SB-700’ s AF-assist illumination enables autofocus photography . The SB-700’ s AF-assist illumination is compatible with the multi-point • AF system.
E – 28 Functions E AF-assist illuminator will not light up if the camera’ s autofocus is • locked or the SB-700’ s flash-ready indicator does not come on. Refer to the camera user’ s manual for more information. • AF-assist illumination ■ The SB-700’ s AF-assist illumination can be activated or canceled in the custom setting.
E – 29 Functions E t For cameras with a built-in fl ash Even when the camera’ s AF-assist illumination is set to activate, the • SB-700’ s AF-assist illumination is given priority and the camera’ s AF-assist illuminator does not light up.
E – 30 Functions E Advanced Wireless Lighting ■ When the camera’ s depth-of-field preview button is pressed, the • master flash unit (with the flash function activated) and all other remote flash units fir e as modeling illuminators at the set flash output value at the selected mode.
E – 31 Functions E Thermal cut-out The SB-700 features a function that of fers protection against damage to the fl ash panel and body from overheating. This function does not stop the fl ash head temperature rising. Be careful not to let the SB-700 overheat during continuous fl ash use.
E – 32 Functions E Functions to Be Set on the Camera The following functions are available when used with cameras so equipped. Set these functions on the camera. They cannot be set on the SB-700 directly . For detailed information regar ding camera functions and settings, • refer to the camera user’ s manual.
E – 33 Functions E Flash value lock (FV lock) The SB-700 sets the fl ash output to locked fl ash exposure. This maintains the subject’ s illumination, even if the composition changes.
E – 34 Functions E Red-eye reduction/r ed-eye r eduction slow sync T o prevent subject’ s eyes from appearing red in color pictures shot in low light, the SB-700 fi res three fl ashes at reduced output moments before the pictur e is taken. With red-eye reduction slow sync, red-eye r eduction is combined • with slow-sync flash.
F – 1 For Use with Non-CLS-compatible SLR Cameras F F For Use with Non-CLS-compatible SLR Cameras Using the SB-700 with non-CLS-compatible SLR cameras is possible, although some functions may not be operable. Operable SB-700 functions vary depending on camera in use.
F – 2 For Use with Non-CLS-compatible SLR Cameras F CLS-compatible cameras Non-CLS-compatible cameras Auto FP high-speed sync Possible Not possible Red-eye reduction Possible Not possible Rear -curt.
G – 1 For Use with COOLPIX Cameras G Using the SB-700 with COOLPIX cameras listed below is possible, although some functions may not be operable. CLS-compatible COOLPIX cameras (P7000, P6000) i-TTL-compatible COOLPIX cameras (P5100, P5000, E8800, E8400) See the camera user’ s manual as well.
G – 2 For Use with COOLPIX Cameras G t CLS-compatible COOLPIX cameras Wireless multiple flash-unit photography is possible when an SB-700, • SB-800, SB-900 or Wireless Speedlight Commander SU-800 .
H – 1 Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information H H Tips on Speedlight Car e and Reference Information This section explains troubleshooting, Speedlight car e, speci fi cations and optional accessories.
H – 2 Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information H Problem Cause Solution 0 Zoom head position is not set automatically . The built-in wide panel is in use or the Nikon Diffusion Dome is attached. Remove the built-in wide panel or the Nikon Diffusion Dome.
H – 3 Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information H W arning indicators W arning indicator Cause Solution 0 Battery power weak indicator appears. All operations have stopped due to low battery power . Replace the batteries. B-10 Thermal cut-out indicator appears.
H – 4 Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information H W arning indicator Cause Solution 0 Incompatible camera warning (CLS-compatible) The power switch/ wireless mode switch for multiple fl ash units is set to [MASTER] when used with a camera not compatible with Advanced Wireless Lighting multiple fl ash- unit photography .
H – 5 Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information H If the built-in wide panel is broken The built-in wide panel may break if subjected to str ong knocks while • on the flash head. In this case, contact your retailer or Nikon r epresentative.
H – 6 Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information H Guide Number , Apertur e and Flash-to-subject Distance The guide number (GN) indicates the amount of light generated by a fl ash unit. As the number increases, the fl ash output becomes greater and the light extends further .
H – 7 Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information H Tips on Speedlight Car e Cleaning Dirt on the flash panel can cause it to break when the flash is fir ed. • Clean the flash panel regularly . Use a blower brush to remove dirt and dust fr om the SB-700 • and clean it with a soft, clean cloth.
H – 8 Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information H Storage Store the SB-700 in a cool, dry place to pr event malfunctions due to • high humidity , as well as the growth of mold or mildew . Keep the SB-700 away from chemicals such as camphor or • naphthalene.
H – 9 Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information H Because flash consumes a large amount of battery power , batteries • may not operate properly befor e reaching the end of their stated lifespan or the number of charges/discharges as specified by the battery manufacturer .
H – 10 Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information H Do not store batteries in locations subject to high temperatur es and • high humidity . Be sure to r ead the user’ s manuals for your rechargeable batteries • and battery charger for detailed information on how to handle and recharge the batteries.
H – 11 Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information H Characteristics of the LCD panel Due to the directional characteristics of LCDs, the LCD panel is • difficult to r ead when viewed from above. However , it can be seen clearly from a somewhat lower angle.
H – 12 Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information H Updating Firmwar e The latest Nikon fi rmware can be downloaded from the Nikon website. Firmware is updated thr ough a camera compatible with SB-700 fi rmware updates. For users in the U.S.
H – 13 Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information H Speedlight Stand AS-22 ■ Same as that provided with this SB-700. Color Filter Set SJ-4 ■ A fi lter holder , a total of 12 fi lters in 4 colors and a fi lter case are included.
