Modern Classic SLRs Series : Nikon F5 Series SLR models - Flash Photography - Part III

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Other applicable secondary Flash / Camera features: AF-Assist Illuminator Dedicated Nikon Speedlights with autofocus illuminators - the SB800, SB600, SB-80DX, SB-50DX, SB-28DX, SB-28, SB-27, SB-26, SB-25, SB-24, SB-23, SB-22s and SB-20 etc - Automatically fires LED beam toward subject when performing autofocus with F5, F100, F80 series, Nikon F4-series, F90(x), F70, F-601 or F50 in low-light conditions. It works by sending an LED-patterned beam of light to the subject, making it possible to take sharply focused pictures even in total darkness. Note: Not possible with SB-30 and SB-29(s) Credit: Image courtesy of Mr. David Hofmann ® HIs ONLINE Portfolio has an excellent series of wildlife pictures where this image was extracted from one of his photo album. Image copyright © 2005. All rights reserved. Please respect the visual property of the contributing photographer.

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Repeating Flash The repeating flash features is WORKABLE on all Nikon models. In the "mode, the SB-28 fires repeatedly during a single exposure, creating stroboscopic multiple-exposure effects. This mode is useful when shooting fast-moving subjects. This strobo-effect operation is selectable with the Speedlight SB-26, in which the flash fires continuously at selected rates; you can choose the length of time between flashes (1 Hz to 50 Hz), the number of flashes and the flash output amount.

Previously, Nikon does offered a specialized Repeating Flash called Nikon SB-6, subsequent handle/bracket-mount flash such as SB-11 and SB-14 also offer similar feature. Repeating flash requires the core flash to have enough raw power to enable it to function effectively, the normal way is used via auto flash. Subsequent Nikon flash such as the TTL-capable MF SB-15 (too weak to use unless the flash working distance is close enough) while the more powerful MF SB-16 does offers reasonably good working distance in TTL mode. The SB-6 is a different beast. It can provide strobe operation can emitting up to 40 flashes per second, and you have the ideal high-powered unit for cine 18 or 24 fps or extra-rapidly moving subject, stop-action photography.

Essential Notes on Flash Photography with Nikon F5: * Nikon advises only Nikon Speedlights are encouraged to use with the Nikon F5 and they claim other third party labeled units may damage the camera's electrical circuits due to incompatible voltage requirements*, electric contact alignment or switch phase. *1 Not compatible with 250V or higher. * When using a special Speedlight, such as a studio strobe system, with a time-lag provision or one with a long flash duration (i.e., Medical-Nikkor 120mm f/4 *2), adjust the shutter speed down to 1/125 sec. or slower (*2note: Medical Nikkor( 120mm P is not available in EU countries) * SB-26 can be used for multiple flash photography in its wireless mode. See Speedlight instruction manual for details. * When the center focus area is not selected, AF-assist illuminator does not light.

For multiple flash photography with the F5, if the electric current in the synchro circuit exceeds a certain level, you may not be able to take a second shot. Take care that the combined total of the coefficient (numbers shown in parentheses below) for all Speedlights used at any one time does not exceed 20 at 20° C (68°F) or 13 at 40° (104° F').

SB-28 (1) SB-27 (1) SB-26 (1) SB-25 (1) SB-24 (1) SB-23 (4) SB-22s (1) SB-22 (6) SB-21 (4) SB-20 (9) SB-19 (2) SB-18 (16) SB-17 (4) SB-16 (4) SB-15 (4) SB-14 (1) SB-12 (1) SB-11(1)

NOTE: If you are unable to take a second shot, disconnect the master Speedlight from the camera, or turn each of the Speedlights off and on. This resets the circuits so you can resume shooting. This also applies when using any non-Nikon studio Speedlight system.

Warning: For multiple flash photography using Nikon Speedlights, if the electric current in the sync circuit exceeds a certain level. you may not be able to take a second picture after taking the first. Take care that the combined total of the coefficients (numbers shown in parentheses below) for all of the Speedlights used at any one time does not exceed 20 at 20'C/68*F (13 at 40 C/104 F). SB26, SB-25, SB-24 (1) SB-23 (4) SB-22 (6) SB-21 (4) SB-20 (9) SB-19 (2) SB-18 (16) SB-17 (4) SB-16 (4) SB-15 (4) SB-14 (1) SB-12 (1) SB-11 (1) If you are unable to take a second picture, disconnect master Speedlight from the K or turn each of the Speedlights off and on once. See Flash SYNC CORDs

Various Nikon AF-Speedlights SB-28, SB-27 and SB-26 & older models

NOT ALL Nikon speedlights can fully take advantage of Nikon F5's incredible features in flash photography. However, a great advantage of getting a Nikon-labeled speedlight is, one way or another, each of these flash can be used freely with a Nikon directly or indirectly. The missing link could be just confined to individual camera model's incorporated feature(s). For an instance, you can still use your trusty oldie such as the manual focus Nikon SB-16B onto the Nikon F5 but still retaining all features the flash can provide rather than restricted by camera's function.

