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Autofocus Speedlight User's Manual Nikon Manual Viewer 2 Install the Nikon Manual Viewer 2 app on your smartphone or tablet to view Nikon digital camera manuals, anytime, anywhere. Nikon Manual Viewer 2 can be downloaded free of charge from the App Store and Google Play. En - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 2
About the SB-910 and This User's Manual A Thank you for purchasing the Nikon Speedlight SB-910. To get the most out of your Speedlight, please read this user's manual thoroughly before use. Keep this manual handy for quick reference. Preparation How to find what you are looking for i Table of - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 3
are missing, inform the store where the SB-910 was purchased or the seller immediately. ❑ Speedlight Stand AS-21 ❑ Nikon Diffusion Dome SW-13H ❑ Fluorescent Filter SZ-2FL ❑ Incandescent Filter SZ-2TN ❑ Soft Case SS-910 ❑ User's manual (this manual) ❑ A collection of example photos ❑ Warranty card - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 4
Preparation About the SB-910 and This User's Manual A About the SB-910 The SB-910 is a high-performance Speedlight compatible with Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS) with a guide number of 34/48 (ISO 100/200, m) (111.5/157.5, ft) (at the 35 mm zoom head position in Nikon FX format with standard - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 5
t Tips on identifying CPU NIKKOR lenses A CPU lenses have CPU contacts. CPU contacts • The SB-910 cannot be used with IX-Nikkor lenses. Preparation A-5 - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 6
About the SB-910 and This User's Manual A Terminology ■ Default settings Function and mode settings at the time of purchase ■ Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS) A lighting system that enables various flash photography functions with improved communication between Nikon Speedlights and cameras - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 7
lens and camera information ■ Non-TTL auto flash mode Auto flash mode without TTL; the Speedlight measures the reflected flash Manual flash mode Flash mode in which the flash output level and aperture are manually set to obtain the desired exposure ■ Repeating flash mode Flash mode in which the Speedlight - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 8
Preparation About the SB-910 and This User's Manual A ■ Step A unit of the shutter speed or aperture change; made by halving/doubling shutter speed or aperture ■ Wireless multiple flash-unit photography Flash photography with multiple wireless flash units simultaneously firing Master flash unit The flash - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 9
objective. A Flash photography 1 (with SB-910 mounted on camera) Question Which flash mode can I take pictures with? Key phrase Flash modes 0B C-1 of Speedlight? Flash compensation Color compensation filters Color filters E E-17 E-12 F E-12 How can I use autofocus in dim lighting? AF-assist - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 10
Flash photography 2 (with wireless SB-910) Preparation Question How do I take pictures using multiple flash units? How do I take pictures of a fast-moving subject using wireless multiple flash-unit photography? How do I take pictures with the SB-910 I use in the Speedlight? Compatible battery B-7 - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 11
About the SB-910 and This User's Manual A-2 Q&A Index A-9 B For Your Safety A-14 Check before Use A-19 B Operation C Speedlight Parts B-1 Function Buttons B-5 Basic Operations B-6 Settings and the LCD B-12 D Custom Functions and Settings B-13 C Flash Modes i-TTL Mode C-1 E Auto - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 12
Operation E-4 Taking Close-up Photographs E-9 Flash Photography with Color Filters E-12 Flash Photography Support Functions E-17 • Flash compensation E-17 • Power zoom function E-18 • AF-assist illumination E-19 • ISO sensitivity manual setting E-21 • Test firing E-21 • Modeling - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 13
H Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information A Troubleshooting H-1 Guide Number, Aperture and Flash-to-subject Distance H-4 B Tips on Speedlight Care H-5 Notes on Batteries H-7 About the LCD Panel H-8 Updating Firmware H-9 C Optional Accessories H-10 Specifications H-13 Index - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 14
the batteries and be sure that you do not touch any of the product's electrical components, and then bring the flash unit to your local Nikon dealer or authorized service center for repair. 5. If you detect heat, smoke or notice a burning smell, immediately stop operation and remove the batteries to - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 15
Speedlight and then bring the unit to your local Nikon dealer or authorized service clothes igniting from the heat of the flash's firing. 11. Keep small accessories out specified in this user's manual. Batteries other than those battery maker and read the instructions thoroughly. Do not recharge - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 16
For Your Safety A CAUTIONS for Speedlights 1. Do not touch the flash unit with wet hands, as this could cause an electric shock. Preparation 2. Keep the flash unit away from children to prevent them from putting the unit in or near their mouth, or otherwise touching a dangerous part of the - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 17
your skin. 9. Always follow the warnings and instructions printed on the batteries to avoid activities that sure to use only batteries specified in this user's manual, to avoid the possibility of batteries leaking corrosive liquids flash use, because batteries may generate heat during continuous - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 18
