| Nikon Corporation is pleased to announce the introduction of the Nikon
Speedlight SB-900, a new external i-TTL flash unit with advanced features. The
SB-900 offers a powerful guide number of 48/157.5 (ISO 200, meters/feet) and an
incredible array of creative flash functions. The SB-900 is an ideal way to
solve lighting challenges and extend Nikon D-SLR creativity.
The SB-900 is a high-performance Speedlight developed as the successor to the
hugely successful Nikon SB-800. Practical functionality was emphasized in
designing the SB-900, especially evident when used with Nikon digital SLR
cameras compatible with the Nikon Creative Lighting System. It provides a wide
17-200 mm auto zoom range (expanded from the SB-800’s 24-105mm), three
illumination patterns, newly designed, streamlined operation with a
full-information LCD panel, and AF-Assist illumination compatible with
new-generation AF sensors. The SB-900 has an improved booster circuit for
high-speed recycle time. In addition, the latest firmware can be
downloaded from our website to a memory card and SB-900 firmware updated while
mounted on a Nikon digital-SLR camera with the memory card inserted (Revised on
July 10, 2008) -a world’s first* for flash units, assuring that the SB-900 can
accept technological advancements. The SB-900 serves as the new core for the
Nikon Creative Lighting System when used in combination with current Nikon
digital SLRs, and it supports Advanced Wireless Lighting as a master or a remote
Speedlight, inviting photographers to explore the many creative
possibilities.
Additional new functions include 180 degrees of left or right head swivel, a
special built-in overheat protection system and automatic filter detection for
unprecedented white balance correction, even in fluorescent lighting conditions.
With the SB-900, users can enjoy all the benefits of the Nikon Creative
Lighting System for both automation and comprehensive control, enabling endless
lighting possibilities.
Note: Specifications, design, product name, standard accessories and release
schedule may differ by country or region
Nikon Speedlight SB-900 Major Features
- Multi-step auto zoom covers wide 17-200mm zoom range (24-105mm:SB-800)
- Three illumination patterns (standard, center-weighted and even) are
available to match each shooting environment
- Automatically detects Nikon FX and Nikon DX formats and selects suitable
light distribution
- Improved booster circuit for high-speed recycle time: Recycle time using
four AA-size batteries is almost equal to the SB-800 with five AA-size
batteries
- New AF-Assist illumination covers a wide 20-105 mm focal range compatible
with the new Multi-CAM3500 FX/DX AF sensor
- Firmware update via Nikon D3 and D700 is possible (world’s first*)
- Thermal Cut-out function limits the number of flashes to avoid
deterioration of light emitting parts caused by continuous flash firing
- Automatically detects color filters (fluorescent or incandescent),
enabling camera to control color temperature according to filter information
from SB-900
- Improved switch panel for enhanced usability
- Improved GUI using a large-size LCD dot panel
- Bounce capability: tilts up to 90o, down to -7o, rotates horizontally 180o
to right and left
- Advanced Wireless Lighting and versatile functions for up to three remote
groups of SB-900s or other compatible Speedlight controlled through the master
SB-900
- Optional Water Guard WG-AS1 (for D3), WG-AS2 (for D300), and WG-AS3 (for
D700) is useful for protecting the camera's hot shoe contact when the SB-900
is mounted on these Nikon digital SLR cameras
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