Nikon SB-400 Speedlight Flash + Sto-Fen Omni-Bounce Diffuser + 4 Batteries & Charger for Nikon D700, D300, D200, D90, D60, D5000, D40, D3000 & D300s Digital SLR Cameras Review

If you are a pro then you need more features than the sb400 can provide but for amateurs and beginners like myself the value is there.Spending $100 on a flash seems outrageous to me and most people I know so spending 2 times or even 3 times that was hard for me to swallow.

I'm glad I bought the kit because the diffuser really helps to lessen redeye indoors.You can also rotate the flash to bounce off the ceiling if the ceiling is low enough and bright enough.In other cases you should use the diffuser.

The battery back is a generic deal.They work and hold charge so its good enough for me.

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Product Description:

Kit includes:
1) Nikon SB-400
2) Sto-Fen Omni-Bounce Flash Diffuser
3) Multi-Voltage Rapid Charger with 4 NiMH Batteries
The compact Nikon SB-400 flash is much more powerful and versatile than the built-in flash but as easy to use. It has a distance range up to 66 feet and bounce capability for softer lighting. Conveniently using only two AA batteries, it has a fast recycle time of 2.5-sec. at full output with NiMH batteries. Custom flash controls are adjusted through the camera's settings. And thanks to i-TTL auto control, the SB-400 can achieve creative results while still being simple to use. Designed to be an ideal flash unit for beginners, it's also a good choice for hobbyists desiring an affordable i-TTL flash with bounce flash capability.
The Sto-Fen Omni-Bounce is a compact diffusion dome that easily attaches to your flash to create a beautifully diffused lighting effect which results in soft wrap-around lighting on the subject and provides a softer and less noticeable shadow behind the subject.
Provide your camera with plenty of power with 4 ultra-high capacity 2900mAh Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) batteries and a multi-voltage rapid charger.



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Sto-Fen OMNI-BOUNCE OM-600 - Flash diffuser Review

This seemingly simple piece of molded plastic was recommended to me by a professional photographer.Basically it's the shape of an open box that slides firmly onto the flash.It is small and sturdy enough to stash in your camera bag without worrying about damage.When used the light disperses more evenly and is less harsh on the subject being photographed.

The white box is for general use.Also available are the green Omni-bounce for florescent lighting and the gold Omni-bounce for a warming effect.

PROS:
Inexpensive solution for better flash photography.
A quality product that works.

CONS:
None

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Product Description:
The Omni-Bounce creates a Diffused Bare Bulb Effect. Giving even coverage across the entire frame, with lenses from 15mm to 200mm in the 35mm format. (And equal in other formats as well.) The Omni-Bounce is easy to use and goes onto and off of your flash in seconds with custom fitting, except UNI, and No Velcro. Designed for years of service with out the bulk of some other Diffusers, it is small enough to fit easily into your gadget bag or pocket.This product is designed for use with Nikon SB-600 flashes.

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Nikon ML-L3 Wireless Remote Control for Nikon D40, D40x, D60, D80 & D90 Digital SLR Cameras Review

It's no surprise that when you stand in front of the camera and push the
button, the remote triggers the shutter. There does seem to be some
confusion in reviews, both here and elsewhere, as to the remote's ability
to focus the lens before triggering the shutter.

This remote is capable of focusing the lens before triggering the shutter.
However, it will not focus the lens if the photographer has already
pushed the shutter release button on the camera half way down to focus
the image or if you are shooting in Manual mode and have AF-C set as
the Autofocus mode.

This means that if you are composing a photograph and push the shutter
button half way down to focus the image and you then stand in front of
the camera and push the remote button, the image will not focus
because you've already pushed the camera shutter release button half
way down to focus. To get the image to focus while you are standing in
front of the camera, compose the shot but do not push the camera's
shutter release button half way down, get in front of the camera and
then push the button.

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Nikon is a precision optical company with worldwide manufacturing, research and marketing capabilities. The Nikon name is equated with extraordinary photographic performance, innovation, precision and optical quality.

