2Set the aperture on the SB-28’s LCD panel, then confirm the flash shooting distance range.
Flash shooting distance range
Guide to determining aperture :
For F-501/N2020 and F-301/N2000 (in Programmed Auto (P) mode)
Select the aperture for the film in use from the table (or the aperture set by the camera in aperture-priority auto (A) or manual (M) mode). Press the SB-28's { or } button to set the corresponding aperture on the SB-28's LCD panel, then confirm the flash shooting distance range.
ISO film speed | 25 | 50 | 100 | 200 | 400 | 800 |
Aperture setting on SB-28 | f/2.8 | f/4 | f/5.6 | f/8 | f/11 | f/16 |
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For F-401s/N4004s and F-401/N4004 (at ISO 100) (in Shutter- Priority Auto (S) or Programmed Auto (P) exposure mode)
Select the aperture from the table (aperture set on the camera in aperture-priority auto or manual mode) and set the same aperture on the SB-28’s LCD panel by pressing the SB-28's { or } buttons, then check the flash shooting distance range.
| Subject conditions | Strong back- | Sunny day | Cloudy day | Indoors |
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| Aperture setting on SB-28 | f/16 | f/8 | f/5.6 | f/5.6 |
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| Usable shutter speed* | | 1/125 sec. | | 1/30 sec. |
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*In shutter-priority auto mode, the aperture is automatically selected by the camera.
3Wait for the ready-light to come on and make sure the subject is in focus before taking the picture.
•If the ready-light blinks for approx. 3 seconds after shooting, this indicates the light may have been insufficient for correct exposure. In this case, use a wider aperture
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