As Nikon has a long history in developing dedicated speedlights for their SLRs, although chances are RARE that you may be using your Nikon F5 with one of those old units, buts still, if you are very interested in getting to understand what those oldies can help your camera, you can find out from the MF Nikon FLASH RESOURCE Section which covers models from the aged bulb-flash units, SB-1 to SB-21. The AF-Speedlight Section which started from Nikon AF-Speedlight SB-20 to SB-30 (EXCEPT the DX-Series originally designed for the Nikon Digital SLRs which I require sometime to study the main difference between them).

When the Nikon F5 was announced back in 1996, the press release stated companion flash for Nikon F5 was SB-26/27 which aimed to serve as either as high performance or highly portable compact options. Both models fully optimize all possible flash functions with the Nikon F5. Nikon's SB-26 Speedlight boasts a powerful guide number of 36 (ISO 100, m; with zoom head set at 35mm). It offers such advanced features as Monitor Pre flash, Repeating Flash for dramatic strobe effects and FP High-Speed Sync, which enables the use of a shallow depth of field in bright daylight. Moreover, it's easy to configure, a Wireless Slave Flash using two or more SB-26s. And the built-in AF-assist illuminator provides the F5 with autofocus capability even in total darkness. You can rotate and tilt the flash head for bounce flash photography, and flash coverage automatically adjusts for any focal length from 24 to 85mm. The built-in wide flash adapter even extends coverage to 18mm or 20mm. Flash output level compensation and manual flash control are also possible. There's even a built-in bounce card to produce catch-light effects.

On the other hand, the far compact Nikon Speedlight SB-27 offers a guide number of 30 (ISO 100, m; zoom head set at 35mm), Monitor Pre-flash, AF-assist illuminator, automatic zoom flash covering 24mm to 50mm, built-in diffuser card and bounce flash adapter. Both speedlights are very well made units and have sturdy exterior construction to last for heavy duty usage. The SB-27 remained in production even after the SB-28 replaced the SB-26 simply because its compact and highly portable fashion (plus its modest price as compared to other high performance units).

However, the followed model which designed to replace the SB-26, Nikon SB-28 AF-Speedlight was a redesigned model with a far compact dimension than earlier models. Weighing only at 320g (approx. 11oz), the weights reduction is nearly 30% lighter than all predecessors. The has a flat panel design at its rear section where the LCD and control buttons locate is cleaner and less cluster than previous Nikon flash model(s). Detailed Information on Nikon SB-28 AF-Speedlight <<< --- Credit: Images courtesy from all the nice folks at Midwest Photo Exchange (MPX) ® <mpx@mpex.com>. "MPX" also operates a popular Ebay Store. Image copyright © 2003. All rights reserved. Please respect the visual property of the contributing photographer.

Flash exposure control: TTL automatic flash: TTL automatic flash control with F5, F100, F80 series, Nikon F4 series, F90x, F70, F-601, or F-50 ; non-TTL automatic control with any Nikon SLR (with Flash Unit Coupler AS-4, TTL-AS-7 and/or AS-17 required with Nikon F3-series). Manual control: full 1/2, 1/4, 1/8, 1/169 1/32 and 1/64 output.

The introduction of the Nikon D-Series SLR bodies has created some technical difficulties for obtaining similar performance for flash with Nikon film-based SLRs. Basically, as digital SLRs employ NO shutter blade and in order to emulate the principle of TTL-OTF (Through the lens-Off the Film Plane) flash exposure as with film based SLR, Nikon D-Series bodies use a shutter blade located in front of the CCD sensor. This allows TTL monitoring of the pre-flashes just before exposure and even after the reflex mirror goes up. The differences would require Nikon to redesign the SB-28 in order to optimize the way how it works in a digital SLR. Flash performance and operation for BOTH SB-28 and SB-28DX are similar in nature except how the flash exposure works when mounted onto a different camera model. The effect of flash with respective medium (film/digital)will be explained below but such classification also has confused many users. Fortunately, the newer Nikon speedlight such as SB-30 eliminates this confusing state and can be used with either of the medium.

