R1 Wireless Close-Up Speedlight System
A portable wireless close-up lighting system designed for Nikon digital SLRs with a built-in flash unit with wireless commander control.
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Supplied Accessories
Supplied as a complete ready-to-use system. In addition to two (2) SB-R200 remote Speedlights, the system also includes:
- 52mm, 62mm, 67mm,72mm and 77mm mounting rings to accommodate most AF Nikkor lenses
- AS-20 Speedlight Stands
- SJ-2 Color Filter Set, SW-C1 Flexible Arm Clip
- SW-11 Extreme Close up Positioning Adapter
- SW-12 Diffusers, fitted Storage Case and more.
SU-800 Wireless Speedlight Commander available separately, providing compatibility with Nikon i-TTL digital and film SLRs without a built-in flash unit with a wireless commander mode. The SU-800 Wireless Speedlight Commander provides additional functionality with SB-800 and SB-600 Speedlights.
For complete technical specifications please refer to the 'Tech Specs' document located in the Related Links area on the right hand side of this page. Please note that the SU-800 and other Wireless Close-Up Speedlight accessories are sold separately.
*Supplied accessories may differ depending on country or area.
R1 Wireless Close-Up Speedlight System
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Versatile Lighting System
I have owned this setup for 5 years now, I have used the SU800 and the SB200r flashes for everything .
Macro, studio,remote indoor and outdoor situations. I purchased the entire setup including the SU800, as I use it with my D2X and my SB800. I have found this to be the very handy versatile lighting in many situations.
I highly recommend this for macro and many other situations.
I must agree with the above review as to the battery type used with this system, the CR123 batteries are very expensive and hard to find.
The locking system for the flash to ring is a little stiff and sometimes hard to lock in place without a little finesse and double checking, but for the versatility and power I can live with these minor refinement issues.
June 6, 2012
very good setup
this setup is awesome it has everything you need for lighting it has a flash and a wireless commander control
September 15, 2010
Great idea that needs some refinement
I have these flashes since they were first introduced by Nikon some 5 or 6 years ago. They can make awesome light under ideal conditions. However there are some serious design flaws that make them less ideal under normal shooting conditions.
1. The batteries are expensive and hard to get in remote areas. Even in our capital city it is not a given that you will walk into a camera store and expect them to have stock of these batteries. I prefer AA type so I can share batteries with other flashes and accessories. When batteries fail, (and mine failed a couple of times when I least expected) I can get AA type batteries even in small towns.
2. The hooks to attach the diffuser panels for extreme macro or to attach the transparent holder for filters are just too small - these attachments regularly fall off, and frustrate the nuts out of me. Also the hooks to attach the flash holder to the lens rings sometimes do not catch properly. I have on two or three occasions tried to fit them in a hurry, not noticing the ring did not clip properly and ended up with the flashes falling off the lens onto the ground. A redesign is needed.
3. I use the R1 kit ( using the camera flash as controller ). The wireless signal is just too easily obstructed by my hand, or by a diffuser, or at some angles to strong sunlight. Then one or both flashes do not fire. This limits the positions where I can place the flashes. A cabled solution like the Canon MT24 or the Olympus STF22 makes more sense for macro in my opinion. Although SC-30 cables do exist for these flashes, these are clearly indicated only for non-iTTL cameras.
4. When I use diffuser panels and extension tubes, I sometimes feel the flashes a little underpowered. Recharge times are also a bit long.
These flashes are highly overrated. I usually get frustrated with them, pack them away and continue the macro shoot with one or two SB-800 flashes. I am now selling these as they do not contribute to my macro photography. They are OK in studio provided you do not block their signals with diffusers. Outdoors I envy the competition's products.
May 17, 2012
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Will the R1 work with my D100 and Nikkor AF 60 mm Micro lens?
10 months ago
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Luis
Sedona, AZ
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Sedona, AZ
Age: 55-65
Favorite Subject: Travel
Nikon Family: 11-20 years
Experience: More than 10 years
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No, D100 not support i-TTL.
