Nikon SB-27 instruction manual Flash operation in Manual M mode For

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Flash operation in Manual (M) mode (For

With the SB-27's flash mode selector set to “M,” light output can be manually controlled.

—Indicator bar “¡” in the LCD panel shows the approximate flash shooting distance range. To determine the correct aperture value, see page 46 on “Guide numbers for determining the correct aperture.”

1 Set the camera's exposure mode to aperture-priority auto (A) or manual (M).

SLOW

SREAR

ISO

F90X/N90s LCD panel shown

2 Set the SB-27's flash mode selector to “M”.

TTL		f t		m
		60		18
A	M mm	30		9

	ZOOM	15		4
M
	ISO	7	2
		4	1
		2	0.6

In Manual (M) mode, confirm that the ƒ indicator appears in the LCD panel.

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Contents SB-27 Foreword Please check which group your camera belongs toCamera groups Ⅲ*4About this manual Tips on using the Speedlight Take some trial shotsUse only Nikon-approved equipment Contents Close-up flash operation in Auto mode Speedlight parts LCD panel indications TTLPreparations for Installing batteries Standby function Setting the standby functionTo turn the SB-27’s power on again Cameras in Groups I thru VI featuring TTL Auto FlashCameras in Group VII without TTL Auto Flash For F50-Series/N50, F-601/N6006, and F-601M/N6000Attaching the SB-27 to the camera Adjusting the flash head Selecting a measurement system meters/feet Ready-light Ready-light comes on when charging is completedReady-light blinks when flash fires at its maximum output Replace batteries with a fresh setReady-light comes on when the SB-27 is ready to fire Test firing with the open-flash buttonWith cameras in Groups III thru Setting ISO film speedWith cameras in Groups I Set the ISO film speed manually as followsSetting zoom-head position Press the Zoom button to adjust the zoom-head position Other camera/lens combinationsBasic flash operation Selecting a flash mode TTLProcedures Camera settings Metering system*2Lens in use TTL If ready- light is ON, release shutterCamera settings Lens Use Nikkor lenses With built-in CPU Nikkor lenses Without built-in CPU*4Metering system *2 Exposure Mode*5 Distance rangeSystem Camera settingsLens in use Available flash Nikkor lenses Without built-inExposure Mode Shooting distance rangeGroup III F-601/N6006, F-601M/N6000 ShootingCameras Exposure mode Group IV F60-Series/N60, F50-Series/N50, F-401x/N5005 Shooting If ready- light is ON, release shutterOther Nikkor lenses Standard TTL Lens Available flash Cameras Use OperationNikon Series E lenses Flash Auto a Manual M Flash Auto a Manual MGroup V F-501/N2020, F-301/N2000 Set the lens to its minimum aperture highest f-numberNikkor lenses Auto S With built-in CPU Lens in use Available flash CamerasProgrammed TTL Auto Auto P Flash Aperture PriorityGroup V F-401s/N4004s, F-401/N4004 Available flash Operation Standard TTL Flash Group VI FM3A, FA, FE2, FG, Nikonos Flash operation in Auto mode Cameras in Group Non-TTL Auto FlashF3-Series, F55-Series/N55-Series, New FM2, FM10, FE10 Aperture-priority Auto a Manual MIf the ready-light blinks after shooting Advanced flash Operation Bounce flash Multiple flashFlash operation in Manual M mode For Cameras in all groups Press the M button to choose the desired light outputFlash operation in Manual M mode For cameras Other camera/lens combinationsAll groups Number of continuous flash frames in Manual M Flash modeSafety range in continuous firing Synchronization in continuous shootingTo calculate the shooting distance Adjustment factors for other ISO film speedsTo calculate a correct aperture Guide number at ISO 100 for m/ftAutofocus flash operation in dim light Autofocus flash operation in dim light Bounce flash operation Built-in diffuser cardNikkor lenses 35mm and longer Nikkor lenses 24mm and longerSet the built-in bounce flash adapter as shown Procedures for bounce flash operation Set the SB-27s flash mode selector to AutoSet up the built-in bounce flash adapter Highlight your subject’s eyes using bounced flash To set up the diffuser cardClose-up flash operation in Auto mode Two methods are possibleUsable lenses are limited Other notesClose-up flash operation in Auto mode Cameras in Groups Procedures with the SB-27 mounted on the cameraThru ISO film speed and coefficientIf the ready-light blinks for 3 seconds after shooting, see Close-up flash operation in Auto mode Cameras Close-up flash operation using a TTL Remote CordGroups I thru Exposure compensation for flash photography Setting method varies depending on the camera Setting exposure compensation for flashSetting exposure compensation on the SB-27 Cameras in Groups ICanceling exposure compensation Exposure compensation for flash photographyCameras in Group Multiple flash operation-using more than one Speedlight Cameras in GroupTTL multiple flash operation procedures Multiple flash operation- Cameras in Groups I thruVI and F3-Series cameras Cameras in Groups I thruSpeedlight coefficients System chart for TTL multiple flash GroupF3-Series cameras Slave flash unitManual multiple flash operation procedures Usable remote cords optional SeeSetting and canceling Forced TTL mode/Forced a mode Forced TTL modeSetting Forced TTL and Forced a modes Forced a modeCanceling Forced TTL and Forced a modes Red-eye reduction control Other information Using an external power source Available external power source optional SeeConnecting the SB-27 to a camera with a sync cord Usable sync cords SC-11, SC-15 optional SeeFA, FE2, FG, and Nikonos FM3A, New FM2Troubleshooting OFFOptional accessories TTL Flash Unit Coupler AS-17 for F3-Series cameras Optional accessoriesModulate Remote Control Set ML-2 DC Unit SD-7Never disassemble Tips on Speedlight careAvoid physical shocks Keep the SB-27 away from waterMaintenance Tips on Speedlight careStorage Page Using the SB-27 in low temperatures About NiCd batteriesGlossary of terms 3D Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill-Flash Glossary of termsTTL High-Speed Sync Flash Autofocus assist illuminationCatchlight Center-Weighted/Spot Fill-FlashBounce flash operation Flash exposure compensationMatrix Balanced Fill Flash Front-curtain sync flashGuide Number Monitor PreflashNon-TTL auto flash Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill-flashMultiple flash operation Programmed TTL Auto FlashRed-eye reduction Standard TTL FlashSync shutter speed Specifications VerticalSpecifications 1000 sec. at 1/1 full output