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Professional i-TTL Speedlight compatible with Nikon FX and DX format SLRs, and part of the Nikon Creative Lighting System. This powerful Speedlight offers photographers extensive creative opportunities for their flash photography. Three illumination patterns - Center-weighted, Even and Standard - provide total control over flash coverage and it covers a class-leading auto zoom range of 17-200mm in just 1.2 seconds.Advanced features include a booster circuit that enables high-speed recycling using four AA-type batteries and a built-in thermal protection system to warn of excessive heat build up. The SB-900 can automatically detect the presence of a fluorescent or incandescent color filter and transmit this information to the attached camera's white balance setting, and its firmware can be upgraded via the camera body.
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- High-quality flash for standalone use or as part of a comprehensive lighting system- Commander mode controls up to 3 Speedlight groups or unlimited individual Speedlights
- 4 wireless channel options; prominent master and remote control switch for wireless operation
- Auto power zoom coverage ranges from 17 to 200mm (FX format) to 12 to 200mm (DX format)
- 3 light distribution patterns; measures 3 x 5.7 x 4.7 inches (W x H x D) and weighs 14.6 ounces
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By Thomas R. Sweet (Tampa, FL USA)
I've been using my new SB-900 with a Nikon D3S and have great results. I previously used an SB-800 and liked that unit very much. I had not heard anything about the thermal cutoff until reading a couple of reviews on Amazon, so I gave my unit a test. I could not duplicate any cutoff problem. I use it as delivered and did not turn off any thermal protection. I fired it multiple times and it recycled very quickly and never hesitated. The recycle time is faster than my SB-800 with the extra battery add-on.
By S. S. Malhotra (Norwalk, CT)
Great flash, and my second entry into the Nikon CLS system.
I needed something to work wirelessly with my D200 using the commander mode (remember to also purchase the Nikon SG-31R IR Panel for Built-in Flash Repl - Nikon 4905 to mount over your built in flash so you can wirelessly trigger the remote flash), something with a bit reach, and FAST recharge time.
For a naive user, the SB900's menus are a GOD sent - easy, quick, intuitive, the way it should've been.
There is some buzz on the web that early adopters had flashes that overheated and would shut down during events. . .how to combat the problem? Use Sanyo Eneloop 4 Pack AA NiMH Pre-Charged Rechargable Batteries w/ Charger, or get the battery pack for the SB900, which attaches with a wire and reduces recharge time and disperses heat better.
I personally have never had a problem with my SB900 recycling fast and overheating.
Looking forward to Nikon updating the SB600 with this user interface!
Worth buying.
By Gene A. Smith
It is just the thing for the Nikon DSLR. So much better than the SB800. This item is a must have for all camera owners.
By Fernando Valenzuela (Houston, TX USA)
I recently used for a big Weeding with a Nikon D300, worked well but after 50 pictures in a full mode got overheated and the automatic function turned off the flash, I will recomend a back up flash for special ocasions. I used with regular AA batteries lasted about 200 pictures. The motor is quiet and very useful when tele is used. Size wise is some what big and heavy, coverage is great.
Pricy as all Nikon product but well made.
By R. Adams (Paradise Valley, AZ)
Before I bought this flash, it seems most reviews were about thermal shutdown. Well, I've now owned my SB-900 for roughly 6 months and here is yet another take on the issue.
"Thermal Shutdown" is an alarm system built into the SB-900 to shut the flash down from further use. It happens when it is too hot and is shut down for a few minutes.
I shoot car auctions and car museums. I have spent days and days with this flash and love it. Yes, I have had it shut down on me several times over the last months. The first time it happened, it was a total panic. I thought the naysayers were right and the flash was a dud. Well looking back, all my thermal shutdowns have all happened when I really pushed the flash in a rush. It has since become easy to gauge how hot the flash is getting and how close I am getting to the shutdown point other than looking at the thermostat. (yes, there is a thermostat btw on the flash).
The thernal shutdown serves a purpose on this flash and it is easy to live with.
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