SB-800 AF Speedlight
Nikon's powerful Speedlight unit provides incredible lighting flexibility both as a stand-alone Speedlight, wireless commander or remote unit.
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SD-800 Quick Recycle Battery Pack (for one R6 (AA) - size battery), AS-19 Speedlight Stand, SJ-800 Colored Filter Set (FL-G1 and TN-A1), SW-10H Diffusion Dome , SS-800 Soft Case
SB-800 AF Speedlight
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Great Flash That Does Not Disappoint
I own two of these flashes.
I use them all the time. It does exactly what I expect under all conditions. I can take pictures that I was never able to before owning this outstanding flash. Fill-flash outdoors especially during sun back-lighting conditions is fantastic.
My only ding that I would give it is that the UI does not have perfect usability. I am able to figure out how to do everything I need to using the excellent manual, but the design could be better.
Great, great flash. I am very satisfied!
December 8, 2011
Almost perfect
I have used this flash very heavily for the last 7 years and it does not miss a beat. Battery life is good and the flash is totally reliable and accurate. I prefer it to the SB900. The flash is compatible with all mycameras and lenses and rarely fails to give the correct TTL exposure. The 5th battery attachment has pros and cons. I almost always use it but it is not meant for rough handling. The attachment can come loose and fall off dumping batteries on the ground. Otherwise this flash is a dependable workhorse.
August 15, 2011
I have two of these and they are extremely inconsistent. Even with new batteries, they do not recycle as fast as they should
June 3, 2011
small, powerful
The SB800 is a very good performer for the sort of flash applications that I have. It is small, flexible and powerful. It is not easy to learn ( the manual is terrible!) and the controls are not intuitive, but once mastered, it is great. I plan to keep mine for a loong time.
April 15, 2011
Wonder Flash
After purchasing my first SB 800, I quickly decided I would add one a year and stopped at four units.These flashes are great and I wish they were still available.They were miles ahead on this one.
April 15, 2011
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All10 months ago
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Jim
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Anonymous
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Yes, the D90 is compatible with the SB-800.
SB-800 AF Speedlight
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Using Nikon SB 800 with Nikon D700 camera? I can't get my SB-800 to work with my new Nikon D700... Is there a special setting I need to use?
I can't get my SB-800 to work with my new Nikon D700... Is there a special setting I need to use?
3 months, 2 weeks ago
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Knox 4252
Columbus IN
Location :
Columbus IN
Age: 35-44
Nikon Family: 6-10 years
Role: Professional photographer
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Contact Nikon.Answer:
SB 800 is not compatible with your D700Has staff answer
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what speedlight will the d80 except,, d80 sync at only 60 sec
i am want to get a speedlight that will do a great job, but with the d80 and a sync of 60 what speedlight will stop really fact action, or at the sync speed that cannot be done
10 months ago
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al
ma
Location :
ma
Age: Over 65
Favorite Subject: Family & Friends
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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This camera is compatible with the SB-400, SB-600, SB-800, SB-900 and SB-700.Products related to my answer
I keep seeing references to an "old version" of the SB-800 flash, but can't find any information about what distinguishes it from a newer version or when the old was sold versus the new.
10 months ago
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Mark
West Palm Beach
Location :
West Palm Beach
Age: 55-65
Favorite Subject: Landscape
Nikon Family: 21+ years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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The only service modification performed on an SB-800 Speedlight was to allow the newer plug fitting for the SD-9 High Perfomance Battery Pack. That may be what they are referring to.Has staff answer
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is the sb-800 speedlight compatible with new nikon d7000
10 months ago
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memoryarchives
las vegas
Location :
las vegas
Age: 25-34
Favorite Subject: Family & Friends
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Semi-professional photographer
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Yes, you can use the SB-800 with the D7000.
7 months ago
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Eric
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Yes, the SB-800 is compatible with the D5100.Has staff answer
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Does this flash have a sensor for it to go off when not attached to my D80?
7 months ago
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Anonymous
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Yes, you can use the SB-800 remotely you just have to set the built-in flash of the D80 as a commander mode in order to trigger the speedlight.6 months ago
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Steve
Barberton, Ohio USA
Location :
Barberton, Ohio USA
Age: 55-65
Favorite Subject: Landscape
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: 1-3 months
Role: Semi-professional photographer
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Yes.Has staff answer
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Will my SC-17 cord work for this flash or do I have to go to the SC 28?
4 months, 1 week ago
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Jenn
Minneapolis
Location :
Minneapolis
Age: 35-44
Favorite Subject: Sports
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Occasional user, memory keeper
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Please see page # 111 of the user's manual for the SB-800.Has staff answer
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How do I set the distance in Manual mode on the SB800??
I have the nikon d700.
4 months ago
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Anonymous
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Please see page # 42 and 44 of the user's manual for the SB-800 Speedlight.Answer Title: Speedlight SB-800 Instruction Manual
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