R1 Wireless Close-Up Speedlight System
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Can I use the SB-900 as commander on the R1 with my D5000?
6 months ago
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Rob
Virginia
Location :
Virginia
Age: 55-65
Favorite Subject: Portrait
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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Yes, you can. IMHO that so do the SB700, SB800, SB910 and the SU-800 commander unit. Also, if you're serious to macro to the point of having such expensive speedlights like the SB900 and R1 units, consider upgrading from the D5000 to it's "professional version" , the D90, which is essentially the same camera with the inclusion of a focusing motor (that will allow you to autofocus the best macro lens in the world, Nikon's 200mm AF-D micro. The D5000's lacks a built in focusing motor, required to focus AF-D lenses) and a CLS compatible built-in flash unit (that can command the R1 by itself, without an external commander. See the attached picure) - or even better, the "dream DX" D7000, whose price has lowered considerably.Sample Photos & Videos
Jan 3, 2012 by
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CuritibaBrasil
Curitiba, Brazil.
Location :
Curitiba, Brazil.
Age: 35-44
Favorite Subject: Family & Friends
Nikon Family: 21+ years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Semi-professional photographer
R1 Wireless Close-Up Speedlight System
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Will the R1 attach to the older AF Micro 60mm f/2.8D?
I'm not sure which Micro lens to buy for doing close-up work.
6 months ago
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SST-Tim
Los Angeles, CA, USA
Location :
Los Angeles, CA, USA
Age: Over 65
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 21+ years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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Yes it will, however beinfs as its not internal focus you have to be careful when focusing as the weight can be a problem, this can be solved by using the UR-5 adaptor ring that is specifically designed for the earlier 60mm to mount the SX-1 ring.Has staff answer
R1 Wireless Close-Up Speedlight System
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Which one should I buy, R1 or R1C1 to use on D800?
5 months ago
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enmemo
Turkey
Location :
Turkey
Age: 35-44
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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The R1 comes supplied with two SB-R200 Speedlights, and the R1C1 features include; two SB-R200 Speedlights and the SU-800 Wireless Speedlight Commander.
R1 Wireless Close-Up Speedlight System
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does this work with d7000 or do you need r1c1? does the sb29 ring flash work with the d7000 as well?
5 months ago
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Anonymous
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You can use R1, D700 has built in commander. Not too familier the SB29
R1 Wireless Close-Up Speedlight System
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Will this speed light system fit/work with my D3100?
4 months, 2 weeks ago
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Anonymous
Age: 25-34
Favorite Subject: Portrait
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Semi-professional photographer
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No, you need the R1C1, D3100 does not have a built in commander mode.3 months, 1 week ago
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JB
North Carolina
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North Carolina
Age: 45-54
Favorite Subject: Landscape
Nikon Family: 21+ years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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Yes
I'm looking to use this for nightlife shooting, since I'm always in tight spots it might work great. Only concern is will it cause vignetting at 24mm on a Full Frame Sensor? I feel the mounting system my effect the framing. Thanks.
2 months ago
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Anonymous
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Role: Professional photographer
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I think for a definite answer contact service and support.I own this system, use it with a D2X which is not full frame, and use it on my 17-35mm 2.8 Nikkor, the ring attachment screws into filter threads and it does not etend much more than my hood for my lens.
I have never experienced vignetting with my set up.
Hope this helps... I looked under all tech specs for this system and could not find your answer..
Jun 6, 2012 by
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NikonD
Sedona, AZ, USA
Location :
Sedona, AZ, USA
Age: 45-54
Favorite Subject: Sports
Nikon Family: 11-20 years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Semi-professional photographer
1 month, 3 weeks ago
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Anonymous
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It will work but you will need the SU-800 to control it as the D3200 has no built in flash commander.
For macro work (105mm), mostly flowers and insects.
3 weeks, 2 days ago
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Steve
New Jersey
Location :
New Jersey
Age: Over 65
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 21+ years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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Yes, as long as its in commander mode.
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