Differences between NIKON SB-28 and SB-28DX Speedlight The "original" Nikon SB-28 speedlight is designed for film cameras and offers full 3D-TTL with Group 1 type cameras (F-5, F-100, F-90x series, F-90, F-80, F-70 etc.). The SB-28 can be used with Nikon D-series SLR digital camera except in TTL mode (Note the D-series camera shutter will not release if the SB-28 is set to TTL mode). The Nikon SB-28DX offers full D-TTL operation only with the Nikon D-series SLR digital camera and can be also used as normal on Group 1 type film-based cameras (see above). Essentially, the flash performance and operation of the SB-28 and SB-28DX are similar but SB-28DX offers compatibility with the D-series SLR cameras. Note: The SB28DX can also be distinguished from the SB28 by it's green buttons on the rear panel instead of the gray buttons used on the SB28. As the D-series SLR cameras and film combinations use different methods to obtain the same result. Under normal conditions flash results should be the same, but because different systems are employed to gain the correct flash output some differences may be experienced. Difference between 3D-TTL and D-TTL: 3D-TTL - Is available on the SB-28. It automatically controls flash output to keep both subject and background correctly exposed. The SB-28 fires a series of near-invisible pre flashes called "Monitor preflash". These preflashes are detected by the TTL Multi-Sensor in the camera and the data is then combined with the distance information from D-type Nikkor lenses and other exposure data to determine the optimal flash shooting distance range and flash output level for balanced Fill-Flash exposure. During main flash, the camera flash sensor continues metering the reflected light from the film surface and stops the flash output at the correct time. D-TTL - Is available when the SB-28DX is used with the D-series digital SLR cameras. The flash works the in same way as above but there is no control over flash output during main flash. The flash power is calculated by Monitor preflash reflections from the light-grey shutter curtain. During actual exposure, the CCD does not reflect enough light to provide accurate flash sensing. The SB-28DX automatically detects that it is mounted on a D-series digital SLR camera and switches from TTL to D-TTL mode.

Camera Group		I	II	III	IV	V	VI	VII*
Camera /Flash operation		F5, F100, F90X / N90s*1, F90-Series/ N901 F80-Series/N80 -Series* 1,2,3, F70-Series/ N70*1,2	F4-Series, F65-Series/ N65-Series* 1,3, F-801s/ N8808s*1, F-801/ N8808*1 Pronea 600i/ 6 *1,3	F-601/ N6006*1 F-601M/ N6000*1	F60-Series/ N60*1 F50-Series/ N50*1 F-401x/ N5005*1	F-501/ N2020*4 F-401s/ N4004s*1 F-401/ N4004*1 F-301/ N2000*4	FM3A, FA, FE2, FG, Nikonos V* 5	F3-Series*6, New FM2, FM10, FE10 (applicable to Nikon F and Nikon F2 series -via adapters)
TTL	3D Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill-Flash*7
	Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill-Flash *7
	Matrix Balanced Fill-Flash
	Center-Weighted / Fill-Flash / Spot Fill-Flash
	Programmed TTL Auto Flash
	Standard TTL Flash
A	Non-TTL Auto Flash
M	Manual Flash
	FP High-Speed Flash Sync
	Repeating Flash

*1.Sold exclusively in the USA. *2 F80-Series/N80-Series, F70-Series/N70 cannot perform FP High-Speed Flash Sync. *3 Center-Weighted Fill-Flash is not possible. *4 Sold exclusively in the USA and Canada. *5 An optional sync cord for land use is required.

*6 Optional flash Unit coupler AS-4 or AS-7 is required. With AS-17, Standard TTL flash (p. 40-41) is possible, but not Repeating flash. *7 3D Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill-Flash and Multi-Sensor r Balanced Fill-Flash are generally referred to as Automatic Balanced Fill-Flash with TTL Multi Sensor.

* For cameras such as the Nikon F or Nikon F2, refer to Group VII. TTL Auto Flash mode cannot be performed with cameras in this group. If flash is fired with the indicator appeared on the LCD panel, the flash fires at full output.

Various System Accessories for Flash Photography with Nikon F5 TTL Remote Cord SC-17 Use coiled cord SC- 17 for TTL auto flash operation when using a Speedlight off an F5 fitted with either a Multi-Meter Finder DP-30 or AE Action Finder DA-30. The SC-1 7 provides automatic setting of sync speed and the same ready-iight indicator as if the flash unit were directly mounted on the camera. The SC-1 7 comes with two TTL multiple flash terminals and one tripod socket. It is approx. 1.5m (4.9 ft.) long. Credit: Image courtesy of Laura Kornylak ® <shutterblade@comcast.net> from shutterblade*com where the Company has a website on its own. Image copyright © 2003. All rights reserved. Please respect the visual property of the contributing photographer.

