Nikon SB-27 Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill-flash, Multiple flash operation, Non-TTL auto flash

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Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill-flash

This mode automatically controls flash output so as to keep both subject and background perfectly exposed.

The SB-27 fires a series of nearly invisible preflashes or Monitor Preflash, which are detected by the TTL multi-sensor (5-segment sensor) in Group I cameras to help determine the best exposure for both subject and background. This method is most effective in scenes that include: (1) a mirror, white wall or other highly reflective surface, and (2) a subject positioned against an “infinity” background (empty sky, clouds, etc.) With non-D-type AF Nikkor lenses, Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill-Flash will operate.

(Applicable to F5, F100, F90X/N90s, F90-Series/N90, F80-Series/N80-Series, F70-Series/N70)

Multiple flash operation

Flash operation using more than one speedlight to eliminate harsh shadows or to illuminate a distant background.

(Applicable to all camera groups)

Non-TTL auto flash

The light output is automatically controlled to match the flash-to- subject distance measured by the Speedlight’s light sensor.

(Applicable to all camera groups)

Programmed TTL Auto Flash

Simply set the lens to its minimum aperture (highest f-number), and the camera automatically controls the aperture according to the ISO film speed.

(Applicable to F-501/N2020, F-401s/N4004s, F-401/N4004, F-301/N2000)

Rear-curtain sync flash

In this case, the flash fires at a later stage of the exposure, just before the rear shutter curtain starts to close. This is effective for highlighting subject movement at a slow shutter speed. This method turns available light into a stream of light that follows the flash-illuminated moving subject. In front-curtain sync flash, available light turns into a stream of unnatural light that appears before the flash-illuminated moving subject.

(Applicable to F5, F100, F90X/N90s, F90-Series/N90, F80-Series/N80-Series, F70-Series/N70, F65-Series/N65-Series, F-601/N6006, F-601M/ N6000, Pronea 600i/6i)

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Contents SB-27 Please check which group your camera belongs to ForewordⅢ*4 Camera groupsAbout 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 TTL LCD panel indicationsPreparations for Installing batteries Cameras in Groups I thru VI featuring TTL Auto Flash Setting the standby functionTo turn the SB-27’s power on again Standby functionFor F50-Series/N50, F-601/N6006, and F-601M/N6000 Cameras in Group VII without TTL Auto FlashAttaching the SB-27 to the camera Adjusting the flash head Selecting a measurement system meters/feet Replace batteries with a fresh set Ready-light comes on when charging is completedReady-light blinks when flash fires at its maximum output Ready-lightTest firing with the open-flash button Ready-light comes on when the SB-27 is ready to fireSet the ISO film speed manually as follows Setting ISO film speedWith cameras in Groups I With cameras in Groups III thruSetting zoom-head position Other camera/lens combinations Press the Zoom button to adjust the zoom-head positionBasic flash operation TTL Selecting a flash modeProcedures Camera settings Metering system*2Lens in use If ready- light is ON, release shutter TTLCamera settings Lens Use Nikkor lenses With built-in CPU Nikkor lenses Without built-in CPU*4Metering system *2 Distance range Exposure Mode*5Nikkor lenses Without built-in Camera settingsLens in use Available flash SystemShooting Mode Shooting distance rangeGroup III F-601/N6006, F-601M/N6000 ExposureCameras Exposure mode Shooting If ready- light is ON, release shutter Group IV F60-Series/N60, F50-Series/N50, F-401x/N5005Flash Auto a Manual M Lens Available flash Cameras Use OperationNikon Series E lenses Flash Auto a Manual M Other Nikkor lenses Standard TTLSet the lens to its minimum aperture highest f-number Group V F-501/N2020, F-301/N2000Aperture Priority Lens in use Available flash CamerasProgrammed TTL Auto Auto P Flash Nikkor lenses Auto S With built-in CPUGroup V F-401s/N4004s, F-401/N4004 Available flash Operation Standard TTL Flash Group VI FM3A, FA, FE2, FG, Nikonos Non-TTL Auto Flash Flash operation in Auto mode Cameras in GroupAperture-priority Auto a Manual M F3-Series, F55-Series/N55-Series, New FM2, FM10, FE10If the ready-light blinks after shooting Bounce flash Multiple flash Advanced flash OperationFlash operation in Manual M mode For Press the M button to choose the desired light output Cameras in all groupsOther camera/lens combinations Flash operation in Manual M mode For camerasSynchronization in continuous shooting Number of continuous flash frames in Manual M Flash modeSafety range in continuous firing All groupsGuide number at ISO 100 for m/ft Adjustment factors for other ISO film speedsTo calculate a correct aperture To calculate the shooting distanceAutofocus flash operation in dim light Autofocus flash operation in dim light Built-in diffuser card Bounce flash operationNikkor lenses 35mm and longer Nikkor lenses 24mm and longerSet the built-in bounce flash adapter as shown Set the SB-27s flash mode selector to Auto Procedures for bounce flash operationSet up the built-in bounce flash adapter To set up the diffuser card Highlight your subject’s eyes using bounced flashTwo methods are possible Close-up flash operation in Auto modeOther notes Usable lenses are limitedProcedures with the SB-27 mounted on the camera Close-up flash operation in Auto mode Cameras in GroupsThru ISO film speed and coefficientIf the ready-light blinks for 3 seconds after shooting, see Close-up flash operation using a TTL Remote Cord Close-up flash operation in Auto mode CamerasGroups I thru Exposure compensation for flash photography Cameras in Groups I Setting exposure compensation for flashSetting exposure compensation on the SB-27 Setting method varies depending on the cameraCanceling exposure compensation Exposure compensation for flash photographyCameras in Group Cameras in Group Multiple flash operation-using more than one SpeedlightMultiple flash operation- Cameras in Groups I thru TTL multiple flash operation proceduresVI and F3-Series cameras Cameras in Groups I thruSpeedlight coefficients Group System chart for TTL multiple flashSlave flash unit F3-Series camerasUsable remote cords optional See Manual multiple flash operation proceduresForced TTL mode Setting and canceling Forced TTL mode/Forced a modeSetting Forced TTL and Forced a modes Forced a modeCanceling Forced TTL and Forced a modes Red-eye reduction control Other information Available external power source optional See Using an external power sourceUsable sync cords SC-11, SC-15 optional See Connecting the SB-27 to a camera with a sync cordFM3A, New FM2 FA, FE2, FG, and NikonosOFF TroubleshootingOptional accessories DC Unit SD-7 Optional accessoriesModulate Remote Control Set ML-2 TTL Flash Unit Coupler AS-17 for F3-Series camerasKeep the SB-27 away from water Tips on Speedlight careAvoid physical shocks Never disassembleMaintenance Tips on Speedlight careStorage Page About NiCd batteries Using the SB-27 in low temperaturesGlossary of terms Autofocus assist illumination Glossary of termsTTL High-Speed Sync Flash 3D Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill-FlashFlash exposure compensation Center-Weighted/Spot Fill-FlashBounce flash operation CatchlightMonitor Preflash Front-curtain sync flashGuide Number Matrix Balanced Fill FlashProgrammed TTL Auto Flash Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill-flashMultiple flash operation Non-TTL auto flashRed-eye reduction Standard TTL FlashSync shutter speed Vertical SpecificationsSpecifications 1000 sec. at 1/1 full output