Manual flash
Flash output is controlled manually in manual flash mode, unlike in auto flash mode, where flash output power varies automatically according to the selected aperture. Some Speedlights, including the Nikon
Matrix Metering system
An advanced exposure metering system using a
3D Color Matrix Metering: With
With the classic techniques of evaluating for 18% reflectance, factors such as brightness and contrast are primarily used to determine exposure. In addition, it is essential to evaluate each scene’s esthetic factors such as color to get the best exposure. The shadows of a building, cool with blue. A panoramic landscape with a bright blue sky. Or a winter scene covered with pristine white snow. Your camera’s 3D Color Matrix Meter evaluates not only each scene’s brightness and contrast but, using a special
PC Card (PCMCIA card)
The media which stores images captured by your camera. Your camera is designed to accept Type I, Type II, or Type III PC Cards which are compatible with the
Rear-Curtain Sync
Flash fires an instant before the second (rear) curtain of the focal plane shutter begins to move. When slow shutter speeds are used, this feature can create a blur effect from the ambient light, i.e., a