For Your Safety A CAUTION for Batteries Do not throw or apply strong physical shocks to the batteries as this could cause batteries to leak corrosive liquids, generate heat or explode. Preparation Notice for customers in Europe This symbol indicates that electrical and electronic equipment is - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 19
or graduations. Have Nikon spot-check your Speedlight regularly Nikon recommends that you have your Speedlight serviced by an authorized dealer or service center at least once every two years. Use your Speedlight with Nikon equipment The Nikon Speedlight SB-910's performance has been optimized - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 20
10 AF-assist illuminator (0E-19) 11 Flash-ready indicator (in remote mode) (0D-20) 12 External power source terminal (supplied with cover) (0H-11) 13 Light sensor for non-TTL auto flash (0C-5, C-8) 14 External AF-assist illuminator contacts 15 Locking pin 16 Accessory shoe contacts 17 Mounting foot - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 21
18 19 20 21 18 Flash head tilting angle scale (0E-4) 19 Flash head rotating angle scale (0E-4) 20 Sync terminal cover 21 Sync terminal 22 LCD panel (0B-12) 23 Flash-ready indicator (0B-11, D-20) 24 Mounting foot lock lever (0B-8) B 22 23 24 B-2 Operation - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 22
Speedlight Parts 27 28 B 29 Operation 30 25 31 32 33 26 34 25 [MODE] configured • The assigned function or setting for each button differs according to the flash mode and settings of the SB-910. (0B-5) 30 Test firing button • Controls test firing (0E-21) and modeling illumination (0E-21) • The - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 23
2 seconds. B The key lock icon appears on the LCD and the dial and buttons are locked. • The power switch/wireless mode switch for multiple flash units and the test firing button remain unlocked. • To cancel key lock, press function buttons 1 and 2 again simultaneously for 2 seconds. Operation B-4 - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 24
according to the flash mode and settings of the SB-910. Operation B • The assigned function or setting Flash compensation value Flash output level in manual flash mode Amount of underexposure due to insufficient flash output in i-TTL mode Aperture Flash-to-subject distance (in distance-priority manual - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 25
covers basic procedures in i-TTL mode in combination with a CLScompatible camera. v Notes on continuous flash photography • To prevent the SB-910 from overheating, allow it to cool down for at least 10 minutes after 15 times of continuous firing. B • When continuous flash firing is repeated in - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 26
indicator takes to come on 20 seconds or more 10 seconds or more 10 seconds or more • For minimum recycling time and number of flashes for each battery type, refer to "Specifications." (0H-21) • Alkaline battery performance may vary greatly depending on the manufacturer. • 1.5 V R6 (AA-size) carbon - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 27
STEP 2 Attaching the SB-910 to the camera Make sure the SB-910 and the camera body are turned off. Make sure the mounting foot lock lever is on the left (white dot). Slide the SB-910's mounting foot into the camera's accessory shoe. Turn the lock lever to "L." v Lock the Speedlight in place Turn the - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 28
the SB-910's mounting foot from the camera's accessory shoe. Operation • If the SB-910's mounting foot cannot be removed from the camera's accessory shoe, turn the lock lever 90° to the left again, and slide the SB-910 slowly out. • Do not forcibly remove the SB-910. STEP 3 Adjusting the flash - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 29
Operation STEP 4 Turning the SB-910 and camera on Turn the SB-910 and the camera body on. B LCD example • The image below is the SB-910 LCD example under the following conditions: flash mode: i-TTL mode; image area: FX format; illumination pattern: standard; ISO sensitivity: 200; zoom head - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 30
clockwise to display icons of available flash mode on the LCD. • Only available flash modes are displayed on the LCD. • The flash mode can also be selected with the [MODE] button. Make sure that the flashready indicator on the SB-910 or in the camera's viewfinder is on before taking a picture. B-11 - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 31
LCD Icons on the LCD show the status of settings. Displayed icons vary according to selected flash modes and settings. • The basic control of SB-910 functions is as follows: Press a button to highlight the selected item. B Change the setting by rotating the selector dial. Press the [OK] button - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 32
be easily set using the LCD. • Displayed icons vary according to the combination of camera and status of the SB-910. • Functions and settings indicated with grid boxes do not function even though B they can be configured and set. Custom settings Press the [MENU] button to - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 33
Operation Rotate the selector dial to highlight the chosen setting, and then press the [OK] button. • Highlighted while selected B • Press the [OK] button to return display to item selection. Press the [MENU] button to return to normal display. • The LCD returns to normal display. º: - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 34
Operation Custom Functions and Settings Setting My Menu When a custom settings page is displayed, only the custom settings items that are set as My Menu are displayed on the LCD. B • My Menu items can be changed any time. • To display all items, select "FULL" in the My Menu setting in the custom - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 35