The SC-24 comes with two TTL multiple flash terminals and one tripod socket. It is approx. 1.5m (4.9 ft.) long. Guide:- Nikon original Flash couplers for various flash models foot incompatibility with the Nikon manual focus oldies

TTL Remote Cord SC-24 Use the SC-24 for TTL auto flash operation when using a Speedlight off an F5 fitted with either a 6X High-Magnification Finder DW-31 or Waist-Level Finder DW-30.

Sync Cables: SC-13 Enables Non-TTL automatic flash with virtually ALL Nikon SLR cameras with standard ISO-type hot shoes. TTL Remote Cord SC-17 Use this cord to connect the TTL flash units with Nikon SLRs with standard ISO accessory shoe. Up to two units can be connected to the SC-17's terminals through the TTL Multi-Flash Sync Cord SC- 18 or SC- 19 for TTL multi-flash photography.

TTL Multi-Flash Sync Cords SC-18, SC-19 Use these cords to connect TTL flash units to each other through the TTL Multi-Flash Adapter AS-10 or TTL Remote Cord SC-17 for multi-flash operation.

TTL Remote Cord SC-23 Enables off-camera TTL automatic flash control, usable with Nikon F5, F100, F80 series, F90(x), F70, F601 and F50 and others. SC-12 specifically for Nikon F3 series only.
TTL Remote Cord SC-24 For TTL flash control when using Nikon F5 and DW-6X Magnification Finder DW-30 or for TTL flash control when using the Nikon F4-series with DW-20 or DW-21.
TTL Multi-Flash Adapter AS-10 Attach the AS-1 0 to the SB-28, SB-27, SB-26, SB-27, SB-22, SB-16B or even a Macro Ringlight SB-21B. Connect additional TTL Speedlight units with the SC- 18 or SC- 19. The AS-10 controls up to three TTL Speedlight units.

AS-10

AS-15

Nikon Flash Coupler / Connectors: AS-1 enables hot shoe use of ISO-type flash with Nikon F2 bodies (AUTO/MANUAL is possible depends on respective flash model)

AS-2 allows F2-flash foot types of flash units to work on a ISO-type shoe (non-TTL, AUTO/MANUAL is possible)
AS-3 permitting F3-type of flash to be used on Nikon F2 accessory shoe (non-TTL operation, AUTO/MANUAL is possible)
AS-4 provides hot shoe use of ISO-type of flash on any F3 body (except Nikon F3P and Nikon F3H's DE-4, which can mount directly)
AS-5 reverting F2 shoe types of flash units to be used on any standard Nikon F3 accessory shoe in non-TTL operation.
AS-6 converts F3-types of flash foot speedlights to be used on ISO-type of accessory shoe (AUTO/MANUAL is possible, non-TTL operation)
AS-7 Extended from camera body to enable changing film without removing flash. TTL connection maintains with any flash with F3 flash shoe and accepts ISO-type flash units but TTL function is lost (AUTO/MANUAL)

AS-8 base unit module for SB-16 for Nikon F3 flash shoe AS-9 base unit module for SB-16 for ISO-type accessory shoe The detachable lower part of the SB-16, called the Flash Unit Coupler AS-8 or AS-9, houses the mounting foot, the shooting mode selector with shooting mode indication LEDs, the ready-light/open-flash button, the light sensor, the sync/multiple flash terminal, and the special terminal for TTL multiple flash.

AS-10 TTL Multi-Flash Adapter - permits two TTL cords to be connected one another, tripod mount provided.
AS-11 allows Nikon F3 dedicated flash shoe units to be mounted to a 1/4 tripod thread.
AS- 12 SB-21 Controller output unit for the Macro Ringlight SB-21A TTL Macro Speedlight for any standard Nikon F-3 cameras (except F3P and F3H's DE-4, which can mount directly to operate in non-TTL mode via its standard -ISO accessory shoe)
AS-14 SB-21 Controller Unit for ISO-type shoe, options for TTL, AUTO and Manual flash.
AS-15 PC Sync Terminal Adapter for ISO-type shoe: for Nikon SLR that do not have a sync terminal.
AS-16 SK-6 Terminal Adapter (AS-16)
AS-17 allows ISO-type flash with a Nikon F3, TTL, auto and manual flash is possible. This permits all Nikon AF TTL speedlights to be used. The most innovative accessory thus far.

