Suitable for the following cameras:
Nikon D1 series, D2 series and D3 series.
Nikon D700, D300s, D300, D200, D100, D90, D80, D70s, D70, D60, D50, D40X, D40, D7000, D5000, D3100, D3000.
Nikon Film SLR F55, F65, F75, F80, F100, FM3A, F5 and F6.
Nikon Coolpix 8400, 8800, P5000, P5100, P6000 and P7000.
Overview
* Powerful, Versatile Speedlight Unit
Atop the Nikon Creative Lighting System, the SB-900 is an indispensable portable light source providing effective solutions to lighting challenges.
* Complete Flash Head Positioning Freedom
Bounce 90 degree up and 7 degree down with 360 degree rotation elevates creative lighting freedom.
* Renowned Dedicated Wireless Flash Control
Wireless Commander Mode offers wireless control at the master Speedlight position, controlling up to 3 remote Speedlight groups and an unlimited number of compatible Speedlights. Four wireless channel options help manage wireless conflicts in multi-photographer environments.
* Choose From 3 Light Distribution Patterns
Optimize light quality by selecting Standard for general illumination, Center-weighted for portraits or Even, for groups or interiors.
* Color Gel Filter Identification
Automatically identifies mounted color gel filters and adjusts camera white-balance.* *With select Nikon digital SLRs
* Automatic Format Identification
Automatically senses the FX or DX-format camera in use and optimizes light distribution.
* Nikon's Precision i-TTL Flash Control
Delivers precise flash exposures and seamless fill-flash performance?even in challenging lighting situations.
* Hot Shoe and Wireless Operation
Use on-camera, as a wireless Master Commander or as a wireless remote light source.
* Expanded Auto Power Zoom Coverage
Smoothly covers lenses as wide as 17mm and up to 200mm in FX-format and as wide as 12mm and up to 200mm in DX-format use.
* Streamlined Controls and Menus
Convenient Rotary Select Dial sets key functions quickly and a prominent Master and Remote control switch simplifies wireless operation.
* Flash Tube Overheat Protection
An added measure of safety is provided for sustained high-speed bursts.
* Flash Value (FV) Lock
Locks in a specific flash output on the main subject, regardless of aperture, composition or the lens' zoom position.*
*With select Nikon digital SLRs
* Drip-Proof Mounting Foot Cover (Water Guard)*
Provides enhanced moisture protection.
*Optional
* Commander Function
Yes
* Remote Function
Yes
* Guide Number
34m/111.5ft. (at ISO 100) to 48m/157.5ft. (at ISO 200)
* Electronic Construction
Automatic Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistor (IGBT) and series circuitry
* Lens Coverage
17 to 200mm (FX-format, Automatic mode)
12 to 200mm (DX-format, Automatic mode)
12 to 17mm (FX-format, Automatic mode with built-in wide-angle panel deployed)
8 to 11mm (DX-format, Automatic mode with built-in wide-angle panel deployed)
* Minimum Recycling Time
2.3 sec. (approx.) with Ni-MH (2600 mAh) batteries
3.0 sec. (approx.) with Oxyride (1.5V) batteries
4.0 sec. (approx.) with Alkaline-manganese (1.5V) batteries
4.5 sec. (approx.) with Lithium (1.5V) batteries
* Flash Duration
1/880 sec. at M 1/1 (full) output
1/1100 sec. at M 1/2 output
1/2550 sec. at M 1/4 output
1/5000 sec. at M 1/8 output
1/10000 sec. at M 1/16 output
1/20000 sec. at M 1/32 output
1/35700 sec. at M 1/64 output
1/38500 sec. at M 1/128 output
* Required Power Source
Four 1.5V Alkaline-manganese (AA-size) batteries
Four 1.5V Lithium (AA-size) batteries
Four 1.2V Ni-MH (AA-size) batteries
* ISO Range
100 to 6400 ISO
* Optional Power Supply
SK-6 Power Bracket Unit
SD-8A High-Performance Battery Pack
SD-9 High-Performance Battery Pack
* Minimum Number of Flashes
110 (1.5V Alkaline-manganese) (Approx. When firing Speedlight at full output once every 30 seconds)
230 (1.5V Lithium) (Approx. When firing Speedlight at full output once every 120 seconds)
190 (2600 mAh Ni-MH) (Approx.) (Approx. When firing Speedlight at full output once every 30 seconds)
* Wireless Flash Modes
Off
Master
Master (RPT)
Remote
SU-4
* Wireless Communication Channels
FourChannels
* Wireless Groups
Three
* Dimensions
3.0 x 5.7 x 4.7 in. (78.0 x 146.0 x 118.5mm) (Approx.)
* Weight
14.6 oz. (415g) (Approx.)
* Supplied Accessories
AS-21 Speedlight Stand
SW-13H Diffusion Dome
SJ-900 Color Filter Set
SZ-2 Color Filter Holder
SS-900 Soft Case
- Nikon SB-900 Speedlight i-TTL Flash in original box
- AS-21 Speedlight Stand
- SW-13H Diffusion Dome
- SJ-900 Color Filter Set
- SZ-2 Color Filter Holder
- SS-900 Soft Case
- Instruction Manual