Operation t Custom settings page display function and display mode Page display function Custom settings pages can be changed with function buttons 1 and 2. B • The number of pages displayed varies from one to five depending on the settings. • The position of the displayed page is indicated in the - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 36
flash without monitor pre-flashes Non-TTL auto flash with monitor pre-flashes Non-TTL auto flash without monitor pre-flashes Operation Master flash unit repeating flash mode (0D-10) ON: Repeating flash mode on OFF: Repeating flash mode off Flash compensation step in manual flash mode (0C-17) Setting flash - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 37
output level in i-TTL mode (0E-21) M1/128: Approx. 1/128 M1/32: Approx. 1/32 M1/1: Full FX/DX format selection (0A-6) B When the zoom head position is manually set, image area settings can be selected. FX±∞DX: Automatically set according to the camera's image area FX: Nikon FX format (36 - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 38
Operation Custom Functions and Settings ISO sensitivity manual setting (0E-21) Setting ISO sensitivity within the range of between 3 and 8000. 100: ISO 100 B Flash-ready indicator in remote mode (0D-20) Selecting which flash-ready indicator to blink/light up in remote mode to save power REAR, FRONT: - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 39
or not when the built-in wide panel is broken. ON: Zoom head position can be manually set OFF: Zoom head position cannot be manually set B My Menu setting (0B-15) Selecting custom settings display mode FULL: All items displayed MY MENU: Items set as My Menu displayed SET UP: - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 40
adjust flash output levels. • To take pictures using the SB-910 set in i-TTL mode, see "Basic Operations" (0B-6). • Either the i-TTL balanced fill-flash mode or the standard i-TTL mode option is available. C i-TTL balanced fill-flash The flash output level is automatically adjusted for well - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 41
Flash Modes Setting i-TTL mode Press the [MODE] button. Rotate the selector dial to display or . Press the [OK] button C i-TTL mode LCD example : Monitor pre-flashes : i-TTL : Balanced fill-flash C-2 - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 42
pattern, ISO sensitivity, zoom head position and aperture. For more information, see "Specifications." (0H-15) Flash Modes t Auto setting of ISO sensitivity, aperture and focal length When using the SB-910 with a CLS-compatible camera and a CPU lens, ISO sensitivity, aperture and focal length are - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 43
ficient flash output for correct exposure is indicated • When the flash-ready indicators on the SB-910 and in the camera's viewfinder blink for approx. 3 seconds after a picture is taken, underexposure due to insufficient flash output may have occurred. To compensate, use a wider aperture or - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 44
custom settings. (0B-17) • Auto aperture flash with monitor pre-flashes is the default setting of the non-TTL auto flash mode option. • When no aperture information is transmitted to the SB-910, the flash mode is automatically set to non-TTL auto flash. Press the [MODE] button. Rotate the selector - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 45
Modes t Monitor pre-flashes • Monitor pre-flashes can be activated or canceled as a non-TTL auto flash mode option in the custom settings. (0B-17) • Flash output is controlled more accurately with monitor pre-flashes. The SB-910 emits monitor pre-flashes before actual firing to obtain reflected - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 46
on, and then shoot. Flash Modes v When insufficient flash output for correct exposure is indicated When the flash-ready indicators on the SB-910 and in the camera's Speedlight under the same conditions and with the same Speedlight and camera settings before taking the actual picture. • When the flash- - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 47
flash measures the flash that is reflected on the subject, and the SB-910 controls the flash output level according to the reflected flash data. Setting non-TTL auto flash mode Non-TTL auto flash mode can be set as a non-TTL auto flash mode option in the custom settings. (0B-17) C • The default - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 48
Modes Non-TTL Auto Flash Mode t Monitor pre-flashes • Monitor pre-flashes can be activated or canceled as a non-TTL auto flash mode option in the custom settings. (0B-17) • Flash output is controlled more accurately with monitor pre-flashes. The SB-910 emits monitor pre-flashes before actual firing - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 49
non-TTL auto flash mode flash output distance. Press the [OK] button. Set the same aperture in the lens or camera as the Speedlight. Confirm the flash-ready indicator is on, and then shoot. v When insufficient flash output for correct exposure is indicated When the flash-ready indicators on the SB-910 - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 50
Non-TTL Auto Flash Mode t Checking exposure before taking a picture Test fire the Speedlight under the same conditions and with the same Speedlight and camera settings before taking the actual picture. • When the flash-ready indicators blink after test firing, underexposure due to insufficient - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 51
, when the flash-to-subject distance value is entered, the SB-910 automatically controls flash output level according to the camera settings. Setting distance-priority manual flash mode Distance-priority manual flash is not possible when the SB-910's flash head is tilted up or rotated to the right or - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 52
shoot. Flash-to-subject distance range in distance-priority manual flash mode • Flash-to-subject flash-to- subject distance. E.g., if the flash-to-subject distance is 2.7 m, select 2.5 m. v When insufficient flash output for correct exposure is indicated When the flash-ready indicators on the SB-910 - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 53