Nikon Flash Bracket SK-6 and/or SK-6A* Nikon has not produced any handle/bracket mount flash since the SB-140UV and so far there isn't such a design available for the AF flash. Well, considering the power output of a modern AF Nikon speedlight is capable to match one of those MF counterpart, Nikon has designed a very usable accessory called SK-6 specifically to be usable with most of the AF speedlights they produced.

A Nikon F4 with SB-26 mounted on a SK-6; another illustration comprises of a SK-6 with SB-28 and a Nikon F90x AF SLR.

Not only does the SK-6 enable you to use the camera-mountable SB-28 (SB26, SB-25, SB-24) or other flash such as SB-20, SB-22 etc. as a grip-type flash, it also offers you remote-flash capability. Used as an external power source, in combination with the Speedlight own power source, the SK-6 reduces minimum recycling time by about half and doubles the total number of flashes available. It accepts six 1.5V LR6 (AA-type Alkaline), 1.2V KR-AA (AA-type NiCd) or 1.5V FR-6 (AA-type Lithium) batteries It can also be used with the Nikon DC Units SD-7 or SD-8. Note*: According to Nikon, the SK-6A is marketed only in EU countries.

External Power Sources: Nikon DC-Units SD-7* and High Performance Power Pack SD-8/SD-8A**

DC Unit SD-7 The SD-7 accepts six LR14 (C-type) batteries, and is designed as, a separate power source for the SB-28, SB-26, SB-25, SB-24 and SB-22 and/or other future capable flash models with SK-6 combination. Also usable with MF flash SB-11, SB-14 and SB-140UV. * Not available in EU countries. Pictures not to scales between SD-7 and SD-8.

high-performance Battery Pack SD-8** The SD-8A is designed for use with the SB-28, SB-27 and/or other future capable flash models while other speedlight SB-28, SB26, SB-25, SB-24 and SB-22 to shorten flash recycling time and enhance flash capacity. It accepts six 1.5v LR6 AA-type alkaline or 1.2v KR-AA (AA-type NiCd) and even accept 1.5v FR6 (AA-type Lithium) batteries. Can be mount at the base of the camera's tripod socket via FM-6 locking screw. This is a more compact and versatile unit than the SD-7 DC power pack.

Flash Brackets and other third party accessories: I am not sure why photographer needs flash brackets for camera (Since the biggest advantage offers in a SLR camera is mobility and portability). Anyway, in relation to macro works, I may think there is some logic investing into such an accessory. The common brand names associates to this specialize areas are Stroboframes , Stratos Modular Flash Bracket System, Lindahl Specialties Bracket, Custom Brackets, LumiQuest ProMax Bouncers, Ikelite Lite-Link Wireless Slave etc.

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Nikon AF-TTL Speedlight Models: Nikon SB-800 | Nikon SB-600 | Nikon SB-30 | Nikon SB-29(s) (2000) | Nikon SB-28 (1997) | Nikon SB-27 (1997) | Nikon SB-26 (1994) | Nikon SB-25 (1992) | Nikon SB-24 (1988) | SB-23 | SB-22 (1987) | SB-20 (1986)
Nikon AF-TTL Speedlight DX-Series: Nikon SB-28DX (1999)| SB-50DX (2001) | SB-80DX (2002)
Additional information on various Nikon MF Bulb Flash - Nikon MF-Speedlights SB-1 ~ SB-21A/B

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Special Application lenses: Micro-Nikkor Lenses - 50mm~55mm -60mm 85mm -105mm 200mm Micro-Zoom 70-180mm Perspective Control (PC) - 28mm 35mm PC-Micro 85mm Dedicated Lenses for Nikon F3AF: AF 80mm f/2.8 | AF 200mm f/3.5 EDIF Depth of Field Control (DC): 105mm 135mm Medical Nikkor: 120mm 200mm Reflex-Nikkor Lenses - 500mm 1000mm 2000mm Others: Noct Nikkor | OP-Nikkor | UV Nikkor 55mm 105mm | Focusing Units | Bellows-Nikkor 105mm 135mm Nikon Series E Lenses: 28mm35mm50mm100mm135mm | E-Series Zoom lenses: 36~72mm75~150mm70~210mm

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Recommended links to understand more technical details related to the Nikkor F-mount and production Serial Number:
http://rick_oleson.tripod.com/index-153.html by: my friend, Rick Oleson
http://www.zi.ku.dk/personal/lhhansen/photo/fmount.htm by: Hansen, Lars Holst
http://www.mir.com.my/rb/photography/hardwares/nikonfmount/lens2.htm
http://www.photosynthesis.co.nz/nikon/serialno.html

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