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Ultralast Nikon Stand, AS-19, Speedlight Stand for Review

This versatile speedlight stand has three positions on it to choose from for placing your speedlight.
It also has a 1/4 inch metal tripod socket underneath (same threads as your camera).
It can also be placed on a table or shelf by itself.
This will work with the SB-600 and the SB-800 speedlights.
Unfortunately, it will not work with Nikon's flagships speedlight, the SB-900.
The SB-900 comes with its own speedlight stand, the AS-21.
The AS-21 only has one position and the tripod socket is plastic.
However, the AS-21 is backwards compatible with many of the other speedlights and it is larger to accommodate the SB-900's bulk.
I would like to see Nikon update the AS-19 to work with the SB-900 or make the AS-21 with a metal tripod socket.
I think the metal tripod socket is a big plus, not to mention the three positions.
I deducted one star because of the incompatibility with the SB-900.

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Product Description:
The Speedlight Stand AS-19 is designed for stable placement of a Nikon Speedlight. Use the AS-19 for setting remote flash unit(s) in multiple remote flash shooting. The AS-19 also features a tripod socket.

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Phoenix SmartFlash 99N for Nikon i-TTL Digital SLR Cameras Review

I bought this flash with the hopes that I could get a good, reliable flash without having to spend more on the Nikon Speedlight.While the flash itself did all that it promised, once I mounted it on the camera it was unreliable at best.It was almost as if the contacts for the hotshoe did not line up.My on-camera flash kept responding, but not the Phoenix.Once in a while I could finesse it into position long enough to get one or two shots, which turned out very nice, but then it would stop communicating with the camera again.After doing some more on-line research it seems that this is true for other "off-brand" flashes that claim to be compatible with the Nikon.In the end I returned the Phoenix and am awaiting the Nikon Speedlight.I guess this is one of those situations where you just have to spend the money to get what you really want.

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Product Description:
The new SmartFlashes are a low-cost, high-featured line of products. Boasting powerful guide numbers in a sleek, compact package, these new SmartFlashes are just that; SMART! Do not overlook the new ultra-fast recycling IBGT circuitry feature. When used in program mode, these SmartFlash's recycle almost instantaneously. THAT IS A HUGE FEATURE. The beautiful exposures produced by these units belie their diminutive stature. Photographers will love the compactness while being impressed with their power and accuracy!

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Nissin Di622 Speedlight for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras, Guide number 145 Review

I'm not a professional photographer so I really don't want to spend a lot for a flash. Then I read about Nissin Di622 which is manufactured by one of Japan's oldest camera flash manufacturers. As soon as I received this flash, I decided to compare it to my friend's Canon 430EX II which he highly recommends for my Canon XSi. So here are the reasons why I highly recommend this flash:

1) First of all, the price. Di622 is solidly built that cost almost half the price of the equivalent Canon 430EX II.

2) It comes with TTL (Through The Lens) flash metering system which you would normally find on a high end flash.

3) The zoom flash head can tilt/swivel and turn all the way back which I find a must have to create directional light shooting indoors by bouncing off the walls or ceiling.

4) Its also great slave flash. It synchronizes very well with the master flash.

5) It comes with built-in wide angle Diffuser and fill-in Reflector panel. I use the Diffuser a lot to create softer light.

6) It automatically enters sleep mode when it's not in use for 5 min and is reset with a touch of the shutter button or any button of the flash.

Overall, I find Nissin Di622 well made and equivalent to a Canon 430EX II. For the price difference, I decided to buy a Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Camera Lens.



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Nissin is a traditional Japanese flash

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Understanding the Nikon Speedlight: SB-900, SB-800, SB-600 Review

Good overview of how to finally master the Nikon Creative Lighting System.Only knock on this is that spends a fair amount of time on the SB900 capabilities -- so for those of us who aren't spending that kind of dough and have the SB600 several of the menu elements don't come into play.Also uses several physical setups that are beyond what an amateur photographer would normally have.

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Confused after reading the manual? You are not alone. This DVD simplifies Nikon's Creative Lighting System so you can take the photos you want.Your new SB Speedlight from Nikon can be the most powerful accessory in your bag A basic understanding of the Speedlight's controls is essential. This DVD takes you through the Speedlight's operations, step by step. Your host, Tim Mantoani, demonstrates these fabulous flash units in a series of real world examples. Whether you own one Speedlight or a hundred, Tim's approach will help you create the best photograph possible. This DVD picks up where your manual leaves off, helping you to integrate flash photography into your image-making arsenal. Tim Mantoani has been a professional photographer for over twenty years. Having shot everything from professional athletes and celebrities to fashion and products, his work has appeared in numerous national ad campaigns and on the covers of many international magazines. Format: NTSC video, All Regions . Running time: 100 minutes

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