SB-910's flash head is tilted or rotated while in distance-priority manual flash mode • When the Speedlight is used in distance-priority manual flash mode and the flash head is tilted up or rotated to the right or left, the flash mode will automatically change to auto aperture flash mode or non-TTL - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 54
preferences. • Underexposure due to insufficient flash output is not indicated in manual flash mode. Setting manual flash mode C Press the [MODE] button. Rotate the selector dial to display . Press the [OK] button. Flash Modes Manual flash mode LCD example Flash output level Effective flash output - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 55
as well. • Make the flash-to-subject distance equal to the effective flash output distance indicated. Confirm the flash-ready indicator is on, and then shoot. t When no lens aperture information is transmitted When lens aperture information is not transmitted to the SB-910, aperture can be set with - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 56
Manual Flash Mode ■ Setting the flash output level Highlight the flash output level, and then rotate the selector dial to change the flash output level. Selector dial rotated counterclockwise Selector dial rotated clockwise 1/1 Flash output level: large 1/1 C 1/2 1/2 -0.3 +0.7 -0.7 +0.3 - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 57
In repeating flash mode, the SB-910 fires repeatedly during a single exposure, creating stroboscopic multiple-exposure effects. • Be sure to use fresh or fully charged batteries and allow enough time for the flash unit to recycle between each repeating flash session. • Because of the lower shutter - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 58
number and frequency of flash firings • The number of flash firings is the number of times the flash fires per frame. • The frequency of flash firings is the number of times the flash fires per second. • The number of flash firings is the maximum number of times the Speedlight fires when the camera - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 59
, and then press the [OK] button. • Flash output level can be changed with C function button 2. • Flash output level can be set between M1/8 and M1 choose the frequency, and then press the [OK] button. Determine the guide number according to the flash output level and the zoom head position. - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 60
set the camera's aperture accordingly. • To determine the f-number, see "Guide Number, Aperture and Flash-to-subject Distance." (0H-4) • Aperture cannot be set with the SB-910. • The effective flash output distance that matches the flash output level and aperture is displayed. Set the camera shutter - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 61
conditions and with the same Speedlight and camera settings before taking the actual picture. C v Exposure compensation in repeating flash mode • Overexposure occurs in repeating flash mode when the actual flash-to-subject distance is equal to the effective flash output distance determined using the - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 62
-unit Photography D Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography SB-910 Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography Setup With the SB-910, Advanced Wireless Lighting and SU-4 type wireless multiple flashunit photography are possible. The SB-910's default wireless mode for multiple flash units is Advanced - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 63
activates the flash units. • The SB-910 mounted on a camera is the master flash unit. • Up to three groups (A, B, C) of remote flash units can be set up. • Single or several remote flash units can be allocated for one group. • The master flash unit and each remote flash unit group can operate with - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 64
SB-910 Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography Setup SU-4 type wireless multiple flash-unit photography D Remote flash units Master flash unit mounted on the camera Remote flash units start firing triggered by the master flash unit firing (in AUTO mode or M mode). Remote flash units stop firing - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 65
4) SU-4 type wireless multiple flash-unit photography Flash mode • Auto aperture flash*1 • Non-TTL auto flash*1 • Distance-priority manual flash • Manual flash • AUTO (auto) • M (manual) • OFF (flash function canceled) Flash compensation Possible - *1 The SB-910 operates in auto aperture flash mode - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 66
Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography SB-910 Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Functions v Notes on canceling the master flash unit flash function When the master flash unit flash function is canceled and only the remote flash - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 67
-unit Photography Setting the Master Flash Unit Set the power switch/ wireless mode switch for multiple flash units to [MASTER]. • Turn the switch while holding down the lock release in the center. D Master mode LCD example (i-TTL mode) Master flash unit flash mode and flash compensation value Channel - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 68
Setting the Remote Flash Unit Set the power switch/ wireless mode switch for multiple flash units to [REMOTE]. • Turn the switch while LCD example (Advanced Wireless Lighting) Remote mode Group Channel Sound monitor Remote flash unit zoom head position Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography D-7 - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 69