H – 14 Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information H TTL Remote Cord ■ SC-28/17 (approx. 1.5 m/ 4.9 ft.) The SC-28/17 enables i-TTL mode when the SB-700 is used off- camera. The fl ash shoe comes with a tripod socket. TTL Remote Cord SC-29 ■ (approx.
H – 15 Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information H Specifications Electronic construction Automatic Insulated Gate Bipolar T ransistor (IGBT) and series circuitry Guide number (at 35 mm zoom head position, in FX format, standard illumination pattern, 20 °C/68 °F) 28/92 (ISO 100, m/ft.
H – 16 Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information H Flash exposure control set on the camera Camera’ s sync modes: slow sync, red-eye reduction slow sync, front-curtain sync, r ear -curtain.
H – 17 Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information H Specifications Flash duration (approx.) 1/1042 sec. at M1/1 (full) output 1/1136 sec. at M1/2 output 1/2857 sec. at M1/4 output 1/5714 sec. at M1/8 output 1/10000 sec. at M1/16 output 1/18182 sec.
H – 18 Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information H Effective flash output distance range (for i-TTL mode) The effective fl ash output distance range of the SB-700 is between 0.
H – 19 Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information H Specifications In FX format, standard illumination pattern ■ ISO sensitivity Zoom head position (mm) 12800 6400 3200 1600 800 400 200 100 14BA/ WP 14BA 14WP 24 28 35 50 70 85 105 120 Aperture (f) 1.
H – 20 Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information H Angle of coverage (in FX format) Zoom head position set Angle of coverage (°) V ertical Horizontal 12 (BA/WP) *1 120 130 14 (BA/WP) *2 110.
H – 21 Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information H Specifications Guide number table The SB-700 guide numbers differ depending on the camera’ s image area, illumination pattern, ISO sensitivity , zoom head position and fl ash output level.
H – 22 Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information H Zoom head position (mm) FX format DX format Standard illumination Center-weighted illumination Even illumination Standard illumination Center-weighted illumination Even illumination 20 – – − 26 28.
H – 23 Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information H Specifications Guide number table (in FX format) Standard illumination pattern, at ISO 100; m/ft. ■ Flash output level Zoom head position (mm) 14 24 28 35 50 70 85 105 120 WP + BA BA WP 1/1 10/ 32.
H – 24 Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information H Guide number table (in DX format) Standard illumination pattern, at ISO 100; m/ft. ■ Flash output level Zoom head position (mm) 10 16 17 18 20 24 28 35 50 70 85 WP +BA BA WP 1/1 10/ 32.8 14/ 45.
H – 25 Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information H Specifications Guide number table (with auto FP high-speed sync) Standard illumination pattern, at ISO 100; m/ft. (in FX ■ format) Flash output level Zoom head position (mm) 14 24 28 35 50 70 85 105 120 WP + BA BA WP 1/1 4.
H – 26 Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information H Standard illumination pattern, at ISO 100; m/ft. (in DX ■ format) Flash output level Zoom head position (mm) 10 16 17 18 20 24 28 35 50 70 85 WP +BA BA WP 1/1 4.6/ 15.1 6.4/ 21 6.4/ 21 10.
H – 27 Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information H Min. number of flashes/recycling time of each battery Batteries Min. recycling time (approx.)* Min. number of fl ashes*/recycling time* Alkaline (1.5 V) 2.5 sec. 160/2.5–30 sec. Evolta (1.
H – 28 Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information H Refer to “Speedlight Parts” ( • 0 B-1) for names of parts. A A:B ......................................D-13 Accessories ..........................H-13 Advanced Wireless Lighting ......
H – 29 Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information H Index F Filter holder SZ-3 .................. E-19 Firmware update ..................H-12 Firmware version .................. B-22 Flash compensation ............. E-23 Flash compensation value .
H – 30 Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information H M M (manual) mode ................D-21 Manual fl ash mode ................C-6 MASTER ................................. D-6 Master fl ash unit ............ A-8, D-6 Master mode ............
H – 31 Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information H Index S Select button ([SEL] button) .... B-6 Selector dial ........................... B-6 Slow sync ............................. E-33 Sound monitor ..................... D-27 Sound monitor setting .
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Un punto importante, dopo l’acquisto del dispositivo (o anche prima di acquisto) è quello di leggere il manuale. Dobbiamo farlo per diversi motivi semplici:
Se non hai ancora comprato il Nikon SB-700 è un buon momento per familiarizzare con i dati di base del prodotto. Prime consultare le pagine iniziali del manuale d’uso, che si trova al di sopra. Dovresti trovare lì i dati tecnici più importanti del Nikon SB-700 - in questo modo è possibile verificare se l’apparecchio soddisfa le tue esigenze. Esplorando le pagine segenti del manuali d’uso Nikon SB-700 imparerai tutte le caratteristiche del prodotto e le informazioni sul suo funzionamento. Le informazioni sul Nikon SB-700 ti aiuteranno sicuramente a prendere una decisione relativa all’acquisto.
In una situazione in cui hai già il Nikon SB-700, ma non hai ancora letto il manuale d’uso, dovresti farlo per le ragioni sopra descritte. Saprai quindi se hai correttamente usato le funzioni disponibili, e se hai commesso errori che possono ridurre la durata di vita del Nikon SB-700.
Tuttavia, uno dei ruoli più importanti per l’utente svolti dal manuale d’uso è quello di aiutare a risolvere i problemi con il Nikon SB-700. Quasi sempre, ci troverai Troubleshooting, cioè i guasti più frequenti e malfunzionamenti del dispositivo Nikon SB-700 insieme con le istruzioni su come risolverli. Anche se non si riesci a risolvere il problema, il manuale d’uso ti mostrerà il percorso di ulteriori procedimenti – il contatto con il centro servizio clienti o il servizio più vicino.
