Nikon SB-400 AF Speedlight for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras
The SB-400 gives photographers the opportunity to enjoy brighter and more natural lighting for images taken using a flash. It is designed to suit entry-level digital SLR users while also suitable for more experienced users. Those who have a camera within the D2 series will also benefit from the convenient portable flash unit. The SB-400 offers a guide number of 30 (ISO 200, m), and effortless bounce flash function and is controlled in i-TTL and the D40's M (manual) mode. Flash shooting distance range from 2 and up to 66 feet Electronic construction - Automatic Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistor (IGBT) and series circuitry Guide number - (at 18mm zoom-head position, 20 degrees C/68 degrees F) 30m per 98.4 feet Angle of coverage - Light distribution covers an 18mm lens when mounted on a Nikon DX format digital SLR camera (27mm lens when mounted on an F6 35mm SLR) Flash shooting distance range - 2 to 66 feet (Varies depending on the ISO sensitivity, zoom-head position, and lens aperture in use) Flash mode - i-TTL, M (manual with the D40 only) Flash exposure control set on the camera - Slow-sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction in slow sync, rear-curtain sync flash, FV lock flash, manual flash (with Nikon Creative Lighting System digital and 35mm SLR cameras) Bounce capability - Flash head tilts up to 90 degrees with click-stops at 0, 60, 75, 90 degrees Power Source - Two AA batteries (1.5V or lower) Flashes/Recycling time at full output - Alkaline-manganese (1.5V) 140/3.9 sec, Lithium (1.5V) 250/4.2 sec, Oxyride (1.5V) 150/3.1 sec, Ni-MH rechargeable (1.5V, 2600 mAh) 210/2.5 sec Lights up when the SB-400 is recharged and ready to fire. Blinks to indicate insufficient light, insufficient battery power and incompatibility of camera with SB-400 Flash duration - Approximately 1/1300th second at full output Mounting foot lever lock - Provides secure attachment to the camera accessory
Nikon SB-400 AF Speedlight for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras Accessories
 Nikon ML-L3 Wireless Remote Control for Nikon D40, D40x, D60 & D80 Digital SLR Cameras
Nikon D40 6.1MP Digital SLR Camera Kit with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor Lens
Tiffen 52mm UV Protection Filter
Nikon 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED IF AF-S DX VR Zoom Nikkor Lens
Nikon EN-EL9 Rechargeable Li-ion Battery for Nikon D40 and D40x Digital SLR Cameras
Nikon 7072 Lens Pen Cleaning System
Sto-Fen Omni-Bounce for the Nikon SB-400 Flash
Nikon 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 G ED-IF AF-S VR DX Zoom-Nikkor Lens
Nikon D40/D40x Digital Field Guide
Dot Line STO-FEN Omni-Bounce OM-400 for Nikon SB-400 Speedlight Flash
Nikon SB-400 AF Speedlight for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras Reviews
A larger unit may be better for a pro but for an amateur this unit is handy, compact, and much easier to use. Have not used it to a great amount yet but what I have done has shown a great addition to the cameras function.
If you cannot decide between Nikon D40 and D60, take the D40 and buy this flash for the saved money. Indoor pictures look just brilliant, when the flash is turned up to the ceiling. This is a really great item. No more white and shiny faces, long live the true colors.
It is also not compatible with the CLS that Nikon is famous for. It does not however rotate sidways to allow side bounce. This is a great little flash for the 40, 40x, and 60. If light weight and low cost are paramount the sb-400 is great, if not at least consider the sb-600 or it's bigger brothers. It gives you the ability to bounce the flash upwards to reduce the dreaded white face of normal flash. That said, it is much better than the built in flash but does not compare to the sb-600, sb-800, or sb-900.
Great job Nikon. Matches well with my D300. Works great even bouncing off cathedral ceilings and large spaces. What a great job this little flash does. More powerful than you would think.
I am not a pro but carry my Nikon D40 all over for impromptu shots. I am not into HEAVY so the camera and flash must be lightweight and provide the technology for exceptional shots. I recommended this flash for all the reasons above and no negatives. Jimmy 6000 The SB-400 is small enough to carry around and does exactly what I want when I need a flash.
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