Taking a picture with Advanced Wireless Lighting 1. Master flash unit setting (flash mode, flash compensation value and channel) [Setting i-TTL mode and channel 1 (example)] Press function button 2 to highlight . Press the [MODE] button, choose [TTL] with the selector dial, and then press the - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 70
channel number with the selector dial, and then press the [OK] button. • Be sure to choose the same channel number as set on the master flash unit. Press function button 1 to highlight the zoom head position, choose a zoom head position with the selector dial, and then press the [OK] button - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 71
photography Repeating flash photography is possible in Advanced Wireless Lighting. • Repeating flash mode can be activated in the custom settings. (0B-17) Repeating flash mode LCD example Repeating flash mode Flash output level Number of flash firings Channel Frequency of flash firings D Master flash - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 72
the SB-910 operates in repeating flash mode, the flash function can be activated (ON) or canceled (OFF). There is no other repeating flash mode option. • The master flash unit and remote flash units operate with the same flash output level, number and frequency of flash firings. • To set the flash - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 73
-unit Photography SU-4 type wireless multiple flash-unit photography is particularly suited to photographing fast-moving subjects. Setting SU-4 type wireless multiple flash-unit photography Set the SU-4 type wireless multiple flash-unit photography in custom settings. (0B-17) Set the power switch - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 74
flash-unit photography. • The SB-910 does not emit monitor pre-flashes when used in master mode. • When the master flash unit is not the SB-910, make sure the master flash unit monitor pre-flash function is canceled. See the master flash unit user's manual for instructions on how to cancel this - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 75
in sync with the master flash unit. • Total flash output level of the master and remote flash units is controlled. • The maximum distance the SB-910's light sensor can detect is approx. 7 m (23 ft) in front of the master flash unit. (manual) mode: • In M mode, the remote flash units start firing in - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 76
them to fire accidentally. Always turn the power off when not in use. Taking a picture with SU-4 type wireless multiple flash-unit photography 1. Remote flash unit setting (flash mode and zoom head position) D [Setting AUTO mode (example)] Press the [MODE] button, choose "AUTO" with the selector dial - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 77
mode is AUTO (auto), set the master flash unit flash mode to auto aperture flash, nonTTL auto flash, distance-priority manual flash or manual flash. (0D-4) • When the remote flash unit flash mode is M (manual), set the master flash unit flash mode to manual flash. Confirm the flash-ready indicator is - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 78
unit setting • The standby function of the SB-910, SB-900, SB-800, SB-700, SB-600, SB-500 and SB-R200 is canceled when remote mode is set. Make sure that there is sufficient battery power. • Set the zoom head position of the remote flash units wider than the angle of view, so that the subject will - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 79
-unit Photography • As a basic guide, the effective distance between the master and remote flash units is approx. 10 m (33 ft) or less in the front position, and approx. 7 m (23 ft) at both sides (in Advanced Wireless Lighting). These ranges - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 80
sensor for non-TTL auto flash. • Use the provided Speedlight Stand AS-21 for stable placement of remote flash units. Attach and detach the SB-910 to and from the AS-21 in the same way it is attached to/detached from the camera's accessory shoe. D • Be sure to press the master flash unit test firing - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 81
The sound monitor can be used to check the operational status of a remote flash unit. This function can be activated or canceled with function button 3. • When the SB-910 is used in remote mode, either of the flash-ready indicators can be turned off in the custom settings to reduce power consumption - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 82
Checking Status in Wireless Multiple Flash-unit Photography Master flash unit Flash-ready indicator Remote flash unit Flash-ready indicator Sound monitor Speedlight status The remote flash unit light sensor has failed to receive the command D Goes out and Quickly blinks lights up when for - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 83
the SB-910 functions that support flash photography and camera functions. • For detailed information regarding camera functions and settings, refer to the camera user's manual. Switching illumination patterns (0E-2) Bounce flash operation (0E-4) Taking close-up photographs (0E-9) Flash photography - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 84
is most illuminated, while the edges are darker. The SB-910 provides three types of illumination patterns with different light falloff without light falloff at the edges. The center-weighted pattern provides larger guide numbers at the center of the image than the standard illumination pattern ( - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 85
to change the illumination pattern. • The selected illumination pattern is indicated with an icon on the LCD. Standard E Even Center-weighted t When the Nikon Diffusion Dome is attached or the built-in wide panel is in use Press function button 1 to change the illumination pattern. • The zoom - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 86
