Multiple flash operation in t and ƒ flash modes
To eliminate harsh, directional shadows produced by a single flash unit or to add additional illumination to the background, you can attach additional Nikon Speedlights in series.
Flash shooting with more than one unit | Flash shooting with one flash unit |
For multiple flash operation with the
•Multiple flash operation in TTL Auto Flash t mode is possible with cameras in
Groups I through VI and
•For applicable flash units and accessories, see pages
•In multiple flash operation, first decide which will be the main unit and which the secondary unit(s). To eliminate shadows, adjust the lighting ratio so that illumination from the main unit is greater than that from the secondary unit(s).
Notes on multiple flash operation
•In multiple flash operation, if the electric current in the synchro circuit exceeds a certain level, you may not be able to take a second shot after the first. In this case, turn each of the flash units off once or disconnect the
•In multiple flash operation, take care that the combined total of the coefficients (numbers shown in parentheses below) for all flash units used at the same time does not exceed 20 at 20°C (68°F), or 13 at 40°C (104°F).
Speedlight coefficients
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Coefficient numbers in parentheses are in units of 70µA.
65