Lighting simplicity

The right lighting can transform an everyday shot into an extraordinary memory. Even if your camera has a pop-up flash, an external Speedlight provides capabilities and control that every shooter can appreciate—so much more than simply illuminating a dimly lit scene. The compact, lightweight SB-300 Speedlight makes it easier than ever to harness the power of a Nikon Speedlight. With its simple operation, excellent performance and approachable price tag, the SB-300 Speedlight belongs in the camera bag of every D-SLR or accessory-shoe equipped COOLPIX owner. Take control of the lighting around you.

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Tech Specs

  • Guide Number

    Guide Number

    18 m/59 ft. (at ISO 100)
  • Lens Coverage

    Lens Coverage

    18/27 to 200mm (DX/FX-format, Automatic mode)
  • Bounce Function (Tilt)

    Bounce Function (Tilt)

    Flash head tilts up to 120° with click stops at 0°, 60°, 90°, 120°
  • Approx. Dimensions (Width x Height x Depth)

    Approx. Dimensions (Width x Height x Depth)

    2.3 in.57.4 mm x 2.6 in.65.4 mm x 2.5 in.62.3 mm
  • Approx. Weight (Without Batteries)

    Approx. Weight (Without Batteries)

    3.4 oz.97 g
  • Guide Number
    18 m/59 ft. (at ISO 100)
  • Electronic Construction
    Automatic Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistor (IGBT) and series circuitry
  • Flash Exposure Control
    i-TTL Balanced Fill-Flash with CLS compatible cameras
  • Lens Coverage
    18/27 to 200mm (DX/FX-format, Automatic mode)
  • Other Available Functions
    Test Firing, Monitor Pre-flashes, Bounce capability
  • Bounce Function (Tilt)
    Flash head tilts up to 120° with click stops at 0°, 60°, 90°, 120°
  • Minimum Recycling Time
    3.5 sec. (approx.) with Ni-MH batteries, 4.0 sec. (approx.) with Alkaline-manganese (1.5V) batteries
  • Required Power Source
    Two AAA-size batteries
  • Ready Light
    Back
  • Minimum Number of Flashes / Recycling Time
    70 or more (1.5V Alkaline-manganese), 110 or more (Ni-MH batteries)
  • Approx. Dimensions (Width x Height x Depth)
    2.3 in.57.4 mm x 2.6 in.65.4 mm x 2.5 in.62.3 mm
  • Approx. Weight (Without Batteries)
    3.4 oz.97 g

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