be reduced. • The shadows can be softened further using the Nikon Diffusion Dome. • For more details and comparative example photos, see the separate booklet "A collection of example photos." Setting the flash head Tilt or rotate the SB-910's flash head by holding down E the flash head tilting - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 87
be influenced by the color of the reflecting surface. • Take care not to let light from the flash unit illuminate the subject directly. • The effective distance between the flash head and the reflecting surface is approx. 1 m to 2 m (3.3 ft to 6.6 ft) depending on photographic conditions. • If the - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 88
Diffusion Dome • By attaching the included Nikon Diffusion Dome over the flash head, light can be further diffused during bounce flash photography to create extremely soft light with virtually no shadow. • The same effect can be achieved with the camera in either horizontal or vertical position - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 89
Zoom head position indicator • When the Nikon Diffusion Dome is attached, the zoom head function button 1. (0E-3) Taking a picture with bounce flash Set the flash mode. • Set the flash mode i-TTL, auto aperture flash or non-TTL auto flash. E Camera's LCD Set the camera's aperture, shutter - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 90
wider aperture (smaller f-number) should be used. Adjust according to results. • When the flash head is adjusted to other than the forward-facing position, the SB-910 LCD does not display the effective flash output distance range indicator. To ensure correct exposure, first confirm the effective - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 91
the lower part of the subject in close-up photography. • The bounce-down icon appears when the flash head is tilted down. 0° • With the built-in wide panel, the flash 7° from the SB-910 is diffused. This softens shadows and prevents overexposure on faces, etc. Bounce-down icon • When using - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 92
• To replace the built-in wide panel, lift it up and slide it into the flash head as far as it will go. Zoom head position indicator • When the built-in panel breaks, the zoom head position can be set manually. This is done by selecting the " " icon in the custom settings (0B-20) and choosing " - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 93
Functions Taking close-ups with bounce-down flash Set the SB-910's flash mode. Position the built-in wide contact your retailer or Nikon representative. • If the built-in wide panel is broken, the zoom head position cannot be set to the desired position. The setting for manual positioning of the zoom - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 94
Flash Photography with Color Filters Color compensation filters, a fluorescent filter and an incandescent filter, are included with the SB-910 for use with flash photography under incandescent/ at SZ-2FL the top. • Place the filter with the Nikon logo facing up, as shown in the diagram. E-12 - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 95
Check the LCD. • Filter type is displayed. • The information is transmitted from the SB-910 to the camera. Fluorescent filter Incandescent filter How to attach SJ-3 color filters (optional) Fold along the line marked on the filter. E Attach the filter - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 96
filter holder on the flash head with the Nikon logo facing up, as shown in the diagram, and insert it into the slit at the top. • Be sure to attach the filter to the filter holder before placing the filter holder on the flash head. Check the LCD. • The filter type is - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 97
adjusted to give the correct color temperature. E • When an SJ-3 color filter is attached to the SB-910, set the camera's white balance to auto, flash or direct sunlight. • When using the SB-910 with a camera not equipped with filter detection (D2 series, D1 series, D200, D100, D80, D70 series - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 98
Flash Photography with Color Filters ■ White balance depends on camera in use Camera Filter D4S, D4, D3X, D3S, D3*1, Df, . *4 Set the camera's white balance and flash compensation value. • Please check the image results and adjust the flash compensation value and other settings accordingly. E-16 - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 99
digital SLR camera with a built-in flash. For details, see the camera user's manual. • If the flash is compensated on both the camera and the Speedlight, the flash output is modified by the sum total of both compensation values. In this case, the SB-910's LCD panel shows only the compensation value - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 100
Flash Photography Support Functions Power zoom function The SB-910 automatically adjusts the zoom head position to Power zoom function activated Zoom head position manually set Power zoom function canceled (zoom head position must be manually set) Nikon Diffusion Dome attached Built-in wide panel - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 101
Speedlight is turned off/on. • To set the zoom head position manually, see "Setting the zoom head position manually" above. AF-assist illumination When light is too low for normal autofocus operation, the SB-910's AF-assist illumination enables autofocus photography. • The SB-910's AF-assist - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 102
's viewfinder even though AFassist illuminator lights up, focus manually. t Using the SB-910 off-camera When using the SB-910 off-camera with the TTL Remote Cord SC-29, autofocus in low light is possible because the SC-29 features an AF-assist illumination function. (0H-10) t For cameras with a built - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 103
is pressed, modeling illuminator fires even when the SB-910 is not set to modeling illumination. For details, see the camera user's manual. ■ Advanced Wireless Lighting (0D-8) • When the master flash unit's test firing button is pressed, activated flash units fire as modeling illuminators at the - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 104
preview button is pressed, only the master flash unit fires as the modeling illuminator. • The remote flash units also fire according to the modeling illumination of the master flash unit, but these are not modeling illuminations. Standby function If the SB-910 and camera are not used for a speci - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 105
except power ON/OFF and custom settings are suspended before the heat can damage the flash panel and body. LCD at normal temperature Thermal cut-out indicator E High temperature • Wait until the SB-910 cools down. • Operation can be resumed once the warning is no longer displayed. • On rare - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 106
in Advanced Wireless Lighting. • Available flash modes are i-TTL, auto aperture flash with monitor pre-flashes, non-TTL auto flash with monitor pre-flashes, distance-priority manual flash and E manual flash. • For effective flash output distance range for i-TTL mode and the guide numbers for auto FP - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 107
lock (FV lock) The SB-910 sets the flash output to locked flash exposure. This maintains the subject's illumination, even if the composition changes. • The flash exposure level (brightness) remains the same even when the aperture is changed or lens is zoomed in and out, because the flash output level - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 108
blur of a moving subject appears behind the subject and not in front. • In front-curtain sync, the flash fires immediately after the front curtain is fully open; in rear-curtain sync, the flash fires moments before the rear curtain starts to close. • Since low shutter speeds are normally used, use - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 109
Flash photography using color filters FV lock Auto FP high-speed sync Red-eye reduction Rear-curtain sync AF-assist illumination Firmware update CLS-compatible cameras Non-CLS-compatible cameras Displayed Not displayed • i-TTL • Auto aperture flash • Non-TTL auto flash • Distance-priority manual - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 110
Using the SB-910 with COOLPIX cameras listed below is possible, although some functions may not be operable. CLS-compatible COOLPIX cameras (A, P7800, P7700, P7100, P7000, P6000) i-TTL-compatible COOLPIX cameras (P5100, P5000, E8800, E8700, E8400) • See the camera user's manual as well. Flash modes - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 111
or Wireless Speedlight Commander SU-800 is mounted on the COOLPIX camera accessory shoe as the master flash unit or commander, and flash units such as the SB-910, SB-900, SB-800, SB-700, SB-600 and SB-500 are set to remote mode. • For more information of camera settings, see the camera user's manual - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 112
. Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information Troubleshooting If a warning indicator appears, use the following chart to determine the cause of the problem before taking the Speedlight to a retailer or Nikon representative for repair. Problems with the SB-910 Problem Cause Solution - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 113
Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information Problem Remote flash unit does not fire. Cause Solution Replace the batteries while the SB-910 is on. • If the problem continues, contact your retailer or Nikon representative. Dials or buttons do not operate. The SB-910 does not operate. Key - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 114
Troubleshooting Tips on Speedlight off the power, remove the batteries, and contact your retailer or Nikon - representative. Use a wider aperture or move the flash unit is turned off. Turn the camera on. - • Turn the SB-910 off and on again. Power zoom function does • If the warning indicator - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 115
Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information Guide Number, Aperture and Flash-to-subject Distance The guide number (GN) relation represented by an equation, guide number (m or ft; for ISO 100) = flash-to-subject distance (m or ft) × aperture f-number. The SB-910's guide number is 34 m (111.5 - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 116
may damage the Speedlight WARNING or cause it to catch fire. Using these agents may also impair your health. Cleaning • Dirt on the flash panel can cause it to break when the flash is fired. Clean the flash panel regularly. • Use a blower brush to remove dirt and dust from the SB-910 and clean it - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 117
Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information Operating location • An extreme temperature change can cause condensation to form inside the SB-910. When subjecting the SB-910 to sudden and extreme temperature changes, place it inside an airtight container such as plastic bag. Leave it inside the - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 118
batteries become hot, the SB-910's safety circuits are activated, cutting off power. This often occurs when the flash unit is operated repeatedly. temperatures and high humidity. • Be sure to read the user's manuals for your rechargeable batteries and battery charger for detailed information on how - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 119
Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information About the LCD Panel Characteristics of the (0B-19) • Even when the LCD panel illumination is canceled in the custom settings, the SB-910's LCD panel illuminator lights up when the camera's control panel illuminator lights up. The LCD panel - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 120
Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information Updating Firmware The latest Nikon firmware can be downloaded from the Nikon website. Firmware is updated through a camera compatible with SB-910 firmware updates. • For users in the U.S.A.: http://www.nikonusa.com/ • For users in Europe and Africa: - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 121
color filters ■ Water Guard WG-AS1, WG-AS2, WG-AS3 Used to protect the camera's accessory shoe contact when the SB-910 is mounted on a Nikon digital SLR camera ■ Wireless Slave Flash Controller SU-4 Useful for wireless multiple flashunit photography, the SU-4 features a built-in, movable light sensor - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 122
and shortens recycling time. Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information Nikon Highperformance Battery Pack SD-9 Power Bracket Unit SK-6/ Nikon DC Unit SK-6A SD-7 Nikon Highperformance Battery Pack SD-8A • Batteries are required in the SB-910 body even when an external power source - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 123
. 550/2.2 - 120 sec. 260/1.5 - 30 sec. 1.5 sec. 250/1.5 - 30 sec. *1 The Speedlight fires at full output once every 30 seconds (120 seconds with lithium batteries). *2 The same type of batteries used with both the SB-910 and the external power source *3 1.5 V LR6 (AA-size) alkaline batteries used - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 124
Available flash mode • i-TTL • Auto aperture flash • Non-TTL auto flash • Distance-priority manual flash • Manual flash • Repeating flash Other available functions Test firing, monitor pre-flashes, AF-assist illumination for multi-point AF and modeling illumination Nikon Creative Lighting System - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 125
and recycling time for each battery type, see H-21 The SB-910 is fully recycled: lights up Insufficient flash output for correct exposure (in i-TTL, auto aperture flash, non-TTL auto flash or distancepriority manual flash mode): blinks The SB-910 is fully recycled: blinks Insufficient flash output for - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 126
) (Speedlight only) Speedlight Stand AS-21, Nikon Diffusion Dome SW-13H, Fluorescent Filter SZ-2FL, Incandescent Filter SZ-2TN, Soft Case SS-910 • flash output distance range (for i-TTL mode, auto aperture flash mode, non-TTL auto flash mode) The effective flash output distance range of the SB-910 - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 127
flash output distance range (m) Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information ■ In FX 0.6 - 0.6 - 0.6 - 0.6 - 0.6 - 0.6 - 0.6 - 0.6 - 0.6 - 0.6 - 0.6 0.7 0.7 0.8 0.9 1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.6 1.6 BA: With the Nikon Diffusion Dome attached WP: With the built-in wide panel in place H H-16 - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 128
Specifications Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information Angle of coverage (in FX format) 27 120 18 25 135 17 24 180*5 15 21 200*5 14 20 H BA: With the Nikon Diffusion Dome attached WP: With the built-in wide panel in place *1 Center-weighted illumination pattern *2 Standard - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 129
number table Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information The SB-910 guide numbers differ depending on the camera's image area, illumination pattern, ISO − 53.5 52 − 200 53 51.5 − 54 52.5 − BA: With the Nikon Diffusion Dome attached WP: With the built-in wide panel in place H-18 - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 130
Speedlight Care and Reference Information Guide number table (in FX format) ■ Standard illumination pattern, at ISO 100; m/ft Zoom head position (mm) Flash 10.2 11.5 12.8 14.1 14.4 14.8 14.8 15.1 15.4 15.4 BA: With the Nikon Diffusion Dome attached WP: With the built-in wide panel in place H-19 - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 131
tables are for when the SB-910 is used with a D3 camera with a 1/500 sec. shutter speed. • Guide number for auto FP high-speed sync varies depending on the camera's shutter speed. For example, when the shutter speed is changed from 1/500 sec. to 1/1000 sec., the guide number decreases 1 step. The - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 132
Tips on Speedlight Care and Reference Information Specifications Min. number of flashes/recycling time for each battery type - 30 sec. * When firing the Speedlight at full output once every 30 seconds (120 seconds with lithium batteries). • While AF-assist illumination, power zoom and LCD panel - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 133
to "Speedlight Parts" (0B-1) for names of parts. A Accessories H-10 Advanced Wireless Lighting .....D-2, D-8 AF-assist illumination E-19 AF-ILL ONLY G-1 CPU lens A-5 Custom settings B-13 D Default settings A-6 Distance-priority manual flash mode C-12 DX format A-6, B-18 E Effective flash output - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 134
Speedlight Care and Reference Information Flash-ready indicator (in remote mode D-20 Fluorescent filter E-12 Frequency of flash firings C-19 Front-curtain sync E-26 Full Menu B-16 Function button B-3 FV lock E-25 FX format A-6, B-18 FX/DX format (image area A-6 G GN (distance-priority manual - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 135
flash-unit photography D-1 Wireless Slave Flash Controller SU-4 H-10 Z Zoom head position E-18 S Selector dial B-3 Slow sync E-25 H Sound monitor D-20 Speedlight Stand AS-21 D-19 Standard (illumination pattern).........E-2 Standard i-TTL C-1 Standby function E-22 Standby function - Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight | Users Manual - English - Page 136
No reproduction in any form of this manual, in whole or in part (except for brief quotation in critical articles or reviews), may be made without written authorization from NIKON CORPORATION. AMA14349 Printed in Europe TT5E05(11) 8MSA4511-05
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